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Linda Gail Sloan Rainwater
February 29th, 2012 by Submitted
Linda Gail Sloan Rainwater, 52 of Dumas, Arkansas died February 28, 2012 in Dumas, Arkansas. Linda was born December 15, 1959 to the Commadore Edward Sloan, II and Juanita Varnell Sloan in Monroe, Louisiana. Linda attended the Pentecostal church and was a homemaker.
Survivors include her husband, Clinton Rainwater of Dumas, Arkansas two sons, Wesley Damon (Janice) Rainwater of Hot Springs, Arkansas & Tracy Andrew (Lisa) Rainwater of Monticello, Arkansas, daughter Amanda (Billy) Wright of McGehee, Arkansas. Her mother, Juanita Sloan of Tillar, brother Commadore Edward Sloan, III of Du Quoin, Illinois and 2 sisters, Janet Stoner of Batesville, Arkansas and Tommy Sue Hill of Pine Hill, Arkansas 10 grandchildren, Dylan, Delaina, Morgan, Ava, Kenneth, Codi, Kaylee, Hunter, Hayden and Hannah and 1 great grand daughter, Jaycee survive her.
Visitation held from 6-8pm, February 29, 2012 at Griffin Funeral Home.
Services are 2 PM Thursday, March 1, 2012, Griffin Funeral Home with Rev. Michael McFall officiating and burial in Walnut Lake Cemetery.
Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Home, Dumas, Arkansas.
“Outhouse” & “No Public Restroom” Sign Both Removed from City Hall
February 28th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
The sig
n that prohibited use of public restroom was removed from City Hall earlier today.
The “Stink Stirred at the Monticello City Hall” story was feature on at least one Little Rock TV station, with 2 others request photos for possible use today.
Burgess Enters City Council Race for Ward 2, Position 1
February 27th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Joe Burgess has announced his intentions to seek the office of Alderman for the City of Monticello. Burgess plans to file today for the Ward 2, Position 1 seat.
Burgess, a life-long resident of South Arkansas, and a 20 year resident of the Monticello area, is owner and operator of MonticelloLive.com, which was honored as the 2011 MEDC / Chamber of Commerce “Business of the Year.”
At The Museum – Antique Tricycle
February 26th, 2012 by Submitted
Check out this old tricycle, Made entirely out of steel except for the seat ,wheels and tires, Note that the tires are pieces of flat rubber around the wooden rim, Never had to worry with flats.
Come see this and many other interesting items on display at your Drew County Museum, We are open Fridays from 1pm till 5pm, and Saturdays from 2pm till 5 pm and Sunday by appointment.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Drew County Historical Society, memberships are $25 Dollars for a single membership or $40 for a family membership. Please mail your membership request to The Drew County Historical Society 404 South Main Monticello, AR 71655.
Monticello Memories – Tour of Monticello’s Main Street # 27
February 26th, 2012 by Sheilla Lampkin
This week let’s look at the east side of the block of South Main beginning at East College Avenue and continuing nearly to East Bolling Avenue. The first lot where we begin now holds a quaint little duplex that once claimed a “refreshing” spot in Monticello’s history.
Billies Booster Awards Banquet – Video
February 24th, 2012 by Submitted2 More Booster Banquet Videos
February 24th, 2012 by Joe BurgessBarnett Seeking Re-election to District 6 JP Position
February 24th, 2012 by Submitted
Chris Barnett, of the Greenhill community, has announced her intention to seek re-election to the position of Justice of the Peace for District 6 on the Drew County Quorum Court.
She and her husband, Buddy, attend Wilmar Methodist Church.
Barnett is a life-long resident of Drew County, and owns Chris’ Hair Care, formerly known to many residents as The Hair Pen.
Bear Removing Deer from Road Side – Video – Over 7,100 Views
February 23rd, 2012 by Joe BurgessSusan Jasay recently was traveling in eastern Ashley County on HWY 82 and took this video of a bear removing a “roadkill” deer from the ditchbank.
That “patch” of woods borders Drew County.
Thanks, Susan, for sharing your video.
Mad Cow Attacks Man & Vehicle
February 23rd, 2012 by Joe Burgess
According to Sheriff Mark Gober, the Drew County Sheriff’s Deparment received a report, on the morning of February 17, that a cow had charged at and struck a man in his chest while he was out working in a garden on Florence Road.
Local Funeral Home Cited by State Board
February 21st, 2012 by Joe BurgessAccording to the Arkansas state board of embalmers and funeral home directors, Christian Brothers Funeral Home, of Monticello, reportedly violated state policy in the case of a July, 2011 funeral.
Larry Brown is the registered manager and a funeral director for Christian Brothers. Robbiezine Owens is also a licensed funeral director, there. Michael Jones is owner of Christian Brothes , and is an apprentice funeral director.
Big Rig Driver Charged with DWI-Drugs, Drinking on the Highway
February 20th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
An 18 wheeler driver was charged with DWI-drugs, drinking on the highway, and criminal mischief with property damage, after he turned off of HWY 425 South at EZ Mart, and drover his empty dump truck across their yard, getting his truck and trailer hung up on concrete barriers.
Onlookers at the store watched as the driver attempted several times to get his truck out of the ruts it had made in the store’s yard, while trying to get it off of the concrete blocks. Read the rest of this entry »
Monticello Memories – Tour of Monticello’s South Main Street – # 26
February 19th, 2012 by Sheilla LampkinThis week we will look at the east side of South Main Street between East Jackson and East College streets. We will begin at the site of the present First United Methodist Church. I have been unable to determine the exact type of building that formerly occupied the space where the church stands today although I suspect it may have been a family home.
That said, I have learned some interesting facts about the church that I’d like to summarize for readers. Organized in 1852, this early United Methodist congregation built the first church structure in Monticello in 1853 on their land deeded to the church by Wiley Crook. This lot sat north of our present library on the fenced lot where a handsome, two-story red brick apartment building rests today. The organizer and first minister for the church congregation was Reverend H. R. Withers.
Nix Found Guilty of Second Degree Murder- Sentenced to 45 Years
February 18th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
MEDC/20 for the Future in Washington DC Meetings Considered “A Successful Trip”
February 17th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Sen. Mark Pryor and the MEDC / 20 for the Future Delegation in Washington DC
8 business and community leaders from Monticello spent Tuesday and Wednesday in Washington D.C., meeting with with all 6 members of our state’s national representatives, detailing a list of local needs, in hopes of getting or continuing funding of several Monticello / Drew County projects.
Meetings were with with Senators Mark Pryor and John Boozman, as well as Congressmen Tim Griffin, Mike Ross, Rick Crawford and Steve Womack.
One Monticello Life ‘ “Polar Plunge’s” Karen Caldwell
February 12th, 2012 by Mandy Moss
“When you’re working with special needs, they’re giving you the best they’ve got. When you think of everyday people, you’ve got people that aren’t giving their best, they know they’re not, and they’re okay with it.” – Karen Caldwell
"AJ Huffman joined the Caldwell's team at the 2011 Polar Plunge.
On June 25, 1967 in Heidelberg, Germany, Morris and Gertrud Donham welcomed their youngest child into the world. As they counted her ten fingers and ten toes, they likely wondered what her future would hold. What would she do with her life? What impact would this child have on the people she encountered? Today, citizens of Monticello, AR are thankful for the daughter they raised and the blessings she has spent her life pouring out to others.
At The Museum – Antique Baby Carraiges & Dolls
February 12th, 2012 by Submitted
These are two baby carriages that are on display in the museum complete with antique dolls,
These are real working carriages and I can just imagine them strolling down Main Street when it was a dirt road, which would explain the need for springs separating the axles from the carriage. There’s quiet a difference in these and the newer ones of today.
Come see this and many other interesting items on display at your Drew County Museum, We are open Fridays from 1pm till 5pm, and Saturdays from 2pm till 5 pm and Sunday by appointment..
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Drew County Historical Society, memberships are $25 Dollars for a single membership or $40 for a family membership. Please mail your membership request to The Drew County Historical Society 404 South Main Monticello, AR 71655.
Monticello Memories – Tour of Monticello’s Main Street – #25
February 12th, 2012 by Sheilla Lampkin
This week let’s continue down the west side of South Main Street beginning at its intersection with West College Avenue and continuing to West Bolling Avenue. Of course we all know that the block begins with the former private home that now houses the Drew County Historical Museum. The house was built in 1906 by Garvin Cavaness using bricks molded onsite with a Sears brick-making machine. The house became the permanent home of the Drew County Museum in 1970. For a more detailed description of the home and its history, see the 2006 Drew County Historical Journal.
Happy Birthday, Chief
February 10th, 2012 by Submitted
Happy Birthday Chief Deaton
Hope you have a great day and many more!
Love your family and co-workers
Monticello Memories – Tour of Monticello’s South Main Street – # 24
February 6th, 2012 by Sheilla LampkinThis week we’ll pick up our tour and cover the block on west side of South Main Street from West Jackson Avenue to West College Avenue. The first house we see on the north end of this block is the old Joe S. Harris house. Joe Harris was a native Monticellonian and retired brigadier general for whom the local American Legion Post was named. Harris’ military career began in 1903 as an Army private and ran through WWI (1917-1918), the formative years of the Arkansas National Guard and his command of National Guard troops during the disastrous floods of 1927. Harris was also the uncle of the late Eric Hardy, a founding father of the Drew County Museum.
At the Museum – Antique Wheelchair
February 5th, 2012 by Submitted
Check out this turn of the century wheel chair, complete with a “wicker” woven back and seat for comfort.
This old chair probably saw a lot of action at the old Drew County
Hospital.Come see this and many other interesting items on display at your Drew County Museum, We are open Fridays from 1pm till 5pm, and Saturdays from 2pm till 5 pm and Sunday by appointment. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Drew County Historical Society, memberships are $25 Dollars for a single membership or $40 for a family membership. Please mail your membership request to The Drew County Historical Society 404 South Main Monticello, AR 71655.
Tale Of The Allen House Retold In A Haunted Love Story
February 3rd, 2012 by UAM News
The tale of the famously haunted Allen House of Monticello is the subject of a new book by Mark Spencer, dean of the School of Arts and Humanities at the University of Arkansas at Monticello.
A Haunted Love Story, The Ghosts of the Allen House is a nonfiction intertwining of two stories: one family’s experiences residing in the house, and the story of the best known member of the Allen family, Ladell Allen Bonner (March 22, 1894 – January 2, 1949), whose hidden stash of over 80 love letters Spencer discovered under a floorboard in the attic. Read the rest of this entry »
Gulledge Announces Re-election Bid for County Clerk
February 1st, 2012 by Submitted
Lyna Gulledge of Monticello has announced her candidacy for her 5th term to the office of Drew County Clerk in the upcoming May Democratic Primary Election. Mrs. Gulledge is a member of the Association of Arkansas Counties, Association of AR County Clerk’s and she has served from 2006 – 2011 as secretary for the County Clerk’s Association and currently the second Vice-President of the County Clerk’s Association. Mrs. Gulledge is a member of the Church of Christ.
Lyna and her husband, Greg, have one son, James. “It has been a pleasure to serve the citizens of Drew County as County Clerk. With my experience in the office, I would like to ask for your continued support and vote in the upcoming Democratic election.”
One Monticello Life – Taco Bell’s Friendly Face & Voice – Keba Brown
January 30th, 2012 by Mandy Moss
This week’s One Monticello Life story features a member of our community that has been mentioned to MLive as a good candidate for recognition more times than any other. She is well known throughout the entire city, yet she isn’t a politician, doctor, lawyer, or in the public spotlight at all.
MLive recently received an email from a local business leader saying, “I went through the Taco Bell drive-thru today and realized that for a very long time, I have heard this sweet little voice take my order, and how nice she always is, and I took the time to thank her for a job well done.
At the Museum – Antique Spinning Wheel
January 30th, 2012 by Submitted
Last week we featured the loom, this week the spinning wheels. We have the one large and a smaller spinning wheel in the upstairs bedroom of the museum. The larger one still has some twine and cotton fibers on the spindle and are a light brown in color either from age or dyeing.
Come see this and many other interesting items on display at your Drew County Museum, We are open Fridays from 1pm till 5pm, and Saturdays from 2pm till 5 pm and Sunday by appointment. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Drew County Historical Society, memberships are $25 Dollars for a single membership or $40 for a family membership. Being a member gives you the right to attend meetings and have a voice for the museum and you will receive the yearly journal that the museum produces. All though your presence is not required at the meetings to become a member. Please mail your membership request to The Drew County Historical Society 404 South Main Monticello, AR 71655.
Monticello Memories – Tour of Monticello – #23
January 30th, 2012 by Sheilla LampkinContinuing our tour down the east side of South Main Street, the next block now begins with a large, two-story red brick office building that houses the Searcy accounting firm. Before these offices were built, A. H. (Hellums) Owens owned a service station there. The service station was constructed in the 1930s-40s by the late Mr. Owens after he bought part of the side yard of the home of Mr. P. A. Whitaker to locate his business.
Man Arrested for Beating 82 Year Old Victim
January 27th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Monticello Sex Offender’s Appeal Denied by State Court
January 26th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
In May, a Drew County Circuit Court jury of 5 men and 7 women only took 40 minutes to find a local man guilty of sexual indecency with a child and 2nd degree sexual assault. He had been arrested on September 2, 2010.
The jury sentenced him to 24 years in prison for those crimes, which were committed against a 7 year old. He was released on an appeal bond, pending this court decision. Read the rest of this entry »
Gray Seeking Re-election to JP District 8
January 25th, 2012 by Submitted
Tommy Gray has announced his intent to seek re-election to the Drew County Quorum Court, as District 5 Justice of the Peace.
Gray is a native of south Arkansas and a resident of Drew County for more than 35 years, Gray is president and manager of Monticello Tire and Service, Inc.
Lampkin Will Not Seek Re-Election as Drew County Judge – Video
January 25th, 2012 by Mandy MossGasps of surprise went around the table as Quorum Court members began reading a sheet of paper Judge Damon Lampkin passed to each of them. It was his letter to the Court expressing his decision to retire after serving this final year as Drew County Judge.
In an emotional statement to the Court, and the public, Judge Lampkin said that he would be 71 years old if he ran again next year, and it was time for him to put his health first. He then read his letter to the audience which said…..
MPD Chief Explains Arrest Warrant & Old Fine Issues to City Council
January 23rd, 2012 by Mandy MossChief of Police Eddy Deaton addressed the City Council Thursday evening on warrant issues the department is having due to mix-ups in District Court. He told the Council that over the past few years people were being arrested on warrants for fines that they had already paid.
One Monticello Life – MPD Chief Eddy Deaton
January 23rd, 2012 by Mandy Moss
Eddy Deaton has a new title at the Monticello Police Department as of January 2012… Chief Deaton. He takes his future goals for the department very seriously.
“I want to make the Monticello Police Department one of the best departments in the state. I want the officers to have the most updated training and equipment out there. I want to see all law enforcement agencies working together to accomplish a common goal of professional enforcement of the law, and community involvement, to aid in preventing and stopping crime.”
At the Museum – Antique Weaving Loom
January 23rd, 2012 by Submitted
This old loom still has some weavings on it that was started and never finished by the owner who donated it to the museum.
Several pieces of the looms work are hanging nearby.
Come see this and many other interesting items on display at your Drew County Museum, We are open Fridays from 1pm till 5pm, and Saturdays from 2pm till 5 pm and Sunday by appointment. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Drew County Historical Society, memberships are $25 Dollars for a single membership or $40 for a family membership.
Being a member gives you the right to attend meetings and have a voice for the museum and you will receive the yearly journal that the museum produces. All though your presence is not required at the meetings to become a member. Please mail your membership request to The Drew County Historical Society 404 South Main Monticello, AR 71655.
Monticello Memories – Tour of Monticello – # 22
January 23rd, 2012 by Sheilla LampkinSince we’ve covered the west side of South Main from the Square to Jackson Street, let’s go back to the square and look at the east side of South Main to Jackson Street. His area, too, has experienced a colorful history.
An 1886 plat map of Monticello shows that a dry goods store, a tobacco store, a millinery store, a sewing machine and gun store, a business involved in “fence making” and an “imagery” business were located on that first block from the corner to the railroad tracks in that year. Read the rest of this entry »
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