Show Me the Ozarks September 2022

SMTO contents September 2022

About the Cover Photos by Mandy Edmonson Focused Memories Photography

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Cats, dogs, mules! All of the cutest pets in

the Four States grace our pages this month. Rukus, our first-place winner, is a Rescue Hero pet and is bringing joy to his new

home. One hundred percent of the entry fees from our contest benefit local animal shelters to help other cute pets find their forever homes. features Pet Section 46 14th Annual Cutest Pet Contest 52 The 2022 Fur Ball: Yellowstone, Dutton Style! 54 Faithful Friends Animal Advocates 55 Just Like Home! 56 Pet Resources and Services Guide 57 Snowflake’s Snack Shack Helps Area Pets Get Food 58 Standing by Her Side: Rip the Service Dog 59 The Polite Company’s Top 5 Petiquette Tips Featuring Barry and Lawrence Counties 60 Faces of Aurora 62 It’s All About Making People Smile for Fenstermaker’s Earthquake 65 The Garden Exchange Farmers Market 66 Make Our Day & Make Your Future 67 Why I Run - A Meditative Experience: Tony Kennedy Runs to Enjoy the Tranquility of Nature 68 Modern Variety 70 Barry & Lawrence County Business Spotlights 72 Monett Coast to Coast 74 Monett U11 Soccer Team Hopes to Bring Home Title in Florida 76 The Joy of Helping Others: Brittany Washam, Monett’s Greatest Volunteer 77 Fun For All at the Pierce City Fall Festival 78 Exeter Corn Maze brings Fall Fun to All

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