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BACK IN THE GOOD OLD DAYS EIGHTY YEARS AGO JUNE 1-7, 1934 • The Monett Junior Chamber of Commerce took on the long-haired and fully bearded House of David team in donkey baseball at the first night game ever seen in Monett, using lights provided by the visitors. Grover Cleveland Alexander, formerly with the Cards in St. Louis, pitched against Monett.

According to the rules, the player had to be in contact with his donkey when he fielded a ball or when he put a runner out. The darn donkeys wouldn’t lead.

Runners would be urging donkeys from base to base but getting nowhere. The spectators nearly choked with emotion that was a mixture of convulsing mirth and a nervous desire to help the players.

• Monett firemen made a record practice run dousing a set fire in an alley at Tenth and Bond in under five minutes. Throngs of people out for an evening ride followed the firemen.

A momentary power stutter caused the siren to start again, making some think there was a fire at the power plant. There was plenty of excitement in town for a short time and it gave the motorists some place to go.

SEVENTY YEARS AGO JUNE 1-7, 1944 • Permanent committees for the promotion of Monett’s $300,000 postwar program of municipal and school improvements were named on June 2.

Committees were set up for Kelly Creek flood control, promoting a new grade school building, promoting a new airport, creation of a soil conservation district, church rehabilitation and

renovation of store buildings.

• Four years to the day that the Germans broke the Maginot Line and 48 hours after the fall of Rome, H-hour of D-Day came on June 6, the moment long awaited by the world democracies and so deeply and realistically feared by the warlords of Germany. Monett churches will observe D-Day with a special prayer service at 8 o’clock at the First Baptist Church.

SIXTY YEARS AGO JUNE 1-7, 1954 • The names of 136 veterans from five wars on whose graves flags were posted for Memorial Day by the American Legion in Monett were listed in The Times by cemetery. A few graves of war veterans remain unmarked and have not been found.

• Between 350 and 400 people, many of them from Monett, attended the annual Stones Prairie Lutheran Church picnic on June 3, despite the coolish weather. Between 600 and 800 are expected next week at the Trinity Lutheran picnic in Freistatt.

FIFTY YEARS AGO JUNE 1-7, 1964 • Construction is well underway on the new building for Kwik-Teck Inc. on the northwest corner of the Monett Industrial Development Corporation’s industrial tract. The firm, which manufactures poly foam into mattresses, pillows and for upholstery work, lost its entire building and contents by fire on April 11.

Operations have continued in the old Jerome building at Second and Front streets.

Impressive services for the laying of the cornerstone of the new Trinity Lutheran Church at Freistatt were held on June 6. More than 600 persons attended, including members of the congregation. Rev. W.J. Stelling put the finishing touches to the cornerstone, at right. Also present were members of the building committee, front row from left: John Doss, Herbert Rusch, Edgar Fellwock, Frank Nelson, A.H. Biermann and I.B. Groh. Second row: Herman Knaust, Art Moennig, Emil Spree, Mike Doss and Arno Doss. File photo/The Monett Times • Rev. Harry Rigsby, the new minister of the Monett First Methodist Church, arrived on June 5 and will preach his first sermon on Sunday. He replaces Rev. Walter Niles, who has been assigned to Lee’s Summit.

FORTY YEARS AGO JUNE 1-7, 1974 • The second meeting of the newly formed Barry-Lawrence County Association for Retarded Citizens was scheduled for June 11 at which time a constitution and bylaws will be presented. A board of six members and officers will be elected.

• The Monett Saddle Club held a rodeo on June 6 that included a bull riding competition with two Brahma bulls.

THIRTY YEARS AGO JUNE 1-7, 1984 • Herbert L. Coggin, who joined the U.S. Postal Service as postmaster at Republic in 1961, was scheduled to take over as postmaster at Monett on June 8. Coggin succeeds Joe Bill Edwards, who retired in 1983.

• The Pierce Jaycees have named Clara Mae Landoll as the 1983 Outstanding Pierce Citian in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the community.

TWENTY YEARS AGO JUNE 1-7, 1994 • Charles Cecil of Purdy, Kenneth “Red” Sharver of Monett and Bill Davis of rural Verona shared mixed feelings and their mem-

ories of participating in D-Day for the 50th anniversary. “I wouldn’t take $1 million for my experience, knowing what I know, seeing what I’ve seen. But I wouldn’t give 15 cents to do it again,” Sharver said.

• Graduation ceremonies were held for the Monett Police Department’s first Citizens Academy, a nine-week session providing insight into police operations.

TEN YEARS AGO JUNE 1-7, 2004 • At an open house to

mark the beginning of the ninth season at Camp Barnabas, a five-year plan was unveiled that included a new swimming pool and expanding the number of cabins by 25 percent.

• The Verona school board awarded silver trays to high school principal Leon Perry, with 33 years in education, counselor Don Wilks, with 28 years, and special education teacher Charlotte Youngberg, with 44 years, at a retirement luncheon.

ON THE COVER: Darren Hedgcorth, manager at Big M Marina, took the Tahoe deck boat out for a spin on the lake last week. Once camping season begins, he and other employees at the marina will have time for recreation until after Labor Day. Melonie Roberts/reporter@ monett-times.com

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Campgrounds, marinas gear up for busy season

Weather plays major factor in businesses

BY MELONIE ROBERTS reporter@monett-times.com

Following a harsh winter and extended spring, local campgrounds and marinas are gearing up for what they hope will be a beautiful summer season.

“It looks like we’re in for a fairly busy summer,” said Darren Hedgcorth, manager of Big M Marina near Cassville.

“The 4th of July is already filled.

“We’re a little slow going into the Memorial Day weekend, but I think that’s because the weather is cooler than it typically is at this time of year. Things will start to pick up around Wednesday before the weekend.”

Hedgcorth said the fishing is good and bass, in particular, are biting now.

“They’ll hit about anything you want to throw in the water,” he said. “They’re hungry.”

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The Big M Marina, as seen from the water, is a welcome sight for boaters and campers wanting to stop and refresh themselves after a long day on Table Rock Lake. The Dock-N-Eat Floating Cafe offers both open air and screened-in areas for sampling their hand-breaded tenderloins, handcrafted burgers and a variety of appetizers. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

Brett Higgins, a summer employee at Big M Marina near Mano, is finishing some late spring chores in preparation for the surge of guests coming in for the holiday weekend, which kicks off the summer season. Minnow tanks are filled, the dock has been cleaned and rental boats are primed for use. Higgins hoses algae off a no wake zone warning buoy that will be anchored near the marina. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

The Missouri Ozarks along Table Rock Lake offers some of the finest scenery in the nation for outdoor enthusiasts and wildlife watchers. After the bitter winter local residents have endured, many are eager to get out on the lake and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

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SPRINGFIELD: At the Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield near Republic, the bluegrass band High Strung will give a free concert by the Visitor’s Center at 7 p.m. on Saturday.

BELLA VISTA, Ark.: As part of the Artosphere Festival, the cajun fiddle band Cry You One performs at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday at the Cooper Chapel, 504 Memorial Dr. FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.: At George’s Majestic Lounge, 519 W. Dickson, performing this week are Lucero and Shawn James on Thursday, Oreo Blues, Leah and the Mojo Doctors and Lucero with Mulehead on Friday; Trashcan Bandits and Foley’s Van on Friday; and Dick Johnson on May 29.

The Fulbright Summer Chamber Music Festival continues at the Fine Arts Center at the University of Arkansas with the third concert at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday features Schumann’s piano quartet and works by Martinu and Corigliano.

EUREKA SPRINGS, Ark.: Michael Martin Murphey performs with Michael Johnathan from the Wood Songs Old Time Radio Hour at 7 p.m. on Saturday at the Auditorium, 36 S. Main.

CARTHAGE: At the Woodshed, at Cherry’s Art Emporium, 311 S. Main in the square, the Duke Mason Band performs at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.

At the Downstream Casino, west of Joplin, Sammy Hagar and the Wabos performs at 8 p.m. on Saturday. Beer and Chicken Band plays on Friday. The Scott Keeton Band plays blues and rock on Saturday.

TULSA, Okla.: The Ophelia Ragtime Orchestra performs at 7 p.m. on June 3 at the John H. Williams Theater in the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 110 S. Second St. Bruno Mars and Aloe Blacc perform at 8 p.m. on June 4 at the BOK Center, 200 S. Denver.

At Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main, performing this week are Jack White and Kelley Stolz on Thursday, Chvrches and Summer Cannibals on Sunday; Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros on June 3; and Dr. Dog, the Districts and the Hawks of Holy Rosary on June 5.

KANSAS CITY: Stairway to Zeplin and Mr. MoJo Risin’ perform on Friday at the Voodoo Lounge at Harrah’s Casino.

Cher performs at 8 p.m. on Saturday at the Sprint Center, 1407 Grand Blvd.

At Crossroads, 417 E. 18th St., Andy Frasco and the U.N. play on Saturday.

Vampire Weekend and Cult play on June 2. Bloody Beetroots play June 3. Infected Mushroom plays on June 5.

A tribute concert to Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack is offered through Sunday at the Kauffman Center, 1601 Broadway.

The Kansas City Women’s Chorus plays at 8 p.m. on Saturday at the Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. ST. LOUIS: Country music star Brad Paisley performs at 7 p.m. on Friday at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater.

Surviving members of the Monkees perform at 7:30 p.m. on June 5 at the Fox Theatre, 527 N. Grand.

Jazz trumpeter Byron Stripling joins the St. Louis Symphony for a jazz concert at 7:30 p.m. on Friday at Powell Hall, Grand and Delmar.

Indigo Girls perform at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday at Powell Hall.

The St. Louis Youth Orchestra plays Respighi’s “Pines of Rome,” the “Adagietto” from Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 and selections from Copland’s “Rodeo” at 3 p.m. on Sunday at Powell Hall.

At the Sheldon Concert Hall, 3648 Washington Blvd., Alarm Will Sound performs at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Brian Owens gives a tribute concert to Otis Redding at 7:30 p.m. on June 5.

The Jazz Edge Big Band gives a tribute concert to horn greats of jazz at 7 p.m. on Friday at the Touhill Performing Arts Center at the University of Missouri. at the Pageant, 6161 Delmar, a tribute concert to Johnny Cash will be at 8 p.m. on Friday. Chvrches plays with Summer Cannibals on June 2.

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A LOOK AT AREA EVENTS THIS WEEK

BY MURRAY BISHOFF

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OZARK: Mike Upshaw’s play “The End Came in Spring” runs through Saturday at the Stained Glass Theatre, 1996 W. Evangel St. FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.: The Italian dance duo TPO performs its show “Bleu”

at 9:30 and 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday at the Walton Arts Center, 495 W. Dickson.

TULSA, Okla.: At the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 110 S. Second St., the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical “The Sound of Music” is presented at 8 p.m. on Thursday through Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday in the John H. Williams Theatre. A stage version of Toni Morrison’s book “The Bluest Eye” is presented at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday in the Liddy Doenges Theatre. Tulsa Youth Ballet presents “Reflections of Michael Jackson and Gene Kelly” at 7 p.m. on Saturday in the John H. Williams Theatre.

At the Brady Theater, 105 W. Brady, Julianne Hough and Derek Hough give a stage show at 8 p.m. on Thursday. The Naked and the Famous perform at 8 p.m. on Saturday, along with White Sea and Strange Babes.

BARTLESVILLE, Okla.: The Inspiration Dance Studio presents the show “Picture This” at 7 p.m. on Saturday at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd.

KANSAS CITY: The Wylliams/Henry Contemporary Dance Company performs at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at the Olson Performing ARts Center, 4949 Cherry Blvd.

“Funeral for Brother John,” a tale of Kansas City in the gangster age, runs through June 7 in a dinner theater forma at the Golden Ox, 1600 Genesee, Californos at 4124 Pennsylvania in the Westport district and at Finnigan’s Hall, 503 E. 18th St. in North Kansas City.

“By the Way, Meet Vera Stark” opens June 5 and runs to June 29 at the Unicorn Theater, 3828 Main.

“Bing and Bob,” a tribute show to the entertainers Bing Crosby and Bob Hope, runs through Sunday at the Chesnut Fine Arts Center, 234 N. Chestnut in Olathe, Kan. “The Very Very Great Grandson of Sherlock Holmes” teams up with a descendant of Dr. Watson to solve a double mystery at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St. in Leavenworth, Kan. Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is presented at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 3 p.m. on Sunday at Ottawa University, 1001 S. Cedar in Ottawa, Kan. COLUMBIA: The Maplewood Barn Theatre’s production of musical “Nunsense 2” runs through Sunday at the Maplewood Barn, 3709 E. Nifong Blvd. with more

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SPECIAL EVENTS SPRINGFIELD: The American Truck Historic Society holds a convention and truck show Friday through Sunday at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds.

EUREKA SPRINGS, Ark.: The 20th annual Mustang car rally will be Saturday, centered at Pine Mountain Village.

JOPLIN: The PhotoSpiva Kids photography show at the Spiva Center for the Arts, Third and Wall, closes on Friday. The Legomania exhibit runs June 3 through June 5.

TULSA, Okla.: The Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus performs at the BOK Center Saturday and Sunday.

The Miss Oklahoma Pageant opens

June 3 and runs through next weekend at the Mabee Center, 7777 S. Lewis Ave. Gem Faire runs Friday through Sunday in the Central Park Hall at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St.

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shows for the next two weekends.

ST. LOUIS: Opera Theater of St. Louis continues its season with Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” with performances at 8 p.m. on Friday and June 4, plus Donizetti’s “The Elixir of Love” at 8 p.m. on Sunday and June 4 at the Loretto Hilton Performing Arts Center at Webster University in Webster Groves.

Julianne Hough and Derek Hough give a stage show at 8 p.m. on Friday at the Fox Theatre, 527 N. Grand.

Stages St. Louis’ production of “Always Patsy Cline” runs through June 15 at the Playhouse in Westport Plaza.

Neil Simon’s “They’re Playing Our Song” opens Friday and runs through June 29 at the Robert Reim Theatre in the Kirkwood Community Center, 111 S. Geyer Rd.

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EUREKA SPRINGS, Ark.: The 27th annual May Festival of the Arts runs through the month.

Motomarathon, the long-distance motorcycle sport-tpuring spring ride, runs May 28 through June 1.

Headquarters will be at the Traveler’s Inn. KANSAS CITY: Festa Italiana runs Friday through Sunday at Zona Rosa, 8640 N Dixson Ave. RockFest, billed as the nation’s biggest one day rock concert, features 30 bands on two stages at the World War I Memorial in Liberty on Saturday. Bands include Killswitch Engage, Escape the Fate, Soil, the Pretty Reckless, Korn, Five Finger Death Punch, Staind and Steel Panther.

The music starts at noon.

The fifth annual KosherFest Kosher food festival runs Sunday at Congregation Chev Sholom, 5311 W. 75th St. in Prairie Village, Kan., starting at 11 a.m.

ST. LOUIS: Shakespeare Festival St. Louis presents “Henry V” with performances at 8 p.m. in Forest Park by the Art Museum, running through June 15.

The St. Louis Renaissance Faire runs through Sunday in Rotary Park. West Meyer Road in Foristell.

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MURRAY’S TOP PICKS FOR THE WEEK

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The Kansas City Symphony performs Verdi’s “Requiem” at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Kauffman Center, 1601 Broadway. One of the big heaven storming pieces in the classical repertory, Verdi’s Requiem brings operatic drama to the religious message with great singing for soloists and choir, a showpiece that will bring out the sonic beauty in Helzberg Hall.

The musical “The Andrews Brothers” runs through Sunday at the Joplin Little Theatre, 3009 W. First St. Set in the 1940s war years, this comedy brings in four guys to replace a last minute cancellation of the Andrews Sisters. Classic songs of the period make this a standout show.

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The annual Scott Joplin Festival in Sedalia opens June 4 and runs through June 7. The biggest ragtime festival in the nation features free outdoor concerts by around 80 performers and mid-afternoon and evening paid concerts indoors. Pianists Jeff Barnhart, Brian Holland, Scott Kirby, Tex Wyndam, Paul Asaro, Sue Keller, Adam Swanson will be among the top performers. Evening concerts on June 4 and 5 will be at the State Fair Community College.

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Murray Bishoff is a veteran theatergoer, traveling weekends to many of the venues within driving distance, from Tulsa to St. Louis. From dance recitals to operas, he’s been there and shares his recommendations.

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Jacob Jennings and Brett Higgins, employees at Big M Marina, get one of the marina’s three rental boats ready for a busy weekend. These “party barges” are popular rentals for groups of family members and friends wanting to relax on the lake for the day. The marina has two pontoons, a deck boat and a jet ski for rent. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

Pictured are Jason and Kayla Partain, Kevin Newman, Frank and Sherry Newman, and Sandi and Josh Partain, who recently took the opportunity to enjoy the quiet setting at Eagle Rock Campground. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

Missouri law requires the passage of a boating safety course to anyone born after Jan 1, 1984, in order to operate any vessel on the waterways throughout the state.

Even if not required by law to get the Missouri Boating License, the Missouri State Highway Patrol and water patrol encourage people to still take a boating safety course before getting on the water this year. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

Always looking for a friendly handout, these Mallards make their home at Campbell Point Marina. The marina, nestled along the wooded bluffs of Table Rock Lake, offers nature lovers the opportunity to see deer, fox, wild turkey, beaver and other wildlife in their natural habitats. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

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Season: Lake businesses have limited time to make income for entire year

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the marina, and campers are starting to trickle in to the Corps of Engineers’ 61-site campground, which is within walking distance of the marina, restaurant and general store.

“We have new management in the restaurant, and I think that will work out well,” Hedgcorth said. “We’re getting ready to have a really good season.”

Darrel Tilford, who has worked at Eagle Rock Marina since 1977 and is now manager, also said things are starting off slow.

“This is the slowest spring I’ve seen since I

started here,” Tilford said.

“We’re starting to get some reservations, but things really won’t pick up until after school has let out for the summer.

“The thing about this business is we have about 100 days to make income for 365 days. We have a limited amount of time to make that annual income and inclement weather really affects our bottom line.”

Tilford said most campgrounds and marinas were gearing up for the “Big 3.”

“We’re hoping Memorial Day, the 4th of July and Labor Day are good,” he said. “Our big-

gest month is July, and we make about one-fourth of our gross income in that month alone.”

Having gone through three owners at the marina, Tilford said his key piece of advice was not to get too excited early on.

“I tell them not to look at the early numbers, but to wait until the end of the season to see how things went,” Tilford said. “The weather is going to break this week and we’re going to be getting very busy.”

The marina has 150 covered slips ranging from 9 by 20 feet to 16 by 40 feet, for houseboats and pontoons.

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“Several of those are already booked for the summer,” Tilford said.

“It’s a good idea for people to call ahead and reserve a slip.”

The marina offers a convenience store offering basic supplies for boaters and campers.

But the big attraction, of course, is the fishing.

“My grandson and I went fishing on (a recent) Sunday, the last one I’ll have off until after Labor Day,” Tilford said. “He caught 25 bass and I caught about 15. If I can get motivated to scale them, we’ll have a pretty good dinner.”

Nearby is the Lazy Eagle Resort, which offers 14 units, all kitchenettes with two double beds, a dinette, air conditioning and television. Campers can also make reservations at the Corp of Engineers RV/Camping

Park next to the marina.

“We’re starting to book up for Memorial Day, and the 4th of July is already overbooked,” said Nancy Trimble of Campbell Point Marina.

“All of the daily slips and campgrounds are starting to fill. The weather has been so crummy across the country this winter that people are wanting to get out and get active and get some sunshine. I think we’re going to have a great season.”

Campbell Point Marina, which is open year-round, now has a boat vendor on site.

“We are proud to have partnered with The Harbor Boat and Yacht Sales out of Branson,” Strimble said. “They will have boat sales right at the marina.”

Campbell Point is also home to The Port Grill, which serves a variety of

food ranging from burgers and sandwiches to Alaskan King Crab and special BBQ meals on Saturdays and holiday weekends.

The convenience store at the marina also offers camping necessities, food, clothing, rental boats and inner tubes for additional fun on the lake.

While summer is gearing up into full-swing, Strimble is also looking forward to fall, when things slow down a bit.

“The day after Labor Day is the best-kept secret in this business,” she said.

“When all the kids go back to school, older adults and those without children are finding it the perfect time to visit the lake.

“It’s quieter, more relaxed and the weather is still beautiful. Many people wait until after Labor Day to schedule vacations for that reason.”

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The Port Grill and Oyster Shack, located at Campbell Point Marina in Shell Knob, is a floating restaurant that guests can access by water or car. Melonie Roberts/reporter@ monett-times.com

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Couple feeling financial strain receives many helpful ideas DEAR ABBY: “Holding on in Arkansas” (Feb. 27) asked where to go for free counseling. You suggested she call her local mental health department for counseling options for her marriage and money issues.

Another resource would be her local church.

Pastors often offer counseling to couples.

Many churches also have support groups for parents to connect with each other. I have seen churches save marriages and get couples back on the right track emotionally and financially.— PASSING IT ON IN TENNESSEE DEAR PASSING IT ON: Your suggestion was mentioned by a number of other readers. They, too, felt that solving her financial problems would lessen or eliminate the marital discord “Holding” and her husband are experiencing. Read on: DEAR ABBY: One of the largest contributors to our national charitable network— United Way—offers many helpful services.

The Consumer Credit Counseling Service may also be a resource, if credit cards are part of the problem.

If there is a choice between paying a bill or buying groceries, the bill should come first. There are many food pantries.

to seek out available help is crucial.—SCHOOL COUNSELOR-INTRAINING

JEANNE PHILLIPS DEAR ABBY The family can also apply for food stamps.

Asking for help can be difficult or embarrassing, but knowing your kids won’t be hungry makes it worth it.— BEEN THERE, DONE THAT, TOO DEAR ABBY: “Holding” should contact her bank about refinancing her mortgage. If she can’t pay her electric bill, she should see if she qualifies for a reduced rate for her income level. As for the kids, if they’re in school, they probably meet the criteria for the reducedcost lunch program.— FULL OF IDEAS IN WASHINGTON DEAR ABBY: “Holding” should seek help from the school counselor. He/she can recommend mental health support within the family’s financial means, and connect them with additional community resources to lessen some of the stresses of daily life.

With many families struggling in many ways, encouraging this woman

DEAR ABBY: Does her employer or her husband’s have an Employee Assistance Program? These services offer a wide range of help, including dealing with mental health and financial issues, and may be paid for as part of the employer’s contract with the EAP organization.—JUST MY TWO CENTS DEAR ABBY: If the woman’s county doesn’t have a mental health department, her region should have a department of public health. Or she could be guided by the school nurse at her children’s school. School nurses are often the first responders to families

in crisis or in need of counseling.—NEW ENGLAND NURSE DEAR ABBY: It is human nature to want the best for one’s family, but a lot of the couples suffering this kind of stress have brought it on themselves.

There won’t be enough money for food and monthly bills if they are paying for new cars, a house they can’t afford, ordering takeout instead of cooking, subscribing to the deluxe cable TV package, going on expensive vacations and paying for activities the kids “have to do” just because their friends are. Couples’ financial problems could be greatly improved if they would only make better choices.—LIVING WITHIN MY MEANS DOWN SOUTH

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Hay algunos puestos de Segundo turno que requerirán entrenamiento en el primer turno por hasta un mes.

If interested, apply in person at: Missouri Career Center 100 South Maple Street Monett, MO 65708 417-235-7877 (Located behind Auto Zone)

Si está interesado, solicite en persona en: Missouri Career Center 100 South Maple Street Monett, MO 65708 417-235-7877 (Localizado atrás de Auto Zone)

EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EFCO es un Empleador de Oportunidad Igual.

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16. Help Wanted

Thursday, May 29, 2014 • Page 11

16. Help Wanted

DIRECT SUPPORT STAFF Entry-level positions providing support to individuals with disabilities in an individualized setting in the Monett and Mt. Vernon areas.

Shifts: Overnights, Evenings, Weekends, Days, and PRN openings.

Wage starts at $8.15/hr.

Must have HS Diploma/GED, be a licensed and insured driver able to obtain the Class E license, and at least 18 years or older.

Apply Online/In Person at: The Arc of the Ozarks 1010 Old Airport Road Monett, MO 417-354-0071 thearcoftheozarks.org

BLACKBIRD BAR & GRILL

COOKS WANTED experience preferred SERVERS WANTED experience preferred APPLY IN PERSON Mon. - Fri. 9am-11am or 3pm-5pm 1321 S. Elliott Aurora, MO.

ADVERTISING SALES. We are looking for an individual ready to succeed in a sales and marketing positionthathelpsourcustomers grow their business. Base pay plan with bonus opportunities and uncapped earning potential.

Some sales experience would be helpful, but a positive atti-

tude, energy and willingnesstoworkwillbeequally important.Sendacoverletterand resumeto:community@monetttimes.com DRIVERS: 60,000 1st year, FREE CDL driver training. Must pass drug screen and DOT physical, must be 23, call for details: 800-769-3993.

DRIVERS, $60,000, CDL-A, $2500 sign-on, 1mon exp., Same day pay! Free health Ins. No CDL? Free training! www.trailiner.com 800-769-3993.

DRIVERS, SOLO, 3 OR 6-day runs, up to $0.44CPM, Free health ins. Same day pay.

800-769-3993 for details, www.trailiner.com OUTSIDE LABOR HELP NEEDED: Fulltime position with possibilityforfullbenefitsdepending on performance.

Call 662-613-0551fordetails.Looking to hire immediately.

SUMMER JOBS for youth (Ages 18-24). Work Outside, Make Cash, Have Fun!! Call Now! (417) 629-2068

16. Help Wanted

27. Homes for Sale

29a. Duplexes For Rent

31. Rooms for Rent

VERONA R-VII Schools has an opening for JH/HS Secretary. It is an eleven month position. Starting pay depends upon experience.

No experience necessary.

Contact Mr.TerryWintonat417-498-6775 if interested or mail at 101 E. Ella St. Verona, MO 65769.

3/2 JUST off I-44. New everything! Owner finance, $770 per month. Low down payment.

417-236-8073.

2 BR, 1 Ba. 4-plexe units in Monett. All electric Central H/A, appliances furnished, W/D hookups. Starting at $425 per month, $250 deposit.

354-0744 or 236-0140.

J & T ECONO Rooms to Rent.

Weekly low rates - No pets.

Cable TV, refrigerator, microwave. 417-489-6000

WANTED - SOMEONE clean house once a week. Call 417-442-7233.

25. Real Estate For Sale PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

26. Mobile Homes Sales LOT MODEL Clearance Sale Huge Savings! Saturday, May 31 Clayton Homes of Springfield MO, Missouri’s largest manufactured home supercenter. Purchase a home-pop a balloon and get one of these: •$500 Visa Gift Card •Washer/Dryer •42” Flat Screen TV Call Today! 417-865-4181.

26a. Mobile Homes for Rent LEASE OR Lease to Own: 3 Bd 2 BaModularhome.Allelectricwith efficient heat pump system, located in the country on one beautiful acre w/shade trees, garden, storm cellar. $750 plus deposits, good references. 498-6351.

3 BD/1 BA Purdy, 231 Kay Ave. Brick/Vinyl siding.

Energy efficient windows, handicapped accessible, open floor plan, 3 yr old CH/A, attached garage w/new door, covered screened patio, storage building. $55,000.

417-669-1496.

FOR SALE By Owner. No Money Down!

Financing available.

Newly remodeled. 2 bed/1 bath, very nice neighborhood.

Deck connected to back of house with a detached shop. Lots of storage.

Central Heat/Air. 10 year warranty on flooring. Call - 417-846-0324 Mon – Fri 8 AM – 5 PM LOVELY 3/2 Cedar Brook home.

Owner finance. Walk to JH. $775 monthly. 417-236-8073.

29. Houses for Rent 1 & 2 bedroom newly remodeled rentals available in Exeter. No pets. Please pick up application at 290 State Hwy 76, Cassville, MO 65625 (Next to Jersey’s). Call 417-846-0324 Mon – Fri 8 AM – 5 PM. 2632 SQ ft, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 car garage, gas fireplace. Complete renovation: new flooring, appliances, fixtures and countertops. 333 N. Belaire, Monett 669-4818.

I HAVE very nice rental homes, varied number of bedrooms, the city of Monett. Call Max Easley at 417-235-6871 or 417-693-1024.

RURAL FRAME house with yard, space for small pets, approx. 12 miles S. of Monett. W/D hookups. $300 mo/$300 deposit. Call 417-772-7036.

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NEWER ALL Brick Duplex, 2 br, 2 ba with garage. Nice location, appliances, open floor plan, with and without garage, $550 rent. 417-354-0744 or 417-773-8948.

NOW LEASING up scale quad plexes, nestled in a quiet planned neighborhood inside Monett.

Brick facade, 2 Bd, 2 full Ba, walkin closets, garage, laundry with W/D hookup.

Kitchen with bar that opens to dining and living rm. All stainless appliance including builtin microwave. Ceiling fans in all rooms and private patio. Call 417-773-8948 or 417-354-0744.

ONE-BEDROOM apartment.

Refrigerator, range, W/D hookup, water paid. No pets. $300 mo/$300 dep. 505 1/2 8th St. in Monett - 417-772-7036.

SUPER NICE 2 bed 2 ba. All brick. Terrific location-838 Wellington. Nice sunroom. 2 people max. No pets.. No smoking on premises. Rent $695, $500 dep. 669-3535 or 235-5652.

30. Apartments for Rent 1 BR & 2 BR, All electric, includes refrigerator with ice, dishwasher, range, washer & dryer, oak cabinets. Available Now! 235-9839.

EXTRA NICE, 1 Bdrm apt. Upstairs. Appliances furnished. All electric h/a, private parking. Rent $325, Dep-$200. No pets.

235-6116.

PIERCE CITY, 2 Brdm 1 bath.

Ref, stove, DW. Includes carport and deck. $450 rent, $450 deposit. No pets. 417-489-5220.

UNDER NEW Management, 2 Br 2 Ba apartments in Monett. $475 a month, $400 deposit. 2365951. READ Do you have a ME! subscription to Visit us online at: The Monett Times yet?

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33. Miscellaneous for Sale CABINETS - New solid maple , dovetail drawers, never installed, can add or subtract to fit kitchen.

Cost $6000. Sacrifice $1650.

417-423-7919.

FOR SALE used Windsor stones, edges and stepping stones. One iron arbor. Call 417-669-8720 or 417-489-5032.

MATTRESS SET New, still in package, both pieces for $150.

Cost $400. 417-283-4207.

46. For Lease OFFICE SPACE for rent West Broadway, excellent condition, previously a title company. Call 417-366-0248.

49. Wanted VINTAGE & CLASSIC Ford parts: Mustang, Cougar, Fairlane, large or small block. Also vintage and classic cars-all kinds, running or not. 417-699-1933.

55. Storage CROSSLAND STOR-ALL. Across East of Wal-Mart. 10 buildings, 7 sizes. 235-3766.

FRIEZE’S STORAGE- 10 Sizes plus outside storage. Gated at night. Phone 417-235-7325 or 417-393-9662.

KRUEGER’S STORAGE: Boat & RV storage. Fenced/gated -24 hr access. Ph numbers are 737-4590 or 235-3690. or North Eisenhower & Hwy 37.

THREE SIZES To choose from, electricity available, concrete floors withGive partitions the gift ofto ceiling.

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Storage S Hwy 37, 235-6097.

Call 235.3135 WHY PAY More, Rent from Us to & Store. Sto subscribe & G Storage. the Monett 417-235-1914 or Times.

417-235-9289.

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