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35 Pounds of Pills Removed from Local Homes, by Choice
October 2nd, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Happy Birthday
October 2nd, 2012 by Submitted
HAPPY 19th BIRTHDAY KASHAWN,
luv Tweet, Dad, Dee n U Mommie…
Roll-Over Wrecks Keep Rescue Team Rolling over Recent Days
October 2nd, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Yesterday, around 4:30, Monticello Fire & Rescue team was paged out to the report of a Mercedes SUV that had flipped on HWY 35, near Lake Monticello.
The vehicle was eastbound, lost control, and flipped, before coming to a stop with the driver pinned inside. A firefighter arriving on the scene helped her get out of the vehicle, as others were arriving. MASI transported the Little Rock lady to DMH, DCSAO worked the crash site. Dan’s Towing removed the Mercedes.
Sunday morning, Fire & Rescue were called to Davis Street, where a man was backing out of his driveway, when he missed the road, and backed over a large culvert, rolling his car over into a ditch, pinning him inside of his Hyundai.
He was safely removed from his car. MPD worked the wreck scene, C&L removed the car from it’s perched position.
Drew Outdoor & Casual Wear
October 2nd, 2012 by Submitted
Lost & Found – Medicare Card at Fairgrounds
October 2nd, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Found: Arkansas Medicaid card that was found at the fairgrounds.
It can be claimed by calling 723-6740 to identify.
Barkada Firefighters Battle Wilmar Car Fire with Garden Hose
October 1st, 2012 by Joe BurgessTwo Wilmar residents (both Barkada volunteer firefighters) were passing by Wilmar Baptist Church, Saturday morning, noticed a small fire coming from under a car, just a few feet from a house.
Monticello Schools Receives $10,000 Grant for Learning Garden from Farming Education Group
October 1st, 2012 by Caleb Burger
Before the Monticello Jr. Billie football game against Hamburg, Thursday night, Monsanto presented a $10,000 grant to the Monticello School District that was awarded through America’s Famers Grow Rural Education.
The Monticello School District received nominations from farmers Joe Noland and Jeff Felts. The grants totaled 176 across 39 states that totaled $2.3 million for the selected districts. In Ark. 58 school districts received nominations from 303 farmers and five districts including Monticello received the grants.
The program allows farmers to nominate their school district for the award who then must apply. The grant serves the purpose of enhancing math and science based education and will allow for expansion of the school district’s learning garden program to reach 6th through 8th graders, which will allow them to “learn the principles of science through hands-on activities.”
Man Assaulted With Hot Sauce Bottle in Wilmar, DCSO Seeking Suspect
October 1st, 2012 by Joe Burgess
The Drew County Sheriff’s Department is looking for Justin Durden, age 26 of East Johnson Street in Wilmar, after he allegedly assaulted Harvey Lawson, age 24 of Wilmar, with a hot sauce bottle in J-Birds Express in Wilmar.
Durden also goes by the name of “J-Man.”
If anyone knows where he might be, Sheriff Mark Gober asks that they contact the Sheriff’s Department at 367-6211.
$100 Winners of Photo / News Tip Contest
October 1st, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Each month, MonticelloLive rewards the reader who calls in the best news tip, or submits the best photo, with a $100 prize.
In October 2012, the video of a Wilmar car fire being put out was taken by Sheena Tucker, who also helped the family (who lost their car and groceries, that day). A couple of Barkada Fire Dept. members were passing by, saw the fire, and put it out; keeping it from reaching the victim’s home. That video earned Sheena $100, and our thanks for sharing it with MLive readers.
In September, 2012, a suspect from AMERICAS MOST WANTED was arrested in Monticello. The person who told MLive about the “truthful rumor” donated their $100 to Immanuel Baptist Church’s food pantry.
- Juanita Webb is shown here with her “pet” alligator, which showed up in their family pond. As the gator continued to grow, in August, the family contacted the AG&F, who re-located it to a safer area.
Juanita’s son, David, is shown with the $100 prize for sharing the photo with MLive readers. The family donated their prize money to PAWS to help support their shelter for homeless pets.
A 75 acre forest wildfire in July, battled by several local fire depts. and the Arkansas Forestry Commission, included an AFC helicopter dipping water from a local farm pond to fight the fire. Karen Kolb-Spencer won $100 for sending that photo to MLive to share with our readers.
A MLive news story about a DWI 3, 4, & 5 was picked up and carried by CNN Headline News in June.
On May 16, there was a fatal car wreck in Wilmar, as the vehicle was fleeing from Bradley Couny Law Enforcement. The prize money for this tip was donated to “Feed the Kids,” thanks to the caller
The person who reported the incident to MLive donated their prize money to purchase school supplies for area children.
Last Easter, BrookLynn White attended 2 local Easter egg hunts. At both of them, she helped a fellow hunter, who had his broken arm in a cast.
BrookLynn’s kind act impressed the boy’s mom, and she told MLive about BrookLynn’s good deed.
- BrookLynn used her money to buy dog food for PAWS and other charities.
On March 16, 3 Youths from Saline County Stole a Truck from an Elderly Drew County Man, & Left Him Bleeding in the Road. A Multi-agency Manhunt Followed,, including ADC Dogs, an ASP Helicopter, and all area Law Enforcement. The 3 were captured latere that Evening.
Happy 4th Birthday
October 1st, 2012 by Submitted
Jacklynn Lucas turned 4yrs old on Sept 29th.
Happy Birthday, we love you!!
Love and miss you,
Uncle Kevious, Aunt Hopie, Tristen, Baby Gaige and Haiden
Happy Birthday, Beth
September 30th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Beth McGee, of the Assessors Office, celebrated her birthday over the weekend.
Congratulations, Beth.
Former Monticello Resident Pleads Guilty to DWI Death
September 28th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Last Friday, a former resident of Monticello was sentenced to 10 years in prison, plus 10 more years suspended for the death of a Pulaski County driver.
On September, 13, 2010, a 32 year old Benton resident, formerly of Monticello, had just brought his wife and 4 day old daughter home from the hospital. Around 3 pm, that day, he left home to get his 18 month old son from daycare.
10,000,000th Pageview for MLive – $100 for MLive Reader who Called In to Win
September 27th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Wednesday night around 9:15, MonticelloLive.com reached a major milestone in the internet news business. We received our 10,000,000th pageview, according to OneStat.com.
In honor of the achievement, MLive ran a “Call Now to Win $100” headline, which was seen by David Knight, who won $100, just by reading MonticelloLive.com.
Drugs Seized In Route to Monticello
September 25th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
According to Sheriff Mark Gober, on the morning of Thursday, September 13th, at approximately 6:30 AM, members of the Drew County Sheriff’s Department stopped a vehicle on Highway 138 traveling west towards Monticello.
During a search of the passengers, deputies discovered approximately 6.9 grams of a white crystal-like substance believed to be methamphetamine also known as “Ice.”
Man Arrested on Multiple Drug Charges
September 25th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
According to Drew county Sheriff Mark Gober, a Drew County resident was arrested at his residence, recently, after a search warrant was conducted of his home prior to his arrest. A juvenile staying at the home found a substance that she believed to be methamphetamine.
2012 Drew County Fair Parade – Video – 800+ Views
September 25th, 2012 by Joe BurgessGo, Hogs, Go! Literally.
September 24th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
The City of Monticello allows residents to keep dogs, cats, chickens, horses and any other pet or farm animal; except for pigs and hogs.
However, there is a resident who owns hogs. The city has recently spoken with him several times, and he has promised to have them removed this weekend.
So today we can say “Go, Hogs, Go”, and not just because the Razorbacks are playing football.
In Memory of Dustin “Rooster” Ferguson, Taken 4 Year Ago, Saturday
September 22nd, 2012 by Joe BurgessMADD Mock DWI / 4/13/2009
“In memory of Rooster”
State Crime Lab Completes Investigation of Library Director & Wife’s Deaths
September 21st, 2012 by Joe Burgess
According to SalineRiverChronicle.com, the Arkansas State Crime Lab has concluded in it’s findings of the recent murder suicide that took place in Warren on Tuesday September 11.
Drew County Circuit Clerk on Leave, Pending Audit & Criminal Investigation
September 21st, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Drew County Circuit Clerk Pat Savage Montgomery submitted a letter announcing her immediate leave of absence to Drew County officials, this morning.
Town & Country Florist & Gifts Bridal Registry
September 18th, 2012 by Submitted
One Monticello Life – Tonya Loveless, Candidate for Drew County Collector
September 17th, 2012 by Mandy Moss
“I didn’t come into this job thinking it would turn into an elected position one day.”
Tonya Loveless was born in Jonesboro, AR and raised here in Monticello by parents Van and Karen Brown, along with her four siblings.
“My family was awesome. We did a lot of camping, fishing, and hunting. I think I was on a deer stand before I was bigger than my rifle. We loved water skiing and boating and having so many siblings made everything fun… I had a pretty good life.” “My grandparents were great, they were here in Monticello. (Albert and Willie Mae Hobbs, and Jim and Toni Holcomb – they were a big part of my life. I was rotten because they treated me so great.” “Willie Mae is my last living grandparent.”
Local Woman Arrested on Drug Charges and Endangering Welfare of Minors
September 16th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
According to Sheriff Mark Gober, during the evening of Thursday, September 6th, the Drew County Sheriff’s Department arrested a 34 year old Monticello woman, after receiving a tip that she, along with three juveniles were at a residence located at South Hyatt Street, allegedly smoking marijuana.
Parks Committee Report: Soccer Restrooms, Grants, League Info Requested
September 14th, 2012 by Caleb BurgerThe Monticello Parks and Recreation Committee came together Sept. 13 to discuss a variety of old business regarding infrastructure, monuments and more.
Drew Central Students Learn About 9-11
September 14th, 2012 by Drew Central Schools
Pictured from left to right: Connor Horton, Camryn Callison, and Sabin Day.
Mrs. Lou Arnold’s second grade class from Drew Central Elementary learned about an important event of history that happened before they were born. They also realized how much this event has affected their lives even today. This event was the 9-11 terrorist attack on America.
Happy 16th Birthday
September 14th, 2012 by Submitted
Happy 16th Birthday to my FAVORITE Billie!!
Isaiah Foster is 16, today.
2 Mobile Homes Destroyed by Fire, Wednesday Night
September 13th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Around 10 pm, the Monticello Fire Dept. was called out to a mobile home fire on Young Drive, behind Commercial Bank’s East Branch.
The home was engulfed in flames when the firefighters arrived.
Around 2:30 am, firefighters were again paged out, this time to a mobile home located on South Maple Street, in the lot next to where a series of fires destroyed another home, a couple of years ago.
No cause has been released as to the cause of the fires.
The Young Drive residence was vacant.
The S. Maple home was occupied.
DTF Arrests Local Woman for “Large Drug Fraud Conspiracy”
September 13th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
After a month long investigation, the Tenth Drug Task Force arrested a Monticello woman last week in what the Task Force calls a “significantly large prescription drug fraud conspiracy.”
Regional Library Director’s Death Being Investigated as Murder / Suicide
September 12th, 2012 by Joe BurgessAccording to SalineRiverChronicle.com, an Apparent Murder/Suicide is being investigated as the cause of death of Kim and Sandra Patterson, of Warren.
Mr. Patterson was the director of the Southeast Arkansas Regional Library System, and a very important part of the recent drive, which has led to the upcoming construction of the new Monticello Branch Library.
Happy 4th Birthday
September 12th, 2012 by Submitted
Happy 4th Birthday to Natalie Ann Knight!
Happy Birthday Nat Bug! We love you!
Daddy and Momma
Talent Show Winners at Drew County Fair
September 12th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Variety
Jessica Wishard–winner
Instrumental Solo
Blake Middlebrooks—winner
Vocal Solo
Charley Bodiford—winner
Instrumental Group
Matthew Montgomery & Steven Stringer—winner
Dance Group
Monticello Dance Academy (6)—winner
Dance Solo
Charlee Carter—winner
Over-All Winner
Monticello Dance Academy (6)—winner
Charlee Carter—1st place
Drew Central School Board Calls Meeting
September 12th, 2012 by Caleb BurgerThe Drew Central School called to order a special board meeting Sept. 6 to discuss the athletic budget, purchasing of a school bus and board member training among a few other items.
Remembering…
September 11th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
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