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BACK IN THE GOOD OLD DAYS EIGHTY YEARS AGO SEPT. 21-27, 1934 • The football game with Joplin, scheduled for Oct. 5, will be played at Monett on a lighted field. This is big news to football fans here. It means one of the biggest seasons of football ever seen in Monett. The Junior Chamber of Commerce voted to install eight 60-foot poles on the football field. • F.W. Wightman reports a flock of huge size, probably numbering thousands of blackbirds, swept down into his alfalfa field on Sept. 23 to feed. Before the blackbirds arrived, the grasshoppers were there in great numbers. When the birds got through feeding and passed on, it was impossible to scare up a single grasshopper in that field. SEVENTY YEARS AGO SEPT. 21-27, 1944 • Word has been received that Lt. Ralph Hallenback of Monett is safe and unhurt in a German prison camp. On May 29, Hallenback’s B-24 plane was shot down over Austria by flak from the ground. A card received by Hallenback’s wife, mother and father said, “I am not shot up or wounded at all and am being treated O.K. I guess that I’ll just sit this one out and hope that it isn’t too long.” • Before a crowd of over 3,000 cheering Republicans from over southwest Missouri, Governor Thomas Dewey on Sept. 26 continued his aggressive campaign for the White House,

speaking from the rear platform of his train on Frisco track number five in Monett. SIXTY YEARS AGO SEPT. 21-27, 1954 • With excavation of the basement just completed, members of the First Free Will Baptist Church of Monett on Sept. 21 announced plans to move into their new church now under construction by Dec. 1. Rev. James T. Davis said the building will be 48 feet wide and 80 feet long, with a Sunday school capacity of 300 and an auditorium seating 300. • One of the actors in the new John Wayne film, “The High and the Mighty” is John Qualen, a Hollywood character actor, who is the brother of Martin Qualen of Monett. The film will run for four days at the Gillioz Theatre. FIFTY YEARS AGO SEPT. 21-27, 1964 • An 80,000-squarefoot modern warehouse building will be erected by the United States Shoe Corporation on 14th Street in Monett, across the road east of the Vaisey-Bristol Shoe Company factory building on 13th Street. The huge one-story building, complete with a modern conveyor system, will contain twice the space in the current factory building. • Plans have been announced for a $75,000 remodeling project at the Monett First Methodist Church, including a complete renovation of the sanctuary with paneling in walnut and con-

trasting white and gold. A new ceiling and chandeliers will be installed along with new glass windows on the inside to protect the stained glass windows and to seal in the auditorium. FORTY YEARS AGO SEPT. 21-27, 1974 • Betsy Garrett, daughter of Mrs. Elizabeth Garrett of Monett, has been selected as second runner-up to the 1974 homecoming queen at the University of Missouri at Columbia, preceding the formal coronation ceremony. Miss Garrett was valedictorian of the Monett High School Class of 1971. • Monett has been accepted by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s National Flood Insurance Program, making individual property owners now eligible to buy flood insurance protection at affordable federally subsidized rates. THIRTY YEARS AGO SEPT. 21-27, 1984 • An option agreement giving the City of Monett the exclusive right for the purchase of 42.56 acres of land for the future development of the former Friend Airpark as a modern airport facility was signed on Sept 24 by Mrs. O.E. Parscale of Monett. The city will acquire the land at $1,200 per acre. * A fire of undetermined origin involving arcing electricity and small explosions destroyed the Barry County Feed Mill in Wheaton, a loss valued

Halloween appeared to have made an early entry, but it was only the Peppy Dozen and the Recondite clubs of Monett High School in the midst of their annual initiation of new members on Sept. 24, 1954 which was highlighted by a snake dance in odd costumes at Fourth and Broadway. The snake dance was followed by supper at Hatcher’s banquet room. In the photo, front row from left, are: Marie Planchon, Emma Lou Winton, Billie Atwell, Virginia Barnett and Nancy Frohlich. Back row: Jane Mooney, Martha Lou Means, Patsy Cox, Sharon Grieb and Shirlene Garoutte. File photo/The Monett

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at $1 million. The Monett Rural Fire Department remained on standby. TWENTY YEARS AGO SEPT. 21-27, 1994 • Monett’s third annual Okterberfest was held on Sept. 24. Live music was provided by the Ozark Festival Orchestra’s brass ensemble and the Monett High School Jazz Band. The event went forward despite the arrival of rain and cold. • The Monett R-1 Board of Education began discussions on changing the name of the Monett Area VocationalTechnical School to include the words “tech-

nology” and “career center,” as well as a regional identification such as “southwest” instead of “area.” TEN YEARS AGO SEPT. 21-27, 2004 • Fluoride is being added to Monett’s water system for the first time, reported Monett Assistant Utilities Superintendent George Rausch. Computers are in place to start the fluoride pump. Rausch

advised people taking a fluoride supplement to consult with their physicians. • Marking another milestone, Cox Monett Hospital’s special delivery unit logged the 1,000th visit by the stork to Monett since the obstetrics unit reopened in July 2001. Solana Jane Maynard, whose mother lives in Carthage, was the lucky arrival to claim the distinction.

ON THE COVER: Seth White, a second-grade student at Central Elementary in Pierce City, reviews his spelling list by playing Hang Mouse on an iPad in Julie Garner’s classroom. The program not only helps in reviewing spelling words, but builds vocabulary as well. Melonie

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echnology continues to grow by leaps and bounds, and local school districts are embracing innovative ideas to encourage student learning. But, the learning isn’t all for the students. Educators are also having to learn about new technology in order to incorporate it into their lesson plans. “We have a Teachers Teaching Teachers program,” said Russ Moreland, superintendent of the Pierce City School District. “One instructor learns something and will bring it back to others. Tech support, if there are questions, is right down the hall and not with some stranger. “If teachers can walk just down the hallway to get an answer, chances are they’re going to use the technology. It’s a less threatening environment for them. It has worked very well for us.” While students have no problem getting their hands on an iPad, veteran teachers, who may have never incorporated any kind of technological devices over the course of their careers, are now holding the small tablets and wondering what to do next. “It’s hard for us, as adults, to admit we don’t know everything,” Moreland said. “And, that’s OK.” “Sometimes, we will have a student that can show us a shortcut,” Marion said. “Many kids would rather create on an iPad than an entire worksheet. It’s more efficient in time, money and feedback.” In this instantaneous world, computer programs are now designed to give immediate feedback on lessons and testing, rather than a teacher taking home an armload of papers to grade. “I also teach at Drury [University],” Moreland said. “I’ve actually gotten where I don’t want paper copies. If CONTINUED ON PAGE 6

Destinee Thao, left, and Shelby Brittenham work together on a tablet to solve a spelling list challenge in Kim Iman’s second-grade classroom at Pierce City’s Central Elementary School. Tablets are loaded with various educational applications to assist students with spelling, math and reading. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com

Second-grade teacher Julie Garner helps Kaden Pham with a program on his iPad at Central Elementary School in Pierce City. Students use the technology in core areas of spelling, reading and math. Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times. com

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SPRINGFIELD: At the Gillioz Theatre, 325 Park Central East, teen pianist Ethan Bortnick and Damian McGinty perform at 7 p.m. on Saturday. The rock band Clutch performs at 8 p.m. on Sept. 22. Acoustic guitarist Andy McKee performs at 8 p.m. on Sept. 23. At George’s Majestic Lounge, 519 W. Dickson, performing this week are Earl and Them plus Cherub on Friday; Boom Kinetic on Saturday; Bear Hands on Sept. 22; Colony House, Knox Hamilton and Baby Bee on Sept. 23; Mountain Sprout on Sept. 24; Gary Hutchinson, Foley’s Van plus Samantha Fish on Sept. 25. Boston Mountain Brassworks performs at 6 p.m. on Thursday in Ozark Hall at the University of Arkansas Performing Arts Center. CARTHAGE: At the Woodshed Emporium in Cherry’s Art Gallery, 311 S. Main, the Dalton Gang performs bluegrass at 7:30 p.m. Friday. JOPLIN: At the Downstream Casino, west of Joplin, Mr. Lucky performs blues and rock on Friday. The Dropouts play classic rock on Saturday. TULSA, Okla.: The rock band Foghat performs at 7 p.m. on Friday at the River Spirit Event Center, 8330 Riverside Parkway. At the BOK Center, 200 S. Denver, country music stars Brantley Gilbert, Aaron Lewis, Chase Bryant and Brian Davis perform at 7 p.m. on Saturday. Demi Lovato performs with MKTO and Christina Perri at 7 p.m. on Sunday. One Direction performs at 7 p.m. on Sept. 23. The Lysander Piano Trio plays works by Shostakovich, Richard Danielpour and Tchaikovsky at 3 p.m. on Sunday in the Tulsa Performing Arts Center’s John H. Williams Theatre. Rob Zombie performs with DJ Ginger Fish at 8 p.m. on Sept. 23 at the Brady Theater, 105 W. Brady St. At Cain’s Ballroom, 423 N. Main, performing this week are Conor Oberst and Jonathan Wilson on Thursday; Rog Mahal, the Outsiders and Subkulture Crew on Friday; Porter Robinson, Giraffage and Lamaitre on Sept. 22; Spoon and EMA on Sept. 23; Machine Gun Kelly on Sept. 24; and Kacey Musgraves plus John and Jacob on Sept. 25. BARTLESVILLE, Okla.: The U.S. Navy Band plays at 7 p.m. on Sept. 24 at the

Community Center, 300 S.E. Adams Blvd. PITTSBURG, Kan.: The Southeast Kansas Symphony performs at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 25 in Memorial Auditorium, 503 N. Pine. Works include Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3, excerpts from Stravinsky’s “The Firebird,” and pieces by Glinka, Mozart and Handel. KANSAS CITY: The Kansas City Symphony offers a concert of pop music from the 1950s and 1960s as “Music of the Mad Men Era” at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at the Kauffman Center, 1601 Broadway. The orchestra plays a Lemony Snicket mystery, “The Composer is Dead” concert at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. A free concert of modern music by Steve Reich, Ligeti and Frank Zappa is presented at 6 p.m. on Sept. 24. The touring country music show Y’Allapalooza with Jake Owen, the Eli Young Band, the Swon Brothers and the Cadillac Three is presented at 5 p.m. on Friday at the Starlight Theater in Swope Park. Funk Syndicate plays on Friday and Saturday at the Hollywood Casino at the Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan. The Kansas City Conservatory of Music Orchestra plays Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2, Kodály’s “Dances of Gallanta” and an overture by Mendelssohn at 7:30 p.m. on Friday at the Olson Performing Arts Center, 4949 Cherry. At the Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St., pianist, singer and composer Ethan Bortnick and Damian McGinty perform at 6 p.m. on Thursday. The Sam Baker Band and Mary Gauthier perform at 8 p.m. on Saturday. Jordan Knight and Nick Carter perform at 7 p.m. on Sept. 23. Demi Lovato, Christina Perri and MKTO perform at 7 p.m. on Sept. 23 at the Sprint Center, 1407 Grand Blvd. Twenty-One Pilots plays at 8 p.m. on Sunday at the Uptown Theater, 3700 Broadway. At the Midland Theater, 1228 Main St., Clutch performs on Thursday. August Alsina performs on Sunday. The Head and the Heart plays with Glass Animals and the Belle Brigade at 8 p.m. on Sept. 24.

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SPRINGFIELD: Springfield Little Theater presents a stage version of Disney’s “Mary Poppins” at the Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and

Friday,2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 25 with weekend performances running through Oct. 5. Springfield Contemporary Theater presents “Moonlight and Magnolias,” a stage version behind-the-scenes of the making of the film “Gone with the Wind,” at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday and more shows next weekends at 431 S. Jefferson. OZARK: A stage version of Corrie Ten Boom’s book “The Hiding Place” is presented Thursday through Saturday at the Stained Glass Theatre, 1996 W. Evangel, with final shows next weekend. FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.: Final performances of Richard Bean’s play “One Man, Two Guvnors” are presented at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday, 2 and 7 p.m. Sunday at the Studio Theater in the Walton Fine Arts Center, 495 W. Dickson. “Bear State of Mind,” a story for children of a lost bear cub working its way across the state, is presented at 6:30 p.m. Friday, 2 and 4:30 p.m. on Saturday in the Starr Theater. ROGERS, Ark.: Rogers Little Theater, 116 S. Second St., presents “Fiddler on the Roof” at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday with more shows at 8 p.m. on Sept. 18 through next weekend. JOPLIN: Joplin Little Theater celebrates its 75th anniversary with a revue including songs and dance numbers for 16 of the 93 musicals presented over the years. Performances will be offered Sept. 24 through next weekend at 3009 W. First St. Performances may sell out. MIAMI, Okla.: Miami Little Theater presents “The Wizard of Oz” at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 25 through next weekend at the Coleman Theater, 103 N. Main. TULSA, Okla.: At the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, 110 S. Second St., the Martha Graham Dance Company performs at 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday in the Chapman Music Hall. “Boom,” the one-man multi-media show documenting what shaped the Baby Boom generation, is presented at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday in the John H. Williams Theatre. Hal Holbrook appears in “Mark Twain Tonight!” at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 25 in the Chapman Music Hall. KANSAS CITY: Sue Greenberg’s play “Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott” opens Sept. 23 and runs through Oct. 19 at the Coterie Theater in Crown Center, Grand and Pershing Road, with morning performances on weekdays. Kansas City Repertory Theater’s production of Thornton Wilder’s play “Our Town” runs through Sept. 28 at the Spencer Theater on the University of Missouri

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SPRINGFIELD: the Ozark Piecemakers Quilt Show opens Thursday and runs through Saturday at the Springfield Expo Center, 635 E. St. Louis. Springfield History Museum holds its second annual celebration at 6 p.m. on Thursday at the Fox Theater, 155 Park Central. The 15th annual ANPAC Car Show runs 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at the American National Corporate Centre, 1949 E. Sunshine. Comedian Kevin Nealon performs at 8 p.m. on Sunday at the Gillioz Theatre. JOPLIN: The Spiva Center for the Arts, Third and Wall, opens an exhibit of 323 “Saturday Evening Post” covers by Norman Rockwell on Friday, running through Nov. 8. TULSA, Okla.: The 10th annual Indian Nations Artifact and Fossil Show runs 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday at the Mabee Center, 7777 S. Lewis Ave.

The Tulsa State Fair opens Sept. 25 and runs through Oct. 5 at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. KANSAS CITY: A Festival of Praise featuring Fred Hammond and Donnie McClurkin is offered at 8 p.m. on Friday at the Music Hall, 13th and Central. A Youth Rodeo runs Sept. 23-26 at Hale Arena in the Convention Center, 13th and Broadway. Comedian Paula Poundstone performs at 8 p.m. on Friday at the Midland Theater. Comedian Nick Swardson performs at 8 p.m. on Sept. 23. ST. LOUIS: “The Moth,” a two-day storytelling celebration, will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Friday with more on Saturday at the Sheldon Concert Hall, 3648 Washington Blvd.

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campus, 4949 Cherry. Unicorn Theater, 3828 Main, opens its fall season with the musical “Hands on a Hardbody,” running through Sept. 28, with weekday shows at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday games at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. COLUMBIA: The Maplewood Barn Community Theatre, 2900 E. Nifong Blvd., presents the murder mystery “Something’s Afoot” at 8 p.m. through Sunday. Columbia Entertainment Company presents “Avenue Q” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday and again next weekend at 1800 Nelwood.

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SHELL KNOB: The Shakin’ in the Shell Festival and Car Show runs Saturday at the Chamber Park (Old Ballfield Park), beginning at 9:45 a.m. Live music includes Crazy Mule playing bluegrass at 4 p.m. and J Rock and the Third Street Band at 6 p.m. MARIONVILLE: Apple Fest runs Friday and Saturday in downtown Marionville. The event offers craft vendors, a car show, activities for children, and two nights of live music. SPRINGFIELD: The HOTO Sertoma Club hosts its first Oktoberfest at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, opening at 5 p.m. on Friday and noon on Saturday.

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The 17th annual Cider Days on historic Walnut Street, east of downtown Springfield, offers one of the best street fairs in the area. A juried show by more than 75 artisans, live music and activities for kids provide a well-attended festival, running 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. If it escapes the weather, this is a terrific opportunity to see creative work and hear musicians and dancers close-up.

The Springfield Symphony performs Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 2 with soloist Chee-Yun, the ballet from Dukas’ “La Peri,” the intermezzo from “I Pagliacci” and Respighi’s “The Pines of Rome” at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts. Every seat in the Hammons Hall provides a good view. The Prokofiev is a melodic work from the Russian master, and the “Pines” is a great showpiece of orchestral color.

For riveting theater, few opportunities will top the Missouri State University production of Stephen Karam and P.J. Paparelli’s play “Columbinus,” a staged exploration of the Columbine school massacre and its ramifications. The play opens at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 22 through 25 with more shows next weekend at the Craig Hall Balcony Theatre at Missouri State University.

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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assignments or papers are submitted online, I can edit, highlight and grade them anywhere.” The district recently purchased Chromebooks for all its junior and senior students through the one-to-one initiative. “We are implementing Google classroom, and we love it,” Moreland said. “The best thing about it is it’s free. At Pierce City, we need free.” While the world wide web continues to shrink horizons, students are expanding theirs, and receiving instant feedback on assignments they’ve completed correctly and getting teacher feedback on areas of concern. “I think textbooks and backpacks will be a thing of the past,” Moreland said. “I think the time is coming where students can download their textbooks or they simply aren’t needed. I envision future education will be through an e-book of some kind.” iPads and Chromebooks also allow students freedom to be creative, a trait future employers are seeking in a work force. “Kids like to create,” Moreland said. “Employers are looking for those who can collaborate and problem solve.” Smart phones, iPads and Chromebooks also allow for instant communication among peers. “Studies have shown kids are not addicted to their phones,” Moreland said. “They are seeking

students each year. “As we transition to paperless testing, students have to be comfortable with the keyboard on order to take the tests,” Moreland said. “Test results, coming back to the district, are received much more quickly now.” While the district isn’t in the position to offer each student his or her own iPad or Chromebook, they are moving that direction.

Quortin Parks, left, and James Johnson work together on Spelling City, a computer-based educational program for children. iPads are shared among elementary students at Pierce City’s Central Elementary School at a rate of one device for two students. “We use iPads in all kinds of situations,” said Kristi Marion, Central Elementary principal. “These students have grown up with this technology. Sometimes they are able to show us shortcuts.” Melonie Roberts/reporter@monett-times.com that instant gratification in communication, research and information. This is the world they’ve grown up in. it’s just another way to communicate.” While students are embracing the change, some veteran teachers have a learning curve of their own. “Change is difficult,” Moreland said. “It’s an evolution. We continually explore ways to become paperless, as much as possible. We will never be completely paperless, but it will reduce our costs significantly.” “It’s a gradual shift in thinking,” Marion said. “We’ve been working toward it for the past couple of years. It feels normal to us now.” Just as important as

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Daughter appalled by callous treatment of her dad’s ashes D EAR ABBY: My dad died in April after a brief illness. Before he passed, my stepmother encouraged him to donate his body to science because she is to be buried with her first husband, and she didn’t want the expense of burying Dad. I went to pick up my father’s ashes as she requested. When I got there, she invited me into her bedroom to see that she had made a shrine to her first husband, who had died three years before she and Dad were married. The one photo she had of Dad was 2 inches by 3 inches, and was the one from his memorial invitation. With a broken heart I made my way to the door. Abby, she was married to my dad for 30 years. He supported her, took care of her, and worked to the age of 75 to keep her happy—and that was a task! As I reached the front door, I remembered what I was there for in the first place—my dad’s ashes. They were still in the UPS wrap, in a bench that he kept his shoes and boots in by the door. Seriously, who does that?—GRIEVING DAUGHTER IN NEW YORK DEAR GRIEVING DAUGHTER: Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. Unless he spent

JEANNE PHILLIPS DEAR ABBY the entire 30 years of his marriage sharing his bedroom with the shrine to your stepmother’s first husband, inviting you in to see it was beyond insensitive on her part. The only bright side I can see to this is that you’re now in possession of your beloved father’s ashes, and you will probably never have to see her again. DEAR ABBY: I am the father of an 8-yearold daughter, “Lindsey.” She is my world. Her mom and I split when Lindsey was 2. She has remarried. We are all civil, and things are good. Lindsey is getting to the age in which sleepovers at friends’ houses are happening, which is fine because I know a few of them and their parents. I’m worried about the fathers or older brothers of the ones I don’t know. How do you ask or tell an 8-year-old about the dangers of pedophiles without scaring her? This is my biggest fear.—DAD IN LOUISIANA

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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.

16. Help Wanted CLERICAL POSITION: Self-motivated person who can work with little supervision is desired. Receivables, payables, dispatching technicians. Quick Books, and phone call taking. Five years experience is preferred. Apply at Aire Serv, 10160 FR 2160. 1/2 mile west of the Crowder Campus. 847-4372.

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TAMKO® Building Products, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest independent manufacturers of residential and commercial roofing products, decking and railing products, waterproofing, cements and coatings. With 70 years of experience in the industry, TAMKO’s success is the direct result of teamwork and enduring relationships with customers, suppliers and employees. Privately owned, TAMKO is committed to producing quality products with superior product support. For more information, visit our website at www.tamko.com. TAMKO is seeking an Industrial Controls Technician at its High Street manufacturing facility in Joplin, MO. The Industrial Controls Technician is responsible for: designing, developing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment which is used to monitor and control industrial systems, machinery and processes. This position provides systems monitoring, programming, machine setup, debugging and troubleshooting feedback of equipment and operational problems for the maintenance and production groups to improve performance and reliability related issues. Requirements for the position include a Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in a related field, plus 1-2 years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. In addition to an attractive wage, the position offers a competitive benefits package including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401 (k) Retirement Plan with a company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other Benefits. Interested candidates should submit a resume and apply online at TAMKO’s Career Website located at www.tamko.com/careers. TAMKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kindness doesn’t cost a thing.

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HELP WANTED: Immediate fulltime position open for warehouse employee. Competitive hourly wage, 5-day work week, Paid holidays, Paid vacation, Paid uniforms and health insurance. Please apply in person at Ball & Prier Tire, Inc., Hwy 86 & J, Golden, MO Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am to 6pm. Phone 417-271-3299. HELP WANTED: Local Cleaning company has opening M-F evenings in Monett, days in Cassville. Call 417-818-6640

Are you an outgoing, energetic, and highly motivated person who is seeking a career where you can use your creativity and build strong business partnerships? Employment Solutions is currently accepting applications for a Recruitment Specialist to assist job seekers who have a disability with obtaining employment. Must be able to assess personnel needs in a variety of businesses and complete formal and informal presentations. Must be an insured driver with ability to obtain the Class E License and 18 years +. Minimum of one year experience in marketing or recruitment preferred. Apply Online/In Person: The Arc of the Ozarks 1010 Old Airport Rd

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www.thearcoftheozarks.org LAWRENCE COUNTY Manor is now hiring for RN day shift 6am to 6pm and some nights 6pm to 6am.Greatbenefits,holidays,sick days, vacation. Sign on bonus. Apply in person. 915 Carl Allen Mt. Vernon, MO 65712. On-line at lcmanor.com. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. LAWRENCE COUNTY Manor is nowhiringforLPNnightshift6pm to 6am. Great benefits, holidays, sick days, vacation. Sign on bonus. Apply in person. 915 Carl Allen Mt. Vernon, MO 65712. Online at lcmanor.com This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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PALLET LUMBER and HARDWOOD LUMBER in Exeter are now accepting applications for machine operators and general laborers. Must be willing to work overtime when needed. Please apply in person M-F from 7am to 3:30pm in our office at 9193 State Highway 76, Exeter, MO. Benefits include health insurance, paid holidays and paid vacation. Please no phone calls!

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PALLET LUMBER, LLC in Exeter, MO has an opening for a skilled Forklift Driver with Lead Person Responsibilities. The candidate that we are seeking will need the following qualities/abilities: strong math skills, some mechanical skills, able to communicate well with others, self motivated, lead by example, team player, willing to work overtime, positive attitude, bilingual English/Spanish a plus but not required. Benefits include health insurance, paid holidays and paid vacation. If this sounds like you, please apply in person at our office, 9193 State Hwy 76, Exeter, MO 65747. M-F 7am to 3:30pm PART TIME OTR Program. Leave Springfield deliver load, come back. No-touch, New equipment. Work as much as you want. Justin 417-864-7900 PIZZA HUT Hiring: Full and part time servers and drivers. Servers and drivers earn up to $10 per hour. Take home money every day. Flexible hours available. Day and evening shifts available. Apply in person at the Monett Pizza Hut. POLICE OFFICER: City of Verona is accepting applications for a full-time or parttime police officer. Requirements: P.O.S.T. certified, H.S. diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, no criminal convictions. Expect thorough background check. Pay based on experience. Applications will be accepted until position is filled and are available at Verona City Hall, 144 N 3rd St, Verona, MO 65769. THE CITY of Pierce City is taking applications for a full time Police Officer. Applications can be picked up at City Hall. Applicant must be Missouri Post Certified. Applications will be taken until position is filled. EOE.

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25. Real Estate For Sale

29. Houses for Rent

30. Apartments for Rent

55. Storage

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.

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.

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

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

IN COUNTRY - Wentworth, Dry Valley area. 2 Br, 1 1/2 Ba. detached garage or storage, Outside pets OK. Ref. required. $400 mo, $250 dep. No pets inside. 476-2536 or 737-2052.

31. Rooms for Rent

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

WHY PAY More, Rent from Us & Store. S & G Storage. 417-235-1914 or 417-235-9289.

J & T ECONO Rooms to Rent. Weekly low rates - No pets. Cable TV, refrigerator, microwave. 417-489-6000

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

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32. For Rent

26. Mobile Homes Sales GOT BAD Credit? Been Turned Down for a home? Don’t judge your credit anymore. Come see Clayton Homes of Springfield to get a Second Chance at owning a home. 417-865-4181.

26a. Mobile Homes for Rent 2 BEDROOM 1 bath, washer/dryer hookups, furnished kitchen. Close to downtown. No pets. 6 months lease. $350 per month. $150 deposit. 417-235-6097. IN THE Country,2 Br-2 Ba, all elec., stove, frig, W/D hookup. Lawn , water & trash pd. No pets. $425 mo, $200 sec. 825-8681. 26b. Resort Property for Sale BOAT SLIP for Sale: Elmo’s Subdivision, Eagle Rock, MO. Permit #7681, size 8x20. Lift included. $12,500 OBO. Owner: 417-540-7213.

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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.

AVAILABLE 10/1 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.

30. Apartments for Rent 1 BEDROOM Apt. Water & sewer pd. Private parking. 235-8497. 2-3 BEDROOM apartment. $425 per month, $300 deposit. CH/A. 235-7116 7am-4pm, 476-5150 5pm-8pm. 2 BDRM in Pierce City. Ref., stove, DW included. W/D hookups, carport, lg deck overlooking town. $500 rent. 417-489-5220, No pets. MONETT, LARGE open floor plan, 1250 sf, 2 bdrm 1 bath, W/D hookup,off-streetparking.$515a month $400 dep 417-737-0489. STUDIO APARTMENT for rent. CH/A. $285 per month, $250 deposit. 235-7116 7am-4pm, 476-5150 5pm-8pm. READ ME!

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GRASS/CLOVER MIX Approximately 100 4x5 Round Bales for sale. mixed. $25/bale. Leave a message at 417-236-2952 or 417-236-8292.

43. Produce TOMATOES AND Onions. Also canning and U-Pick tomatoes. Tomato Farm, 10 miles west of Monett on Hwy 60. 476-5454

46. For Lease FOR SALE or Lease: 15,000 sq ft commercial building. 1306/1308 E. Cleveland, Monett. Avail. Oct 1st. 669-3535 days.

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VENDORS WANTED for Eagle Rock Daze Oct. 25 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ForGive information, call Susan: the gift of 417-271-3386. news.

AUCTION EVERY Friday at 6:30 pm 101 Spring Park Blvd, Mt Vernon, MO. Phone 417-461-4735 or 417-366-3373. Taking consignments by appointment.

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