Pauline Baptist Church held their 11th annual Wild Game Supper at 6 p.m. on Thursday, February 6. Justice Mitchell was this year’s featured speaker.
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2/16/25
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This week marks five years since the disappearance of Marquis Martin. Since taking Office as Drew County Sheriff in 2023, we have worked alongside members of the Arkansas State Police, the Federal …
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2/15/25
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“On February 13, 2025 at approximately 8:14pm Drew County 911 received a call in reference to a shooting incident on Avery Rd. Prior to arrival a suspect was developed and was apprehended …
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Message by Sheriff Tim Nichols
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2/14/25
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2/14/25
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The Drew County Quorum Court met at 6 p.m. in the District Court Building on Monday, February 10. After calling the roll, all of the Justices of the Peace were present except for Roger Harris and …
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By Jeff McDonald - editor@monticellonews.net
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2/13/25
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The Monticello Economic Development Commission met at noon at the Monticello Country Club on Wednesday, February 5.
Commission Chair Bennie Ryburn, III, stated that sales tax collection for the …
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By Jeff McDonald - editor@monticellonews.net
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2/12/25
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On January 30, Monticello Library Branch Manager, Shannon Rodriguez, and newly retired Library Director, Judy Calhoun, proudly dedicated the library's brand-new Children's mural (by artist, Erin …
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2/8/25
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The Monticello Parks and Recreation Commission me at 6 p.m. on Monday, February 3, at the Sadie T. Johnson Community Building. The roll was called and commissioners Marty Davis, Rick Donham, Amanda …
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By Jeff McDonald - editor@monticellonews.net
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2/7/25
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The University of Arkansas at Monticello Weevils Baseball team got the honor to speak with 11 time MLB All-Star, Seven time Cy Young award winner, and two time World Series Champion, Roger Clemens …
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2/6/25
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Yukiko Bivens held a ribbon cutting and open house at her office over the weekend.
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By Jeff McDonald - editor@monticellonews.net
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2/5/25
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Coach John Harvey and members of the UAM Baseball team were the guest speakers at Monticello Rotary Club’s meeting on Thursday, January 23. They discussed last season’s success, and the …
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2/2/25
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Arkansas House Speaker Brian S. Evans has announced the appointment of Rep. Mike Holcomb (District 93) as chair of the House Public Transportation Committee. This marks Rep. Holcomb’s fourth …
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2/1/25
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Drew Central Middle School took 10 incredible students to the Junior Beta Convention to compete in various categories, and they couldn’t be more proud of their hard work and success.
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1/31/25
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Options, Inc. held their annual banquet Monday, January 27, at Pauline Baptist Church. The banquet featured a silent auction, testimonies from survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, …
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1/30/25
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The Monticello City Council convened for a meeting on Tuesday, January 28, with all council members present. Several important resolutions were discussed and passed, while some issues were tabled for …
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By Advance Staff
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1/29/25
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The Biology Club and Pre-Professional Club at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) held a series of on-campus toy drives between November 18 and December 5 to benefit children at Arkansas …
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1/25/25
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I have a dream. We’ve all heard the words that are associated with one of the most famous speeches in existence. Every January, we are reminded that on August 28, 1963, for 17 minutes, Martin …
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By Joanna Poole - reporter@theeagledemocrat.com
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1/24/25
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Wilmar hosted the 1st annual MLK Marade on Monday, January 20. The Marade was a success, with a good turnout.
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1/23/25
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The local NAACP chapter held an awards banquet where local African American Law Enforcement Offi cers were honored. Pictured above are just a handful of those honored.
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1/22/25
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Lindsey Barton was the winner of $100 in the subscription drawing held in December by the Advance.
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By Andrea Mann
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1/19/25
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Monticello is getting closer to the opening of a new seafood restaurant. Superior Crab will be opening in the building which formerly housed Bella Luna.
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By Ashley Hogg
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1/18/25
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Work continues on the two roundabouts being built in town.
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By Jeff McDonald - editor@monticellonews.net
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1/17/25
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Monticello School District offers Advance Placement incentive program awards for the 2024 end-of-course exams. Knowing that great amounts of time and energy are put into the AP courses they offer, …
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1/16/25
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The Drew County Quorum Court opened 2025 with their monthly meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, January 13. After calling the roll, all of the Justices of the Peace were present, including recently elected …
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By Jeff McDonald - editor@monticellonews.net
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1/15/25
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According to Monticello Mayor Jason Akers, City Hall will be receiving a makeover starting this week.
The 90 year old concrete area in front of City Hall has been the scene of many trips and …
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1/11/25
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