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The Monticello City Council met at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23. After the roll call, it was found that all council members were present except for Clarissa Pace and Craig McRae. Alderman Michael James …
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7/26/24
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On July 17, 2024, Colonel Mike Hagar, Cabinet Secretary for the Arkansas Department of Public Safety, and Thomas Fisher, Arkansas Drug Director, presented the Spartan Award in recognition of service, …
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7/25/24
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“When we opened our doors in October 2015, we knew we wanted to be more than just an Insurance and Financial Services provider. It was and remains our mission to serve our community and …
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7/24/24
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Norma Ray born July 14, 1919, celebrated birthday number 105 this past Sunday. This is an amazing feat, Happy Birthday Ms. Norma Ray!
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7/20/24
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Commander Melvin Veasey, VFW Auxiliary Vice President Kirby Veasey, and volunteer Derrick Clifton put in some community service in Oakland Cemetery. They placed flags on the graves of veterans buried …
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7/19/24
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Tommy Gray of the Drew County Historical Society showing teachers from around America a World War I helmet worn by Virgil White, a World War I veteran and former Drew County resident.
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7/18/24
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Citizens Bank, headquartered in Batesville, has announced the hiring of Jenny Guthrie as city president for the bank's Monticello market.
“Jenny is an especially valuable addition to our …
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7/17/24
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In July, Arkansas Imagination Library and local program partners in all 75 counties will celebrate a statewide milestone: More than five million Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library books have …
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7/13/24
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Congratulations to Frank Ferguson. He won our subscription contest drawing and walked away with an Igloo Marine Backpack Cooler and other prizes.
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7/12/24
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Citizens enjoyed Independence Day fi reworks at the Monticello Sports
Complex on July 3.
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7/11/24
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From the desk of Monticello Police Chief Carlos Garcia:
On July 9, 2024, around 7:18 p.m., officers were dispatched to the residence of Mark and Deborah Tiner because of a disturbance. The …
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7/10/24
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The Drew County Quorum Court met at 6 p.m. on Monday, July 8. The meeting opened with Justice Joe Williams giving an invocation and everyone reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. County Clerk Stephanie …
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7/10/24
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Baptist Health Medical Center - Drew County is proud to announce the recipient of the DAISY Award® for this quarter is Ruthie Griffin, LPN.
Her nomination story read, “During my …
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7/7/24
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On Saturday, June 22, 2024, Enon Baptist Church hosted a 65 year wedding anniversary celebration for Larry and Molly Flemister. The Flemisters were married on June 25, 1959.
The celebration saw …
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7/6/24
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Paint and Lighting Plus celebrated 30 years in business last Saturday. Opened in 1994, the store was opened by Dale Newman and Kenny Adams. Adams owned the store for 25 years and one day when the new …
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7/5/24
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The Monticello Parks and Recreation Commission met at 6 p.m. on Monday, July 1, at the Sadie Johnson Building. After the roll call, it was determined that all of the commissioners were present. The …
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7/4/24
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It's time to vote for the best of Drew County in theAdvance-Monticellonian's 2024 Readers' Choice Awards! Help us recognize thepeople, businesses, and organizations that exceed expectations and show …
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7/3/24
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Arkansas Press Association held its annual conference in Jonesboro June 27-29. Ashley Hogg, Publisher, Jeff McDonald, Managing Editor and Joanna Poole, Editor for the Eagle Democrat attended the …
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7/3/24
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Bennie Ryburn, III captured this aerial photo of a small section of the Interstate 69 corridor. The picture shows a section where crews are currently active and making progress.
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6/30/24
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Nutritious food can help address obesity, diabetes, and heart disease and pave the way for a healthy life – but one in four children in Arkansas faces food insecurity.
Today, Mainline …
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6/29/24
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Main Street Art hosted a summer art camp in conjunction with Art Education Opportunities (AEO) June 24-28.
Participants worked with pottery, painting, book binding (art journals), collages, and …
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6/28/24
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On Monday, June 24, No Kid Hungry announced ten national Summer Hunger Heroes. This year’s honorees hail from nine states and the United States Department of Agriculture and have shown …
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6/28/24
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Thursday, June 20, marked BHMC-Drew County’s first donation to the UAMS Milk Lab. A total of 57 bags of milk were shipped! BHMC-Drew County is thrilled to collaborate with UAMS and establish a …
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6/28/24
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Mayor Jason Akers called the July meeting of the Monticello City Council to order at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25. After the roll call, it was found that all of the council members were present. …
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6/27/24
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Monticello’s Advertising and Promotions Commission met at noon on Wednesday, June 19. Commission Chair, Shannon Herman called the meeting to order with commissioners Andy Patel, Mike Wigley, …
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6/26/24
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