Around 6 PM, Thursday evening, this loaded flatbed trailer was pulling out of Wilson Mill Road onto Highway 425 south of Monticello, when it struck a GMC Yukon, which was in the southbound turning lane, attempting to turn onto Wilson Mill road.
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Truck Troubles #2
March 28th, 2014 by iPhone
Around 10 PM, Thursday night, this Jack’s pizza truck ran off the road, near Dead Man’s Curve on the highway 278 E.
Joe Rogers Enters Mayors Race
March 28th, 2014 by iPhone
Former Mayor Joe Rogers entered the mayors race, Thursday, by filing his petition to run as an Independent in the June 24 special election.
Rogers also plans to run for the 4 year term as Mayor, in the general election, in November.
Rogers served as Mayor from 2007-2010, and runs Rogers Mens Wear.
Slow Traffic on 278 East
March 27th, 2014 by iPhone
A donkey escaped around noon today from his pasture on Cash St.
Thanks for sharing the photo.
After Slow Speed Pursuit, The Suspect was Coralled
March 27th, 2014 by iPhone
“20 for the Future” Returns from Washington D .C.
March 27th, 2014 by iPhone
10 local business, community, and economic leaders from Monticello have just returned from Washington DC, where they met with our state’s senators and congressmen, seeking federal support for local projects.
Projects included I-530, I-69, and the need for a new science building at UAM.
MEDC’s Bennie Ryburn III considers the trip a success, “We met with a lot of good people that offered to assist us in the search for funding for the issues and projects that we presented to them. ”
Jo Ann Trotter Files for Mayor
March 27th, 2014 by iPhone
Jo Ann Trotter has turned in her petition of signatures to enter the election for interim mayor.
Trotter works at DHS and is a new member of the parks committee.
New CEO Hired by Hospital
March 27th, 2014 by iPhone
The Drew Memorial Hospital Board of Directors spent a large portion of Monday’s hospital financial meeting, with their “CEO candidate #1,” that they had recently offered the administrator position to.
Google Car “Viewing ” Monticello
March 26th, 2014 by iPhone
If ever wondered how “street views” on computer networks got photos of your house and neighborhood, this is what they use.
State Overlays 3 City Streets
March 26th, 2014 by iPhone
As a part of the “state aid to cities” program, 3 local streets were recently overlayed.
The streets included in North Hyatt (near the country club), the west end of Jordan drive (near the armory), and Hillcrest (between Pine and Maple streets).
Local Agent Recognized At Statewide Meeting
March 26th, 2014 by Submitted
Mike Zieman, LUTCF, of Monticello was recognized at the Farm Bureau Statewide Agents and Agency Managers meeting March 13 for his total performance during 2013. Zieman received the Master Producer award for his outstanding insurance production. He also received the Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company-Leadership Council award.
Arkansas Farm Bureau is a nonprofit, private farm and rural advocacy organization of more than 195,000 families throughout the state working to improve farm and rural life.
Twenty for the Future Meets with Sen . Pryor
March 25th, 2014 by iPhone
U.S. Senator Mark Pryor met with Monticello Twenty for the Future, Tuesday morning, in his Washington, D.C. office to talk about how they work together to bring jobs and economic development to Drew County.
Armed Bank Robbery Reported in Ashley County
March 25th, 2014 by iPhone
According to AshleyCountyLedger.com, a rural Ashley County Bank was robbed at gunpoint Friday afternoon.
I Am Lost
March 25th, 2014 by Submitted
Went missing 3 days ago from Cominto on Cominto School Road. I am a black and tan Chihuahua and my name is Winston. If anyone finds me please call my owner at 870-538-7059, there is a reward.
Local Leaders Visiting Washington DC, Supporting Area Projects
March 24th, 2014 by iPhone
At least 10 business, community, and economic leaders from Monticello are visiting Washington DC’s Arkansas delegates today and tomorrow, seeking federal support for local projects.
Thank You Mayor Maxwell, You Will Be Missed
March 24th, 2014 by Submitted
Tillar First Baptist Church Keenagers Present “Delta Sunshine Radio Program” / Video
March 23rd, 2014 by iPhoneGloria Dunbar Ross
March 23rd, 2014 by Christian Brothers Funeral HomeGloria Dunbar Ross
March 23rd, 2014 by Christian Brothers Funeral HomeGloria Dunbar Ross was born on November 26,1945 in Lake Village, Arkansas to the late Rufus Dunbar Sr. and Thelma Dunbar. Gloria departed this life on March 17, 2014 and went on to be with the Lord and Savior,Jesus Christ. She was preceded in death by her father,mother,and one brother.She leaves to cherish he memory, her loving husband, Eddie Ross of Portland, Ar. Five daughters: Felecia Broussard (Jackie), Belinda Johnson(Aaron), Monica Miles(Wesley) Melechia Miles(Kenneth) all of Houston, Texas. Nine grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren, and a host of neices, nephews,cousins,and friends. Services will Saturday, March 22nd,2014 at 11:00 a.m.at Central Community Baptist Church in Lake Village, Arkansas. Services are entrusted to Christian Brothers Funeral Home of Monticello, Arkansas 738 East Oakland Street, Monticello Arkansas 71655.(870) 367-6441
Chuckwagon Race Photos from Lacey, Last Weekend
March 22nd, 2014 by iPhone
Around 600 guests attended last weeks chuckwagon races, in spite of the rainy weather.
The chuckwagon races will be an annual event in Lacey.
MHS Cheerleaders Announced
March 22nd, 2014 by iPhone
MMS Cheerleaders Announced
March 22nd, 2014 by iPhone
Wesley’s Deal of the Week, at Lucky’s
March 21st, 2014 by iPhone
2010 Ford F-150 crew cab XLT only $17,477.00. Super clean. Wesley’s deal of the week, at Lucky’s.
Call 367-6000.
Jimmy Orrell, Live Music, Tonight at Panorama Restaurant, 5-10 PM
March 21st, 2014 by iPhone
Jimmy Orrell will be at Panorama Restaurant with live music, Friday evening.
Panorama features certified aged angus beef steaks, as well as authentic Italian favorites.
More Details Released in Capital Murder Case from Friday Night
March 20th, 2014 by iPhone-
- Suspect
Other testimony was presented by Arkansas State Police investigators during Monday’s first appearance hearing for Jonathan Woods, age 31 of Warren, who is charged for the capital murder shooting death of Samantha Poole, Friday night in Monticello.
Special Agent Matt Roberson testified that several witnesses saw the events that took place in and around Save-a-lot that night, March 14, around 7:20 pm,
Tim Chase Appointed Interim Mayor
March 20th, 2014 by iPhone
The Monticello City Council, Tuesday night, elected Dr. Tim Chase to serve as the city’s interim, appointed Mayor.
Helping Hands – Spring Break Childcare for K-6th Grade
March 20th, 2014 by iPhone
Week Long Crime Spree, Ends with County Line Man Hunt – FROM AUGUST
March 19th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
The man Drew County Sheriff’s Deputies were searching for, over the past week, is now assisting them in locating a large portions of the stolen property from his long and wide crime spree, that now has touched three counties.
Water System Groundbreaking Ceremony – Video
March 19th, 2014 by Joe BurgessMonday’s groundbreaking ceremony was used as an occaision to begin the new improvment to city water service, move into the “electronic age”, with remote meter reading, and also a tribute to Mayor Allen Maxwell, who died last week. Many of Mayor Maxwell’s family members took part in Monday’s ceremony.
City Council to Discuss Acting, Appointed, Interim Mayor Situation, Tonight, 6
March 18th, 2014 by iPhone
The Monticello City Council will meet tonight at City Hall at 6 PM.
The main topic to be decided tonight, will be filling the mayor’s seat, following the death last week of Mayor Allen Maxwell.
Forrest Pleads Guilty, Gets 30 Years, Plus 40 Suspended
March 18th, 2014 by iPhone
A Drew County man agreed, Tuesday morning, to a plea bargain on 10 different cases, covering 28 different (nonviolent) counts relating to his August, 2013 crime spree across three counties.
Alanon Meeting – Monday Nights At First Presbyterian Church
March 17th, 2014 by SubmittedAlanon meeting have moved their meetings to Monday nights. Meeting is at 5:30 pm at First Presbyterian Church, 821 N. Main. Meetings are completely confidential and is for anyone who thinks their life has been affected by another’s drinking.
For more info, call Jane at 870-723-2493 or Linda at 870-723-1069.
Monticello Winners Group Meetings Held Mondays, Thursdays, & Saturdays; & Tuesday at Noon
March 17th, 2014 by SubmittedIf you have a problem with alcohol please call 870-723-6568.
Monticello Winners Group meets Monday, Thursday and Saturday nights at 8:00 P.M. at St Mary’s Episcopal Church 836 N. Hyatt Street.
They also meet on Tuesday from noon- 1 p.m. at church .
Happy 1st Birthday
March 16th, 2014 by iPhone
Happy 1st Birthday Frankie,
Love, Momma & Poppa
Boil Order Lifted
March 15th, 2014 by iPhone
Accordimgto City Hall, per order of the Arkansas Department of Health, the boil order for the affected residents on Hawthorne Street is hereby lifted.
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