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Request for Bowfishing Approval at Lake Monticello to Control Carp / Improve Vegitation
June 15th, 2012 by Joe BurgessRequest for Bowfishing Approval at Lake Monticello to Control Carp / Improve Vegitation from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Parks Committee Report to City Council
June 15th, 2012 by Joe BurgessMEDC Report to City Council
June 15th, 2012 by Joe BurgessDistrict Court Report to City Council
June 15th, 2012 by Joe BurgessDrew Central High School Band Announces First Ever Drum Major
June 15th, 2012 by Drew Central Schools
Drew Central High School Band is proud to announce it’s first ever, Drum Major.
Senior, Sarah Porter has been chosen as Drum Major , Student Leader of the Drew Central High School’s Marching Band. To be selected for this honor, Read the rest of this entry »
Advertising & Promotion Notes: Member Up for Re-appointment
June 14th, 2012 by Joe BurgessMonticello’s Advertising and Promotion Commission met Monday at the MEDC office, planning to look at the Convention Center Planning budget for the remainder of 2012, but that was postponed until next month.
New business included:
Youths Charged for Criminal Mischief at Sports Complex
June 14th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Drew County Sheriff’s deputies, Monticello Police, and an Arkansas State Trooper responded to the report of several trucks “cutting donuts” at the Monticello Sports Complex, around 9:30, Tuesday night.
Election Results from Drew County Courthouse
June 14th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
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With all boxes counted, here are the final, unofficial results:
Convicted Drug Grower “Falls Out” in Court, Wheeled to Jail – 2,200 Video Plays
June 14th, 2012 by Joe BurgessRight after Judge Bynum Gibson told the court that a convicted drug manufacturer would receive two consecutive 10 year sentences, the man approached the judge’s bench, said “I object”, and fell to the floor.
This was the same man who when arrested asked for the Postmaster instead of an attorney and called the jury ““Brain-washed Socialist Cowards” during his trial.
Alanon Group Meets on Tuesdays
June 13th, 2012 by Submitted
Alanon is for friends and families of problem drinkers. Our meetings are confidential.
Alanon members find understanding, strength and support at meetings.
We meet from 6- 7 pm on Tuesday evenings at First Presbyterian Church, 821 N. Main.
For more information, call Jane at 870-723-2493.
More Satisfied Customers at Ryburns Automotive Superstore
June 13th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Mr. & Mrs. Beaver’s New 2012 Highlander brought smiles to their faces.
David Atwell, of Ryburn’s, is shown congratulating them.
You can be a satisfied customer, as well.
Just stop by Ryburn’s and see the Great Vehicles and the Low Prices.
Parks Commission Hears Request to Make Whaley Property into Park / Nature Trail
June 12th, 2012 by Joe BurgessDuring their re-scheduled Parks Committee meeting, Monday night, the group heard a request from Curtis Merrill and Hope Bragg to turn approximately 4.5 acres of the W. C. Whaley property into a nature trail park area.
The city’s fire station will be built on the southwest corner of the lot. The request will turn the remaining portion of the city land into a park. Earlier discussed uses of the land were for a pool, police station / court complex, or convention center.
Grants are planned on being requested to cover the cost.
This topic will likely be on Thursday night’s City Council agenda.
Drew Central Elementary Kindergarten Graduation Pictures
June 11th, 2012 by Drew Central Schools-
- Kindergarten Graduating Class of 2012
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- Mrs. Lee Ann Tadel
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- Mrs. Susan Oldner’s class, Etoya Williams fill in teacher while she is on medical leave
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- Ms. Susan Cossey’s class, Kindergarten para-professional Lorra Kelley
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- Mrs. Teri Caldwell’s class, Kindergarten para-professional Christina McCray
Monticello Memories – History of Drew County’s EHC Clubs – Part 1
June 11th, 2012 by Sheilla Lampkin
The Drew County Extension Homemakers Council is a dedicated service organization that began over 80 years ago in Drew County with local clubs who met in many communities throughout the county. Today there are 9 Extension Homemakers Clubs in the county, but in 1956 there were actually 23 active county clubs educating and serving the citizenry.
Friday Wreck Sends 2 to Hospital
June 9th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Around 3 pm, Friday afternoon, a Mercury Grand Marquis and a Jeep Cherokee were involved in a severe automobile crash on HWY 425 North, at Rose Hill Cut-Off.
Two occupants of the Jeep were transported to DMH by MASI.
The Drew County Sheriff’s Dept. worked the scene and traffic, which was cut down to 2 lanes.
Reliable Wrecker and Dan’s Towing removed the vehicles.
Man Arrested For Stealing Wallet From Gas Station
June 9th, 2012 by Joe BurgessDrew Central Board Member Resigns, New Member Appointed
June 8th, 2012 by Joe BurgessA Drew Central school member’s resignation became effective, Thursday night, and a replacement was appointed to fill the unexpired term.
MFD Responds to Fire at Recycling Center
June 7th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Around 8:15, this morning, the Monticello Fire Dept. responded to the report of a fire on the yard of the recycling center, on East Jackson Street, at the old Burlington mill.
The blaze seems to have been limited to a storage area on the old parking lot.
Moving Company Now Serving Monticello Area
June 7th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Happy 5th Birthday
June 6th, 2012 by Submitted
Kaylee Ross celebrates her 5th Birthday Wednesday, June 6, 2012. She is the daughter of Niki Kelly Ross and the late Robert Ross, the little sister of Skylar Ross, and the granddaughter of Bobbie Ross, Tim and Virginia Kelly.
Happy Birthday Kaylee!! We love you! Love Grandma Bobbie and Aunt Louise (Weezie).
CashboX to Perform During Nashville’s Country Music Assn. Festival
June 6th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
CashboX has been invited to headline at BB King’s Blues Club in downtown Nashville during the CMA Festival on Friday, June 8th!
Bank Donation Fund Set Up for 4th Grader Seriously Injured in Boating Accident
June 6th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Bekka McIlvoy, who was critically injured in the boating accident in Pine Bluff, recently, is 9 years old and attends Drew Central Elementary School.
A donation fund has been set up in her name to help her family with medical and travel expenes. It is at Union Bank and Trust under the name “Bekka’s Donation Fund”.
The Family wants to thank everyone for the prayers, thoughts, phone calls during this very difficult time.
UAM To Host Freshman Pre-Registration Sessions June 18-19 and New Transfer Pre-Registration on June 20
June 6th, 2012 by UAM NewsThe University of Arkansas at Monticello will hold two pre-registration sessions for incoming freshmen June 18 and 19, according to Mary Whiting, director of admissions.
The June 18 session begins at 12:30 p.m., in the Fine Arts Center, and the June 19 event begins at 5:30 p.m., in the Fine Arts Center. Only students who have applied for admission and have received mail notification may pre-register on those dates. Letters of invitation were sent to each student with a request for a reply.
Storm Photos
June 5th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Storm Clouds reaching down.
Tree Fell on House and Truck on Speer Street
Water on Roadways
HWY 425, after the storm
1st Friday Fun & Singing on the Square
June 3rd, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Friday brought with it great weather, and the monthly “Singing on the Square” sponsored by local businesses.
Again this month, local musicians provided live entertainment, country style, while visitors, shoppers, family and friends looked on.
This is planned to continued the first Friday of each month, so mark you calendars for Singing on the Square,.
Photo provided by Diana Harton.
Barkada Fire Dept. Hosts Ice Cream Social
June 3rd, 2012 by Joe Burgess
The Barkada Community Volunteer Fire Dept. hosted an ice cream social, Saturday, along with desserts, and tours of the fire station.
An update on the status of the Barkada Fire Dept. was appreciated by the approximately 40 in attendance, and board members and guests were introduced.
A few political comments closed out the evening, which seemed to be enjoyed by all.
No One Injured in Roll-Over Wreck
June 2nd, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Thursday, just before noon, the driver of this Chevy truck lost control of the vehicle, on HWY 35 West.
The vehicle struck a mailbox, before rolling onto it’s roof.
Neither the driver or the passenger were injured in the accident.
Arkansas State Police, Drew County Sheriff’s Deputies, and MASI responded.
Winchester Celebrates 100th Birthday, Gets Land for Park as a Birthday Present
June 2nd, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Saturday, the city of Winchester celebrated 100 years as an established city.
Shown here are Chief Deputy Robin Hood, State Representative Sheilla Lampkin, County Judge Damon Lampkin, former Mayor Merle Jackson, Miss Ruth Peacock, and Lary Zeno.
Miss Peacock celebrated her 103rd birthday during the event.
Winchester native Lary Zeno, whose dad ran a “general store” on HWY 138 near Old Hwy 65 and the railroad, took the birthday celebration to announce that He was donating the land where the celebration was being held to the city of Winchester for use as a park.
Monthly Auctions Start Saturday, Consignments Welcome
June 2nd, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Child Drowning in Lake Monticello – Afternoon Update
May 31st, 2012 by Joe Burgess
More details about the drowning death of a 6 year-old Wilmar boy in Lake Monticello, Wednesdayhave become available. Read the rest of this entry »
UAM Scholarships To Two EAST Students
May 31st, 2012 by UAM News
Tyler Harrison and Parker Palsa
Two 2012 high school graduates have been selected to receive Environmental and Spatial Technology (EAST) scholarships to attend the University of Arkansas at Monticello next fall.
The recipients are Parker Palsa, a graduate of Monticello High School and the daughter of Eddie and Tommie Palsa; and Tyler Harrison, a graduate of Star City High School and the son of Brenda Harrison.
Did Anyone See………
May 31st, 2012 by Joe Burgess
This blue Toyota Highlander was hit while parked in the Ameca parking lot around noon, Wednesday.
Red paint appears to have been transfered from the vehicle that left the scene (may have been pulling a trailer).
If you have information, please contact the Monticello Police at 367-3411.
Attempted Captial Murder Youth Trio Appear in Court – 1 Mental Evaluation – 1 Bond Reduction Request
May 30th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Tuesday, in the Drew County Circuit Court, the 3 juveniles, charged as adults for the attempted capital murder of a local man, and the theft of his truck and gun, all appeared before Circuit Judge Sam Pope.
Shotgun Robbery at Victim’s Home Reported to MPD
May 30th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Two black males carrying shotguns assaulted a middle-aged man at his residence, as he got out of his truck, recently.
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