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Monticello Police officers have been busy over the weekend, including making two arrests for DWI within minutes of each other, Saturday evening, around 9 o’clock.

Cedric Arrington, of Monticello, was arrested on DWI-Drug charges, and a few minutes later, in a separate traffic stop, Marshall Goodman, of McGehee, was arrested and charged with DWI.

Drew Central students and teachers will begin their second semester of classes this morning.

Monticello teachers will have staff development meetings today, while Monticello students will be returning to school on Tuesday, according to the school’s websites.

Arkansas residents must go to the tax assessor’s office at the Courthouse and assess for the new tax year 2009, before they can do any motor vehicle transaction (such as renewing a license or buying license for a new purchase).

In the event that this involves a license that expired in 2008, it still must be assessed after January 2, 2009.

Saturday morning, around 7:15, this Toyota Yaris was northbound on South Main Street, when it’s driver lost control in a curve, near Willis Street, causing the car to cross into the oncoming lane of traffic.  The 18 year old female driver of the Toyota, was given sobriety field tests and a portable breath test by Trooper Clayton Moss, and registered double the limit for an adult.  She was arrested and charged with DWI and careless driving.

Traveling south at the same time was the Mazda Protege, shown here.  Ironically it seems by comparing other reports, that the Protege was involved in a separate minor accident earlier that same morning.

In spite of being arrested for DWI, the 18 year old was actually very fortunate. This photo shows the edge of a drainage ditch, where the Yaris struck the end warning post, before spinning back into the road, and then entering the nearby yard.  A neighbor recalls there had been one car run off into the ravine, several years ago.

Monticello Police worked the wreck. J. A. Goad Towing removed the Toyota.  Tommy’s Wrecker pulled the Mazda.

A surprise presentation of an American Legion citation to Mr. PQ for over 50 years of service & dedication by (L) Houston Berryman, Past Dept. Commander & (R)Glenn Killebrew, Commander. This presentation took place at the celebration.

Mr. P.Q. and his birthday cake.

Alan Gardner from Georgia, Mr. P.Q., Lewis Gardner from Hot Springs, Chad Gardner from Benton, & Larry Gardner from Arkadelphia.

Gardner family photo Click here to read more.

There will be a Driver Safety Course offered for older drivers on January 9, beginning at 9 a.m. and lasting until 1 p.m.  The event is sponsored by the Drew County Retired Teacher’s Association, and will be held at the First United Methodist Church, here in Monticello.

Early registration is requested, and class size is limited.  The cost is $12 for members, and $14 for non-members.

For more information or to register, call Robbie Stephenson at 460-0381.

Do you need help in filing a claim with the Veteran’s Administration for SC Disability Compensation, NSC Pension, Health Care ?  The Drew County Veteran’s Service Office provides this service to veterans.

We also assist families of deceased veterans in requesting headstones and related memorials,also outreach services for V.A. Educational Programs, V.A. Guaranteed Loan Eligibility Certificates.  Our office hours are 8 a.m. till 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. 

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Senior Raymond Wright scored a career high 32 points to aid the University of Arkansas at Monticello men’s basketball team to a 71-62 win over Montevallo on Saturday afternoon. Click here to read more.

The University of Arkansas at Monticello women’s basketball team wrapped up its non-conference portion of the schedule with a 74-47 loss to Louisiana-Monroe in exhibition play on Saturday night. Click here to read more.

New Year Presents New Opportunities Click here to read more.

Truman Hamilton’s recent report to the city council included information about the December meeting of the Intermodal Authority.

The construction of the access road is on hold until the ground dries enough to get compaction. The bids for construction of the water and sewer improvements came in under engineer estimates at $101,744.00

Work on that can proceed even with the ground wet. Township Builders from Little Rock was the low bidder.

Work is underway now to secure funding for the improvements needed for the intermodal sewer infrastructure. Click here to read more.

Fishing guide Greg Gulledge (870-723-3928) with Basshunters Custom Crankbaits said crappie fishing is picking up on LakeMonticello. Crappie, white bass and yellow bass are biting jigs and minnows in deep water. Few anglers have been bass fishing in the last few weeks.

This month, the State Capitol will become a lively hub of activity, as State Senators and Representatives come together for Arkansas’s 87th General Assembly. When the Legislature convenes on January 12th, members will face the challenge of meeting the needs and obligations of State government in a difficult economic environment. Click here to read more.

The University of Arkansas at Monticello women’s basketball team could not overcome the hot three-point shooting of the Northwestern State Lady Demons in an 86-69 loss in exhibition play Friday night. Click here to read more.

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