At 1:10 pm, the defense began cross-examining the trooper, starting with skid marks and the presence of the train.
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Investigating Trooper Testifies about Fatal Wreck – 1:20 Update
November 13th, 2013 by iPhoneThe Arkansas State Trooper that arrived first at the scene took the stand at 11:05.
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Truck Driver’s Lawyer Describes “The Perfect Storm ” to Jury – 12:15 Update
November 13th, 2013 by iPhone
At 11 am, attorney Theotis Thompson told the jury
Childs, with 10 years experience, was driving an overweight asphalt truck, when he found himself facing ” the perfect storm .”
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Prosecution on Issues of Death Crash – 11:50 Update
November 13th, 2013 by iPhone
The prosecution addressed the jury at 10:50, for the first time.
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No One Injured in School Bus “Bump”
November 13th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
After school was dismissed, Tuesday afternoon, there was a minor bus accident at the intersection of East Oakland and North Conley.
Congressional Candidate Bruce Westerman Addresses Local TEA Party – Video
November 13th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Options, Inc. Fundraisers Announced
November 13th, 2013 by Submitted
Tickets can be purchased from any Options, Inc. Board member or staff and at our outreach office at 110 N. Main, Monticello.
Drawing to be held on Friday, December 13, 2013
Winners need not be present to win.
Deer Camp Explosion Injures 2 Hunters, Near Rye – Video
November 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
A camper trailer being used as a deer camp near Rye in Cleveland County, exploded around 8:30 pm, Friday night.
Log Truck Spill on HWY 278
November 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
At 12:20, Monday afternoon, this loaded log truck was traveling toward Monticello, when its trailer’s fifth wheel pin plate pulled off, allowing the trailer to overturn, rolling it over onto the side of the roadway.
No one was injured.
Drew County Sheriff’s Deputies directed traffic through the 277/278 curve until 3 pm, when the wreck was clered.
Veterans Day Service – Flag Etiquette, Speakers, Honor Guard Information – Video
November 11th, 2013 by Joe BurgessClassic Hot Wings at Piggy Sue’s on HWY 425 South
November 10th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Monticello FCCLA Present “Stranger Danger” To MES
November 9th, 2013 by Monticello Schools
Monticello FCCLA members, Hannah Kling and Kimberly Long, presented “Stranger Danger” to five different classes at Monticello Elementary school on October 30, 2013. They taught the children safety tips for trick-or-treating, created an ID card complete with finger prints, read a book, and presented them with goody bags filled with candy and information for their parents.
Mosquito Beach Pet Emporium One Year Anniversary Sale
November 9th, 2013 by Submitted
Pepsi Project Supporting “Feed the Kids”
November 9th, 2013 by Submitted
Pepsi Beverages Company of Monticello is holding a food drive November this week,to help support the “Feed the Kids” program that is sponsored by the First Presbyterian Church. We are asking for donations of Vienna Sausages, small cans of Spaghettios, and/or small cans of raviolis. Food Giant Cost Saver and Meagans Café have agreed to be drop-off locations. Donations can also be brought to the Pepsi warehouse located in the industrial park off of Hwy 35 E. Anyone with questions can call 870-367-9721, ext 0.
The “Feed the Kids” program packs 600 bags of food each month to be distributed to kids that are in grades K-8 at the Monticello and Drew Central School Districts. The organization operates primarily off of donations.
Here is a link to their website: http://www.fpcmont.org/feedthekids
City Hall Implements Clause from 8 Month Old Sanitation Memo for Veteran’s Day – Edited
November 8th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
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- Senior Citizens Foodservice Trash Cans Don’t Get Dumped by City
Remember back in February when Monticello got the new “automated” trash recepticles that could be dumped automitically by the trash truck? Remember the 4-5 pages that were wire-tied to the handle? One of those notes stated, “All trash must fit into cart and lid must close.”
With Veteran’s Day being Monday, and many family celebrations being planned, the City of Monticello has chosen this week to enforce that clause.
Billies Down Dewitt, 28-20, in a Final Minutes
November 8th, 2013 by iPhone
Billies 2nd onside kick, to start 2nd half.
In an unusual game with back-and-forth touchdowns, 3 onside kicks, and devastating turnovers and penalties, the Billies battled til the final minute to outscore the Dewitt Dragons 28-20.
Happy Birthday
November 8th, 2013 by Submitted
Happy 20th birthday!
We love you and are so proud of you.
Meme & Papaw.
Found
November 8th, 2013 by Submitted
FOUND at Drew Central School.
Yellow Lab. No collar. Missing her master.
Very loving and smart.
Must have been someone’s hunting dog.
Please call 224-6431 if she is yours.
Happy Birthday
November 7th, 2013 by Submitted
Happy #5 Birthday To Greyson Ashcraft.
We love you!!
Mom & dad, Alexis, Rebekah & Jensen Harvey & Ryeli Ashcraft
House Fire in Parkwood on N. Hyatt, Wednesday Night
November 7th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
At 8:50 pm, Wednesday, the Monticello Fire Dept. was paged out to the report of a house fire on Parkwod’s Elm Court, off of North Hyatt St.
Monticello School Staff to Receive $1,000 Bonus
November 7th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
The Monticello School Board, in a called meeting earlier this week, approved a one time bonus of $1,000, for all full-time teachers and staff.
The bonus will be included with the November payroll.
Other employees will receive a pro-rated bonus.
City Council Authorizes $10,000,000 Water System Improvement Project & Bond RePayment Info – Video
November 6th, 2013 by Joe BurgessThe Monticello City Council, Monday night, gave final approval to the $10,000,000 water system improvement project.
The interest rate of 4.39%, and the payment will be around $600,000/year for 30 years, for a total of $18,000,000.
Imediately after the vote, Mayor Allen Maxsell to the council, “Everybody in the city is going to thank you.”
Really “Hot Tub”
November 5th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
The Monticello Fire Dept. recently responded to the report of a hot tub fire, in the Mason Hill community.
The blaze, believed to be an electrical fire, was quickly extinguished.
Salon Hello Beautiful Welcomes Stylist Tyler Ashcraft
November 5th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Salon Hello Beautiful wants to introduce you to our new stylist, Tyler Ashcraft
Open Tues-Fri 10am-5pm
Saturday 9am-close
Monday, by appt. only
Phone: 8704605322
606 W. Bolling
WALK-INS WELCOME
Interim Administrator Appointed for Drew Memorial
November 5th, 2013 by iPhone
As of Monday morning, DMH has a new interim administrator appointed, to take the place of former CEO Michael Layfield, who resigned Friday.
Happy 4th Birthday
November 5th, 2013 by Submitted
Carter Reed will be 4 today.
Carter is the son of Brison & Magen Reed, and grandson of Ronny & Brenda Reed and Carolyn & Greg Ricono
Happy Birthday, Carter, from all your family
Happy Late Birthday
November 5th, 2013 by Submitted
Happy 20th Birthday Tyler Payne
Love, Mom, Jason and Bradley
“Mortgage Rates Are On The Rise” – Commercial Bank
November 4th, 2013 by Submitted
City Truck Accident
November 4th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
No one was injured, Tuesday morning, when the driver of this City of Monticello work truck left the roadway, dumping a large portion of the load the truck was carrying into the ditch and driveway of SeaArk Marine.
City crews worked to re-open Trotter Street near the entrance to the City Shop.
Heaven or Hell @ Shady Grove MBC – Video – 1200+ Plays
November 3rd, 2013 by Joe BurgessDMH CEO Layfield Resigns – Video
November 1st, 2013 by iPhone
Billies Battle by Bobcats 24-17, In Overtime
November 1st, 2013 by iPhoneWith time running out in the final quarter, Dumas kicked a field goal to tie the game at 17-17.
The Bobcats got the ball first on the 10 yard line, but failed to score on three downs. The field goal attempt hit the upright and bounced to the ground.
The Billies then got the ball on the 10, followed by a touchdown run by Justin Berry, and the extra point that brought the game to a close.
Fouke Downs Drew Central 47-8
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