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Staff Sergeant Joseph Bivens Visits Discover Children’s Center On Veteran’s Day

November 16th, 2014 by Submitted

Discovery Children’s Center would like to say a big THANK YOU to Staff Sergeant Joseph Bivens for stopping by and reading to us for Veteran’s Day.

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Discovery Skills Center Volunteer To Support Boots & Badges

November 16th, 2014 by Submitted

Some of the consumers from the Discovery Skills Center volunteered some of their time recently to support Boots & Badges for Special Olympics.

Boots & Badges is a Special Olympic fundraiser led by Local law enforcement and firefighters.

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Drew Central Choir Booster Club Basket Winners

November 15th, 2014 by Drew Central Schools

Drew Central High School Choir Boosters announce the Themed Basket Winners.
Congratulations to the winners of our basket drawing:

Rebecca Groeteke – Ladies Night Out.
Ashley Wright – Music.
Chris Booker – Tailgate Basket.

Untitled-1 copy Ladies’ Night Out Basket Value: $252

Untitled-2 copy Music Basket Value: $ 500

Untitled-3 copy Tailgate Basket Value: $85

Untitled-4 copy Hunting Basket Value: $150
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Mini-Miracle March by Head of the Class

November 14th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

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“Moonshine” Now Open on HWY 425 North

November 14th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

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Happy Birthday

November 14th, 2014 by Submitted

Wishing Tyreke Haynes a Happy and Blessed 4th Birthday!

From his mom, dad, grandmother Sheila, and little brother MJ

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Hartness Law Firm Moves to West Gaines

November 13th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

Attorney Sara M. Hartness, who was recently elected as district judge, has moved her office to 534 West Gaines, between Griffin Heat & Air and Paint and Lighting Plus.

The office’s contact info remains the same,; phone number is 367-8304.

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Gibson & Keith add Curry to Firm

November 13th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

Mr. Lee Douglas Curry has joined the law firm of Gibson & Keith as an Associate Attorney.

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Family Dollar Opening Expected around January

November 13th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

Local folks have been watching the construction of Family Dollar, a nationwide retail chain, and the ongoing construction of their new facility, near the 425/278 intersection, for several month.

One of this week’s projects is caulking between the concrete parking lot sections.

The latest estimate is that new store will be open for business around the first of 2015.

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Stylist Crystal Amos Joins Salon Hello Beautiful

November 13th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

Salon Hello Beautiful welcomes stylist Crystol Amos to our staff.

Call 460-5322 to schedule appintments, or stop by our salon at 606 West Bolling.

Salon Hello Beautiful offers a full range of hair care service, among other conveniences.

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3 Cars & Big Rig Collide on 278 E.

November 12th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

Tuesday afternoon, shortly before 1 o’clock, a 4 vehicle accident occurred on highway 278 East, approximately 5 miles out of Monticello.
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Adair Crowned Miss Buck Fever

November 12th, 2014 by iPhone

Caroline Adair was crowned 2014 Miss Buck Fever at this Saturday during the annual Buck Fever Festival in Banks.

Caroline is the 16 year old daughter of Dale & Misty Jones and William Adair of Monticello.

She was crowned by Kelsey Windham, pictured left, 2013 Miss Buck Fever.

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Ryburn Automotive Superstore Names “Salesman of the Month”

November 12th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

Congratulations to David Atwell, the Ryburn Automotive Salesman of the month for October.

Stop by Ryburns and see one of our friendly sales staff members for that new or like-new vehicle you’ve been wanting.

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Happy Birthday

November 12th, 2014 by Submitted

Happy 10th Birthday, Meygan Elizabeth.

We hope that you have a fabulous day!

Love, Dad, Mom and Bethanee

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Veterans Day Program at County Counthouse – Video

November 11th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

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Now Open, Scissortail’s Trading Post

November 11th, 2014 by iPhone

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Marie Finishes Mid South Half Marathon

November 11th, 2014 by Submitted

Marie not only finished the half marathon. She was first in her age group.

She had a great time. And all I can say is I’m proud of her. Great job!!!!

David Rodela

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The Hacketts at Fall Festival – Videos

November 9th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

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Festival Photos

November 8th, 2014 by iPhone

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Gibson’s Latest Letter to Siemens, “State Police Polygraphs,” Warranties, & Potential Lawsuit

November 7th, 2014 by Submitted

Attorney Cliff Gibson wrote a response letter to Siemens, in response to their recent reply to his last letter, in reference to the manyquestion about a wide range of issues and legaalites in the city’s water project, being contracted with their company.

Here is a summary of Gibson’s letter. (The unedited letter, along with the response letter from Siemens are posted in PDF form, below)
Letter to Siemens Legal Counsel

Response Letter from Siemens’ Legal Counsel

Dear Mr. Shamash: (attorney for Siemens)
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Christmas Open House, at City Drug

November 7th, 2014 by iPhone

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Billies End Season at Dewitt with 24–20 Loss

November 7th, 2014 by iPhone

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Tucker Wins Mayor’s Race, Avoids Run-off By 1/2 %

November 6th, 2014 by iPhone

Zack Tucker, former assistant to Mayor Allen Maxwell, won Tuesday’s mayor election over current mayor Joe Rogers and former city council member Thomas “Sonny” Thornhill.

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MFD Visits Discovery Children’s Center

November 5th, 2014 by Submitted

Carmene & Jamere (1) Discovery Children’s Center would like to say Thank You to the Monticello Fire Department for visiting our center and teaching us about the fire trucks as part of our Fire Safety unit.

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Discovery Children’s Center Trike A Thon For St. Jude

November 5th, 2014 by Submitted

Trecen & Adam (2) Discovery Children’s Center had a trike a thon for St. Jude.

Pictured are Adam Elayah and Trecen Scott. They raised the most money for St. Jude.

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Helping Our Community One Improvement At A Time

November 5th, 2014 by Submitted

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Thank You Note from Sheilla Lampkin

November 5th, 2014 by Joe Burgess

Thank you to the voters of Drew and Ashley counties for your tremendous and gratifying support in the November general election! I am honored and humbled by your faith in me. I will continue to serve you fulltime and represent your best interests. I am not perfect, as are none of us, but I am sincere and unselfish. May the life I am living, and have lived, speak for me.