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Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Monticello's Thomas Holland finds purpose in giving back (advancemonticellonian.com) — A Monticello High School senior is pouring his energy into faith, scouting, and community service projects that directly benefit local kids and families. From helping feed students at Monticello and Drew Central schools to planning benches along Lake Monticello's trails, he's balancing a packed schedule while encouraging younger Scouts and classmates to stay calm, focused, and generous.
• Weevils second half comeback secures first win for Gary Goff (advancemonticellonian.com) — University of Arkansas at Monticello football fans saw a big turnaround as the Boll Weevils erased a 17-0 deficit to beat Arkansas Tech 30-20 at home. The comeback delivered UAM's first win of the 2026 season and the first victory for new head coach Garry Goff, extending the Weevils' win streak over Tech to three games.
• - A Natural State Funeral Service (anaturalstatefuneralservice.com) — A woman born in Monticello in 1948 is being remembered for her deep Christian faith, decades of ministry with her husband in Romance, and award-winning artwork celebrating Arkansas' natural beauty. Family and friends can pay their respects at visitation and funeral services in Romance on October 2, with burial to follow at the local cemetery.
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