A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on May 13 at Monett’s North Park Sports Complex to celebrate the opening of a new playground designed for area children.
On hand were representatives from the City of Monett and the Monett Area Chamber of Commerce, and community partners representing the Monett Cubs baseball and softball teams, the Monett Youth Baseball and Softball League, the City of Monett Parks and Public Works departments, Miracle Recreation, and Ozark Mountain Installations. Dave Dunn, parks superintendent, at center, held the ribbon while Mayor Randy Burke cut the ribbon, held by Commissioners Ken Gaspar, left, and Darren Indovina, right. (Contributed photo)
The 29 members of the Verona High School Class of 2025 received diplomas during commencement in the school gym on May 16. Speeches were given by valedictorian Biak Par, salutatorian Sebastian Brant, and art teacher John Etchison, whose son was among the graduates. Colored cords worn by the graduates denoted top 10, National Honor Society, A+ scholarships, career and technical training, and membership in FBLA and FFA.
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Mt. Vernon High School held its graduation ceremony the evening of Friday, May 16, to a packed house of family, friends and community members. The graduating class included 120 members, which constitutes the largest class ever to graduate from Mt. Vernon High School. Shown above, Mt’neer seniors let the hats fly, after they were conferred. (Photo by LeAnne Pfeiffer Photography)
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Brown Sugar (Drop) Cookies by Goldia Weaver
2 cups brown sugar
1 cup butter
3 eggs, well beaten
5 cups flour, sifted
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 cup milk
1 tsp. vanilla
Cream the butter. Slowly add the sugar, eggs, and milk.
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