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Drew Central Elementary fourth grade teacher, Eva Arrington, was selected to work on the LEARNS Act Committee, Teaching and Learning Literacy, led by Dr. Kiffany Pride, Assistant Commissioner of … more
The Alex Foundation, based in Dermott, received a grant in the amount of $189,899 from the National Endowment for the Humanities. This grant was for their project A Sense of Place: Architecture, … more
The University of Arkansas at Monticello's College of Forestry, Agriculture, and Natural Resources proudly introduces the Dr. Kelly J. Bryant Endowed Scholarship for Agriculture, honoring the legacy … more
Former Monticello Postmaster Don Scogin (right) congratulates current Postmaster Danny McNeil (left) on his pending retirement August 31. Scogin was postmaster from 1992 until his retirement in 2008. … more
This aerial photo shows the water levels at Lake Monticello. Due to high amounts of rainfall, the refill is progressing nicely. more
The August meeting of the Monticello City Council was called to order at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 22, by Mayor Jason Akers. After an invocation by Stephen Coburn and the Pledge of Allegiance, the … more
According to Monticello Police Chief, Carlos Garcia, the police department has arrested a wanted person, Justin C. Carter, 24, from Georgia. Carter applied for an open patrolman position via email … more
Lore Ward and Madilyn Bonds from Monticello Coffee Company recently competed in a Barista Throwdown in central Arkansas hosted by Fidel and Co. It was an informal competition where baristas compete … more
SEARK Children’s Clinic opened in June, and provides pediatric services to area children. Of these services, one is fairly new to our area. Pediatric Occupational Therapy is now available in … more
The August meeting of the Drew County Quorum Court was held on Monday, August 14. Judge Jessie Griffin called the meeting to order and the roll was called with all of the Justices of the Peace … more
Chairman Dan Boice called the monthly meeting of the Monticello Planning Commission to order at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 8. Other members present were Kathy Campbell, Lou Lambert, Bubba Groves, Nick … more
On Monday, August 7, the Advance staff had the pleasure of meeting with the administrators from the Drew Central School District. As the district gears up for a new school year, our staff took a few … more
In an effort to systematically improve storm drainage for residents, Streets and Drainage Crews cleared years worth of debris and overgrowth in a large stretch of area including Jordan Park, Sadie … more
According to Monticello Chief Carlos Garcia, the Monticello Police Department is mourning the passing of the police department's K9, Cezar, more
On Wednesday, August 2, the Monticello Economic Development Commission held their monthly meeting at the Monticello Country Club.   MEDC Director, Nita McDaniel gave a report on prospective … more
On Monday, July 31, Monticello Mayor Jason Akers signed the construction project contract with McClelland Engineering and KJ Parker Construction to begin repairing the infrastructure on Davis and … more
On Friday, August 4, Options Inc. Domestic Violence Shelter held an open house from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. This open house showcased the many improvement projects completed by Correct Craft crews over … more
According to the Monticello Chief of Police, Carlos Garcia, the Monticello Police Department dispatch received a call around 9:26 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26, of a hit and run. A couple was walking … more
On Monday, July 31, Mayor Jason Akers signed a proclamation recognizing August 6-12 as National Health Center Week. The goal of National Health Center Week is raising awareness about the mission and … more
These improvements are going to provide a north-south connection between the Highway 83 Spur and U.S. Highway 278 W.  This project is over one and … more
The Monticello Advertising and Promotion Commission met on Monday, July 24, to hold their monthly meeting. All were present with the exception of Al Peer.   Shannon Herman called the … more
Monticello Ambulance Service, Inc presented Drew County with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for use in cardiac emergencies. Training for the use of the AED will also be provided as needed. … more
On Monday, July 24, the Drew Memorial Health System’s Board of Directors held their monthly meeting. Mike Akin called the meeting to order at 12:40 p.m. with all members except Lagarian Cross … more
The Arkansas Press Association held their yearly conference and awards ceremony on July 21-22. This year was a special time as the APA celebrated 150 years in operation, making it the longest tenured … more
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