Lost dog in the possum valley area , has a small chain still hooked to him and is skittish please call asap if seen .

John Slaughter 870-308-0221

Mainline Health Systems has been approved for funding through the ARORP Naloxone Hero Program and will receive support from the Arkansas Naloxone Bank to expand access to naloxone for families and community members across south Arkansas. This award represents a meaningful investment in overdose revention, public safety, and community health throughout the region.

Through this funding, Mainline Health Systems will receive $14,208.00 to obtain naloxone for dissemination in Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Drew, Lincoln, Columbia, Grant, and surrounding areas, as outlined in the approved application. The program period will officially run from May 18, 2026, through May 18, 2027, supporting year-long efforts to prevent overdose-related deaths while increasing access to life-saving resources for those at risk and the individuals who care for them.

Naloxone is a proven, life-saving medication that reverses the effects of opioid overdoses when
administered promptly. Expanded access to naloxone empowers families, friends, first responders,
and community members to take immediate action during overdose emergencies and strengthens
local response efforts across rural and undeserved communities.

Duplex For Lease

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, very nice, recently remodeled, located in downtown Monticello area.

$800 per month plus deposit

Call 870-814-9462

Swimming Pool For Sale, comes with two filters

$250

Call or Text #870-370-5191

Gas Grill for sale, comes with cover

$200

Call or Text #870-370-5191

On June 5th from 9 – 2 at the Sadie T. Johnson Community Center (707 US Hwy 278, Monticello), Commercial Bank will join partners, including the Drew County Health Coalition, to provide education and resources to protect Seniors from financial exploitation. In addition, the Drew County Sheriff’s Department will be on site to accept expired or unused prescription medication for safe disposal.

Criminals work day and night to deceive Americans out of their hard-earned money. The problem is getting worse. Our Senior community is especially vulnerable because they generally trust others, display kindness to strangers, and try to help those who report to be in need.

What Can You Do?

Enon Water Drinking Water Report (Consumer Confidence Report)

Public notice of our Annual Drinking Water Quality Report is available at:

www.health.arkansas.gov/eng/183

Copies are available from our office upon request.

On March 12, 2026, a Drew County jury found Phyllis Faye Farmer guilty of Felon in Possession of a Firearm, arising from an April 7, 2025, incident in Wilmar, Arkansas, where Drew County Deputies responded to a report that Farmer had threatened another woman while displaying a firearm during a confrontation at a residence in Wilmar.

At trial, the State was represented by Kelley E. Fortenberry of the Tenth Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, and Ms. Farmer was represented by her attorney. Rickey Hicks.

The jury heard testimony that witnesses reported that Farmer entered the home yelling and making threats, then later produced a handgun while outside the residence.

On Thursday morning of May 21st, 2026 at 4:20am, Monticello Fire Department Engines 1 & 2 responded to a structure fire on North Conley St.

Upon arrival the structure was fully involved.

No injuries reported.