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Back in the Good Old Days EIGHTY YEARS AGO July 19-25, 1935 • Two Monett fishermen clutched at the air and swayed and staggered against supporting house walls on July 24 when the Springfield paper arrived in Monett. For there on the sports page was a large picture of two men holding out a 48-pound catfish. Lon Wilson, father of Mrs Fred Steele of Monett, and Ward Prock provided their catalpa worms to two Springfield fishermen having poor luck the previous day, and those fishermen caught the prize fish in Murray Mill pond 22 miles north of Springfield.

• The Monett Commercial Club received a report from its advisory committee on the operation of the Missouri transient service center in Monett.

Despite a petition by 38 to abandon the camp, the consensus of opinion was that the benefits received very much outweighed the detriments.

SEVENTY YEARS AGO July 19-25, 1945 • Hobbs-Anderson American Legion Post No. 91 will sponsor the Korn’sa-Krackin’ Radio Show broadcast for KWTO Radio from the Monett Junior Chamber of Commerce athletic field.

Don Sullivan, the “international cowboy,” Lonnie and Thelma Robertson, Goo-Goo Rutledge, acordion player Jerry Fronek and Aunt Martha will perform.

• William McKinney at the U.S. Naval Air Station in Norman, Okla., discovered the OY-I plane that came in for service was named Monett, Missouri.

On the side of the airship

was printed “Bought with bonds sold by students of Monett Junior and Senior High School.” The brand new two-seater observation plane with a six-cylinder motor left for service in the Pacific.

SIXTY YEARS AGO July 19-25, 1955 • M.C. “Bob” Baum, who has been chief clerk of the Monett division of the Gas Service Company, was named to succeed Carl Jenkins as manager of the Monett division. Jenkins, who served in the top post for 10 years, has been transferred to the company’s Joplin property. Baum is a former member of the Monett Junior Chamber of Commerce, past vice president of the Monett Lions Club and past commander of the American Legion Post.

• Petitions bearing the signatures of 1,677 Stone and Barry County residents have been mailed to Congressman Dewey Short calling for assistance obtaining a bridge to replace the present structure over White River on Highway 86 between Shell Knob and Viola. The Table Rock dam project calls for leaving only the Eagle Rock bridge when the dam is finished.

FIFTY YEARS AGO July 19-25, 1965 • A tank issued to the Monett unit of the Missouri National Guard caught fire and was destroyed during training exercises at Camp Ripley, Minn. The 50-ton M-48 tank, valued at $102,000, carried a crew of four, who escaped without difficulty. Local Guardsmen have been in the field for two weeks of tactical training and exercises.

• A total of 31 of the 81 graduates of the Monett High School Class of 1940 gathered at the Lakeland Restaurant for the 25th anniversary of the class’s graduation.

FORTY YEARS AGO July 19-25, 1975 • Services were held for the first time on July 20 in the new sanctuary for the First Presbyterian Church in Monett. The 66-by-38 foot sanctuary provides seating for 154 and was connected to the west of the existing facility. The 35-foot steeple was put in place on July 24.

• The Barry-Lawrence Ambulance District board of directors voted to adopt a reciprocity agreement that would provide cooperative efforts between qualifying ambulance services in the area. For the past month the board had forbidden the operation of ambulances of other services within the district.

THIRTY YEARS AGO July 19-25, 1985 • Monett’s water shortage started last week after a power flicker resulted in the No. 12 well turning muddy, forcing discontinuation of its use. Monett Utilities Superintendent Harlan Barkeman asked the public to seriously curtail their water use, or else the muddy water, though chlorinated, would have to be returned to the system.

• A little mixed breed dog, abandoned at the Highway Z turn-off from Highway 60, remained waiting for the return of its owner until July 24, when The Times published its picture. Cathy Buenning of Monett took the dog home, where it

More than 300 youngsters were served more than 2,000 pounds of ice cold watermelon at the Jaycee Athletic Field on July 19, 1955 for the annual watermelon feed, co-sponsored by the Kiwanis and Lions Clubs, climaxing the Jaycee summer baseball program. Slicing over a ton of watermelon kept members of the clubs busy serving the Little League and Pony League ball players and other young fans. Pictured from left were Paul Stellwagen, J.C. Alderson and Cecil Mayer, who sliced 65 melons weighing about 40 pounds each for the hungry children. File photo/The Monett Times found a fenced in yard and two children who “fell in love” with the puppy.

TWENTY YEARS AGO July 19-25, 1995 • Owners of the Softouch factory in Monett, located in the former Friend Tire facility at Eisenhower and Highway 60, began making trailers in the company parking lot after a spectacular fire on July 19 destroyed the building. Arson was declared as the cause of the fire.

Softouch had been in business in Monett since 1993.

• Monett Police Chief Larry Zimmerman and 10 officers fielded criticism of the police department

in the department’s first public forum on July 20.

Zimmerman said budget constraints had led to a shortage of officers, frequently cited for reduced service.

TEN YEARS AGO July 19-25, 2005 • A steady stream of people dropped by Monett City Hall on July 21 to congratulate Margaret Holle, who retired that day as city collector after 25 years of service.

A reception was held in

Holle’s honor.

• The Monett City Council voted on July 20 to accept developer Ron Sisney’s plan for phase one of the North Port subdivision, proposed for the land surrounding the former outdoor movie theater property on the north side of Monett’s North Park. The theater property, now owned by the Clark Community Mental Health Center, will be encircled by the housing plan.

ON THE COVER: Sisters Bailey Flint, left, 14, and Macey Flynt, 10, recently practiced a series of toe-touches at the POP Cheer Factory in Monett. Owner Savannah Elrod trains youngsters ranging in age from 18 months to 18 years in basic gymnastics, basic tumbling and competitive cheerleading. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

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Thursday, July 16, 2015 • Page 3

POP Cheer Factory holding its own in competitive cheerleading Monett business challenging larger, more established teams

By Melonie Roberts

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reporter@monett-times.com

raining for competitive cheer, one of the nation’s fastest-growing athletic skill-sets, is now being taught in Monett at the POP Cheer Factory, located at 1308 Cleveland St. “This is not high school cheerleading,” said Savannah Elrod, owner and director. “It is more challenging and offers more scholarships. Scouts will not be going to high school games to find you. They’re going to competitions.”

Elrod, who is a former level nine elite gymnast, quit the sport at the age of 13.

“My parents invested a lot in me for me to quit,” she said. “They were disappointed. I did not understand the calibration of gymnastics I had Continued on Page 7

Sisters Bailey Flint, left, 14, and Macey Flynt, 10, recently practiced a series of toe-touches at the POP Cheer Factory in Monett.

Owner Savannah Elrod trains youngsters ranging in age from 18 months to 18 years in basic gymnastics, basic tumbling and competitive cheerleading. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

Bailey Flynt, of Monett, was perfecting her handstands during a recent private lesson with Savannah Elrod, owner of the POP Cheer Factory in Monett. She and her sister, Macey Flynt, attend classes regularly to work on gymnastics and tumbling. Melonie

Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

Savannah Elrod, owner and director of POP Cheer Factory in Monett, lent a helping hand to Tera Vesco in mastering a handstand, as Brittany Erwin, left, and Kyla Ritchie, right, looked on. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

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AREA THEATRE

ROGERS, Ark.: Widespread Panic performs at 7:30 p.m. on Friday at the Arkansas Music Pavilion, 5079 W. Northgate Rd. FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.: At George’s Majestic Lounge, 519 W. Dickson, playing this week are Honeycutters on Thursday, Full House and Here Come the Mummies on Friday, Parrot Heads on Saturday, Albert Lee on July 21, and Buckcherry on July 22.

CARTHAGE: At the Woodshed in Cherry’s Art Emporium, 311 S. Main, “Piano Man” Guy Willcox plays standards at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.

JOPLIN: The Beach Boys perform outdoors at 8 p.m. on Sunday at the Downstream Casino, west of Joplin. In the Downstream’s regular performance venue, Jason Early plays red dirt country on Thursday. The Wes Hart Band plays variety rock on Friday. The Hellbenders play rock and blues on Saturday.

TULSA, Okla.: The Swon Brothers and Kent White perform at 98 p.m. on Saturday at the Hard Rock Casino in Catoosa.

At Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main, playing this week are Cherokee Maidens, Sycamore Swing and Hankerin’ 4 Hank on Friday.

Cody Canada, the Departed, the Chance Anderson Band and the Bo Phillips Band play on Saturday.

At the Brady Theater, 105 W. Brady, 3 Doors Down and Seether play with Aranda at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Danzig, Pennywise, Cancer Bats and Dryvr perform at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. Stephen Stills plays at 8 p.m. on July 21.

Fall Out Boy and Wiz Khalifa perform at 7 p.m. on July 22 at the BOK Center, 200 S. Denver.

KANSAS CITY: At the Starlight Theater in Swope Park. Train, the Fray and Matt Nathanson perform at 7 p.m. on Friday.

New Jack Swing and Keith Sweat play at 7 p.m. Saturday.

Danzig, Pennywise, Cancer Bats and Hellevate play at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday at the Midland Theater, 1228 Main.

Patti LaBelle performs at 7:30p.m. on Friday at the Kauffman Center, 1601 Broadway.

At the Power and Light District, 13th and Walnut, Tyler Farr plays on Thursday.

Chevelle plays a free concert at 8 p.m.

Friday. Country musician Craig Campbell plays at 7 p.m. on July 23.

COLUMBIA: Jackercise, from Chicago, and Gucci, from Columbia performs at 5 p.m. on July 23 at Rose Music Hall, 1013 Park Ave. ST. LOUIS: At the Hollywood Casino Amphitheater in Maryland Heights, country musicians Luke Bryan, Dustin Lynch and Randy Houser perform at 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday. AWOL Nation and Panic at the Disco play at 5 p.m. on Saturday. Steely Dan, Elvis Costello and the Imposters play at 7 p.m. on July 22.

Sublime, Rome and Rebelution play at 6 p.m. on July 23.

Fifth Harmony performs at 7 p.m. on July 23 at the Peabody Opera House, 1400 Market.

At the Sheldon Concert Hall, 3648 Washington Blvd., guitarists Jon and Bucky Pizzarelli led a concert celebrating the life of Ray Kennedy at 8 p.m. on Friday. Ry Cooder, Sharon White and Ricky Skaggs perform at 8 p.m. on July 20. Song stylist Marilyn Maye offers a concert out of the Sinatra songbook at 8 p.m. on July 22.

Broadway songwriter Jason Robert Brown performs at 8 p.m. on July 23.

SPRINGFIELD: Springfield Little Theatre presents “Disney’s Cinderella” in special shows for children at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at 311 E. Walnut.

Springfield Contemporary Theater’s production of Carlo Goldoni’s play “The Servant of Two Masters” is presented at 7:30 p.m.

Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at 413 S. Jefferson Ave., with more shows next weekend.

A live theater parody presentation of an episode from the 1960s “Batman” TV series, “Man-Bat Begins,” is offered at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday at 308 South Ave. An episode from the “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” show, “Bargaining,” is also presented the same night.

OZARK: Joseph Ransom’s play “Songs in the Night,” on the life of hymn writer Fanny Crosby, opens July 23 and runs through Aug. 29 at the Stained Glass Theater, 1996 Evangel.

ROGERS, Ark.: Final performances of Arts Center of the Ozarks’ production of Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man” are presented at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday

and 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main.

EUREKA SPRINGS, Ark.: Final performances of Opera in the Ozarks include Verdi’s “La Traviata” on Thursday and Offenbach’s “Tales of Hoffman” on Friday.

Both shows are at 7:30 p.m. at Inspiration Point on Highway 62, west of town.

TULSA, Okla.: At the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 110 S. Second St., Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Cats” is presented at 8 p.m.

Thursday and Friday, 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday in the John H. William Theatre.

BARTLESVILLE, Okla.: Children’s Musical Theatre of Bartlesville presents “Mary Poppins” at 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at the Bartlesville Community Center, 300 S.E. Adams Blvd.

BROKEN ARROW, Okla.: Tina Howe’s play “Painting Churches” is presented by Broken Arrow Community Playhouse at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and p.m. Sunday at 1800 S. Main.

PITTSBURG, Kan.: Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Evita” opens July 23 and runs through next weekend at Memorial Hall, 503 N. Pine.

KANSAS CITY: “A Year With Frog and Toad” runs through Aug. 2 at the Coterie Theatre, 2450 Grand Blvd.

ST. LOUIS: The Muny continues its season of outdoor musicals in the Forest Park amphitheater with “The Buddy Holly Story” through Sunday. Sondheim’s “Into the Woods” opens July 21 and runs through next weekend. All shows begin at 8:15 p.m.

Stages St. Louis continues its season with Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes” Friday through the end of the month at the Robert Reim Theatre in the Kirkwood Community Center, 111 S. Geyer Rd.

SPECIAL EVENTS

A look at area events this week

By Murray Bishoff

AREA MUSIC

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AURORA: The Rockin’ A Saddle Club presents its annual rodeo Thursday through Saturday at the Saddle Club Arena, next to the drive-in theater. Main event starts at 8 p.m. each night.

CASSVILLE: The annual Cassville Rodeo has been rescheduled for Friday and Saturday at the Bill Hailey Arena, with the main show at 8 p.m. both nights.

SPRINGFIELD: The Gold Buckle Extravaganza rodeo opens July 23 and

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AREA FESTIVALS

runs through next weekend at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds.

The 39th annual Fair Grove Ice Cream Social, hosted by the Fair Grove Historical and Preservation Society, will be held at Wommack Mill, with an antique vehicle show, live entertainment and concessions.

BENTONVILLE, Ark.: “Inspiring Women,” an exhibit focusing on the history of women in the art world, runs through Jan. 6 at the Crystal Bridges Art Museum.

TULSA, Okla.: The fourth annual Dodge Brawl dodge ball tournament will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday at the BOK Center, 200 S. Denver.

The 2015 Pony of the Americas National Congress horse show runs through Friday at the livestock complex at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st. St. Rodeos this week include the International Round-Up Clubs Cavalcade Thursday through July 22 in Pawhuska, west of Bartlesville.

PITTSBURG, Kan.: The Four State Farm Show runs Friday through Sunday on Highway 400, south of town.

KANSAS CITY: The WWE professional wrestling troupe performs its RAW live TV show at 6:30 p.m. on July 20 at the Sprint Center 1407 Grand Blvd.

COLUMBIA: The Show-Me State Games, an Olympic-style sports festival with more than 40 sports for all ages, opens Friday and runs through Sunday in several venues around the city.

The Boone County Fair opens July 21 and runs through July 25 north of I-70 and Highway 63.

EUREKA SPRINGS, Ark.: The 16th

annual Fat Tire Festival for mountain bike off-road enthusiasts runs Saturday through July 20 at Lake Leatherwood City Park on Highway 62 West.

CLAREMORE, Okla.: The Scissortail Wine Festival runs Saturday at the Claremore Expo Hall, 400 Veteran’s Parkway. Several area wineries will participate.

SEDALIA: The Robert Woolery Memorial Powwow runs Friday through Sunday at the Missouri State Fairgrounds.

KANSAS CITY: Global Dance Festival runs at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Midland Theater, 1228 Main. Performers include Flosstradamus, Seven Lions, Peking Duk, Wax Motif and Moody J. The Kansas City Fringe Festival, a celebration of local, regional and national artists, is offered Thursday through July 26 at 20 venues in the Crown Center area to Union Station.

Cultivate Festival, hosted by the Chipotle Mexican Grill chain, features food, cooking demonstrations and music at Penn Valley Park, Pershing Road and Main St. Live performers include Portugal the Man, St. Lucia, Smallpools, Betty Who and Max Frost.

ATCHESON, Kan.: The 19th annual Amelia Earhart Festival, featuring crafts, concessions, aerobatic performances and fireworks, runs Saturday, with live music on the riverfront and symposiums on the aviatrix at Benedictine College.

ST. LOUIS: The third annual Neil LaBute New Theater Festival with shows of new plays runs through Aug. 3 at the Gaslight Theater, 358 N. Boyle Ave. Plays running through Sunday include: “Kandahar” by Neil LaBute, “Cold in Hand” by Steve Apostolina, “Custom” by Mark Young, “A Taste of Heaven” by Chris Holbrook, “Stand Up for Oneself” by Lexi Wolfe, and “A Stranger Here Myself” by Rich Orloff.

Other plays run for the final two weekends.

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Murray’s top picks for the week

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For small town fun, try the Purdy Festival in downtown Purdy. With a car show around Project Genesis Park, a livestock show in the elementary school gym, carnival rides and concessions in the city park and live entertainment west of the park, the festival offers a day of activities in a warm, family friendly setting. All activities are centered around the city park on Highway C, which will be closed for the day to allow safe crossing for pedestrians.

Missouri State University Tent Theatre concludes its season with the musical “Hairspray,” with shows Thursday through Sunday at 8:15 p.m. on the lawn behind Coger Hall at National and Grand. Tent Theatre offers an up-close experience, where viewers almost feel like they are part of the high-energy show. It’s a great night out with bouncy, tuneful music.

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Final performances of Meredith Willson’s classic tale of small town Iowa, “The Music Man,” is presented at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main in Springdale. This is a medium sized theater in a deep hall, but a pleasant setting with quality, community theater performances. A fun event outing with great music.

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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Savannah Elrod, owner and director of POP Cheer Factory in Monett, had a student, Bailey Flynt, repeatedly practice handstands during a recent lesson at the facility, located at 1308 Cleveland St. Elrod said gymnastics, tumbling and cheer are extremely athletic sports, and students have to develop bi-lateral body strength in order to perform well. Melonie Roberts/reporter@ monett-times.com

Control and balance are important elements in gymnastics when working on an angled cheese-wedge mat.

Savannah Elrod, owner of POP Cheer Factory in Monett, worked with student Macey Flynt on developing balance during a recent lesson. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

Balance, style and athleticism are all components of a successful gymnastics routine. Bailey Flynt, assisted by Savannah Elrod, owner and director of POP Cheer Factory in Monett, recently practiced a series of backflips, cartwheels and handstands during the hour-long lesson. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

Strength, agility and flexibility are needed to participate in gymnastics and tumbling classes. While not all students have bi-lateral body strength, Savannah Elrod, owner and director of POP Cheer Factory in Monett, guides her young students through a series of fundamental exercises designed to strengthen muscles, develop a sense of balance and maintain agility. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

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Cheerleading: Coach says it bears no resemblance to high school cheer

Continued from Page 3

achieved at the time I quit.

My dad had started investigating Olympic level gyms at that point.

“Competitive gymnastics is time-consuming. I spent so many hours in the gym, I felt like I was missing out on friends.

So, I quit to play middle school sports.”

At the age of 15, she was hired to teach gymnastics part time at Monett Gymnastics.

“I’ve been teaching for 14 years,” she said. “I’ve taught competitive cheer for four years.”

In a business where the motto is: “The bigger the bow, the better the mom,” having an elite team of dedicated professionals to bring home the awards puts another jewel in the crown that is Monett.

“My daughter was in competitive cheer,” Elrod said. “She was a model in a magazine promoting products for competitive

cheer. These girls can achieve anything if they reach out.”

Elrod’s students compete in various events in Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas.

“It’s a different world than what people think or understand,” she said. “I have three teams of girls in various age groups and skill levels. My tiny team is girls ages 6 and under.

The youth team is girls 11 years old and under, and my junior team is girls 14 years of age and under.

They are all level one competitors.

“We actually competed against a team that has their own show on The Learning Channel. We were no match for them, but it was a lot of fun meeting the people from the show and the coaches.”

Competitive cheer bears no resemblance to high school cheerleading.

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al,” Elrod said. “Parents pay a lot of money, and we invest a lot of time in these girls. By the time they decide to participate in competitive cheer, they already have several years of gymnastics and tumbling under their belts.”

Elrod teaches gymnastics classes to children as young as 18 months.

“There’s the Mommy and Me class for children 18 months to 3 years of age,” she said. “Then, they advance to preschool classes for ages 3-4. I have a pre-beginner class for 4-year-olds, and beginner, intermediate and advanced classes for students ages 5-8.”

Elrod also teaches tumbling for students ages 7 and up. Competitive cheer is open to students ages 5-18.

“Most students get into tumbling and transition to cheer later on,” she said. “Everybody wants tumbling. Those classes are open to students 7-18 years of age.”

Although Elrod’s biggest cheer squad has 13 members, in cheer competitions, teams can number up to 32 members.

“Everyone has matching team uniforms,” Elrod said. “They’re nothing like high school uniforms. These are covered in rhinestones and have

sheer mesh sleeves. The bigger the hair and the brighter the makeup, the better.”

Competitive cheer also includes expenses for travel, choreography and tuition.

“We have a former Dallas Cowboy cheerleader, Melissa Morrison, who does our choreography,” Elrod said. “She will be in Monett in July and we will spend four hours a day for three days just learning the routine. They will spend from July through November perfecting it.”

The tiny team, comprised of girls ages 6 and under, has a routine choreographed by Cara Clark, a former Monett High School cheer coach.

“This is a very athletic field,” Elrod said. “My students need to be strong.

Typically, people have a dominant side of the body, one that is stronger than the other side. In this, students need to be equally strong on both sides of the body, especially on the bars and with handstands.”

Although winning is a perk, according to Elrod, it is not the focus of competition, at least at her studio.

“Of course I want to win,” Elrod said. “But, my focus is to push the girls to progress in every competition. We set goals to beat

our previous scores. Our goal is to have fun, get fit and improve. Progression is the key.”

Elrod said her students know they cannot put competitive cheer in second place, behind other sporting activities.

“It has to come first,” she said. “But, my students want to be here. They know if we want to compete against bigger gyms, they need to be here.”

Sometimes, the older students, who have come to realize just how much is invested in their sport, express disappointment that the team did not win first place at an event.

“The youth team, even the 7-9-year-olds, don’t get it unless they hear an older girl say we didn’t place first,” Elrod said.

“It’s not the big picture for them until they’re older.

They can get a 12-inch trophy and be as happy as if it were a five-foot trophy.

To them, it’s a trophy. My older students have invested so much time in it, they want to be winning.”

Elrod has 60 students enrolled in the combined programs.

“I’d love to have at least 100,” she said. “That would allow me to expand the competitive team and make a better showing at competitions. Right now, with the smaller classes,

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I’m able to give my students more one-on-one time.”

The benefits of competing at large-scale events include more than just physical fitness.

“They build a life-long confidence,” Elrod said.

“Moms bring their kids here to participate in something different, and they break out of their shells. They really, truly do. They carry that confidence and sense of being comfortable with their bodies into adulthood.”

If there is one wish Elrod could have granted, it would be for a boy to join in competitive cheer.

“Dads in this region are not very comfortable with their sons in cheer,” Elrod said. “They prefer their boys play football. But I’ve seen some guys who are in cheer. They are amazing.

And the older the boys get it, they want to be around girls. In cheer, they are surrounded by girls.”

Although she has boys in tumbling classes, none have committed to participating in cheer — yet.

“All I need is one — just one,” Elrod said. “Others will follow.”

For more information on POP Cheer Factory programs, people may call 417-489-6278 or visit POP Cheer Factory on Facebook.

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Teacher and heroin addict share a ‘crazy chemistry’

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EAR ABBY: I’m a 24-yearold teacher and graduate student. I have started dating a new man, “Winston,” who makes me feel incredible.

We have crazy chemistry like I’ve never had before, and our personalities work perfectly together.

Here’s the problem.

Winston is a recovering heroin addict with horrible credit and two felony charges related to having stolen money from his parents when he was desperate for drugs.

I know what you’re thinking — I’d be an idiot for dating someone like this, right? But Winston and I have had heartfelt talks and he revealed a troubled upbringing that helped me understand where his addiction came from. He’s in a rehab program to try to get his life together.

I’ve dated a lot of guys. All I’ve ever wanted is someone who will give me “butterflies” for the rest of my life, and Winston may be the guy.

He’s attentive, affectionate and loving. He treats me like a princess. I understand his past will cause financial strain.

Isn’t it more important to have a man who treats me right than one with a lot of earning potential?

Please give me some advice. — DREAM COME TRUE IN NEW JERSEY DEAR DREAM: You have been seeing Winston

Jeanne Phillips Dear Abby for HOW long? Has he completed his rehab and been able to maintain his sober lifestyle for a long enough time that the chances are it will continue?

Few things are as exciting as infatuation — every one of our senses is heightened. You say you feel “butterflies,” but what if you wind up with only a moth-eaten carpet? This is not to say that Winston isn’t a wonderful person — many former addicts can be. However, I think it’s premature for you to consider a future with him until you are sure about his stability.

DEAR ABBY: My widowed 86-year-old mom was living by herself. My unmarried sister, “Anne,” has become ill and has moved in with Mom. Anne wanted a dog. At first Mom was against it because they both have cats, but she finally gave in and Anne got a year-old beagle mix from the dog rescue.

I have been afraid of dogs since I was little.

My family knows this.

Usually, once I get to know a dog I’m OK, and I have had several of my

own. But this animal has abandonment and abuse issues. He’s very aggressive and barks, growls and lunges at anyone who comes into the house.

It makes me afraid, so I have quit visiting and hardly ever drop by.

Mom and Anne have very little control over the dog. I worry that in an emergency — whether for Mom or Anne —- the EMTs would not be able to get past the animal. What can I do? — SCARED IN IOWA DEAR SCARED: Explain to them that not all emergency medical technicians (EMTs) have been formally trained to handle unruly or vicious animals, and precious time might be lost. If your sister or mother wasn’t around to control the dog and the EMTs were unable to lure it to

another room, animal control would have to be summoned or a neighbor found who could assist, and the consequences could be serious. Then cross your fingers that nothing bad happens.

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

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16. Help Wanted

16. Help Wanted

George’s Inc. Cassville, MO is currently seeking qualified and dependable applicants for the following positions:

1a. Garage Sale

Egg Pickup - Chick Delivery Drivers

RT 66 Rhinestones & Bling from Winslow, AZ - Will be in the area from Tuesday the 7th through Tuesday 14th of July. I will have hats, purses, flip flops, jewelry, sunglasses, home decor, & Western Quilts from Montana West, Wrangler, Rock 47, Trinity Ranch, & Way Wast. These items maybe viewed on the above FB site or the Corner of Hwy 37 & FR 2112, 3 miles south of Purdy, MO questions call 928-587-2245.

Cash & Bank Cards Only.

Chick Delivery Drivers and Egg Pick up Driver require a Class A CDL plus a good driving record. Interested applicants should apply in person at George’s Inc. Human Resources located at the intersection of Highway 37 and Highway W beside the community of Butterfield.

9. Services Offered CURBOW APPLIANCE Repair.

All makes & models. Reliable, responsive, reasonable. Mon-Fri 8-5. 417-236-0700.

FOR ALL of your heating, air conditioning and sheet metal work, call Monett Sheet Metal, 235-7116.

VINYL SIDING Or replacement windows. Average home $2645 installed. Free estimate, no down payment. Call Fred Allen, 1-800-749-9452

16. Help Wanted ASSISTANT COOK needed at St. Mary’s School. Tuesday - Friday, 9:30 - 1:00, minimum wage. Contactbye-mailst_marys@live.com or 476-2827

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Apply in person. Or e-mail resumes to dan.halog@georgesinc.com for questions please call 417-442-3500 or visit our website at www.georgesinc.com George’s is an equal opportunity employer.

REGISTERED NURSES

REGISTERED NURSES

Are you looking for a change?

If so, we want you to join our team at Lacoba Home Inc. a Church-affiliated Skilled Facility.

• Weekly Pay • Comprehensive health Ins. • Paid Vacation/Holidays • Pay based on experience Get a fresh start working in a beautiful facility, where we believe in person-centered care!

Apply in person at:

Are you looking for a change?

If so, we want you to join our team at Lacoba Home Inc. a Church-affiliated Skilled Facility.

• Weekly Pay • Comprehensive health Ins. • Paid Vacation/Holidays • Pay based on experience Get a fresh start working in a beautiful facility, where we believe in person-centered care!

Apply in person at:

850 Highway 60 East Monett, MO 65708

850 Highway 60 East Monett, MO 65708

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16. Help Wanted

16. Help Wanted

George’s Farms, Inc. Poultry Processing Worker.

Cut, trim and pack poultry.

Various shifts, multiple openings, full time positions.

9066 State Highway W. Cassville, Missouri 65625.

Apply in person. * Applicants with 1 year of verifiable poultry processing experience will start at the 1 year payrate.

Now HiriNg! Flexible caregiving positions in your area! In Home Aides, Nurse Aides, LPN”s/RN’s, Occupational Therapist Join our team of home health professionals & make a difference in the lives of others.

Paid training, weekly pay + mileage, growth potential, sign on bonus & more! Day hours, PT/FT Apply online: www.oxfordhealthcare.net 417-782-0111 EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled Cox Health

16. Help Wanted CASSVILLE AREA Chamber of Commerce is seeking candidates forthepositionofChamberDirector. Applicants must have strong organization, public relation, technology and communication skills.

Degree and or experience preferred. Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume and references to: m i c h e l l e . b r e d e son@CommerceBank.com COX HEALTH Family Practice & OB of Monett is looking for an experienced Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse to join our award winning team! If this sounds like you, please apply at www.coxhealth.com.

DRIVERS, 65,000+, CDL-A, $2500 sign-on, Bonus Pay out in 4mo., 1 month exp., Same Day Pay! Free Health Ins., No CDL? We have Free Training! www.trailiner.com or 800-769-3993.

DRIVERS: $70,000 to 80,000 per yr., Exp drivers, Free health insurance, $2500 sign-on bonus (pays out in 4 mons.) Home weekly, same day pay. 2016 Freightliner Cascadia, APU, invertors. Automatic and Standard T r a n s m i s s i o n . www.trailiner.com or 800-769-3993.

FULL CHARGE Bookkeeper w/Manufacturing Experience.

AR, AP General Ledger, Job Costing, and Payroll experience needed.

Computer Experience with Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook needed. Call 417-235-7182 or fill out an application at 816 Callan Street in Monett.

OAK LEAF TRUCKING, LLC is looking to fill an open position for a full time Class A, CDL, driver.

Most runs are local and are Monday-Friday.Dryvansandflatbeds.

Benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, and health insurance. If interested please come to our office at 9193 State Highway 76 in Exeter to fill out an application. If available please bring acurrentcopyofyourMotorVehicle Driving Record (MVR), your driver’slicense,andcurrentmedical card.

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16. Help Wanted

30. Apartments for Rent

43. Produce

PARAPROFESSIONAL/ D R I V E R : Job Description: Someone to work one-on-one with a High School Student.

Applicant must be willing to obtain CDL license. Duties include, one-on-one assistance in special education classroom, as wellastransportingandsupervising that student at off-campus site for work study program. Pick up applications at Exeter R-VI Superintendent’s Office from 8a.m.-3p.m. Monday-Friday.

1BDRMApartment in Pierce City. $375 Rent $375 Deposit 417-489-5220

G’S ORCHARD Peaches Ready Now! Red Haven Peaches just starting. 3 miles East on Hwy 60, Right on Z Hwy to FR 1130 1/4 mile South. Wed-Sat 10-5, 669-4583 Follow us on Facebook.

21. Autos, Trucks for Sale 97 HONDA Shadow 600 VLX, New Tires, Good Conditions, Red & White. $2000.00 Text 417-342-8723

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 “anypreference,limitation,ordiscrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference,limitationordiscrimination.

We will not knowingly accept any advertisingforrealestatewhichis in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis .

29a. Duplexes For Rent 2 BR, 1 Ba. 4-plexe units in Monett.AllelectricCentralH/A,appliances furnished, W/D hookups.

Starting at $425 per month, $250 deposit. 354-0744 or 236-0140.

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APARTMENT FOR Rent: 1100 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, laundry room and living room with skylight, upstairs apartment.

All appliances included, gas andgarbagepaid.Highlights:lots of storage, gas heat, dishwasher, washer and dryer, secure building withonly2apartments.Rent$475 month, plus deposit, pets allowed (with pet fee). Pierce City location, call: 417-476-2375 7:30-9:30am or after 5:30 or leave message.

FIFTH & Broadway (upstairs), large 1 BR, LR, bath/shwr. New blinds throughout. Full kitchen with gas stove, pantry, cabinets.

Large window A/C, Gas heat.

Rent $325/mo. plus 1 month deposit. No Pets. Available Now. (913)469-9168 for appointment.

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.

THREE SIZES To choose from, electricity available, concrete floors with partitions to ceiling.

Marshall Storage S Hwy 37, 235-6097.

WHY PAY More, Rent from Us & Store. S & G Storage.

417-235-1914 or 417-235-9289.

UNDER NEW Management, 2 Br 2 Ba apartments in Monett. $475 a month, $400 deposit. 2365951.

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