February 2025

Purdy celebrates Homecoming victory, crowning of royalty

February 12, 2025

Purdy High School celebrated Homecoming on Feb. 4, earning a 53-49 victory over Southwest. This year’s Homecoming Court featured the following representatives from each class: seniors Marlene Villa and Jackson Hillburn; juniors Lauren Brooks and Aldo Perez; sophomores Lizett Aldava and Jayden Griffis; and freshmen Kenzi Postlewait and Charles Barnes. Crown Bearers for the evening were Emmett Burnside and Kodi Postlewait.

Through the Years, Feb. 12

February 12, 2025

40 YEARS AGO: DEVIL’S KITCHEN COLLAPSE----A familiar landmark on a walking trail in Roaring River State Park, Devil’s Kitchen has fallen to the elements. Sliding rocks on the formation have virtually closed the passage through the area. The happening was discovered Saturday by Merle Rogers, park naturalist, on a hike with Cub Scouts.

February 12, 2025

The Cassville schools jazz bands will take the stage on Thursday at 6 p.m. for Jazz Night at the Cassville High School Performing Arts Center.

Jastal makes Big 8 history for Monett

February 5, 2025

A total of 16 Monett wrestlers competed in the Big 8 girls and boys tournaments Feb. 20 and 22 in Monett and Cassville, with one Lady Wildcat taking gold in her home gym and making history while doing so.

February 5, 2025

It takes time for a team to gel and find its identity, and the Monett girls basketball squad is no exception. After an impressive 69-54 win over New Heights Christian Academy on Jan. 17, the Lady Cubs improved to 7-7 after the win and finished the month 10-9 on the season.

Jared Lankford: A moment to appreciate Mr. Baseball

February 5, 2025

When most Americans hear the name Bob Uecker, their minds typically drift to the quotes from the movies Major League and Major League 2.

Line out the door to say goodbye to Beckett

February 5, 2025

Donna Beckett, right, hugs Freedom Bank CEO Stan Kelley after he presented her a retirement gift in the form of cash during Beckett's retirement reception, where more than 350 people came to wish her well. Beckett served local customers for 20 years with Community National Bank and Freedom Bank in Monett. Kyle Troutman/monettmonthly@outlook.com

8 flags, one Tom Wolfe Memorial

February 5, 2025

Standing atop a hill just on the outskirts of Monett is a monument dedicated to the men and women who protect our country.

February 5, 2025

Proposed Missouri Senate Bills 58 and 72 are striking fear in the hearts of many of Monett’s estimated 2,500 Hispanic residents, a number which makes up about 25 percent of the city’s population.

February 5, 2025

The Monett city council spent time in January to take a look at the roles officials play in running the city.

February 2025

Purdy celebrates Homecoming victory, crowning of royalty

Through the Years, Feb. 12

News Briefs, Feb. 12

Jastal makes Big 8 history for Monett

Lady Cubs finding stride on hardwood

Jared Lankford: A moment to appreciate Mr. Baseball

Line out the door to say goodbye to Beckett

8 flags, one Tom Wolfe Memorial

Proposed legislation strikes fear in Monett residents

Committee forming City Comprehensive Plan

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