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On October 7, 2025, a Drew County jury convicted Terry Laron Gragg Jr., of Monticello, of Delivery of more than 10 grams of Methamphetamine, following a jury trial.

The conviction stems from a controlled drug buy conducted on February 4, 2025, by agents of the Tenth Judicial District Drug Task Force. Agents James Slaughter, Ben Michel, and Tad Huntsman met with a confidential informant at an undisclosed location in Drew County. After confirming the informant had no drugs or money, agents provided him with $200 in cash and undercover cameras. The informant went directly to Gragg’s residence, where he purchased 28 grams of methamphetamine.

Commercial Bank is proud to announce Tammy Allison as the recipient of the 2025 RISE Award for Leadership. The RISE Award, first introduced in 2024, recognizes a team member who demonstrates exceptional commitment, performance, and embodiment of the bank’s core values.

Due to a pre-scheduled conflict during the bank’s annual Christmas party, Tammy received the award in a surprise presentation on December 3^rd, 2025.

Over the past year, Tammy has distinguished herself in numerous ways, including:

• Initiative: Taking ownership of backlog issues related to organization, storage, and data security.
• Supply and Inventory Management: Collaborating to maintain organized, controlled, and optimal inventory levels, preventing service disruptions.
• Vendor and Facilities Oversight: Managing multiple vendors and working with custodial and facility teams to ensure timely and complete service.
• Financial Process Improvement: Streamlining payables and reimbursements digitally, reducing paper usage and improving efficiency, while acting as a first line of defense against illegitimate billings.

“Tammy starts each day with a positive, can-do attitude and consistently goes above and beyond to support employees and customers alike,” said Todd Smith, President of Commercial Bank. “Her efforts strengthen our bank and our community, and we are proud to recognize her outstanding contributions.”

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Members of Union Bank & Trust Co.’s Board of Directors presented the donation to UAM on Wednesday December 3rd.

The Snowden Center is expected to bring several PHD level education professionals to work and teach in Monticello, as well as new graduate students and nationally recognized waterfowl related research projects. The brainchild of Dr. Osbourne, the Snowden Center is completely unique in its mission and organizational structure, and will put UAM at the forefront of waterfowl research in the United States.

Waterfowl hunting generates approximately $310 million dollars spent annually in the State of Arkansas each year.