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Harrington to be next city administrator for Mt. Vernon

Published by graphics on Thu, 10/30/2025 - 10:30am

The Mt. Vernon Board of Aldermen announced Oct. 23 the hiring of Robert Harrington as the new city administrator for the City of Mount Vernon.

Two killed in Pierce City fire, space heater suspected culprit

Published by graphics on Thu, 10/30/2025 - 10:28am

Several area departments engage in two fires back-to-back as high winds cause havoc
 

MARC for sale

Published by graphics on Thu, 10/30/2025 - 10:22am

Mt. Vernon’s arts and recreation center to be sold after 14 years
 
The city of Mt. Vernon will soon be listing for sale the Mt. Vernon Arts and Recreation Center, 822 W. Mt. Vernon Blvd. The facility officially closed Oct. 20.

Aurora resident Sanchez charged with possession of child porn, class D felony

Published by graphics on Wed, 10/22/2025 - 11:57am

Harassment and sexual misconduct also alleged by officials
 
An Aurora man has been arrested following a search of his cell phone that revealed a collection of child pornography, according to court documents.

Former alderman Jarvis returns to Pierce City council in Ward 3

Published by graphics on Wed, 10/22/2025 - 11:51am

Pierce City Police Department expands to four members strong
 
A former alderman returned to the city council in Pierce City and new officers have begun their duties in meetings in Pierce City in September and October.

Monett school board hears district building strategies

Published by graphics on Wed, 10/22/2025 - 11:42am

Building improvement reports from each campus took center stage at the monthly meeting of the Monett school board in September.

Drunk driver gets decade for death

Published by graphics on Wed, 10/22/2025 - 11:35am

Aurora’s Lueders to serve 10-year prison sentence for deadly head-on crash
 

Regional library unveils renovated admin offices

Published by graphics on Thu, 10/16/2025 - 9:56am

Spacious facility transforms claustrophobic, crowded Monett branch
 

Caddick busted for drugs following text

Published by graphics on Thu, 10/16/2025 - 9:46am

Daniel Caddick, a homeless man frequently around Lawrence County, has been arrested for possession charges following a text message that implicated his guilt.

Monett City Council considering urban redevelopment tool

Published by graphics on Thu, 10/16/2025 - 9:43am

Final public meetings on Chapter 353 set for Oct. 23
 

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Mt. Vernon, MO, 65712
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