Monett Monthly
Diamond Cubs to lean on experience
An 11-11 campaign for the Monett baseball team ended with in a district semifinal loss to Aurora last season, and while the bitter taste of a defeat to its rival was a tough pill to chew on all off-season, the 2024-25 season brings a chance at a fresh start and redemption.
Read MoreDiamond Cubs to lean on experienceLady Cubs have goals in mind
Goals are set high for the Monett girls soccer team this season. The Lady Cubs are coming off a 5-14 season and will need to rebuild after graduation hit the team hard.
Read MoreLady Cubs have goals in mind
Cubs wrestlers compete at state
Monett’s Henry Reed went 2-1 on Feb. 26 at the MSHSAA State Wrestling Championships at Mizzou Arena, but he lost in the medal bubble match the following day to finish outside the top 6 at 165 pounds.
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District tourney playing out this week
Monett's Jayden Apostol maneuvers for 2 in a win over Cassville earlier this season. The Cubs were the No. 5 seed in the Class 4, District 12 tournament and played No. 4 Seneca on Monday, picking up a 55-45 upset. The Cubs face No. 1 Aurora March 5 at 6 p.m.
Read MoreDistrict tourney playing out this week
Jared Lankford: Pound for pound — The best around
It's human nature to strive for greatness; whether that’s in sports, in life, or even in something as simple as shopping for a car. We often fantasize about owning the fully-loaded model that boasts heated seats, a massaging function and self-driving capabilities. But in reality, we usually end up settling for something more affordable.
Read MoreJared Lankford: Pound for pound — The best around
Hitting a high note
The Monett Performing Art Center hosted the inaugural All-Big 8 Junior High Honor Band Concert on Feb. 15. Seventh- and eighth-grade students from each Big 8 Conference school were nominated by their band instructors to be a part of the event.
Read MoreHitting a high noteCity settles on Central, Broadway plan
The Monett City Council continued discussions in February to move along multiple city projects, including road and park improvements to expansion plans at the Monett Regional Airport.
Read MoreCity settles on Central, Broadway plan
Smiles and civilization
Monett is known for being a railroad town, with men such as B.F. Hobart and Henry Monett credited for the success of the town and its involvement with the The St. Louis–San Francisco Railway (Frisco).
Read MoreSmiles and civilizationSchool bus protocol changing
The Monett School Board is putting a focus on bus safety for elementary students. At its regular February meeting, the board approved a transportation software contract to install a check-in and tracking system for elementary buses. The system will utilize swipeable badges, which children will present as they get on and off their bus.
Read MoreSchool bus protocol changingMonett determining budget priorities
Council, city department heads hold budget work session By Jessica Breger Special to Monett Monthly Mickey Ayre, Monett’s newly hired city administrator, made his debut at the first city budget…
