Kyle Troutman
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.
New airport runway coming
The Cassville Municipal Airport is set to undergo a runway replacement aimed at addressing long-term infrastructure needs while positioning the facility for future growth.
Friday night brights
Cassville High School is moving forward with plans to upgrade stadium lighting, replacing the current system with LED fixtures to improve safety, efficiency, and long-term usability.
Barry County sees sales tax surge in January
Sales tax revenues disbursed to Barry County cities and county government entities took a sharp rebound in January, wiping out almost all the red ink seen in December.
33rd Annual Share a Heart campaign underway
The annual Ronald McDonald House of the Ozarks Share a Heart Campaign kicked off its 33rd year on Jan. 29 at 70 McDonald’s Restaurants in the Ozarks.
