At 11:35am, on October 13th, 2026 Monticello Fire Department Rescue 1 responded to a single vehicle accident with entrapment near 2700 block of Highway 425 North.

Upon arrival, Rescue crews used chainsaws to clear a path for paramedics. Pafford Air transported patient to Little Rock. The highway was shut down for approximately 30 minutes to allow the helicopter to land. DCSO and OEM also responded.

The NAACP Drew County Branch is partnering with the Arkansas Civic Action Network (ArkCAN) to bring the Confident Voter Workshop to Monticello!

Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 6:00–8:00 PM, Sadie Johnson Community Building. Refreshments will be served. FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Whether you’re a first-time voter, newly registered voter, or seasoned voter, this workshop will help you prepare to cast your ballot with confidence. Learn how to find your polling location, review your sample ballot, know what ID to bring, research candidates, and make your voting plan.

President Clarissa Pace: “Our branch has been working hard to provide voter education and information to as many citizens as possible. We are delighted to host ArkCAN in our area because it seals the deal on what we need to help encourage participation in the voting process.”

REGISTER HERE: ArkAction.net/events

Early Voting: October 19–November 2

Election Day: November 3

Come informed. Leave confident. Then VOTE!

Total Wireless recently celebrated it’s grand opening and official ribbon-cutting ceremony at 639 West Gaines Street in Monticello. The brand new retail store is ready to serve the neighborhood with an extensive selection of smartphones, flexible service plans, and mobile accessories, all back by dedicated face to face customer care.

We want to say a massive, heartfelt thank you to the Mayor of Monticello, The Drew County Chamber of Commerce, Commercial Bank, Union Bank, and Monticello Live for supporting our launch. Seeing so many fellow business owners and Monticellonians pack the room made us feel incredibly welcome.

The team invites everyone to stop by, explore the new storefront, and find straightforward, high value cellular solutions without the hassle

The 2026 Drew County Fair is officially here!

We have a full week of fun ahead with the parade, livestock shows, carnival rides, exhibits, bingo, the livestock auction, and more!

October 5–11, 2026

Save this schedule so you don’t miss a thing, and come out to support our exhibitors and enjoy a great week at the fair!

Stars, Stripes & Show-Ring Nights!

We can’t wait to see everyone at the 2026 Drew County Fair!

You’re Invited to Total Wireless Monticello Grand Opening Celebration. Please join us as we celebrate the grand opening of our Monticello Location. We’re inviting our local business partners, community leaders, and fellow business owners to stop by, meet our team and celebrate with us.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at 639 West Gaines Street, Monticello, AR 71655

COME CELEBRATE WITH US,  Grand Opening Celebration, Refreshments & Catering, Giveaways & Prizes, Live DJ, Bubble Machine

Come enjoy the celebration and enter for your chance to win a 65″ Smart TV!

Calling all Drew County youth exhibitors! The deadline to register for the Drew County Youth Livestock Show is Wednesday, September 30 — don’t wait! Find all of the entry forms https://www.drewcountyfairandlivestock.com/livestock

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and Bradley County Medical Center (BCMC) in Warren are planning to sign a management consulting and co-branding agreement. The agreement was approved Thursday by the BCMC Board of Directors.

Under the agreement, BCMC will retain its assets, operations, and oversight of the hospital. No changes to patient services, hospital staff, or daily operations will result from the agreement. BCMC retains full operational authority. Under the agreement, UAMS will provide advisory management services across key operational areas and assist the hospital in identifying opportunities to improve daily operations.

UAMS, the state’s only academic health system, and BCMC have worked together for many years. BCMC is a participating hospital in UAMS’s Stroke Program, which provides telehealth consults with UAMS neurologists so that hospitals around the state can offer lifesaving ischemic stroke treatment.

“At UAMS, we believe every Arkansan should have access to outstanding healthcare in their own community,” said UAMS Chancellor C. Lowry Barnes, M.D. “Through this management services agreement with Bradley County Medical Center, we are strengthening our efforts to improve health outcomes in South Arkansas by supporting the hospital with advisory services and expert recommendations.”

At 9:58am on Thursday 9/24/26, Monticello Fire Department Rescue 1 responded to a motor vehicle accident with rollover on Hwy 425 N at Walmart Access Road.