Tag: sparta
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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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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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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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New sidewalks, storm siren, picnic tables in Sparta
SPARTA, MO — New sidewalks along Vanilla Bean and 125 and the middle school are coming soon, according to Mayor Misty Holt. Also, the new storm siren is installed in Sparta. In the event of an actual tornado warning, Christian County Emergency Managment or the National Weather Service can activate it, Mayor Misty Holt told… Read more
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Sparta grocery, convenience store, pharmacy now affected by a storm!
SPARTA, MO — Power outages, debris, damage and loss followed an overnight storm early July 31 that left thousands of Christian Countians and nearby Greene Countians without power. In Sparta, the grocery, convenience store and pharmacy were affected. For pictures of storm damage in Ozark, check here. For area storm news, check here. Manager Chris… Read more
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WW2 film shot in Sparta, Missouri now released Aug. 4
Story by Greta Cross, Springfield News-Leader SPARTA, MO — A World War II feature flm shot entirely in Sparta, MO last year will be released Aug. 4 on Amazon Prime and other outlets. Set in central Italy, a new historical fiction film about World War II was shot entirely in southwest Missouri. “REVEILLE” is based… Read more
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New Sparta mayor, aldermen sworn in in front of The Great Wall
SPARTA,MO— Misty Holt was sworn in as new mayor of Sparta last night. About 35 people were in the audience. I ate too many cookies and drank too much punch afterwards. But that’s ‘cos I didn’t have supper. Scroll down to the bottom to see stuff I made fun of. It’s called comedy, so relax.… Read more
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Sparta’s ‘weird’ city meetings now likely to change to ‘normal’
SPARTA, MO — You normally expect to hear and see elected officials in public meetings. But Sparta, MO has had a series of meetings, sources say, that reflect a weird custom of city aldermen and the mayor hiding behind a high table and mumbling among themselves conducting public business. “You can’t see them above their… Read more
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New jail, new judge on horizon for county
SPARTA, MO — At a county advisory and planning meeting Saturday, March 25, at the Sparta Library, Christian County Presiding Commissioner Lynn Morris told the audience the county has invested in 40 acres west of B & B theater for a new jail. And, eventually, an additional judge will be needed. “Our county continues to… Read more
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“Bank Job” in Sparta: Good or bad investment for now?
SPARTA, MO— Remember the movies where the bad guys did a “bank job” replete with bandanas and guns a blazing? I remember a unique incident at the Citizens Bank of Sparta back in the early 1980s when a bandana and cowboy hat wearing bandit strolled in and put on a good show for the security… Read more
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Sparta Heritage Days
Sparta Heritage Days October 29, 2022 Read more
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Sparta Persimmon Festival & Parade a big hit this year!
SPARTA, MO — The 35th annual Persimmon Days Festival in Sparta was held Oct. 21-22. The event closes at 6 p.m. tonight (Sat Oct 22) so get out there to Roller Park for fun, food, music, and a whole lot of crafts and homemade stuff as well as a lot of cool items from 145… Read more
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Sparta’s lonely barber dreams of new sidekick
“It’s not just about looking good. It’s about feeling good!” —Sparta Barber Adam Struble Read more