Monticello Live

SeaArk Boats held their annual employee luncheon at Cane Creek State Park on June 12th.

There was an employee fishing tournament, live music from Hard Times Country Band. $1,000 worth of giveaways including tv’s, speakers, wireless earbuds, & gift cards.  The big give away was a 1648 Special boat, motor, and trailer.  A good time was had by all.

Join our team and build a “boat built for a lifetime”, apply today at SeaArkBoats.com

The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) will conduct an online public involvement meeting about the proposed design modifications to Scogin Drive (Hwy 83 Spur) to Highway 278, which includes a railroad overpass and roundabouts at Jordan Drive and Old Warren Road in Monticello.

The public is invited to listen, view meeting materials, and provide written comments. The website will be available for comments until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 2. Citizens will have an opportunity to ask questions and make comments during a “live” virtual presentation from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 17.

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For Sale:

Left-Handed Youth/Women’s Parker Buckshot Compound Bow, with case and all accessories.

$150

Text 870-723-1829

Free Kitten and Male Cat

Call 870-224-1749 for more information

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Correct Craft (parent company of SeaArk Boats LLC) has announced the development and launch of its “Lake Cleanup Boat” that vacuums waste on the water. (more…)

The Boys Scouts of America DeSoto Area Council held their 98th Anniversary Recognition Banquet Saturday May 22, 2021 at Camp De Soto.  During this banquet two Scouts from Monticello Troop 67 were awarded their Eagle Scout plaques- Lucas Babst and Johnny McClendon.

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For Sale:

2018 Forrest River Vibe 285BHS.

Good condition sleeps 10.

$20,000

870-723-2718

Free:

Hospital Bed

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Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund recently hosted a Mother-Daughter Lookalike Photo Contest to fund scholarships in South Arkansas and Bowie County, TX.  The contest winner was determined by the number of votes received.  Votes were $1 each and all proceeds will fund scholarships for single parents who are pursuing a better life through the pursuit of post-secondary education or skilled trade certification.  A total of $2,915.44 was raised through the contest.

The winning photo was titled “Green with Envy” and the Mother-Daughter duo included April Block and her daughter, Normandy, of Monticello.  (more…)

May is National Foster Care Month, and The CALL in Arkansas is working to find the 2,500 homes needed to take care of children removed from their homes because of crisis, neglect or abuse.

The need for more foster families is great. There are approximately 4,710 children in foster care statewide and 1,510 foster families open to care for them. On average, 20 children across Arkansas are removed from their homes and placed in the foster care system every day. More than 8,000 children spend time in foster care each year. Arkansas needs 2,500 more foster homes to have more than enough families waiting to care for these children and youth. (more…)

More than 20 South Arkansas Community College students were inducted into Phi Theta Kappa, the honor society for two-year college students, recently.

Induction into the Alpha Gamma Iota Chapter requires at least a 3.5 cumulative grade-point average, and recommendation by a member of the faculty, staff, or administration.

Those students are:

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After a one-year virtual detour, the ONE Razorback Roadshows are back and coming to an Arkansas town near you in May. The 2021 ONE Razorback Roadshows presented by First Security Bank will feature University of Arkansas Director of Athletics Hunter Yurachek, Razorback Head Football Coach Sam Pittman and the nation’s best live mascot – Tusk V – in four different evening events designed to engage Razorback fans throughout the state.

The 2021 ONE Razorback Roadshow tour kicks off on May 17 with an event in Harrison, followed by events on May 18 in Dumas, (more…)

Free kittens.

Male and female, litter box trained, friendly, weaned, very playful.

Please contact me at 870-723-5830.

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Best Care training will give childcare providers an opportunity to enhance their proven childcare program and help meet educational requirements with continuing education. Childcare providers, foster parents, teachers, and police officers are invited to attend. (more…)

I am an incoming professor at UAM seeking a pet-friendly house to rent for my partner and I.

If you have anything available please call or text (908) 451-7228. Thank you.