The AACA is proud to announce that it will offer 1 scholarship of $500 each to a student attending Arkansas Baptist College, Philander Smith College, Shorter College, and the University of Arkansas Pine Bluff.  The primary focus of the scholarship is to assist students attending historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) offering the opportunity to assist with tuition, books, or even housing.
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State Rep. LeAnne Burch receives her 2019 Business Matters Leadership Award from State Chamber/AIA Executive Vice President Kenny Hall.

State Rep. LeAnne Burch (D-Dist. 9) recently received an Arkansas State Chamber/Associated Industries of Arkansas 2019 Business Matters Leadership Award. Burch was recognized with the award for supporting positive business initiatives during the 92nd General Assembly.

 

Mike Zieman of Farm Bureau Insurance in Drew County has successfully become an Ag Promise Certified Agent with Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company of Arkansas, Inc. An agent must complete both educational and experience requirements to become Ag Promise certified. By doing so, an agent becomes more knowledgeable about agricultural risks and can better provide risk management services that address the needs of farmers.

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What’s the New Year look like for you so far? Are you still praying about what God wants to do through you in 2020?

Does God keep bringing adoption or becoming a foster parent to mind? If God is calling you to pray about fostering, adopting, or volunteering, we can help by answering your questions! (more…)

If you are an early childhood professional, foster parent, or early childhood educator and want to learn more about caring for young children, you may be interested in The Best Care. Sometimes it is difficult to find appropriate classes that are close to home and affordable. The University of Arkansas, Division of Agriculture, in partnership with the Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Association, is offering training for early childhood professionals. Classes are offered free of charge and is verified training through the Traveling Arkansas’ Professional Pathways (TAPP) and supports the Better Beginnings Program. (more…)

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Recent DC graduate Anna Coleman (yellow shirt) with her ATU Robotics Teammates.

Arkansas Tech University will be among approximately 50 higher education institutions from around the globe that will compete in the 2020 VEX U Robotics World Championship April 22-25 in Louisville, Ky.

A team of 11 ATU students punched their ticket to the world championship by winning the overall excellence award at a qualifying tournament hosted by the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on Dec. 7. (more…)

UAM CTM Practical Nursing class donated $750 to Immanuel Baptist Church food pantry.

The Monticello Branch Library collected sweaters and other winter clothing items during the month of November as part of the nation wide charity event inspired by the beloved Mr. Rodgers of Mr. Rodgers’ Neighborhood on PBS.

During the sweater drive, the library was able to collect 75 items to be given out through various charity organizations who help clothe adults and children in the Monticello and Drew County area. Thank you to every one who participated and brought in items, we look forward to holing this event again next year!

This year Monticello and Drew Central basketball teams are joining forces to fight hunger in Drew County. Instead of bringing gifts for the 12 days of Christmas, the schools are asking you to help with this mission. Students and community members are asked to bring the food items for each day. Although it is a competition between schools, the real opponent is hunger.

DePaul Community Health Centers is pleased to announce receipt of recognition from the National Committee of Quality Assurance(NCQA) as a Patient Centered Medical Home.
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Wanted:

A good, used dog house or dog box for a medium sized dog to sleep comfortably in and stay warm and dry.

If you have one, contact me at 870-723-1108

Thank you.

3 Bedroom 2 bath house for rent

650.00 a month

600.00 deposit

Call 870-723-1253 if interested.

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For Sale:

Kid Waterboots

Brands: DryShod-Tuffy Kids

Size: Kids 3

Asking Price: $60.00

DESCRIPTION: Water proof, Insulated, 100% Breathable, Quick Dry, 4-Way Stretch Air-Mesh Lining! Paid $95 before tax for these as a gift, wrong size and non-returnable to store!

More information needed please text or call Brandy at 870-224-3716 Thanks!

The Arkansas Department of Health “Rules Pertaining to Food Establishments,” effective September 7, 2019 indicates that any establishment serving food will be required to have “at least one supervisory employee who has Certified Food Manager training,” to ensure that someone with food safety knowledge is employed at every facility. Food establishments have already been made aware that they are required to receive said training by September 7, 2020.

Ashley County Cooperative Extension Service will make this training available to your Food Managers in Ashley County and surrounding areas. The two day training will yield 10 hours credit.

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As part of National Rural Health Day, Delta Memorial Hospital today announced it has been recognized by The Chartis Center of Rural Health and the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) for overall excellence in Quality.  (more…)