The American Ambulance Association (AAA) recently announced the winners of the inaugural Vanguard Award, and Monticello’s Sherry Carson was one the the recipients. The Vanguards honor … more

Martha Coleman was presented with this award in appreciation for her 21 years of service to the Monticello Senior Citizens Center. more

As part of the Mayors Office’s efforts to correct decades worth of drain issues, a massive blocked storm drain channel that was not visible from the ground or air was found in an overgrown part … more

According to Mayor Jason Akers, Monticello “greatly underutilized” the technology at its disposal and established protocol that the Mayor believes will improve services to citizens and … more

Two fresh faces have joined the local media staff at Drew County News, Inc.   Jeff McDonald, who has served on the editorial staff since March, was promoted to Editor at a recent company … more

Monticello Economic Development Commission proudly introduces Delta Data Services to our community.  “It has been a pleasure working with Delta Data Services to locate their facility … more

According to   Monticello Mayor Jason Akers, another infrastructure project for the residents of Monticello is underway. Well No. 4, which supplies water to residents on Oakland, Conley, … more

As the Mayor’s Office continues efforts to address and improve Monticello’s infrastructure and water system, a recent inspection of one of the cities towers was ordered and … more