Category: News
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Now the truth about the Ozark Mayor is known!
OZARK, MO — Now the truth about the Ozark Mayor is known. Ironically, the truth arose because I wrote a presumptive, less than accurate article about him. Click here for that one. In that article, I suggest Ozark Mayor Don Currence, who is on staff at First Baptist Ozark, is tempted to play favorites on… Read more
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School bus incident now like a scene from Dirty Harry
SPRINGFIELD, MO — Like a terrifying scene from the 1971 movie “Dirty Harry” (pictured above) this week, a sex offender who failed to register forced his way onto a school bus of Pershing Elementary and Middle School students. Kids escaped out the back door for their safety as neighbors watched. The offender, William Moore, 25,… Read more
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Integrity of the Ozark Mayor is now being tested!
OZARK, MO — The integrity of the Ozark Mayor is now being tested. Will Mayor Don Currence let politics get in the way, or will he be true to voters? We’ll soon find out! You see, a resignation on the Ozark Board of Aldermen left an opening in Ward 3. (Each Ward has 2 aldermen).… Read more
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Election Day was now yesterday?
CHRISTIAN COUNTY, MO — Yesterday, Tuesday, was April 2. It was cool, cloudy, and a bit rainy at times. Not a friendly day. Oh, and it was election day. Oops. Most voters didn’t vote on election day. They forgot, or didn’t remember, which is somewhat similar. Ozark School Bored (I mean, Board!) Those who voted,… Read more
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Ozark School Board member explains her position as the “odd man out”
OZARK, MO — Christina Tonsing, one of the seven Ozark School Board members got a scolding by the other six. They pulled her aside after a meeting and said she wasn’t, well, playing nicely in their playground. For a back story, click here. Her response, sent to each board member recently: Dear fellow board members,I… Read more
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My pending court case (now for the record)
THE ACCUSED By Johnny Rooster Former Sparta Mayor Jenni Davis filled out a complaint against me in May. Click here for a previous article. The City Prosecutor, J. Randal Howell, II, filed four counts of harassment against me in a case heard by Judge Doug Bacon in September, after being moved from its original July… Read more
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Peek Behind the Curtain: Ozark School’s New Superintendent
OZARK, MO — The Ozark School District has a “new” superintendent. Erm, she’s actually been right there for quite a while. Click here to read the other media stuff they all want you to read. Check this song out for further reference. “The Who” sang “here comes the new boss…just like the old boss.” The… Read more
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Senior Tax Freeze Now Approved!
From left, Eastern District Commissioner Bradley Jackson, Presiding Commissioner Lynn Morris, Western District Commissioner Hosea Bilyeu. CCT Photo by Johnny Rooster OZARK, MO— The Christian County Commission voted 2-1 in favor of a real estate tax freeze for seniors Tuesday, Dec. 12 during their regular meeting on the second floor of the county courthouse. Western… Read more
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Big Show (down at the) Big Church!
The Big Show James River Christmas video footage by Johnny Rooster/CCT Dec. 2, 2023 By Johnny Rooster, Christian County Trumpet OZARK, MO — The Big Show. The Big Church. Hard to miss. Every Christmas season, the big JESUS sign in front of the big church on U.S. 65 and CC. Yes, it’s all about Jesus.… Read more
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Santa vs. The Turkey
The neighborhood was quiet. Middle of the day. Everyone at work. ‘Cept for the dogs. They waited to bark at delivery people from behind closed doors. Only the hum of the inflatables. You know the inflatables. Anyone who’s ever been to Target, Walmart, Costco, or Sam’s Club sees them looming in Christmas (or Halloween) display… Read more
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A Tale of Two Santas
In the quiet little town, a celebration was in the works. On a warm, sunny November day, the little town kicked off its first Christmas market in its recently acquired event center. The old building and the little town were full of hope for a new Christmas season. The mayor got in on it, bringing… Read more
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Why senior tax freeze is even necessary now
CHRISTIAN COUNTY, MO — Senate Bill 190 was passed on to Missouri counties to implement as they see fit. It’s intended to give senior citizens a tax freeze on the home they live in. Here’s why the senior tax freeze is even necessary now. Click here for more. First of all, a tax freeze doesn’t… Read more
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Issue that is now dividing Christian County!
LEFT TO RIGHT, Eastern Commissioner Bradley Jackson, Western Commissioner Hosea Bilyeu, Presiding Commissioner Lynn Morris, and County Assessor Danny Gray discuss Senate Bill 190 which would allow a tax break for senior citizens. (CCT Photo/Johnny Rooster) OZARK, MO — “We have an issue, that no matter how we vote, that is gonna divide this county… Read more
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Now making memories “one smile at a time”
“Some folks simply do their job Others like to shine Like the ones who bring us joy One smile at a time.” — ©2023 Johnny Rooster As a photographer, I’ve always admired those who have that interest. As an entrepreneur, I’ve always admired those who can combine creativity with a business idea. And as a… Read more
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Senior Tax Freeze Heats Up County Now!
OZARK, MO — Senate Bill 190 is supposed to help senior citizens (aka people over a certain age) freeze real estate taxes on current home and land values. It’s a bill that says, “Hey, older homeowner, I see you ain’t gonna be workin’ no more. How ’bout them annual real estate taxes yer payin’ stay… Read more
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Sparta Persimmon Days expects record numbers this year!
Joey and Ragan Sartin with their son enjoy food and music at the event Friday afternoon. CT Photo Johnny Rooster Sparta, MO — A record number, 149 vendors, are participating in the 36th annual Persimmon Days Festival at Roller Park in Sparta this weekend, from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Oct. 20-21.… Read more
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Journalist now harassed by City of Sparta!
SPARTA, MO — A Christian County journalist now harassed by the City of Sparta is speaking out. Former Mayor Jenni Davis filed a complaint May 22 with Sparta Police, claiming that John Cockroft, (aka “Johnny Rooster”) the publisher of the Christian County Trumpet, harassed her 4 times. Judge Doug Bacon set a trial date for… Read more
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Budget now released by Christian County Library to CCT
RENEE BRUMETT, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CC Library NIXA, MO — The Christian County Trumpet recently requested and received the itemized budget from the Christian County Library from the last two fiscal years. Additionally, the request for the number of full time and part time employees in the county were also provided. A special thank you to… Read more
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Crowded Library Board meeting alive with controversy now
NIXA, MO — Standing room only. Running out of all available seats. That’s become the new norm at Christian County Library Board of Trustees monthly meetings since a nine-month controversy over sexually explicit books sparked the July election of two conservatives to the 5-person board. For a background on the controversy, click here and here.… Read more
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Morris: Citizens should now decide how county libraries are run
By Johnny Rooster, opinion column NOTE: The views and opinions expressed in this editorial are necessarily those of the publisher. OZARK, MO — Libraries should be run how the people in the community want it run, not how some library director wants. So says Christian County Presiding Commissioner Lynn Morris. Sounds reasonable. But that ain’t… Read more