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MIS EAST Students Recognized at Board Meeting; Safety Renovation Bids Approved
May 16th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Award-Winning Monticello Intermediate School students in the EAST program were recognized at Tuesday night’s School Board meeting and presented an over-view of their projects and awards to the Board.
Eight fourth and fifth grade students along with their teacher, Crystal Grimes, attended the National EAST Conference in Hot Springs, where they presented their project before a panel of judges, and won two national awards.
City Council to Consider Re-building Jackson St. Bridge.
May 16th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Police Respond to Popeye’s
May 15th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Around 3:30 Tuesday afternoon, a distressed 22 year old man ran from the DHS parking lot, across HWY 425, and into Popeye’s restaurant.
The upset man ran behind the counter, and began throwing food and containers, before the Monticello Police Dept. and SEEMS arrived, assisted by Arkansas State Police and Sheriff Mark Gober, who were quickly able to bring the man under control, and get him into appropriate medical care.
Drew Central Earns Removal From ADE Fiscal Distress Status
May 14th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Drew Central Superintendent Mike Johnston attended an Arkansas Dept. of Eduction meeting in Little Rock, Monday, where it was confirmed that the Drew Central school district had been removed from the “fiscal distress list”.
When a district works to prove their fiscal viability to ADE, the process usually takes two years. Drew Central is the only Arkansas district to accomplish this designation in one year, during this cycle.
Dozen Suspects Identified by Police in DCHS Vandalism – $5,000 Damages Estimated – RePost
May 14th, 2013 by iPhone
More details have come to light, following Friday morning’s discovery of the vandalism at Drew Central High School, including a list of approximately a dozen “senior prank” suspects, and the realization of around $5,000 in damage.
MMS 8th grader Competes in National Archery Competition
May 13th, 2013 by Submitted
Hunter Lane, an 8th grader at Monticello Middle School competed in Nationals for the 2013 NASP (National Archery in the Schools) program, a national competition held at Louisville, KY Expo Center.
Escaped Bank Robbery Suspect Captured in Monticello
May 13th, 2013 by iPhone
Monticello Police have captured the man accused of robbing the First National Bank of McGehee last June.
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Feed the Kids Mother’s Day Basket Winner Announced
May 13th, 2013 by Submitted
The Mother’s Day Basket raffled by Feed the Kids was won by Bonnie Hicks.
Thank you to all who purchased tickets and made donations to our basket.
Happy Mother’s Day
May 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Let Us Keep Mom Out out of the Kitchen, on Mothers Day
May 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
MHS’ Amy Brunson Selected as “Mother of the Year” by Arkansas Baptist News
May 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
The Arkansas Baptist News, a statewide publication of the State Baptist Convention, has named Amy Brunson, as Monticello, as their 2013 “Arkansas Mother of the Year’.
Brunson is a teacher at Monticello High School and a member of Second Baptist Church.
All Sons and Daughters at UAM MBSF (Sons Only) – Video – For Mother’s Day
May 12th, 2013 by Joe BurgessMonticello native David Leonard, along with the male members of All Sons and Daughters, recently led a worship service at the MBSF at UAM.
The group began forming in 2009, where they worship at Journey Church in Franklin, Tennessee. Leslie Jordan of the group was not able to attend, so this was a unique event, even before you consider the personal ties that David has with Monticello.
The center was filled to capacity with students, alumni, and others who enjoyed the time of worship.
Suspect Arrested Twice in 1 Evening
May 10th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Recently, an 18 year old Monticello youth was arrested twice in one evening.
Happy Birthday
May 10th, 2013 by Submitted
Clint Taylor Hyatt celebrated his fourth birthday, Tuesday.
He is the son of Rita and David Hyatt of Lacey.
Local Man Shot by Juvenile, Wednesday Night
May 9th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
According to Sheriff Mark Gober, deputies arrested a 16 year old male, who is now in juvenile custody.
Superintendent Harper at MEDC Meeting – Mandates, Security, Team Success List
May 8th, 2013 by Joe BurgessDrew Central All-School Reunion – Photos
May 7th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Recent Parks Committee Report to City Council
May 7th, 2013 by Joe BurgessRecent MEDC Report to City Council
May 7th, 2013 by Joe BurgessCity Accepts Mt. Zion Water Assoc into Monticello Water Dept.
May 7th, 2013 by Joe BurgessAfter a lengthy “trial ownership”, the city of Monticello has accepted the Mt. Zion Water Association as part of the city’s water dept.
MHS Security Officer – DC Fire Alarms – Update
May 7th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Monticello schools are continuing to work toward adding a school resource officer to their staff. The topic was thoroughly discussed at their March boad meeting.
Happy Birthday
May 5th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Ryeli Ashcraft celebrated her 3rd birthday on May 4.
She went to see Disney on Ice with her family and friends, followed by a “Princess Party”.
Her parents are Richard Ashcraft & DeVonda Harvey of Monticello; Siblings are Greyson Ashcraft, Alexis, Rebekah & Jensen Harvey.Grandparents are Louise Ashcraft of Moro, Carolyn & Glen Lawson of Hamburg
Happy Jack’s General Store – Grand Opening & Sidewalk Sale, Saturday at Marketplace
May 3rd, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Special Presentation of Bayou Bartholomew Documentary, Sunday
May 3rd, 2013 by Joe Burgess
The Drew County Historical Society is hosting a special viewing of the AETN program Bayou Bartholomew on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Forest Resources Conference Center, Room A102. Chuck Dovish of AETN and Curtis Merrell of the Bayou Bartholomew Alliance will be on hand to answer questions about the program. Two years in the making, the one-hour documentary on the world’s longest bayou, was supported by the efforts of local researchers, the Drew County Archives and the University of Arkansas at Monticello.
Jury Duty for Thursday Cancelled
May 2nd, 2013 by iPhoneAccording to the Drew County Circuit Clerk’s office, jury duty has been cancelled for court on Thursday.
Time Is Running Out
May 2nd, 2013 by Submitted
Happy (late) Birthday, A. C.
May 1st, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Happy late birthday
To A. C. Simpson,
from the District Court Staff
Connie Barron
May 1st, 2013 by Christian Brothers Funeral HomeDumas native Connie Barron, formally of Monticello, made her journey home complete on April 25th at Drew Memorial Hospital at the age of 46.
She is survived by her husband, Toney Barron of Hampton, AR; children, Marqueta & Marchello Heath and Latoria & Jasmine Barron, all of Dumas, AR; five sisters, two brothers, seven grandchildren, and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral Service will be held at Revival Center Church of God In Christ in Monticello on May 4th at 1pm. Internment will be at Oakland Cemetery. Services entrusted to Christian Brothers Funeral Home of Monticello http://www.christianbrothersfuneralhome.com/
Late “Happy Birthday”
April 30th, 2013 by Submitted
Happy 13th Birthday Haley Nichole Hill! You went from 1 to 13 in a blink of an eye! We are very proud of you! We love you!
Love,
Your family
KitchenScapes Grand Opening, Thursday
April 30th, 2013 by Submitted
Lucas Hired as MHS Principal
April 30th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
At Tuesday night’s called Monticello School Board meeting, the board voted 4-0 in favor of hiring Jim Lucas as the principal for Monticello High School.
Mr. Lucas was hired as interim principal, last year, and will now become the ongoing MHS principal.
Arkansas Children’s Hospital Receives $7,500 Plum Creek Grant
April 29th, 2013 by Submitted
The Arkansas Children’s Hospital Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports the needs and research of the Arkansas Children’s Hospital, received a $7,500 grant from the Plum Creek Foundation to support “Arts in Education,” a program to help sick or injured children cope with their hospitalization through art projects that are part of their schooling.
County & City to Contnue Support of Museum
April 29th, 2013 by Joe BurgessAfter years of operating on a “handshake agreement”, the county and city will now support the local museum by means of a services contract, like other local organizers receive, for the educational and historic service that the museum provides to county residents, schools, and organizations.
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