5 - Hometown Feature News
Hannah Diffee
Professor Reppert
Reporting and Writing for the Mass Media
Fall 2024
5 - Hometown Feature News
Monticello, AR: Sunset on the Square
On October 18, vendors and the community lit up downtown Monticello for "Sunset on the Square." The annual event, hosted by the Monticello Advertising & Promotion (A&P) Commission, partnered with Monticello's monthly Food Truck Friday festivities to bring an exciting variety of local food and specialty items.
Businesses at the event included Cheesecake on Point!, Monticello Coffee Company, K&K's Taco Spot, Haven and Honey, Peyday Treats, and The Book Haven.
Sunset on the Square in Monticello tonight from 5pm to 8pm! Come by and see us! 🫶🏼📚
Posted by The Book Haven on Friday, October 18, 2024
Ryan Copico, a member of the Monticello A&P Commission, shared a virtual walk-through of the event on Food Truck Friday's Facebook page. He encouraged members of the community to come out and support local businesses. "There's something for everybody," he stated.
The Monticello Police Department blocked all vehicle traffic through the square and put detours in place to keep families safe during the evening.
Source: Monticello PD Facebook Page
Overall, the event was a hit, with 15 food trucks and a wide range of vendors for the public to browse.
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