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Headline artist Kenny Ray Horton performed at Monett’s July 4 celebration. (Murray Bishoff photo)

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 5:26am

Impressive shows fuel Monett’s July 4 celebration

Monett’s July 4 celebration had events from downtown to the traditional gathering at South Park for live music and fireworks.

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 4:32pm

Despite cancellation, Red, White and Boom a hit: Committee punked by deadbeat fireworks company calls in reinforcements for great show

Mt. Vernon’s Fourth of July celebration Red, White and Boom!

Sun, 07/05/2026 - 5:28am

Kenny Horton coming to Monett’s July 4, area musician authors piece proposed as new state song

Monett will have a country and bluegrass veteran, Kenny Ray Horton, as the star music attraction for the July 4 celebration.

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 2:32pm

Lawrence County celebrates America's 250th birthday

Lawrence County is celebrating America's 250th - and you're invited.

It's part of a nationwide celebration, and it starts at 4:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2026.

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