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4 Juveniles Arrested for Theft of Truck from Church Parking Lot
August 28th, 2014 by iPhone
While members of First United Methodist Church were enjoying a Wednesday evening meal together, 4 juveniles allegedly stole the truck belong to one of them, from the church parking lot.
City Council Hears Public Complaints about Godfrey Ditch & Creekwood Creek Flooding Homes – Considers City Cleaning Out Drainage Ditches – Video
August 28th, 2014 by Sarah SpencerCity Attorney Whit Barton addressed the City council, Tuesday evening, about the problem of creeks flooding in Monticello.
Mr. Barton stated he was asked last week whether the City can clean out ditches on private property. He responded that the answer is no, but under the right circumstances they can. If a creek or ditch is a significant part of the City’s drainage system, then it can be cleared by the City.
Car Crashes into Comet Cleaners
August 28th, 2014 by iPhone
Tuesday, at noon, the driver of a Chevy Avalanche had left highway 425, driving toward Walmart.
As he entered the Walmart parking lot, he collided with a Pontiac Vibe, traveling from the mall parking lot behind the convenient store.
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Job Opening – Licensed Speech Therapist
August 28th, 2014 by iPhone
Discovery Children’s Center has an opening for a full-time licensed speech therapist.
Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited program of speech therapy
• Licensed by the state of Arkansas to provide speech therapy
• Pass background checks required by the agency
Monticello Police Take Ice Bucket Challenge
August 26th, 2014 by Joe Burgess18 from “The Woods” Take “Ice Bucket Challenge”
August 26th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Deer Camp Fire Results in Arson Arrest
August 26th, 2014 by iPhone
During the early morning hours, Saturday, a fire was called in at a local deer camp by camp members.
The Lacey-Ladelle Fire Department responded to the fire along with a Drew County Deputy. The fire was believed to be arson at the time because there was no electricity to the building due to it being turned off until hunting season.
Local Man Killed in Early Morning Collision
August 26th, 2014 by iPhone
A 43-year-old Monticello man lost his life around 5:25, Monday morning, in a two vehicle collision on HWY 425, near the Lincoln / Drew County line.
HIRING – Backhoe Operator & Workers
August 26th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Help Wanted: Experienced workers in large waterline installation project. Work begins mid July in Monticello. Large Job.
Backhoe operators and labor needed.
Send resume to Avis Construction, P.O. Box 1260, Greenville, MS, 38702
Lake Monticello Fails State Inspection
August 25th, 2014 by iPhone
According to the report, the Lake Monticello “dam is in need of a significant amount of work.
Intermodal Authority Grants Lipton Additional Power
August 23rd, 2014 by iPhone
The Southeast Arkansas Intermodal Authority met last week, several topics on the agenda.
Construction Problems for Monticello Schools Seem Solved on Wednesday
August 21st, 2014 by Sarah Spencer
This report was based on the situation, at Tuesday night, 8 pm, with the school board members were contemplating calling attorneys for legal action.
After reading the top report, be sure to read the final paragraph, it’s was added Thursday morning.
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At their monthly meeting, Tuesday , the Monticello School Board was presented with updates on the various campus construction projects, including significant problems that will delay progress on several building projects, and could potentially cost the District a substantial sum of money.
Walmart Donates Van to Senior Citizens Center for Meal Delivery
August 21st, 2014 by iPhone
The Area Agency on Aging has been awarded $30,000.00 through a Walmart Foundation grant for the Monticello Senior Center. The money will provide the center with a much-needed food service delivery vehicle and kitchen equipment.
More Quorum Court Videos
August 21st, 2014 by Joe Burgess
ADC Invites Drew County to Bid for New Prison Site – Video
August 20th, 2014 by iPhone
Posted below is a letter from the Arkansas Department of Correction to Drew County Judge Robert Akin, inviting the county to bid become the future home Arkansas’s next maximum-security prison, housing 1000–2000 inmates, providing 250 to 500 jobs.
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DMH CEO Gives “Promising” Update on 2 New Surgeons for Hospital
August 20th, 2014 by Joe BurgessBridge Club Winners
August 20th, 2014 by iPhoneWinners at the Town and Gown Duplicate Bridge Club on Monday, August 18 were:
1st place Jean Palsa and Sandra Lloyd
2nd place Joy and Fritz Hudson
3rd place Carolyn Tilley and Margaret Norton
Lost Pet in Parkwood
August 19th, 2014 by iPhone
He is a black shih tzu with a little white mixed in.
He may or may not have his black and white chevron collar on. He was last seen Sunday afternoon at home in parkwood.
If anyone has seen him or knows anything about him please contact Leigha at 870-723-5291
Quorum Court Discusses Insurance, Jail, & Sheriff’s Budgets
August 19th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
First Day of School Went Well, Except for Traffic & Rain
August 19th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Monticello and Drew Central schools begin the new school year, Monday.
Monticello Superintendant Bobby Harper told MLive, Read the rest of this entry »
MPD Finds Parents of Lost Toddler
August 18th, 2014 by iPhone
Around 9:45, Monday morning, a motorist near the intersection of Bolling and Borchardt Sreets , noticed a white, male 3 year old child, walking barefoot, wearing only a diaper and T-shirt, and called Monticello Police.
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City Council Meeting (8/7/14) – Videos – Reposted by Request
August 18th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
3 Car Pile-up on 425 South – Unusual License Plate Involved
August 17th, 2014 by iPhone
A three vehicle pile-up occurred, shortly after noon , Thursday, on highway 425 S.
Local Election Ballot Positions Decided
August 15th, 2014 by iPhone
Friday afternoon, local candidates and/or their representatives were invited to the courthouse to quote draw names out of a hat” for positions on the November 4 election ballot.
Nugent Drops from Mayor’s Race- Supports Rogers
August 15th, 2014 by iPhone
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- Joe Rogers
Dave Nugent, candidate for Monticello mayor, presented the following letter to County Clerk Lyna Gulledge.
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Wilmar Home Destroyed by Fire
August 15th, 2014 by iPhone
Late Monday morning, this Wilmar almost destroyed by fire.
The Wilmar fire department battled the blaze.
Drew County Sheriffs deputies and OEM also responded to the fire.
Suspect Crashes “Borrowed” 4-Wheeler – Sent to DMH
August 15th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
At 2 am, , on a recent Saturday morning, the Drew County Sheriff’s Office, Monticello Police Department and SEEMS were dispatched to Barkada Rd. in reference to an ATV accident.
Trotter Withdraws from Mayor’s Race – Endorses Rogers
August 14th, 2014 by iPhone
MLive Reaches 20,000 Pageviews, Yesterday, for the 20th Time this Year
August 13th, 2014 by iPhone
MLive wants to stop to say, “Thank you,” for the continuing support more dedicated daily readers.
Monday, MonticelloLive received over 20,000 pageviews in a single day, for the 20th time in 2014.
Once again, thank you to our readers and sponsors for making us “Monticello’s Daily News.”
Green Turf & Billie Blue – New at Hyatt Field
August 13th, 2014 by iPhone
Hyatt Field has moved into being one of the “top-of-the-line” football stadiums in the state, with its new Pro-Grass Turf,
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Audio & Suspect Pics of Armed Robbery at Jenkins Quik Stop – UPDATE – Do You Recognize this Suspect?
August 13th, 2014 by iPhone
Around 9 PM, Sunday night, 2 unidentified suspects robbed Jenkins Quick Stop on Highway 278 East.
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4-H O’Rama Winner
August 13th, 2014 by Submitted
Charlee Carter recently competed in the state 4-H O’Rama where she placed 1st in her division in the Performing Arts, Dance Category. Charlee has been in 4-H for eight years. Her project area is dance. Pictured with Carter is Dr. Tony Windham, Associate Vice President for Ag-Extension.
Advantages of Southeast AR, Job Opening, Waiver Case Manager
August 13th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Advantages of Southeast AR, Inc. is seeking applications for a Waiver Case Manager. The Case Manager will carry a consumer case load that covers 14 counties in Southeast AR. The position requires travel and 24/7 coverage for emergency calls.
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Happy 20th Anniversary
August 12th, 2014 by iPhone
Joe and Sue Burgess, of MonticelloLive.com, are celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary, today.
Joe points out that they got married the day of the 1994 baseball strike, so there was nothing else to do; Sue then reminds him the strike hasn’t lasted for 20 years, but the marriage has.
The photo was taken of an anniversary gift (sweets and sodas, of course).
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