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South Arkansas Community College Summer Graduates
August 21st, 2012 by SubmittedNearly 175 students graduated from South Arkansas Community College this month, including two from Monticello. They are:
From Monticello: Technical certificates, Wykiki S. Green (general studies); Ishshah C. Molina (practical nursing).
Hospital Report – “Millage Extension is Not a New Tax” – Local Coverage Criticized by JP – Other DMH News
August 21st, 2012 by Joe BurgessDMH CEO Mike Layfield addressed the Quorum Court, Monday night, and emphasized “the misconception that proposed millage extension has been referred to as a new tax.”
The Quorum Court last month approved the hospital board’s request to hold a special election on October 9 to ask county voter’s to approved the continuation of the existing hospital millage to be used to help fund the new Surgery Center, which is estimated to employ an additional 25 employees. Layfield compared performing surgery in the current facility to “driving a 35 year old car.”Supporters of the millage extension will be visiting interested groups and organization to discuss the proposed extension.
JP Jimmy Potter also criticized a local editorial calling the proposal “a new tax.” It was also commented that the October 9 election will not be paid for by the county.
Lost & Found – Ipod at Hyatt Field
August 21st, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Ipod found in parking area of Hyatt Field after Blue & White Game.
Call 367-4008 to identify.
House Fire on Bowser Road, Monday Morning
August 20th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
The Monticello Fire Dept. and Drew County Sheriff’s Dept. responded to the report of a house fire on Bowser Road.
No one was home a the time of the call.
The fire was believed to be contained to the kitchen, however smoke and water damage effected other areas of the residence.
Happy Birthday
August 17th, 2012 by Submitted
Happy Birthday, Graci!!!!
Love you,
Mom
In Memory
August 17th, 2012 by Submitted
Gone, but not Forgotten
Today is the 3rd anniversary of the death of my Daddy, Charles R. Marter, Sr.
November 1st, 1947 – August 17th, 2009
Remembering and Loving you Always, Jennifer
Intermodal Authority Holds Intense Discussion on It’s Inability to Pay Bills
August 17th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
The meeting was contentious from the onset as the board immediately went into a discussion of cash flow issues and the fact that numerous bills are past due including one from T&T Construction in the amount of $278,000.00. Mr. Tracy Rawls, owner of T&T was present and indicated he had pulled off the job pending being paid. He indicated he had borrowed a substantial amount of money to cover his costs while waiting upon payment from the Authority. Mr. Rawls stated that he wanted to be exempt from liability for the work he has completed should there be substantial rain before he can complete more work. There is a danger that repairs could be costly.
Click here to read the full story on SalineRiverChronicle.com
Hunter’s Automatic Car Wash is Back in Full Service
August 17th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
New Pink Stop Signs Posted at the Square
August 16th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Monticello Christian Academy Enrolling Students
August 16th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Kandi Keith Appointed to Arkansas Arts Council
August 16th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Kandi Keith was recently appointed by Gov. Mike Beebe to serve on the Arkansas Arts Council, representing the southeast Arkansas region.
She is shown being sworn in by Judge Bynum Gibson.
Wild Fire Photos from Lacey & Possum Valley
August 15th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Wildfire Noon Update – 1,422 Acres Destroyed, 13 Dozers, 3 Planes, 10 Fire Depts., 8 AFC Crews
August 15th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Yesterday’s Lacey and Possum Valley area woods fire destroyed 1,422 acres, according to AFC.
11 pm Update – Woods Fire Contained
August 14th, 2012 by iPhoneBefore 11 pm,the Arkansas Forestry Commossion declared the Lacey woods fire “contained”.
Fire depts. have been released, but plows are still on site, working trouble areas.
Numerous residents asked MLive to express their appreciation to the AFC,, volunteer fire sets., and law enforcement officers for their service to Drew County, today.
10:30 pm Forest Fire Update – 1,500 Acres Estimated Damage
August 14th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Woods Fire near Lacey Estated to Burn 1,000 Acres
August 14th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Firefighters have been battling a 100-200 acre wildfire south of Lacey for several hours, this afternoon.
It is believed to have stared around Ponderosa Trail, and has since reached Wilmar Tram Road, and other nearby access roads.
The Forestry Commission has 5 plows and 2 planes, battling the fire, working to control it.
Photos courtesy of MLive readers
Aerial View of I-69 Construction
August 13th, 2012 by Submitted-
- HWY 278 looking southwest
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- HWY 35 looking west
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- HWY 35 looking west
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- some of the equipment on the right of way
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- looking west to HWY 425 South
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- more equipment
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- HWY 425 South looking east.
Bennie Ryburn III took these photos of the I-69 construcion sites, over the weekend from his plane, and offered to share them with MLive readers.
I-69 Construction Pics
August 13th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Parks Commission Discusses Williams Monument, Sadie Johnson Center Construction, & Cornerstone Honoring Committee & Mayor
August 13th, 2012 by Charity Shepherd
The Monticello parks commission met Thursday night at City Hall.
Among several items on the agenda, the monument honoring Albert William for his work on the early baseball fields and other features of Jordan Park were discussed.
Parks Committe to Request Info from Leagues & Organizations that Use Parks
August 13th, 2012 by Joe BurgessFor the second year, the Monticello Parks and Recreation Committee will soon be asking for information from the leagues and organizations that use Monticello parks and facilities.
The questionnaires asks for information about the season, boards, participants, needs, and goals.
The parks committee appointed some liaisons to work with leagues, and will conclude the liaison process at next month meeting.
Double Happy BirthdayS
August 13th, 2012 by Submitted
Happy Birthday to the Williams twins, who turn 15, today.
Happy Birthday to Moesha and Iesha Williams,
From your family and friends.
Happy 18th Birthday
August 13th, 2012 by Submitted
Teresa Fleming is celebrating her 18th B-Day, today.
Happy Birthday from Mom, Dad , Sissy ,and Nana we love you.
Country – Horseback Rider at Lake Monticello
August 13th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Monticello Memories – Drew County EHC Clubs
August 12th, 2012 by Sheilla Lampkin
This week’s column is the eighth in a series about the history of the present Extension Homemakers Clubs operating in Drew County. This week we’ll take a quick look at the Plantogo Club in northwestern Drew County.
In the early 1960s there were two separate EHC clubs in the northwestern part of Drew County. They were known as the Plantersville EHC Club and the Montongo EHC Club. During those years the two groups decided to merge and the new and larger club became the Plantogo Club. Their primary purpose was to educate housewives in new ways to do their jobs as wives and mothers.
Happy 40th Birthday
August 12th, 2012 by Submitted
Happy 40th Birthday, Karen Spencer
Best wishes from you family and friends.
“A Picture is Worth 1,000 Words”, The Story Behind This Photo…..
August 12th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Around a year ago, the photo for the MLive Sunday Bulletin changed. It may not have been noticed by many readers, but there was a reason behind it.
When you operate a public medium (like MLive) there’s a certain amount of your personal life that you have to include; but there is also a limit.
Although only very close friends (and folks who read local church bulletin prayer lists) knew it, Sue (my wife) had a severe heart attack just over a year ago, spending two weeks in Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock. After a double-bypass and a “valve job”, she was released, to come home and continue recovery.
MonticelloLive was posted twice every day, as usual, from the hospital, since “business MUST go on.” (My Iphone and BMC wi-fi were awesome.)
But when your nights are spent on a waiting room couch, and you don’t know if they’ll even be able do perform surgery, there are few sources of comfort to be found. But there was one place I found……
The photo change took place so that every Sunday, I would go back to that same place of comfort I used for those two long weeks. The Prayer Chapel at Baptist Medical Center.
I hope that you can see the light and love of my Saviour, Jesus Christ, shining through, like I did then, and still do today.
Thank You Note from Historical Society for Successful Roast of Dr. Lassiter
August 11th, 2012 by Submitted
The Drew County Historical Society want to thank all the participants in the “Roast and Toast” of Dr. Jack Lassiter on August 3rd.
The fundraiser was a big success, and all of the proceeds will be used for the maintenance and operation of the Drew County Museum and Archives.
Those who helped in any way to make this a success are truly appreciated: the merchants and individuals who donated auction items, the attendees, the roasters and toasters, and our emcee and auctioneer, Desha County Judge Mark McElroy.
We especially want to thank Dr. Lassiter for being such a great sport. It was a wonderful evening, and we are grateful to everyone who worked and participated to make the night one of fun and an outcome for a better future for the Museum and Archives.
Local Veteran’s Services Expanding in Monticello
August 11th, 2012 by SubmittedThe Little Rock Vet Center is pleased to announce that Vet Center services will be brought delivered to Monticello and the surrounding area to Veterans and their families and others eligible for services, and family survivors of Service members killed in action.
Harvest Time in Drew County
August 11th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
This photo was taken on HWY 278, as combine was loading farm trailer.
Happy 10th Birthday Cole!!
August 11th, 2012 by Submitted
Cole is the son of Josh & Janell Harris and little brother of Katie Harris.
Grandparents are David & Jayne Taylor, Gene & Karen Webb and Jim & Sue Harris.
Great-grand parents are Gloria Taylor, Bertha Bolin, Douglas Sullivan and Dorothy Richardson.
We love you!!
Happy 1st Birthday
August 11th, 2012 by Submitted
Happy 1st Birthday, Jorden Rayford,
Love Grandma, Mom and Auntie Pooh
Woods Fire Destroys 84 Drew County Acres, Wednesday
August 10th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
63 MPH Wind Documented as Severe Thunderstorms Leave Trees & Power Lines Down, Roads Closed Last Night
August 10th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Several strong thunderstorms rolled across Drew County, last night, with strong winds, heavy rains, and dangerous lightning.
The first storm came through around 8:20, another around 11 pm, with 2 more storm systems (one near Florence and another near Lake Monticello) around midnight.
Man Arrested After Assaulting a Deputy
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