Maverik opens

The new Maverik Convenience Store opened in Monticello on November 10 with a grand opening. An estimated 2,500 people showed up during the opening. Not bad for a town of 2,000 residents. Workers at the store include: (left to right) Blake Bingham, Josh Thiery, Cody Rush, Sherry Blair, Steve Meehan, Crystal Killary, Sara Harvey, Patrick Killary, Desiree Copple, Jenna Swidnicki, Juli Rogers, Monica Alvarado, Dan Hunter, and manager Shon Smith. Staff photo