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The Miss Arkansas Pageant will be held June 23 at the Hot Springs Convention Center. This year one of Monticello’s own will compete for the Miss Arkansas title of the Miss America preliminary pageant. Sarah Tucker holds the title of Miss Dogwood and is busy preparing for her chance at the crown. Here is [...]

Shanna grew up in McGeehee with her mother who worked in a local restaurant. Shanna attended school in McGeehee. She married at a young age and found that she had to quit school and join the work force. In 1992 she dropped out of school in eleventh grade and worked as a [...]

Monticello High School graduation was Friday night. Many proud students, administration, family and friends were in town for the celebration. Of the 142 students that graduated, one that stands out is Anna Newberry. Here is her story.
Anna moved to Southeast Arkansas when she was four years old. Her dad transferred to this area to [...]

It is baseball season in Monticello. Kids four years old and up are busy playing ball on various leagues around town. Not only does baseball bring out the little tykes to play ball but with that comes the support and cheers of parents. At one of the local baseball games many supporters [...]

This weekend hundreds of young girls showcased their talent at the Kim’s Dance Factory year-end recital. The dancers had practiced for months for their time to shine. One of the solo acts at the weekend performance was Jessaca Mioko Shepherd. At a young five years of age Jessaca took the stage with [...]

The best fertilizer is the gardener’s shadow. ~Author Unknown
For one Monticellonian, gardening is a way of life. What started as spending time with her grandmother grew into a deep love of the outdoors and gardening. This is Estrallyn Jone’s story.
Estrallyn grew up in Monticello. Her mother was a school teacher and her father worked [...]

Spring break is in full swing for the kids of Monticello. The dogwoods are glistening white, and wisteria is everywhere in purple blooms throughout the woods of South Arkansas. Also awakening in our nearby forests are the protected and revered black bear. One of those who protect this amazing animal is Mark Hooks. This [...]

After a week of stringent tryouts and tests, the selections for cheerleaders for the 2007-2008 school year were made tonight. Congratulations to all the girls who participated. The selections are:
Junior Billies:

Meredith Dickson
Channing Hathcoat
Kelsey Jackson
Julie Blagg
Madelyn Gates
Shelby Tiner
Parker Palsa
Kelsey Watts
Stacy Greenway
Samantha Wilkerson
Justine Day
Caroline Youngblood
Katelyn Campagna
Peyton Fletcher

Senior Billies:

Paisley Palsa
Kristen Harrison
Kohl McCone
Sidney Tiner
Rachel Brown
Toni Finley
Taylor Eubanks
Randi Kay Atkins
Teresa [...]

“I pledge my head to clearer thinking, my heart to greater loyalty, my hands to larger service and my health to better living for my club, my community, my country and my world.” These words can be heard from the mouths of millions of young 4-H members across our nation. What started in [...]

One is blessed indeed to find true love and “extra blessed” to be together for life. One Monticello couple has experienced this first hand, Bob and Louine Leech. Here is their story:
Louine was born in 1917 and grew up in McGehee. Her father owned the local grocery store, and her mother was a housewife. After [...]

If you don’t have it in your heart, it doesn’t matter what you’ve got in your head. Never let a problem to be solved become more important than a person to be loved.
Barbara Johnson
This quote is an expression of how one Monticello couple has been ‘together for life’. Committed to education and committed to each [...]

We’ve enjoyed bringing you the One Monticello Life feature each Sunday. During the month of February, we will be featuring four different couples, from four different eras. We felt this would be an interesting twist for this Valentine’s month! The theme will be Together for Life.
JB & Amy Duncan met as college students at the [...]

The flu is rampant in Monticello. Schools are being closed due to the virus. Channel 7 even made its way down to Southeast Arkansas to cover the story. What better person to feature this week for One Monticello Life than the school nurse - Linda Kemp. Here is her story:

Linda Moore Kemp was born and [...]

“There is a place where dreams come true, where wishes big and small lead to happily ever after.” This is the current advertising campaign for Walt Disney World. It can be heard on most television and radio stations. One of Monticello’s own, Rebecca Akin, just finished being a part of this magical experience. Here is [...]

What is a week in Monticello without eating at least once at Ameca? This Mexican food restaurant came to Monticello five years ago. It is not only the food that everyone loves but also the friendly staff and great service that keeps you coming back for more chips and salsa. A favorite Ameca employee is [...]

Twas the week before Christmas and all through the storeShoppers were buying Coke products galoreWith a spring in his step and a smile on his faceRicky Owens is known throughout this place.
Ricky was born in Drew County and Monticello has been his home his entire life. He graduated from Monticello High School. His father hauled [...]

It is Christmas time in Monticello, and Christmas decorations are up and out for all to enjoy. One house that captures the imagination of Monticellonians this time of year is 502 North Main. Behind the doors of  this beautiful home live James and Sue Cathey. This is their story.
Sue Moore Cathey grew up in Little [...]

This past week at the First United Methodist Church Preschool there were many three- and four year-olds giving thanks. The children celebrated their annual Thanksgiving feast by bringing their favorite foods. This year’s feast included a bowl of cookie dough, macaroni and cheese, "pasgetty," marshmallows, and chocolate ice cream, to name a small selection. The [...]

South Arkansas Rehabilitation recently moved to its newly-built facility on Old Warren Road. Among the busyness of workers still finishing the indoor pool and the staff of physical therapists working with patients last week was a dynamic blend of past and present in for Monticello. Nat Grubbs invited a friend and patient, as well as [...]

Books can influence and change the way you see the world. At the Monticello Public Library, there are not only significant books, but there is also a special libararian. Mae Simpson has impacted many people not only through the world of books but also through her life. Here is her story:
Mae Everett Simpson was raised [...]