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Ukeladies from Monett take second in Branson (12/4/19)By Murray Bishoff times-news@monett-times.comMonett sisters Kaitlyn and Stephanie Schumacher entered the Branson Regional Arts Council's second annual Talent Show on Nov. 22 and took home second place as the Ukeladies, the ukulele duo that had its first public performance at Monett's July 4 celebration...
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Lawrence County court news (11/27/19)_CRIMINAL • Floyd Ladson Benenhaley Jr., speeding, misd. C, fined $60. • Louis Albert Doto, stealing, misd. A, 30 days in jail. • Ethan Daniel Eden, failure to maintain vehicle insurance, misd. D, fined $175; failure to register vehicle, misd. B, fined $130...
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Monett municipal court news (11/27/19)Steven J. Brown, expired driver's license, $225; trespassing, $227. Sheldon L. Howard, driving while suspended, $225; leaving scene of an accident, $225; no proof of insurance, $225. Seth J. Jones, stealing, $227. Jennifer J. Mitchell, affray, $177...
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Monett Municipal (11/23/19)• Linda M. Sitton, operate business without a license, Peppers and Co., $50. • Brandon L. Pointer, stealing, $75; trespass, $50. • Celma V. Hernandez Tebalan, fail to register vehicle, $77. • Adrian Cecenas Rueda, speeding, $127. • Ronald E. Chapman, domestic assault, $202; possession of marijuana, $177...
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Burnside piano students play at Joplin event (11/20/19)Students of Mrs. Ruth Burnside performed in the Joplin Piano Teachers’ Association recital on Oct. 27 at the Corley Auditorium at Missouri Southern State University.
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45 donors give the gift of life during blood drive (11/20/19)By Melonie Roberts reporter@monett-times.comFirst Presbyterian Church of Monett was the host for a recent American Red Cross blood drive, which saw 45 donors giving the gift of life. Julius Abramovitz, a long-time donor, reached the 14-gallon milestone. Additional donors included: Helen Davis, Carol Brown, Donald Swanson, Kassandra Waltrip, David Beckett, Gerald Bounds, Robin Braun, Mary O. ...
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Spectacular fall day heralds Marionville Trunk or Treat (11/13/19)Valerie Maples, owner of the Coleman Vault, is pictured with Margaret Howerton from Bully Babies in Monett and Leslie Clark during Saturday’s Trunk or Treat and Car Show in Marionville.
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Santa slated to visit Marionville Library (11/13/19)Officials at the Marionville Branch Library invite youngsters to visit with Santa during a special visit at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 5, at the library, located at 303 W. Washington St.
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Seniors spook up Halloween with costumes (11/13/19)The Monett Senior Center hosted a costume contest for Halloween.
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Camp Barnabas raises $228,000 at 7th annual event (11/13/19)The White River Conference Center transformed into a sea of twinkling lights, buffalo plaid, and chandeliered tents on Saturday, Oct. 26, as Camp Barnabas hosted its seventh annual Glamping for Camping fundraiser event to benefit campers with special needs...
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Knights of Columbus drive provides coats for kids (11/13/19)On Nov. 2, the 2019 Knights of Columbus Coats for Kids programs kicked off with an event in Aurora. The Verona Council of the Knights of Columbus, with corporate sponsor, Tyson Foods, was able to distribute 125 coats to families from the surrounding area. The event was held in the Holy Trinity Catholic Church gym...
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Monett Municipal court news (11/13/19)• Mike C. Clayton, disorderly conduct, $202; possession of open container of alcohol, $177. • Rebecca M. Cox, disturbing peace on private property, $125. • Celma V. Hernandez Tabalan, no valid driver's license, $225. • Seth J. Jones, driving while license suspended, $26.50 and two days in jail; possession of drug paraphernalia, $177; no proof of insurance, $225...
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Lawrence County court news (11/13/19)CRIMINAL • Heather Faith Grayson, speeding, infr., fined $50. • Christopher Mwangi Macharia, speeding, infr., fined $150. • Johnathan William L. North III, failure to display plates on a vehicle, infr., fined $50. • Marcelina Santiago-Zepahua, DWI, misd. ...
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Habitat house advancing rapidly in fair weather (11/8/19)Construction is moving rapidly on the latest Habitat for Humanity house in the 500 block of West Logan.
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Lions Club hears about Barry County Youth Camp (11/8/19)Monett resident Jane James shared the history of the 54- year-old miracle called “Barry County Youth Camp” as she recently addressed Monett Lions Club. James humorously and emotionally recalled the beginning of the camp project created to give opportunity to local children who could not financially enjoy the benefits of a summer camp experience...
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Tyson Foods in Monett supports Community Kitchen (11/6/19)Tyson Foods in Monett has awarded a $2,500 grant to Monett Community Outreach, the organization running the Monett Community Kitchen, to continue its work for another year.
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New Site Church holds record breaking ‘Trunk or Treat’ (11/6/19)New Site Baptist Church of Monett held it’s annual “Lite In The Nite” indoor trunk or treat event Wednesday, Oct. 30 in the New Site Church Gym. Although cold temperatures and misty conditions had descended upon the area, New Site saw a record breaking 1,700 people pass through their gym during the event, significantly more attendees than in previous years. ...
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Brooke Mareth, Brian Green to wed (10/30/19)John and Janet Mareth, Mt. Vernon, and Rodney and Lisa Green, Pierce City, announce the engagement of their children, Brooke Mareth and Brian Green. Mareth is a graduate of Mt. Vernon High School, Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College and Missouri State University. She is employed as a Veterinary Technician at Dake Veterinary Clinic...
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Dave Sims recognized for service by Monett city council (10/23/19)By Murray Bishoff times-news@monett-times.comThe Monett City Council issued a proclamation on Oct. 18 honored Dave Sims, wastewater plant and water treatment plant operator, in conjunction with the recognition Sims received from the Missouri Public Utilities Alliance. The alliance honored Sims at its fall meeting for the significant contribution he has made to the city of Monett...
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Lions Club hears updates on Drury (10/23/19)By Murray Bishoff times-news@monett-times.comAn update on educations opportunities in Monett made possible through Drury University provided discussion for a recent meeting of the Monett Lions Club. Rhonda Schilly, site director of Drury's Monett campus, opened her presentation by recalling her father had been an active member of the Lions Club for more than 20 years and she recounted some of his fondest memories with the club...
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Lawrence County court news (10/23/19)CRIMINAL • Charles N. Brand, failure to register vehicle, misd. B, fined $130. • Flavio R. Castro, non-support, misd. A, one year in Lawrence County Jail, SIS, one year unsupervised probation. • Nechaia M. Coatney, speeding, misd. C, fined $60. • Efrain Galindo, two counts of non-support, misd. A, suspended imposition of sentence (SIS), two years unsupervised probation...
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Aurora woman named Hometown Hero (10/18/19)An Aurora High School educator was honored as a Hometown Hero Sept. 13, during afternoon ceremonies hosted by Bubby Manuel of the Modern Woodmen of America.
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Booth Brothers to perform in Monett (10/18/19)By Murray Bishoff times-news@monett-times.comThe Booth Brothers gospel trio, known for their appearances on the Gaither Homecoming Tour, will appear at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1, as part of the annual show offered by the Signature Concerts organizers...
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Marionville church leader compiles book of devotional studies (10/18/19)By Melonie Roberts reporter@monett-times.comA Marionville church pastor has compiled a collection of devotions he was inspired to write for a community newspaper and turned them into a book of thoughtful insights offering hope, guidance and a path to spiritual maturity. Pastor Bryan Cook, who has offered spiritual guidance to the parishioners of Union Grove Church in Marionville since 2003, originally wrote the articles for the church devotional page of The Aurora Advertiser...
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Haught recognized as Hometown Hunger Hero (10/18/19)By Murray Bishoff times-news@monett-times.comRaymond Haught, chaplain for Tyson Foods in Monett, has received the Hometown Hunger Hero award from the Monett Community Outreach for efforts combatting food insecurity, the official name for organizers who run the Monett Community Kitchen. The presentation was made at a meeting of Monett Community Outreach on Monday...
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Mt. Vernon Community Theater presents ‘Lend Me A Tenor’ (10/18/19)By Murray Bishoff times-news@monett-times.comMt. Vernon Community Theatre will present Ken Ludwig’s comic play “Lend Me a Tenor” with performances at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25 and 26, and at 2 p.m. on Oct. 27 at the Mt. Vernon Arts and Recreation Center (the MARC), 822 W. Mt. Vernon Blvd. in Mt. Vernon...
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Himebaughs to celebrate 50 years of marriage (10/18/19)Rick and Martha Himebaugh of Monett will celebrate 50 years of marriage on Oct. 24. Rick Himebaugh and Martha Arnaud were married on Oct. 24, 1969 at the First Baptist Church in Monett. Rev. M.E. Fitzpatrick officiated. The couple has two daughters, six grandsons and one granddaughter...
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Not So Newlywed Game brings fun at First Baptist (10/12/19)For its Family Life Night at the First Baptist Church, Family Life Pastor Brian Schoffstall served as master of ceremonies for the “Not So Newlywed Game.”
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Lions continue service with highway cleanup (10/5/19)Monett Lions put their motto, “We Serve”, into action on a recent Saturday morning when members donned their official work clothes to pick up litter from their designated portion of Highway 60 near the Monett Regional Airport.
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Historian and local author describes Constitution Hall (10/5/19)The Alexander McNair Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution continues to grow and support the local community. On Saturday, Sept. 14, the chapter welcomed new member Shirley Courtney. Since the chapter was celebrating Constitution week they enjoyed a program by Cassville history teacher and author, Steven Mann...
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Lawrence County Court News (10/5/19)CRIMINAL • Shane Mathew Allen, passing a vehicle and interfering with approaching traffic, misd. C, SIS, one year unsupervised probation. • Gordon Eugene Carey, failure to maintain insurance misd. D, fined $175. • Ezquiel Castillo, operating a vehicle on the highway without a valid license, misd. D, 30 days in Lawrence County Jail, suspended execution of sentence (SES), two years unsupervised probation...
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Lawrence County Court News (10/2/19)CRIMINAL Danny Joe Adamson, Jr., probation violation, probation revoked, passing bad checks, misd. A, 30 days in Lawrence County Jail. Jeromie L. George, non-support, misd. A, suspended execution of sentence (SES), two years unsupervised probation. Brady Stephen King, stealing, misd. D, fined $200...
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Rusty Strings bring back old-time music (9/28/19)The Rusty Strings Country Band made its monthly appearance on Saturday at Alice irene’s Restaurant in Marionville.
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Lil Rascals has ribbon cutting (9/28/19)Ribbon cutting ceremonies were held this week at the Lil Rascals Daycare and Learning Center at 416 E. Sycamore in Monett, hosted by the Monett Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors.
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LawCo court news (9/28/19)CRIMINAL Elijah C. Allmon, speeding, misd. B, fined $155. Jesus A. Lopez, failure to stop for stop sign, misd. C, fined $160. Daniel Allen Bishop, DWI, misd. B, 30 days in Lawrence County Jail, suspended execution of sentence (SES), two years unsupervised probation, 100 hours of community service, fined $300...
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St. Stephen’s to mark 125th anniversary (9/21/19)By Murray Bishoff times-news@monett-times.comOn Sunday, Oct. 6, the members at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Monett will celebrate 125 years of the first Episcopal worship service in Monett. "Our history shows several special dates but as St. John’s Mission. later called St. Stephen’s Church," said Linda Schelin, a member since 1979. "The first Episcopal service was organized by layman, A.R. VanGiesen. The name was changed in 1897. Bishop Edward Robert Atwill was the West Missouri Diocesan Bishop from 1890-1911."...
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Monett Municipal Court News (9/21/19)• Jason S. Sullivan, no proof of insurance, $177. • Will R, Turner, defective equipment, $152. • Juan B. Villarreal Santos, nuisance violation, $300. • Seth EW. White, no proof of insurance, $177. • Courtney E. Garner, speeding, speeding, $162. • Teresa L. Layton, failed to register vehicle, $102...
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Barry County Missouri Farm Family chosen (9/18/19)Duane and Colleen Kaiser and family, of Monett, were among the families honored during the 61st annual Farm Family Day on Aug. 12 at the Missouri State Fair. The Kaiser family was selected as the Barry County Farm Family by University of Missouri Extension in Barry County and the local Farm Bureau. The family includes son James Kaiser and daughters Stephanie Kaiser and Angie Wagner...
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Lawrence County court news (9/18/19)CRIMINAL • Aaron Aimslee, fishing without a permit, misd. A, fined $200. • Freddie E. Branham III, failure to maintain vehicle insurance, misd. D, fined $175. • Lisa Marie Brannon, failure to display license plates on a vehicle/trailer, infr., fined $59...
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Monett Municipal court news (9/18/19)• Oscar E. Martinez, speeding, $112. • Jose G. Almaraz, speeding, $137. • Amanda D. Beck, affray, $200. • Sally Brownlee, stealing, $102. • Natanael L. Burgos, disturbing the peace on private property, $62. • Tiffany D. Cardenas, defective equipment, $152...
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Holding on to 105 years of history (9/14/19)A birthday party and open house in celebration of Margaret Curbow's 105th birthday will be held from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 22, at Marionville Church of the Nazarene, 505 S. Necessity St., in Marionville. Her wish is that attendees bring one or more non-perishable food items for the church pantry...
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Lawrence County Court news (9/14/19)CRIMINAL • Talen D. Beaver, speeding, infr., fined $70. • Connie L. Bradford, failure to maintain vehicle insurance, misd. D, fined $175. • Candice Sharon Culbertson, speeding, infr., fined $50. • Cass Doubenmier, speeding, misd. C, fined $60. • Joshua D. Figures, operating a vehicle on the highway without a valid license, misd. A, 30 days in Lawrence County Jail; speeding, misd. B, fined $500; suspended execution of sentence (SES), one year unsupervised probation...
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Lawrence County Court news (9/11/19)CRIMINAL • Clinton L. Barnett, operating a vehicle on highway without a valid license, misd. D, fined $400. • Robert Lewis Boerste, operating vehicle on highway without a valid license, misd. Unclassified, fined $150. • Linsey L. Curl, speeding, misd. C, fined $100...
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Lions hear details about MO SWITCH (9/7/19)Shawn Hayden, chief executive officer for Missouri Southwest Initiative to Change Health (MO SWITCH), shared detailed information about his role as a grant writer when he addressed Monettl Lions Club members. Hayden described how he labors to secure funding and works to deliver services to improve the health of area residents. ...
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American Red Cross blood drive sees 41 donors (9/7/19)By Melonie Roberts reporter@monett-times.comA total of 41 donors recently participated in an American Red Cross blood drive hosted at New Site Baptist Church. Donors received Cardinal T-shirts and $5 gift cards to Amazon. Other contributors included Schreiber Foods and Price Cutter Supermarket...
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Scouts earn fire safety merit badge (9/7/19)Monett Boy Scout Troop No. 38 recently studied fire safety strategies to earn a merit badge.
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Workshop offered on dairies switching to beef (9/7/19)“Beef after Dairy,” a University of Missouri Extension workshop designed for dairy producers looking to transition to a beef production, will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 17 at the Southwest Research Center, 14548 Highway H, southwest of Mt. Vernon...
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Lawrence County court news (9/7/19)CRIMINAL • William Jesse Franklin Agans, DWI, misd. B, 30 days in Lawrence County Jail, fined $300; failure to drive on right half of the road, misd. C, fined $100; suspended execution of sentence (SES), two years unsupervised probation, 40 hours of community service, $137 in recoupment, Law Enforcement Restitution Fund (LERF) $50, Crime Victim’s Compensation Fund (CVCF) $10...
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McCullah-Wasson family reunion attracts over 250 (9/7/19)By Murray Bishoff times-news@monett-times.comThe 129th annual reunion of the McCullah-Wasson family was held July 28-Aug. 4 at Finley River near the Hawkins Bridge, part of the Hawkins farm used continually as a campsite since 1908. The reunion has been held without fail since 1890, starting as a surprise birthday party for Samuel Calvin McCullah, son of Alexander and Lucy (Robertson) McCullah, north of Marionville. ...
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Bradys to celebrate 50 years (9/7/19)Charles and Karen Brady of Monett will celebrate 50 years of marriage on Sept. 20. Charles Brady and Karen Brooks were married on Sept. 20, 1969 in Caruthersville at the First Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Paul Currie officiating. The couple has two children, four grandchildren and one great-grandson...