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Update – City Council Pulls $25,000 out of MPD Budget to Give to Monticello Schools for Boot Camp
May 19th, 2012 by Mandy MossThe Monticello City Council voted unanimously to grant Monticello School’s Superintendent Bobby Harper’s request for $25,000 of additional funding towards the boot camp program, which is a punitive program for students that serves as an alternative for expulsion.
Superintendent Harper told the Council that when the program began it was a joint effort between the County, City, Drew Central School District, and Monticello School District. The County quickly withdrew from helping with funding, and now Drew Central District has had to withdraw as well due to their fiscal distress status. This leaves only Monticello District and the City left to provide money to keep the program going.
Special (Surprise) Combined Meeting of City Council & Parks Committee Planned for June 14
May 18th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
At Thursday’s city council meeting, the council’s next meeting was moved to June 14, due to a Municipal League conference time conflict, with the regular date.
No one (except for this reporter) realized that this is the same date, same time, and same place as the regularly scheduled Parks & Recreation Committee meeting.
They apparently will be having a joint meeting, which is appropriate, since the city council has recently imposed the “no smoking” policy at City Park, the “no tournament” policy at Lake Monticello, and leased out a major portion of Jordan Park for use by the private school, without referring these issues to the Parks Commission / Committee.
City Agrees to Lease Part of Jordan Park to Private School Group
May 18th, 2012 by Mandy MossThe City Council was presented with a lease agreement for P.F. Mays & Associates, LLC for the proposed private school at Jordan Park during their regular meeting Thursday evening. Mayor Allen Maxwell reported that he had investigated what a reasonable lease would be on the Jordan Park property and, “What we got back was $300-$500 per month. I want the council to consider that because we don’t have to charge that much. I think we need to write what the City is going to charge on a monthly or annual basis… We came up with a number of $500 a year.”
Kayla Jackson Is UAM’s First Three-Time Softball All-American
May 18th, 2012 by UAM NewsU
Kayla Jackson continues to add to her legacy as one of the best softball players in University of Arkansas at Monticello history.
Jackson became the first three-time softball All-American in school history Wednesday when she was named to the National Fastpitch Coaches Association All-American Second Team. The senior pitcher from Hallsville, Tex., was a third team All-American in 2010 and a second team selection last year.
Armed Suspect Fleeing from Police Killed in Car Crash
May 17th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Around noon, Wednesday, the driver of a Chrysler Sebring was fleeing from Warren Police officers and Bradley County deputies, as he entered Drew County on HWY 278 West.
Drew Central Graduation Videos
May 16th, 2012 by Joe BurgessColor Guard at Monticello Airport for Fallen Soldier
May 14th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
A military color guard paid tribute to a fallen soldier, Friday morning, at the Monticello airport.
Drew County Native to Donate Book Proceeds to Local Museum
May 13th, 2012 by Submitted
The Drew County Museum and Archives have recently been offered an opportunity to gain some much-needed income from the proceeds of a book written by Dr. James William Willis, who was inducted into the Drew Central Hall of Fame, last week.
Willis is a native of Drew County, who grew up in the White Hall Community south of Monticello and graduated from Drew Central. He was the son of Earl and Lela McKinstry Willis, local educators, who were both native Drew County residents. Willis’ father was a long-time superintendent of the Drew Central schools, and his mother was an English teacher at both Drew Central and Arkansas A & M College. Later, they moved to Little Rock to work with the state department of education before they retired in Monticello.
Drew County Attempted Murder Suspect Stabs 3 Corrections Officers, Near Batesville
May 12th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
According to Drew County Sheriff Mark Gober, one of the three capitol murder suspects being held for the life threatening assault to an elderly Lacey man, allegedly was involved in the assault of three corrections officer at the White River Juvenile Center, near Batesville.
UAM Graduation Videos
May 12th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
UAM Graduation Processional, 1st Session from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
UAM Graduation Processional, 2nd Session from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
UAM Graduation, Presentaton of Diplomas, 1st Session from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
UAM Graduation, Presentaton of Diplomas, 2nd Session from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
UAM Graduation, Welcome Statements from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
UAM Graduation, Distinguished Alumnus, Reginald Glover from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
UAM Graduation, Provost David Ray Honored from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
UAM Graduation Recessional, 1st Session from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
UAM Graduation Recessional, 2nd Session from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Reginald Glover Is UAM’s 50th Distinguished Alumnus
May 10th, 2012 by UAM News
To Reginald Glover, the University of Arkansas at Monticello – and Arkansas A&M before it – have always seemed like part of his extended family.
Glover, a retired banking executive, long-time volunteer fund-raiser and all-around booster for the university, is UAM’s 50th Distinguished Alumnus. Glover will be honored during commencement exercises this Friday at Steelman Fieldhouse.
MHS Graduation, Videos
May 10th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
2012 MHS Graduation – Processional from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
2012 MHS Graduation – Jr. & Sr. Choir from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
2012 MHS Graduation – Welcome & Addresses from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
2012 MHS Graduation – Presentation of Diplomas from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
County Collector Candidates Featured as this week’s One Monticello Life Triple Edition
May 7th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
MLive’s Mandy Moss sat down and visited with all 3 county collector candidates, this week.
Now you can join in on their conversations, as all 3 are featured in this week’s triple edition of One Monticello Life.
The photo above was taken at their Barkada Community Candidates Forum.
Drew Central All-School Reunion – Hall of Fame & Distinguished Service Awards – Photos & Videos
May 7th, 2012 by Joe Burgess-
- Distunguished Service & Hall of Fame Inductees
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- John Ray Johnson, Class of ’62
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- Morgan Densmore, Winner of Earl Willis Scholarship
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- Wayne Fawcett, Superintendent
Drew Central Re-union Opening by John Ray Johnson, Class of ’62 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Drew Central Distunguished Service Award, Superintendent Earl Willis, by his son, James from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Drew Central Distunguished Service Award, Evelyn McKeown, Teacher from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Drew Central Distunguished Service Award, Coach Edgar Spencer from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Drew Central Hall of Fame Induction, James Willis, Class of ’56 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Drew Central Hall of Fame Induction, Bobby Pace, Class of ’54 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Drew Central Hall of Fame Induction, Jack Murphy, Class of ’42 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Prairie Community Welcomes Candidates
May 7th, 2012 by Joe BurgessCollector Candidates at the Prairie from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Judge Candidates at the Prairie 1 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Judge Candidates at the Prairie 2 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Sheriff Candidates at the Prairie from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Treasurer Candidates at the Prairie from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
JP District 9 Candidates at the Prairie from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Senate & Representative Candidates at the Prairie from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
1st Friday Night “Jam Session” On The Square – Photos & Video
May 5th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Holmes Chapel Political Forum – City Council Candidates
May 4th, 2012 by Joe BurgessHolmes Chapel City Council Forum – Opening Statements from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Imcumbent Accomplishments 1 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Imcumbent Accomplishments 2 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Challengers “What Do You Plan To Do?” from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Tourism & Entertainment from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Burgess Asked About MLive from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Construction Employment & Supplies from Local Sources from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Closing Statements from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Senate & State Representive Candiates
May 4th, 2012 by Joe BurgessHolmes Chapel City Council Forum – Senate & Representive Candiates 1 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Senate & Representive Candiates 2 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Senate & Representive Candiates 3 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Senate & Representive Candiates 4 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Senate & Representive Candiates 5 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Senate & Representive Candiates 6 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
Holmes Chapel City Council Forum – Senate & Representive Candiates 7 from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.
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“Worst City Council Meeting Ever” Video – 4th Most Watched ML Video Ever
May 4th, 2012 by Joe BurgessThe “you’re lying – name-calling” city council video from Monday night reached the 1,000 play mark, less than 24 hours of being posted.
It reached the 1,700 play level in less that two days. The 3rd day produced another 250+ plays. It is expected to break the 2,000 mark mid-morning, Friday
One alderman said that she was “embarrassed that the city has had to go through this.”
One Monticello Life – Thad, Nikki, & Colton Mitchell – 2012 Drew County Farm Family of the Year
May 2nd, 2012 by Mandy Moss
“I was born and raised on same property we’re living on now. This 180 acres of land has never been bought or sold, it was homesteaded by my family. It goes back to my Great Great Granddaddy. I’m the 5th generation farming this land.” – Thad Mitchell
Thad and Nikki Mitchell, along with their six year old son, Colton, have settled on the family land to continue with the farming tradition and raise their family. This year, they have been selected as Farm Family of the Year for Drew County.
Thad and Nikki’s farming business largely consists of raising Bermuda grass for hay, along with some Alfalfa, and producing eggs for Tyson Foods.
Tempers Flare in Baseball Battle over Burlinguton Field at City Council – “Worst City Council Meeting Ever”
May 1st, 2012 by Mandy MossRape Charges Filed Against Local Man
May 1st, 2012 by Joe Burgess
A 40 year old Drew County man has been arrested and charged with the rape of a juvenile.
The Drew County Sheriff’s Dept. arrested Michael Walls, Saturday, following the issuance of a warrant, alleging that a juvenile female had been sexually assaulted.
Walls is being held in the Drew County Detention Facility,after his first appearance, Monday, where his bondwas set at $100,000.
City Council Votes to Accept Bids for Fire Station & Move Funds for Sadie Johnson Center
May 1st, 2012 by Mandy MossThe City Council voted unanimously to allow Mayor Allen Maxwell to begin advertising for bids for the fire station to be built at the W.C. Whaley lot.
The Council also voted to combine CD’s and budgeted items that have not, or will not be used this year, in order to fund the deficit in the Sadie Johnson Building Fund.
Comments about MLive Videos at Council Meeting
May 1st, 2012 by Joe Burgess
MonticelloLive’s video coverage was mentioned twice during the city council meeting, once by a Parks Commissioner and once by the mayor.
3 Juveniles, Charged with Attempted Capital Murder, Plead “Not Guilty”, Ask for Jury Trial
April 30th, 2012 by Joe BurgessLast week, 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 entered “not guilty” pleas, waived arraignment, and asked for jury trials.
Woman Cited to Stealing Yard Decorations
April 28th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
According to Drew County Sheriff Mark Gober, a deputy responded to a theft call at a residence located on Highway 425 North, Thursday. The owner of the residence reported that several yard ornaments and decorations were missing.
MHS’s Kim Wilson, Arkansas’s Teacher of the Year, Visits Washington D.C.
April 27th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Senator Pryor congratulates Kim Wilson, a visual art teacher at Monticello High School, on being chosen as Arkansas’s Teacher of the Year.
Wilson is Arkansas’s nominee for National Teacher of the Year and will spend the 2012-2013 school year working at the Department of Education as a special advisor.
County Candidates Answer Questions from Monticello Concerned Citizens at Holmes Chapel Forum
April 25th, 2012 by Joe BurgessFire Dept. Training with Propane Tanks
April 24th, 2012 by Joe BurgessThe Monticello Fire Department held a training exercise for extinguishing LP gas fires at the Drew County Fairgrounds, Saturday.
Southern LP Gas Company donated 400 gallons of gas to be burned in the exercise.
At least 5 area fire departments took part in the training session, which practiced extinguishing propane fires on tanks and piping fixtures.
Judge Reverses Warren Schools Termination of Teacher (Monticello Resident), Cleared of Charges
April 23rd, 2012 by Mandy MossCircuit Judge Sam Pope reversed Warren School Board’s decision to terminate a teacher, Former Warren High School JROTC instructor Col. Robert Avery, saying that the board “was not a fair and impartial tribune in its decision making in this case.”
Col. Robert Avery was charged with first-degree sexual assault in 2009 when a 16 year old female alleged he assaulted her at his residence. Avery was found not guilty by a Drew County jury in October of 2010. His position at Warren High School was terminated.
City Council Candidates Speak for First Time
April 23rd, 2012 by Joe Burgess3 Democratic Judge Hopefuls Speak to Citizens
April 23rd, 2012 by Joe BurgessAdcock & Gober Address Sheriff’s Election
April 23rd, 2012 by Joe BurgessStephanie Hill announces for City Council Alderman
April 23rd, 2012 by Submitted
Stephanie Hill has announced her candidacy for Monticello City Council Alderman Ward 2, Position 2, in the upcoming 2012 Democratic Primary Election that will take place on May 22nd. The position is currently being held by Ms. Claudia Hartness.
Stephanie, a native of Southeast Arkansas, graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello and has made Monticello her hometown for the past 22 years.
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