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Drew County Seeks Bids for 2026 Road Paving and Asphalt Projects

Wednesday, February 4 by Luke Matheson

The Drew County Road Department is accepting bids for upcoming road work and materials for 2026, according to notices released this week. One project includes paving Harris Road off Highway 13 to the lake entrance, a distance of approximately one mile. In addition to the paving... Read More.

Drew County to Host Public Seminar on Recent Road Improvements

Wednesday, January 28 by Luke Matheson

A Road Seminar aimed at updating residents on recent improvements to county roadways will be held Thursday, Jan. 29, at the Drew County Courthouse courtroom. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. and will focus on work completed by the Drew County Road... Read More.

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Suspect Arrested After Multi-Agency Chase in Drew County Drug Case

Friday, January 23 by Luke Matheson

A man wanted on a felony warrant is in custody following a vehicle pursuit and drug arrest involving multiple law enforcement agencies in Drew County. According to the 10th Judicial District Drug Task Force (DTF), agents were in the Wilmar area on Jan. 22 when... Read More.

Communication issues discussed by Drew County Quorum Court

Friday, January 16 by Ray King

Calls for transparency between Drew County Judge Jessie Griffin and members of the Quorum Court delayed the most recent meeting with after Justice Frank Appleberry made a verbal motion asking the judge to be more forthcoming to members. According to the Advance Monticellonian newspaper, Appleberry... Read More.

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Drew County Sheriffs Office Announces Leadership Promotions

Tuesday, January 6 by Luke Matheson

The Drew County Sheriff’s Office announced several promotions this week as part of an effort to strengthen operations and continue improving service to the community. Sheriff Tim Nichols said the promotions come after a period of reflection and evaluation within the department as it looks... Read More.

Wilmar Man Held on $100,000 Bond After First Degree Murder Charge in Drew County Shooting

Tuesday, December 23 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: A first judicial appearance was held Monday for William Tadel, who appeared before Judge Crews Puryear on Dec. 22, 2025. During the hearing, Tadel was issued a $100,000 commercial bond and ordered to comply with several additional conditions of release. Court officials did not... Read More.

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National Speaker Laura Stack to Hold Assemblies on Dangers of High-Potency Marijuana in Drew, Bradley Counties

Tuesday, December 2 by Luke Matheson

Nationally known speaker and youth marijuana prevention advocate Laura Stack will visit Drew and Bradley counties next week to speak with parents, caregivers and community leaders about the dangers of high-potency marijuana products and their impact on adolescent mental health. Stack, the founder and CEO... Read More.

Drew and Bradley County Authorities Seeking Wanted Felony Suspect

Tuesday, November 18 by Luke Matheson

Law enforcement agencies in Drew and Bradley counties are asking for the public’s help locating a man wanted on multiple felony charges. According to Drew County Sheriff Tim Nichols, 55-year-old Larry B. Peifer, born November 4, 1969, is wanted by both counties for several offenses,... Read More.

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Sales tax collections in Drew County reportedly lag behind last year’s total

Friday, November 14 by Ray King

At its most recent meeting, the Drew County Quorum Court was told that county-wide sales tax collections are trending slightly below amounts collected last year. County Treasurer Charlie Searcy reported that this is the first year over year decline in roughly 12 or 13 years... Read More.

Drew County Election 2026 Sees Diverse Field of Candidates for Local Offices

Wednesday, November 12 by Luke Matheson

Candidates across Drew County have filed for local offices ahead of the 2026 election cycle, with several incumbents and new faces officially entering the races. As of November 10, filings include a mix of Republican, Independent, and Democratic candidates seeking county and municipal positions. For County... Read More.

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Updated Political Filings for Drew County Races

Monday, November 10 by Luke Matheson

Political hopefuls across Drew County have officially begun filing paperwork for the upcoming 2025 election cycle, with candidates declaring for a range of county, city, and township offices. The filing period has already produced a number of contested races, including for county judge, sheriff, and... Read More.

Updated Candidate Filings Announced in Drew County

Wednesday, November 5 by Luke Matheson

Political filings continue across Arkansas, and the Drew County Clerk’s Office has released an updated list of local candidates seeking public office. In the race for County Judge, three candidates have filed: Jessie Griffin and Michael Owens, both Republicans, and Robert Akin, who filed as... Read More.

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Drew County Seeks Bids for 2026 Road Paving and Asphalt Projects

Drew County to Host Public Seminar on Recent Road Improvements

Suspect Arrested After Multi-Agency Chase in Drew County Drug Case

Communication issues discussed by Drew County Quorum Court

Drew County Sheriffs Office Announces Leadership Promotions

Wilmar Man Held on $100,000 Bond After First Degree Murder Charge in Drew County Shooting

National Speaker Laura Stack to Hold Assemblies on Dangers of High-Potency Marijuana in Drew, Bradley Counties

Drew and Bradley County Authorities Seeking Wanted Felony Suspect

Sales tax collections in Drew County reportedly lag behind last year’s total

Drew County Election 2026 Sees Diverse Field of Candidates for Local Offices

Updated Political Filings for Drew County Races

Updated Candidate Filings Announced in Drew County

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