Jared Lankford: A moment to appreciate Mr. Baseball

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

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/[email protected]
8 flags, one Tom Wolfe Memorial

Standing atop a hill just on the outskirts of Monett is a monument dedicated to the men and women who protect our country.
Proposed legislation strikes fear in Monett residents
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.
Committee forming City Comprehensive Plan
The Monett city council spent time in January to take a look at the roles officials play in running the city.
Adding a bit of pop

A new 1900s artifact may soon give the Monett Historical Society and Museum some visual pop.
Monett student develops communication tool
A Monett sophomore recently showed the Monett School Board how an education project can assist communication between adults and the youth with whom they interact.
Cox Monett Hospital adds nurse practitioner

A familiar health care provider has returned to the area, committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered care.
First State Bank Welcomes New CEO

Scott to continue legacy of leadership at institution First State Bank of Purdy, a trusted financial institution with a proud legacy of service, is has announced the appointment of Jeff Scott as its new Chief Executive Officer. The announcement marks…
VFW hosts chili and soup cookoff

Monett residents line up to judge the third annual chili and soup cook off at the VFW Post 4207 Tom Wolfe Memorial. [email protected]




