Monticello Live

Court reports by Sarah Spencer
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After lunch recess, the court convened with the first witness returning to the stand. Upon questioning, he changed two statements, he said, after giving it some thought.

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The First Degree Murder trial for Jerry “Wesley” Pryor Jr., age 34 of Monticello, begins this morning at the courthouse.  Pryor is charged with First Degree Murder, Aggravated Residential Burglary, and Felon in Possession of a Firearms for the crime.

Just before 8 pm, Sunday night, December 9, Drew County Sheriff Dept. responded to a 911 call, reporting a shooting victim being found in a Drew County residence

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These photos were taken Monday evening of 2013’s third “Super Moon”.

A “Super Moon” is described as a new or full moon, which occurs with the moon at or near (within 90% of) its closest approach to Earth in a given orbit.

As dry conditions continue statewide, 3 woods fires have been reporteed in Drew County since Monday afternoon.

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MLive spoke to Drew County Judge Robert Akin, Tuesday afternoon, about the possiblity of a countywide Burn Ban being issued.

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The driver of this Pontiac Grand Prix was traveling south on HWY 83 (N. Gabbert St.) around 2 pm, when she lost control of her vehicle.

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The City Council also discussed, at their recent special called meeting, new road construction to alleviate traffic congestion in the areas between Drew Memorial Hospital and Barkada Road. The City had applied for a $1 million road improvement grant from the federal government through the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department.

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Joe Meeks, Ward 3 Position 2 Alderman, announced the creation of a Facebook page to enhance public awareness of current issues in the City.

Meeks told MLive, “I feel Facebook can be used as an effective tool to engage our community. When I ran for City Council, it was on a platform of transparency and openness to connect with citizens, to really be out there and easy to reach. The opportunities that social media can create through its inexpensive and widespread use are endless. By helping gather public opinion, feedback, ideas, and feeding these back to those responsible for the policy-making process, it can help rejuvenate direct democracy.”

You can like the page by visiting www.facebook.com/monticelloward3.

The City Council called a special meeting, recently, to discuss water tank repairs on the Burlington Tank on HWY 278 East.

The Burlington water tower’s repair issues have been an ongoing source of concern for the City of Monticello. Recently Mayor Maxwell contacted Utility Service Co. Inc. about repair and maintenance of the tower. An employee of Utility Service Co. was present at the Council meeting and discussed services the company can offer the City of Monticello.

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The Monticello Police Dept. are seeking the public’s help in locating 3 local suspects, who are wanted for a wide range of alleged charges.

If you know the whereabouts of any of these suspects, please call MPD at 367-3411

Click here for more info and the charges they are facing.

MLive is post articles about several area businesses that have recently opened, expanded, or took a step forward in our community.

Today’s spotlight is in recognition of the local businesses that want you to “Shop Monticello, First.”

More people know “Thai Paul” than recognize the name Chaiporn Phurisri; but once you meet him, you will be impressed with his personal story, as well as his culinary skills.

Paul is a native of Thailand, who moved to the U.S. in 1989; his family owns a restaurant in Honolulu, Hawaii; and his dad graduated from West Point Academy.  And there’s much more to learn about him as you get to know him better.

The “Tiny Thia Place'”s menu is equally impressive; offering steak and lobster, filet mignon, scallops, and varying presentations of crab legs.

For a wide range of authentic home-made dishes, made from scratch, try Thai Paul’s meals at the Tine Thai Place, located in the old Family Seafood, on HWY 278 West , or call 723-9258.

Medlin’s Metal Roofing has served Monticello for around 2 years, providng custom metal roofing and metal carport structures.

Medlin’s has recently expanded their product line by now providing Eagle Horse Barns and Big Tex and Kearney trailers.  Many styles of both lines are available.  Stop by Medlins, on HWY 425 North,  to see the full selection to choose from.

This article re-printed from SalineRiverChronicle.com.

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This large tree, on HWY 35 East around 4pm, is one of multiple tree that fell, due to the thunderstorms that passed through Drew County, Thursday afternoon.

Both state and county road crews were called out to clear the roads, as law enforcement helped located the bloakcages, and deal with passing traffic.

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Salon re-opened at 606 West Bolling, with new owner Hope Forrest Campbell and local stylist Dawn Marter.

The salon welcomed guests at their recent Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting, with the Chamber of Commerce.

Call 460-5002.

The convenience store located at the intersection of E. Gaines and E. McCloy Streets has a new owner.

Omar Ali, owner of McGehee’s H&L Deli are remodeling their new Monticello business and plan to add some new deli and food items for customers.

The Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL) is pleased to announce that Judy Calhoun, Director for the Southeast Arkansas Regional Library has been elected to its board.

ARSL is a national organization of over 700 people whose mission is to provide a network of people and materials to support rural and small library staff, volunteers and trustees to integrate the library thoroughly with the life and work of the community it serves.

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A residence on Texas Street had their weekly trash waiting by the road, Tuesday morning.

The containers, however, were marked at “BIO-HAZARD”.

Although it appears to be a simple case of re-using boxes, it wasn’t the best choice of boxes to choose to put your trash in. Not to mention, they’re not the approved city containers.

A local 37 year old man was arrested by the Drew County Sheriff Dept. for the alleged rape of a local teenager and the sexual assault of another.

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Around 7 pm, Tuesday, an eastbound white Chevy Silverado reportedly pulled out in front of a northbound white Chevy Silverado, causing an auto accident.

The eastbound truck had the stop sign.

A passenger in the northbound Silverado was transported to Drew Memorial by SEEMS.

The driver in the eastbound Silverado was transported to the County Detention Facility for a BAC test, as aluminum cans were seen strewn alongside the vehicle at the crash scene.

MPD worked the wreck.  Reliable Towing removed the northbound vehicle.