Dear Editor, Many years ago, the Mentone Chamber of Commerce held a Halloween celebration with a costume contest. Then, several of the downtown merchants decided to be open for trick or treat, along with the people in town. In the last few years, the fire department decided to open its doors for treats and the United …read more.

MENTONE — Those expecting the Battle of the Board during the Monday, Nov. 2, Mentone Town Council meeting were pleasantly surprised as things proceeded peacefully. After approving previous minutes, the council unanimously voted to begin advertising for a new deputy marshal. Town Marshal Jim Eads asked to clarify whether the hiring would begin as of Jan. 1, to which Council …read more.