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Members of the Arkansas Zeta chapter of the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society, housed at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), attended the 2026 National Convention of Alpha Chi in …
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4/25/26
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Episode 11 of Season 3 of Monticello Minute Unscripted is on Youtube!
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4/24/26
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The Arkansas School Boards Association Educational Foundation is proud to announce Margaret “Maggie” Fakouri of Monticello High School as the recipient of the 2026 Marshall R. Hughes Scholarship, …
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4/24/26
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The University of Arkansas at Monticello Esports League of Legends takes on High Point University on Monday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the championship match of the PlayVS College League Ranked …
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4/23/26
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The Kiwanis Club of Monticello has announced its annual Flag Sale fundraiser, dedicated to supporting children throughout Drew County. This year’s campaign includes a special project in celebration …
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4/22/26
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According to Mayor Jason Akers, local organizers in cooperation with the City of Monticello will host the inaugural Monticello Big Bass Tournament on May 16, 2026.
The event, billed as …
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4/22/26
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For Alana Alexander, being chosen as one of Monticello’s “12 Under 12” students is more than recognition — it’s an opportunity to share a message she hopes others will carry with them.
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By Ashley Hogg and Hannah Diffee
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4/22/26
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Three students from the School of Business at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) won four awards at the Arkansas Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate State Leadership …
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4/21/26
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Students and faculty from the School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) participated in the 2026 Arkansas STEM Posters at the Capitol event held at …
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4/20/26
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Members of the Arkansas Society Daughters of the American Revolution (ASDAR), Colonel David Love Chapter, recently recognized its 2026 DAR Good Citizen awardees from local area high schools. Lynley …
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4/19/26
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A new camera system should be installed at the Drew County Detention Center in the near future following a vote by the quorum court to appropriate additional funds for the project. Sheriff Tim …
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By Beverly Burks
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4/18/26
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Episode 10 of Season 3 of Monticello Minute Unscripted is on Youtube!
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4/17/26
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Drew County Master Gardeners met on April 8, 2026. Jessie Chappell presented an interesting program on the planting and care of pecan trees. Kelly Sayyar and Tabitha Lee were honored as Outstanding …
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4/17/26
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A Drew County jury convicted Sabrina Anderson of Felon in Possession of a Firearm, a Class B felony, following a November 6, 2025, incident in Monticello. The jury recommended a sentence of …
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4/16/26
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As Arkansas continues to rank first in the nation for postpartum mortality and morbidity, the Labor and Delivery team at Baptist Health Medical Center–Drew County is working with purpose and …
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By Heather Perry - Advance Reporter
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4/15/26
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The Miracle League of Southeast Arkansas kicked off its 2026 baseball season with a game on Tuesday, April 14. The SEARK Miracle League is a non-profit organization focused on providing individuals …
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4/15/26
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In her first season on the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) Trap Shooting team, Sarah Forrest is already making her mark. On March 15, Forrest, a sophomore K-6 elementary education major at …
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4/14/26
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Betsy Anderson (pictured left) spoke to the local Rotary Club about how The Call of Southeast Arkansas helps equip foster families with any and all resources they might need while fostering a child. …
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4/13/26
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UAM Kids’ University will be held at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) from July 6 through July 9, 2026.
The summer enrichment program carries out a mission …
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4/12/26
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On Friday, April 3, Techknow 123 hosted an Easter egg hunt at the Wilmar Community Center. More than 500 eggs were filled by employees for the non-profit organization, Techknowkids. The event …
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4/11/26
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Arkansas Boys State will welcome 580 young men from 200 high schools across the state to its 85th summer session, held May 24-29, 2026, at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. Sponsored by …
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4/11/26
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Episode 9 of Season 3 of Monticello Minute Unscripted is on YouTube!
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4/10/26
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A legal dispute over control of Immanuel Baptist Church in Monticello will now be decided in Drew County, as a federal judge has ruled the case should return to local court.
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By Ashley Hogg, with reporting from the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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4/10/26
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On Thursday, North Arkansas College of the University of Arkansas (UA Northark) and the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) announced a new partnership that will allow UA Northark students to …
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4/10/26
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Moonraker Studios marked its first anniversary on Saturday, April 4, with festivities moving forward despite gloomy weather. The celebration gave attendees the chance to admire local art, enjoy …
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By Hannah Diffee
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4/9/26
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