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May 11th, 2016 by

Nearly every city has allegedly experienced a brush with a famous person whether he/she is “good or bad”. Bonnie and Clyde reportedly once visited Monticello. Tillar, a small farming community in eastern Drew County, also had a visit from legendary outlaws – the notorious James boys.
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Former UAM Student (in Dallas) Threatens Life of Local Businessman

May 10th, 2016 by

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Movies in the Park Announced

May 10th, 2016 by

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Memories From The Museum

May 10th, 2016 by

I would be remiss lest I honor Arkansas Boys State this year with a column. Like its sister organization, Boys State is open to high school students who have completed their junior year in high school. It takes place in the summer before the senior year and is a week-long adventure in civic education. Boys State offers a practical, hands-on look at politics and government as students seek election at the state, county, and city levels and then engage in the governing process. Participants learn about the responsibilities of a wide range of offices, as well as the interaction between the various offices and the various levels of government. Read the rest of this entry »

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T-Bone Collision on 425 at Post Office, Friday

May 9th, 2016 by

Around 5:30 PM, Friday afternoon, a serious 2 vehicle collision occurred on HWY 425 N. at the Hyatt Street intersection.

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DC All-School Reunion – Videos – Updated

May 9th, 2016 by

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County Updating Hazard Mitigation Plan – Pleasre Comlete Survey

May 9th, 2016 by

HazardMitigation Attention Drew County Residents: Drew County Government is currently updating the Drew County Hazard Mitigation Plan, which includes the incorporated cities, school districts and University of Arkansas at Monticello. Drew County Government encourages citizen participation in this process. Citizens may provide input by completing a short questionnaire here: http://goo.gl/forms/Cf4zrKRQhk . That same questionnaire is also available for download to print, fill out and return here: http://capdd.org/index.php/fema-hazard-mitigation-plans.html

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Onsite Manager needed for Apartment Complex

May 9th, 2016 by

Career opportunity Onsite Manager needed for Apartment Complex.
Sect. 8 experience preferred but will train.
Fax resume to (501) 372-2594 or email to mbc2resume@gmail.com.

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Celebrate Mom At Two Brothers Restaurant

May 7th, 2016 by

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UAM Commencement Program

May 7th, 2016 by

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Midnight Rollover at Dead Man’s Curve Medflights Michigan Man to UAMS

May 6th, 2016 by

Around midnight, Friday morning, the driver of this Jeep SUV lost control of his vehicle, in Dead Man’s Curve, on HWY 278 E. of Monticello.

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Mother’s Day Gift Suggestions From Outfitters RX

May 6th, 2016 by

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Warren Potlatch Union Rejects Company Contract Proposal

May 5th, 2016 by

According to SalineRiverChronicle, a spokesperson for the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local Union at Potlatch Corporation, union members voted Wednesday night to not accept a proposed contract renewal offered by the company.

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Ryburn (at MEDC) Answers Questions about the Arkadelphia Pulp Mill – Video

May 5th, 2016 by

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Armed Robbery Suspect Gets $750,000 Bond, Laughs at Judge

May 4th, 2016 by

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The 3 armed robbery suspects, from Saturday night, had first appearance/bond hearings in front of District Judge Sara Hartness, Tuesday morning.

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Saturday Night Home Armed Robbery

May 3rd, 2016 by

armed robbery Saturday night, at approx. 10:00pm, the Monticello Police Dispatch received a call of a robbery on East Oakland St.

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Meet the New Bosses at Ryburn Toyota

May 3rd, 2016 by

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Paige Chase to Seek City Council Seat for 17-18

May 3rd, 2016 by

Paige Chase seeks democratic nomination for City Council.

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New Shipment Of Columbia Hats At Outfitters RX

May 3rd, 2016 by

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Public Notice – Drew County Sale Of Tax Delinquent Lands, Thursday

May 3rd, 2016 by

Public notice legal Commissioner of State Lands

Drew County Sale of Tax Delinquent Lands will be held at the Hampton Inn, 480 Hwy 425 north, Monticello< Arkansas, on May 5th, 2016

Bidder registration begins at 9:30am

Public auction begins at 10:000am

For further information, contact John Thurston Commissioner of State Lands, 109 State Capitol, Little Rock, AR 72201
(501)324-9422

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Lions Honor Monticello Policeman of the Year

May 2nd, 2016 by

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Rotary Accepting Scholarship Applications

May 2nd, 2016 by

Each year the Monticello Rotary Club awards a $1,000.00 scholarship to a MHS and DCHS graduating senior who plans to attend the University of Arkansas at Monticello.

This cash scholarship is paid directly to the student in $500.00 increments at the beginning of each semester.

You may apply online at www.monticellorotary.com.

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State of the City, by Mayor Zack Tucker – Video

April 29th, 2016 by

Last month I had the opportunity to join local history buffs to proclaim March, Archaeology Month. The highlight of Archaeology Month was a weeklong volunteer dig at the Hollywood Plantation near Winchester? the site of the historic pre-civil war log cabin that is currently being restored and developed into a heritage site by UAM. I mention this project because it is such a great example of what is right about our community in 2016.
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NOTICE: 5th Friday Bulk Pick-Ups, For Drew County Solid Waste Customers Only

April 29th, 2016 by

Public notice legal There will be a bulk trash pick-up available Friday, April 29, 2016. Call the Drew County Solid Waste Office at 460-6293 to get on the list for pick-up. Deadline to call is Wednesdsy, April 27 at NOON.
County Judge, Robert Akin

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SEARK Reading Council Celebration of Literacy

April 29th, 2016 by

SEARK Reading Council had their annual Celebration of Literacy Banquet at the Village Steakhouse on April 25th, 2016. Award winners are as follows Read the rest of this entry »

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