Griggs leaving animal control for Dept. of Ag.

Monett Animal Control Officer Karen Griggs, a member of the Monett police Department for nearly 10 years, is leaving the organization for a new position.
Cox Monett Hospital welcomes Dr. Ally Loveland to inpatient care team

Cox Monett Hospital is pleased to welcome Ally Loveland, DO, to its inpatient care team.
Fuller Housing Center gives thanks
The Monett Fuller Housing Center Board of Directors is proud to honor the Gilmore family and all of the following who offered their time, energy, skills, and financial support to build House No. 15 at 8th and Scott Streets in Monett.
Valentines for the ages

Take a romantic stroll down memory lane at the Monett Historical Society and Museum this month, as it displays local valentines from the past.
Stellwagen, Meeks crowned Rose Royalty

Zoey Stellwagen, left, was crowned Rose Homecoming Queen, and Alex Meeks was crowned Rose Homecoming King.
Monett opens City Annex building

The Monett city government has opened the Monett City Annex at 100 S. Maple St. for meetings, conferences, and training sessions.
Youth returns from serving

Noah Holmes, of Monett, son of Joseph and Rebecca Holmes, has returned from serving two years in the California Fresno Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
OFO Young Artists perform Feb. 22 in Monett

The Ozark Festival Orchestra will continue its 46th season of concerts in Monett at 3 p.m. on Feb. 22, with the annual Young Artists concert at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center, featuring four area young people appearing as soloists with the OFO, plus more international works showcasing the full ensemble.
News briefs, February
The 100+Women of Barry and Lawrence Counties will meet on Feb. 5 from 6-8 p.m. at the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library, located at 2200 Park St. in Monett.
Soaring over the snow at the river

Bald eagles wintering near Roaring River State Park made a display of flight on Thursday. The best time to spot eagles in the park is early mornings, before 9 a.m., near campground three or by the Roaring River Hatchery.




