Congratulations to Philip Smith of White Hall, Arkansas, for winning the ultimate grill/yeti give-away. Mr. Smith won a package worth over $700.00.

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The Monticello Fire Department is currently accepting applications for volunteer firefighters.

Pick up an application at the central fire station at 114 W. Wood Ave. Applications will be accepted through Aug 3.

Contrary to a current rumor, the city of Monticello is not, and has not recently been under, a boil order for water service.

The Monticello 14U All-Stars won the USSSA state tournament, Sunday, in Conway.

War Eagle is seeking an personable individual that is self-motivated and has the ability to multi task.

Duties include answering multiple phone lines, data entry, faxing, responding to emails with good letter writing skills and working well with others.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants should apply in person at 2039 Hwy 35 East Monticello.  No phone calls please.

Mayor Zack Tucker signed a proclamation ordering the Flag of the City of Monticello to be placed at half-staff in memory of former Chief Deputy Sheriff Robin Hood who passed away Wednesday. (more…)

At approximately 11:35, Wednesday night, the Valero (Crackerbox) on Highway 425 S., across from UAM, was robbed.

The suspects were armed with a gun.

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Allegedly, around midnight on the first Sunday night of 2016, Robert Mosher, age 22, was shot and killed by Demarcus Veasey, age 19.

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This dog was found in Ladelle.

Call 870-723-7525 or 870-723-3910 to claim.

Judge Robert Akin  wants to thank everyone that donated money to purchase rosebushes to plant around the ear memorial at the courthouse.

“We have had 14 donated so far, and are hoping for an additional 10.”

The cost for two rosebushes is $36, and the Town and Country Garden Club is overseeing this project. (more…)

This week has been a busy and fun-filled week at Grand Manor!

On Monday, Support Stocking Revue, from Booneville, AR, came and taught line dancing and then performed a show.

On Tuesday morning, Rockin’ Stevie Lee came and put on a concert in the front lobby. We like to stay busy out here.

Contact # 870-224-5873
Found on Florence/Gabbert St.

The missing 17-year-old, from earlier this morning, has been found safe by Monticello Police Department.

No other details are available.

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The Centers for Youth and Families in Monticello is seeking RN’s and LPN’s
RN’s and LPN’s: PRN. Valid AR nursing license, pass a drug screen and background checks, valid AR driver’s license, and the ability to supervise staff. Competitive salary and benefits. (more…)

Around 11am, this eastbound manufactured home threw off a tire, near Collins.

Drew County officials are on the scene.

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According to SalineRiverChronicle.com, the Warren Police Department responded to a 911 call at 4:00 a.m. Saturday, (more…)

The swimming pool dedication and opening, scheduled for this afternoon, has been postponed til next week.

Swim Registration will be held tomorrow,  from 8-11am,  if rain permits, and Tuesday from 4-6pm.

Mayor Zack Tucker recently accepted the keys to the former Arkansas National Guard Monticello Readiness Center located on Jordan Drive.

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See dealer for details.

Around 6 PM, Wednesday evening, a large, adult male alligator was seeing crossing Highway 35 near the Bayou Bartholomew bridge at Dermott.   He escaped into the ditch, near the bayou, before being caught.

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The City of Monticello will dedicate the swimming pool at McCloy Park in honor of the late Alderman Tim Chase, at 4 pm, on its season’s opening day, Friday, May 27th.

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An elderly Drew County couple was found deceased in their garden, on Bowser Road, around 11:15, Wednesday morning.
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The 24th-ranked University of Arkansas at Monticello baseball team had its record-breaking season halted on Monday with a 7-4 loss to Central Missouri in the finals of the NCAA Division II Central Region Tournament at Joe Faber Field.
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Drew County Assessor’s office will be accepting resumes for a Full Time Deputy/Mapper.  Send resumes to:

Drew County Assessor
210 South Main St.
Monticello, AR71655

No walk ins or phone calls