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The Veterans of Foreign Wars 4515 and American Legion Post No. 2 hosted a Memorial Day service at the Drew County Courthouse on Monday, May 26. Members of the local VFW and American Legion presented …
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5/28/25
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The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) held its spring commencement exercises on Friday, May 9, in the Steelman Field House. Dr. Peggy Doss, chancellor of UAM, recognized graduates completing …
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5/24/25
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Episode 11 of Monticello Minute Unscripted is on Youtube!
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5/23/25
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Monticello has another new mural, check it out directly across from City Hall.
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5/23/25
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According to Monticello Mayor, Jason Akers, the sixth annual first responders day at MES was held Wednesday, May 14.
“We created this program so that children could get to know first …
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5/22/25
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Pictured are the Drew Central High School (first photo), and Monticello High School (second photo) at their respective graduation ceremonies.
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5/21/25
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Episode 10 of Monticello Minute Unscripted is on YouTube!
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5/16/25
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Union Bank hosted students from Monticello Elementary School to display art work that the students made. The students were also given a tour of the bank.
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5/16/25
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More than 610 of the state's brightest young men, representing 207 high schools throughout the state, will attend Arkansas Boys State, an immersive leadership and civic engagement experience …
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5/16/25
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The Drew County Quorum Court met at 6 p.m. on Monday, May 12. After an invocation and the Pledge Of Allegiance, the roll was called. All Justices of the Peace were present except Sheila Maxwell and …
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By Jeff McDonald - editor@monticellonews.net
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5/15/25
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MHSI hosted a Mental Health Fair at McCloy Park in Monticello on Monday, May 5, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The goal was to increase awareness of services that are available in the area and "shine a …
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5/14/25
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Episode 9 of Monticello Minute Unscripted is on Youtube
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5/9/25
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5/9/25
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On Friday, May 2, Pauline Baptist Church hosted the Discovery Skills Center’s prom. The prom kicked off at 10:30 a.m. with everyone making their entrance. Lunch was served at 11 a.m., which was …
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5/8/25
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On Thursday, May 1, people all across the United States observed the 74th annual National Day of Prayer. Drew County was no exception. At noon, a crowd gathered on the front lawn of the Drew County …
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By Jeff McDonald - editor@monticellonews.net
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5/7/25
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On Monday, April 28, Superior Crab held their official ribbon cutting at noon on the square in downtown Monticello.
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5/3/25
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Episode 8 of Monticello Minute Unscripted is on Youtube!
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5/2/25
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On Wednesday, March 19, 2025, the Department of Social Work at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) hosted Social Work: Compassion + Action Lunch-and-Learn in honor of Social Work Month. …
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5/2/25
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The Monticello School District is pleased to announce that two students have earned the Arkansas Seal of Biliteracy. Senior Sydney Delgadillo and Junior Sally Perez have proven their proficiency in …
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5/1/25
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The Monticello School Board held their regularly called meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, at the Monticello School District’s Central Office. After the roll was called, Sandra Lanehart, …
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By Jeff McDonald - editor@monticellonews.net
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4/30/25
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The Neaux Limit Lakers were crowned champions of the M40 AAU Basketball Tournament held in Roland on March 22.
Comprising a talented roster from neighboring towns of Monticello, Dermott, …
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4/26/25
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Episode 7 of Monticello Minute Unscripted is on Youtube!
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4/25/25
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On Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Sheriff Nichols, UAM Captain Pickens and Miss Arkansas Camille Cathey spoke to the entire Monticello High School Senior female class about safety and life after high …
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4/25/25
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On Thursday, April 17, Drew County Judge Jessie Griffi n and Monticello Mayor Jason Akers, along with member of the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) had a proclamation signing at the Drew …
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By Jeff McDonald - editor@monticellonews.net
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4/24/25
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4/23/25
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