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Lifelong Southeast Arkansas resident Bill Dunklin has officially kicked off his run for State Senate in Senate District 26, which includes Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, and Drew counties and parts of Cleveland, Desha, and Lincoln counties.

Dunklin has been active in Republican political circles his entire life but is no establishment candidate. Dunklin believes the District needs a citizen State Senator who is already making Southeast Arkansas a better place to live. He believes Southeast Arkansas will benefit most by a State Senator who is experienced in making his own living, not one trying to make a living from being in Government. (more…)

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Citizens Bank proudly announces the promotion of Tayler Bolen to the position of Consumer Loan Officer for the bank’s operations at Monticello.

“Tayler has proven to be an invaluable member of Team Citizens and we are excited to announce her promotion to loan officer,” said Chris Lampkin, Southeast Arkansas Market President for Citizens Bank.  “Tayler is ready and eager to serve the financial needs of Monticello, Drew County, and the surrounding area as Citizens Bank completes the construction of its new branch in Monticello.” (more…)

Whitney Bordeaux, Soil  Conservation, District Director for Drew County Conservation is presenting a check in the amount of $1,692.42  to Jody Gladden, Master Gardner Chairman for the Wildflower Habitat project at the Monticello Sports Complex, as approved by Mayor Paige Chase.

This guy was on the porch when I got up this morning. Is acting like a house dog, wanting in and wanting attention. No Collar, but is a young well fed male with a bobbed tail. Not like the usual look of a dumped dog down here on Ozment Bluff. If it’s yours please call 870-367-1096.

The AACA is proud to announce that it will offer 1 scholarship of $500 each to a student attending Arkansas Baptist College, Philander Smith College, Shorter College, and the University of Arkansas Pine Bluff.  The primary focus of the scholarship is to assist students attending historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) offering the opportunity to assist with tuition, books, or even housing.
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State Rep. LeAnne Burch receives her 2019 Business Matters Leadership Award from State Chamber/AIA Executive Vice President Kenny Hall.

State Rep. LeAnne Burch (D-Dist. 9) recently received an Arkansas State Chamber/Associated Industries of Arkansas 2019 Business Matters Leadership Award. Burch was recognized with the award for supporting positive business initiatives during the 92nd General Assembly.

 

Mike Zieman of Farm Bureau Insurance in Drew County has successfully become an Ag Promise Certified Agent with Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company of Arkansas, Inc. An agent must complete both educational and experience requirements to become Ag Promise certified. By doing so, an agent becomes more knowledgeable about agricultural risks and can better provide risk management services that address the needs of farmers.

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What’s the New Year look like for you so far? Are you still praying about what God wants to do through you in 2020?

Does God keep bringing adoption or becoming a foster parent to mind? If God is calling you to pray about fostering, adopting, or volunteering, we can help by answering your questions! (more…)

If you are an early childhood professional, foster parent, or early childhood educator and want to learn more about caring for young children, you may be interested in The Best Care. Sometimes it is difficult to find appropriate classes that are close to home and affordable. The University of Arkansas, Division of Agriculture, in partnership with the Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Association, is offering training for early childhood professionals. Classes are offered free of charge and is verified training through the Traveling Arkansas’ Professional Pathways (TAPP) and supports the Better Beginnings Program. (more…)

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Recent DC graduate Anna Coleman (yellow shirt) with her ATU Robotics Teammates.

Arkansas Tech University will be among approximately 50 higher education institutions from around the globe that will compete in the 2020 VEX U Robotics World Championship April 22-25 in Louisville, Ky.

A team of 11 ATU students punched their ticket to the world championship by winning the overall excellence award at a qualifying tournament hosted by the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on Dec. 7. (more…)

UAM CTM Practical Nursing class donated $750 to Immanuel Baptist Church food pantry.

The Monticello Branch Library collected sweaters and other winter clothing items during the month of November as part of the nation wide charity event inspired by the beloved Mr. Rodgers of Mr. Rodgers’ Neighborhood on PBS.

During the sweater drive, the library was able to collect 75 items to be given out through various charity organizations who help clothe adults and children in the Monticello and Drew County area. Thank you to every one who participated and brought in items, we look forward to holing this event again next year!