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Felon With Drugs & Rifle Arrested after Local Manhunt

December 17th, 2021 by

According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, on Wednesday, Monticello Officers successfully ended a police pursuit that resulted in the arrest of a Crossett man identified as Kahliff Daniels, age 26, for multiple felony drug and gun charges. Read the rest of this entry »

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MMC2 After Hours will be Open from 2 – 8 pm, Today.

December 17th, 2021 by

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Monticello & Drew Cental Schools Dismissing Early, Today, for Christmas Holidays

December 17th, 2021 by

Monticello Announcement
Drew Central Announcement

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Showdown in M-town, Friday Night, at MHS Gym

December 17th, 2021 by

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The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy – DCMS 5 & 6 Grade Choir Video

December 17th, 2021 by

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DC’s REMLEY Gets Scholarship Offer from UAM Football

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School Threat Update- Classes & Investigation Continue

December 16th, 2021 by

Following a late Tuesday threat made against Monticello Middle School staff, heavy police presence and extra safety procedures occurred throughout the day Wednesday. Read the rest of this entry »

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Ryburn Motor Company

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Shady Grove’s Disaster Relief Team Deploying to Truman/Monette Area

December 16th, 2021 by

Shady Grove’s Disaster Relief team will be deploying to the Truman/Monette area to aid and assist those in need. We will be delivering supplies to them Thursday afternoon and Sunday afternoon. Donations are welcome to help in our mission.

If you can help or volunteer, please contact the Church at 870-367-3298 or Bill Horn at 870-224-1116.

Victims need; Paper goods, Toilet paper, Paper towels, Toiletry items, Laundry items, Cleaning supplies, Gift cards, (No water).

There’s also a toy drive sponsored by the Truman Fire Department.

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Pomeroy’s Hometown Ace

December 16th, 2021 by

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Commercial Bank

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Arise Food Bank, Open Saturday

December 16th, 2021 by

Arise Food Bank, located at 468 South Edwards Street, will be open Saturday, December 18, from 8:30-9:30.

First come, first served.

Drive through only!

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Wet Weather

December 16th, 2021 by

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Grinch at Exxon

December 16th, 2021 by

The Grinch made a special appearance, waiting on vehicles and pumping gas, Wednesday at Monticello Exxon.

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Oceans Fish & Chicken Monticello Monthly Specials, NOW HIRING!!!

December 16th, 2021 by

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School Threat Being Investigated at MMS

December 15th, 2021 by

This morning, MLive was made aware of a threat made against Monticello Middle School,

Monticello superintendent Sandra Lanehart issued this statement. Read the rest of this entry »

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Ryburn Motor Co.

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MPD Statement on School Threat

December 15th, 2021 by

“We were made aware earlier this morning and are working with the school administration and staff to investigate this incident.

The school administration has made the decision to remain in session and we support their assessment of the facts and this decision.
MPD has multiple officers in various capacities on and around school facilities and will continue to work with MSD staff to investigate and monitor this situation until it is resolved”. MOD Chief Jason Akers.

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Drew Central Taking Safety Precautions, Following MMS Threat

December 15th, 2021 by

Drew Central School District administration was made aware of the threat against the Monticello Middle School early this morning. Due to the close proximity of the school districts, we are taking safety precautions at the Pirate Nation as well today.

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Jordan Park Christmas Lights ( Installed by Top Notch Exterior)

December 15th, 2021 by

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Commercial Bank

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Lost Pets, Rock Springs Area

December 15th, 2021 by

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Regional Jail Could Become Drew County Jail, with 300 Federal & 200 State Inmates- Video

December 14th, 2021 by

Judge Akin said that if this is to take place, it will depend totally on federal prisoners.

Akin added it will not be run by LaSalle, they would only be consultants. The new jail will be supervised by the Drew County Sherriff.

Expectations could include 100+ employees,
$1.6 million county profit during the first 3-5 year contract,
300 federal prisoners
200 state prisoners
100 local prisoners.

Regional jail

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