Around 1 PM, Sunday afternoon, the driver of this Ford Crown Victoria lost control of the vehicle as it was traveling west on W. Gaines St.

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United Way in Drew County has named the community programs that will receive grant dollars in the 2016-17 funding cycle. United Way will award a total of $12,000.00 to help support programs and projects of local nonprofit organizations specific to Drew County.
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Remember, ICE COLD ICE is conveniently located on HWY 278 West, by Custom Audio & Video.

ICE COLD ICE is locally owned and operated, and accepts debit & credit cards.

Happy birthday, Chase Bray

We love you!!

The city of Monticello received its new, leased garbage collection truck, Wednesday.

The mayor told us, “Since we needed a truck soon, they sent us one that was at a show in Las Vegas.  They will be around in a few days to take the graphic off.”

Dorothy Davis turns 99, today.

She is celebrating with her three daughters, four grandchildren and six great grandchildren, numerous other family members and many many friends!

We love you Mamaw!

Jaxon Rawls will celebrate his 8th birthday, Thursday!

Happy Birthday to the moon and back!

We love you;

All of your family& friends.

Congratulations to Judy Hollis of Ashley county on winning the Monticello firefighters association boat raffle.

Thank you to everyone that helped make the raffle a success and for helping us move ever closer to our goal of an endowed scholarship at UAM.

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Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Family Services is creating a model transition services program to prepare youth to become successful and productive adults once they leave Vera Lloyd’s children’s home in Monticello.

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The Monticello 10yr old allstars won the runner-up position, Saturday, in USSSA World Series in Gulfport, MS.

The litigation between the City of Monticello and Siemens Industry continued in Federal Court, Wednesday, over a $10 Million water meter and line replacement contract.
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The Monticello Police Department and Drew County Sheriffs Office  have released the name of the captured white male suspect, they were searching for in the Allen Drive/Highway 425 N. area.

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City Council- Tuesday, 6pm
MEDC- July 6, Noon
TEA Party Debate -July 11
DC School Board – July 14
Quorum Court – July 18

Congratulations to Philip Smith of White Hall, Arkansas, for winning the ultimate grill/yeti give-away. Mr. Smith won a package worth over $700.00.

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The Monticello Fire Department is currently accepting applications for volunteer firefighters.

Pick up an application at the central fire station at 114 W. Wood Ave. Applications will be accepted through Aug 3.

Contrary to a current rumor, the city of Monticello is not, and has not recently been under, a boil order for water service.

The Monticello 14U All-Stars won the USSSA state tournament, Sunday, in Conway.

War Eagle is seeking an personable individual that is self-motivated and has the ability to multi task.

Duties include answering multiple phone lines, data entry, faxing, responding to emails with good letter writing skills and working well with others.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants should apply in person at 2039 Hwy 35 East Monticello.  No phone calls please.

Mayor Zack Tucker signed a proclamation ordering the Flag of the City of Monticello to be placed at half-staff in memory of former Chief Deputy Sheriff Robin Hood who passed away Wednesday. (more…)

At approximately 11:35, Wednesday night, the Valero (Crackerbox) on Highway 425 S., across from UAM, was robbed.

The suspects were armed with a gun.

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Allegedly, around midnight on the first Sunday night of 2016, Robert Mosher, age 22, was shot and killed by Demarcus Veasey, age 19.

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This dog was found in Ladelle.

Call 870-723-7525 or 870-723-3910 to claim.

Judge Robert Akin  wants to thank everyone that donated money to purchase rosebushes to plant around the ear memorial at the courthouse.

“We have had 14 donated so far, and are hoping for an additional 10.”

The cost for two rosebushes is $36, and the Town and Country Garden Club is overseeing this project. (more…)

This week has been a busy and fun-filled week at Grand Manor!

On Monday, Support Stocking Revue, from Booneville, AR, came and taught line dancing and then performed a show.

On Tuesday morning, Rockin’ Stevie Lee came and put on a concert in the front lobby. We like to stay busy out here.

Contact # 870-224-5873
Found on Florence/Gabbert St.