Published by education on Fri, 07/25/2025 - 10:46am
In April of 2024, Northside Baptist Church preacher and Miller resident Wally Long made headlines when he published his book, “Why Me Lord?” Since then, Long has made another noteworthy accomplishment; he recently advanced to the semifinals of the Toastmasters International Speech Contest.
Published by education on Fri, 07/25/2025 - 10:42am
After 16 years as a registered nurse, Sabrina Barratt returned to school to become a nurse practitioner. Shortly after starting her new role at the Access Family Care clinics in Monett and Aurora, she received life-changing news: a stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis.
Published by education on Fri, 07/25/2025 - 10:31am
Members of the Mt. Vernon R-V Board of Education and administration prepare to turn dirt at the groundbreaking of the new Mt. Vernon school district's Performing Arts Center (PAC).
Published by education on Thu, 07/17/2025 - 10:33am
When the Mickey Owen Baseball School opened in 1959, one of the facilities on the grounds was a dining hall, where the young baseball players were fed breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Published by education on Thu, 06/19/2025 - 9:46am
Students in the GO CAPS program and the inaugural Healthcare & Emergency Services class, were able earn their EMT-B certification in partnership with the Barry Lawrence County Ambulance District. Students from nine school districts including Aurora, Marionville, Monett, Mt.
