Related Pages. 1  much more on the History of Sport. 2  Timeline (all years) in the world of sport. 3  For future sporting events, see the Calendar of Major Sporting Events. 4  more about the World of Sport.
Originally the area was part of the infamous Indian Trail of Tears.. Monett was formally established in 1887 when the Frisco rail line moved its spur here. United Country Castle & Ranch Realty, LLC - Monett Missouri & Barry County. Privacy Statement | Terms Of Use. Each Office Independently Owned And Operated.
On February 17, 1843, Missouri legislators, taking land from both Shannon and Wright counties, defined and named Ashley County. On February 14, 1845, after nearly two years and on the third set of commissioners appointed by the governor, Ashley County was finally organized and renamed to become Texas County - so named for the Republic of Texas.