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Happy (Late) Birthday

November 15th, 2012 by Submitted

Greyson Ashcraft recently celebrated his 4th birthday.

His parents are DeVonda Harvey & Richard W. Ashcraft of Monticello. Greysons siblings are Ryeli Ashcraft, Alexis, Rebekah & Jensen Harvey.

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Drew HEALTH to Support “The Woods” Angel Tree

November 15th, 2012 by Submitted

Drew HEALTH will be supporting The Woods Nursing Home and Rehab Center Angel Tree efforts this year.

The Angel Tree provides gifts to all residence of The Woods. Drew HEALTH is asking for donations of the following items:
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DC 2nd Grade Class Studies “Gummy Worms”

November 14th, 2012 by Drew Central Schools

Mr. McRae’s 2nd grade class at Drew Central are shown being involved in an estimation and measurement math activity.

The goal was to estimate in centimeters the projected length of the gummy worm completely stretched without breaking.

The students then assisted one another in stretching the gummy worm to its maximum length for accurate measurement.

Pictured are: Lana Boykin, Omarion Pace, and Colby Broyles.

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Suzi Paige 2, Now Open on Main Street

November 14th, 2012 by Joe Burgess

Suzi Paige 2 is now open at on Main Street, in Monticello, Monday- Friday from 11 am to 6 pm sat 10am to 5pm.

They are an original boutique, offering the latest styles of the fashion world, including; It, Miss Me, and Big Star jeans.. Ronaldo designer jewelry and many more!

Suzi Paige 2 can be reached at 367-0180, or stop by and look around.

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Congratulations

November 14th, 2012 by Monticello Schools

CONGRATULATIONS! to MHS Choral Director Mrs. Bennie Vincent for being selected by her colleagues as the 2012-2013 Southeast Region “Director of the Year.”

During the past two years of teaching at Monticello Middle School, Mrs. Vincent’s choirs received Superior Division I Ratings in performance and sight reading at Choral Performance Assessments (CPA). She is in her first year as the Monticello Sr. High Choral Director.

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UAM Professor Responds to Recent Arrest

November 14th, 2012 by Submitted

Officers from the UAM arrested a professor of mathematics on October 30, charging him with disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and threatening an officer.

Guy Nelson, a mathematics professor at the university was arrested at the college’s science center, where it took two officers to take him into custody.

Susan Pruitt of UAM’s The Voice has posted an update on the story, which include an interview with the professor. Click here to read that article on The Voice.

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Veterans Presented with Flags by Children

November 13th, 2012 by Submitted

The students at Discovery Children’s Center enjoyed lunch with the American Legion and VFW, Friday

After lunch the children presented the American Legion and VFW with flags that they made.

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MHS Delegation Earns Recognition at 2012 Arkansas Student Congress

November 13th, 2012 by Monticello Schools

The MHS Delegation to the 2012 Arkansas Student Congress earned 7th place overall. Daniel Wigley, Hannah James and Jacob Chisom earned 5th place in their House of Representatives. Earning excellent awards were Elizabeth Wilson (committee, caucus), Erin Campbell (caucus, floor debate), Daniel Wigley (caucus, floor debate), Hannah James (floor debate), Alex Jones (floor debate), and Jacob Chisom (committee, parliamentary procedures). Daniel Wigley and Hannah James earned superior awards in committee; Hannah and Jacob Chisom earned superior awards during the party caucus session.

Picture: Front row – Hannah James, Alex Jones, Elizabeth Wilson
Back row – Erin Campbell, Jacob Chisom, Daniel Wigley

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Former Candidate Griffin Endorses Robert Akin for County Judge

November 13th, 2012 by Joe Burgess

Former Drew County Judge candidate Jessie Griffin,this morning, endorsed Robert Akin for that position in the upcoming run-off election.

Griffin told MLive, “I’m supporting Robert because he’s the best candidate in the race. Robert is a good honest man, who has good experience to serve in the position of county judge. Robert ran a very clean campaign, and will do a good job for the county. I feel Robert is the best choice for Drew County judge, and encourage everyone who supported me to vote for Robert Akin in the run-off election.”

Griffin also pointed out, contrary to rumors, if Akin is elected, Griffin will not be given a job with the county.

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Veteran’s Day Program at Courthouse – Videos & Photos

November 13th, 2012 by Joe Burgess

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The Day After the Temporary Tags Expired……

November 13th, 2012 by Joe Burgess

Friday, around noon, this driver of the Olds Alero was traveling on Old Warren Road, heading toward Monticello, when he lost control. The vehicle ran off of the roadway, and into a line of trees, knocking several trees over.

Drew County Sheriff’s Deputies worked the wreck. Reliable Towing removed the wrecked Olds.

The driver was cited for driving on a suspended license.

The temporary tags on the Alero ran out the day before the crash.

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Happy Birthday

November 13th, 2012 by Submitted

ingAbigail Knight is celebrate her 2nd birthday, November 13th.

Happy Birthday and we love you

Mommy. Daddy, and Trey!

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Happy Birthday

November 12th, 2012 by Submitted

HAPPY 19TH BIRTHDAY TONEI SHEPHERD

ENJOY YOUR DAY

WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH LOVE

MOM,GEL,JAY,JAMIYA,AIDEN,MAKENZI,KAYNESHA,& EDWARD

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Local WWII Veteran Visits Washington & Monument

November 12th, 2012 by Sheilla Lampkin

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You Could Win $500 from Ryburn Motor Company

November 12th, 2012 by Joe Burgess

Don’t miss out on your chance a win $500 from Ryburn Motor Company.

Ryburn Automotive Superstore on HWY 425 South, or call 367-5353 for details.

Drawing to be held December 5.
See dealer for details.

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Happy Birthday

November 11th, 2012 by Submitted

HAPPY BIRTHDAY EDWARD MOORE JR

WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH

FROM YOUR BABY GIRL AND YOUR WIFE

LOVE,MAKENZI AND KAYNESHA

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Sex Offender on Probation, Pleads Guilty to Another Sex Assault

November 10th, 2012 by Joe Burgess

A Monticello man, who had been sentenced to probation for an earlier sexual assault, accepted a guilty plea, last week, for a charge of 2nd degree Sexual Assault, that he’d been charged with rape for, last November.

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Deep Trouble

November 9th, 2012 by Joe Burgess

As trac-hoe operators were nearing completion of their project on the Marketplace II parking lot, one of their machines fell into the deep ditch they were digging, when the ground beneath it caved in.

No one was injured, and they were working to removed the huge piece of machinery of of the predicament, soon after the accident.

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Parks Committee Discusses Charging Fees to Reserve Pavillions & Amphitheater

November 9th, 2012 by Stephanie Harton

The Amphitheater at McCloy Park is still under construction because of unexpected architectural challenges. Rickey Calhoun gave a statement on the progress of the project and stated there was not a tentative completion date at this time.

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Resident Questions Parks Commission’s “Requesting Donations” for Sadie Johnson Center

November 9th, 2012 by Joe Burgess

At Thursday night’s Parks & Recreation Committee meeting, a local lady asked the Parks Committee about local residents and businesses being asked to “make donations” to furnish the soon-to-be-completed Sadie Johnson Community Center.

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New Pet Store Grand Opening, Saturday

November 9th, 2012 by Joe Burgess

Mosquito Beach Pet Emporium is Monticello’s new pet store, carrying small mammals, birds, fish and reptiles, along with pet supplies, feed, live and frozen feeders, cages and tanks. They will be glad to work with customers on special orders.

They are located on HWY 278, behind Ray’s, and are open Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 am to 6 pm.

The new business is giving away a 23 gallon aquarium combo in a drawing as a part of their grand opening, Saturday, November 10.

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Happy 9th Birthday

November 9th, 2012 by Submitted

Happy 9th Birthday, Shawn Hicks,

Love Mom, Reshanae & Jorden

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Happy Birthday

November 9th, 2012 by Submitted

Happy 20th Birthday, Reshanae Crift,

Love Mom, Shawn R and Jorden

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Drew Central School Board – Teacher of the Year, Enrollment Stats

November 9th, 2012 by Stephanie Harton

The Drew Central school board had its scheduled monthly meeting Thursday, November 08, 2012. Topics on the agenda included recognition of Drew Central Teacher of the Year, the red brick building, and enrollment of students at Drew Central and other southeast Arkansas schools.

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Happy Birthday

November 9th, 2012 by Submitted

Happy 18th birthday

Alex “Goofy” Faulkner

We love you and we are proud of the young man you have become, and will continue to grow into.

Love Mom, Dad, Logan and all of your extended family.

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Happy Birthday

November 9th, 2012 by Submitted

Happy birthday to Nancy “Nana” Marter Forrest. We love you very much and hope that all your dreams come true.

Not many people have their first grand child born on their birthday.

Love you always

Lea, Steve, Alex, Logan, Tammy, Sam, David, Bailey, Sandy, Logan, Erin, and Russell

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Local Students Selected To Capital One Bowl Half Time Show All American Cast

November 8th, 2012 by Submitted

Jordan Socia & Karlie Fowler

The Capital One Bowl halftime show is pleased to announce the recent All American selection of Karlie Fowler & Jordan Socia, Monticello High School majorettes, to the official Capital One Bowl halftime performance cast.

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