Today is the day Arkansas students face the dreaded First Day of School. It’s also the day parents and other drivers face the First Day of School Traffic.
Remember to use caution, especially in the school and residential areas of Monticello.
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Now, Just Around the Next Corner…..
August 18th, 2013 by
Drew County has had several trees fall, in recent days, some bringing power lines down with them.
Saturday night, Rock Springs Road had a tree blocking traffic, around midnight.
Friday, the Bowser Road and Babin Drive intersection had a tree and brush fire caused by a tree falling on an electric line.
Earlier in the week, HWY 278 East, along with a few other county roads had reports of fallen trees.
Please use caution; just because a power line is down, doesn’t mean that it is not ”hot,” as was the case with this Barkada Road tree, also on Friday.
Photo courtesy of MLive reader.
Wilmar Community Revival – 4 Pastors, 1 Service
August 18th, 2013 by
“Redneck Super Slide” for Back-to-School Family Fun
August 17th, 2013 by
A family on HWY 278 West took advantage of the cooler temperatures, to build their own “super water slide” Saturday.
By putting a HUGE sheet of plastic on a hill, and using a nearby water sprinkler, everyone involed enjoyed the party.
Crackerbox West (Valero) Break-in Reported, Monday
August 16th, 2013 by
During the early morning hours, Monday, someone threw a brick through the front door of the Valero Corner Store on HWY 278 West and entered the building.
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August 16th, 2013 by
MPD / DTF Arrrests – Comercial & Residential Burglaries & Drug Forgery
August 15th, 2013 by
Wednesday, the Monticello Police Department and The Drug Task Force made arrests in three felony cases .
Hibbitt Sports was burglarized during the overnight hours of August 13th. Suspects gained entry through chopping a hole in the roof.
1st & 2nd Place Finish For Father And Son
August 15th, 2013 by
A Big congratulations to first time Mini Stock winner Jeff Tucker – 99T of Wilmar, AR. Jeff won his Heat Race and started pole in the Feature and kept it all the way to the checkered flag. He was followed very closely by Jeremy Tucker – 9T ..his Son which made for a 1st & 2nd Place finish for the Father & Son .
County Veterans Services Office Information
August 15th, 2013 by
The Drew County Veteran Services Office is getting new floors.
During this time, all veterans can schedule offsite appointments. Offsite appointments can be conducted in any location. Home and offsite appointments are usually reserved for homebound veterans.
Veterans can call 870 460-4748 to schedule an offsite appointment or ask a question.
MHS Offering Free Math Textbooks
August 15th, 2013 by
Monticello High School is giving away old mathematics textbooks. These textbooks are free and will be given on a first come, first serve basis. If you have questions, you may call the high school, 870-367-4050, and ask for Amy Brunson
Vergie Hart Reeves
August 15th, 2013 by
Vergie Hart Reeves, 94, of Fayetteville passed Thursday, August 8, 2013 in Fayetteville. She was born January 15, 1919 in Wilmar, Arkansas the daughter of John and Edith Measel Hart.
She was a member of Greenland First Baptist Church and sold Avon for many years.
Preceded in death by her husband, Lee R. Reeves, 1~ son, Roy and wife Sharon Reeves and 1~daughter, Martha Killian, 2 -sons in law Philip Peterson and Don Worrell.
Survivors, 1~son, Wesley Reeves and wife, Debbie of Wilmar, AR; 4~daughters, Vergie Peterson of Murray, KY (husband, Philip, deceased), Betty Worrell of Monticello, AR (husband, Don, deceased), Laura Keeney and husband, Ed of West Richland, WA and Margaret Mann and husband, Mike of Fayetteville, AR; 1 son in law, Melvin Killian of San Antonio, TX; 19 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 1great-great-granddaughter.
Funeral Service will be 1:00 PM Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at Cobb Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Howerton officiating and Rev. Joshua Murray, grandson, co-officiating. Burial at Elmwood Cemetary, Blytheville, AR.
Public Notice – Van for Sale
August 13th, 2013 by
The Monticello School District will be taking sealed bids on a 1986 Ford Club Wagon Van. Mileage – 142,029 VIN# – 1FBHS31H8GHB55446.
Bids must be received by 10:00am Tuesday August 26, 2013 and will be opened on Tuesday August 26, 2013 @ 11:00am.
Car Hits Power Pole, & Lands Under Split Sections
August 12th, 2013 by
Around 3 pm, Wednesday, the driver of this Pontiac G4 was westbound on HWY 35, east of Monticello, when she lost control and left the roadway.
Hay Baler & Field Fire, Contained by MFD
August 12th, 2013 by
Saturday, around noon, a hay baler fire was reported on North Gabbert St.
The blaze quickly ignited the dry hay, laying below the baler, as fire began to spread.
The Monticello Fire Dept. responded, and quickly had the fire extinguished.
Career Opportunity – Mazzio’s Asst. Manager
August 12th, 2013 by
Desha County Jury Gives 55 Year Sentence for Firearms & Battery Charges
August 12th, 2013 byLast Wednesday, a Desha County jury convicted Roy Lee Russell, of Dumas, for being a felon in possession in possession of a firearm and 2nd degree battery.
Russell was sentenced to 40 years and 15 years to run consecutively, which is the maximum sentence possible for those offenses.
Russell was found not guilty on 3 counts of kidnapping, 2 counts of rape, and one count of 2nd degree battery.
The trial began on Wednesday and concluded about 2pm Thursday.
Traffic Stop Turns Into Drug Arrest for DCSO
August 10th, 2013 by
A 30 YEAR OLD MONTICELLO MAN WAS ARRESTED BY THE DREW COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ON AUGUST 3, 2013 AFTER A TRAFFIC STOP WAS CONDUCTED ON HIS VEHICLE, .TO SHERIFF MARK GOBER
Local Industry Expanding, Adding Jobs
August 10th, 2013 by
At the Monticello Economic Development Commission’s monthly meeting, Nita McDaniel expounded on the recent city council meeting announcement that Hood Packaging is in the process of going through another expansion, which will add an estimated 12 new jobs, with an estimated hourly wage of $16
Hood will be investing between between $2M and $4M to add an additional product line. This will create 12 new full time jobs. AEDC has committed $250,000 in forgivable loans to help offset the costs of the expansion project, and on July 25th, the City Council approved an additional $100,000 in forgivable loans from the City war chest to assist with the expansion project as well.
As the planning of this expansion is on-going, new needs continue to develop, and the commission will be meeting soon to discuss these new aspects of the expansion.
Forgery Case Leads to 2 Arrests by DCSO
August 9th, 2013 by
ACCORDING TO SHERIFF MARK GOBER, ON JUNE 10, THE DREW COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE RECEIVED A REPORT OF CHECKS BEING FORGED AGAINST A LOCAL RESIDENT’S CHECKING ACCOUNT.
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August 9th, 2013 byDCSO Seeking Public Assistance on Locating Local Suspect
August 9th, 2013 by
Sherif Mark Gober and the Drew County Sheriff’s Dept. are aking for the public’s assistance in their search to locate a local man, who is a suspect in sereral theft cases and break-ins.
Grand Manor Assisted Living Breaks Ground for 49 Bed Housing & Care Units with 25 Local Jobs – Updated
August 8th, 2013 by
Several business and community leaders were present, Tuesday afternoon, for the ceremonial groundbreaking of Grand Manor Assisted Living, located on HWY 425 North, just past Cablevision.
The level two facility will provide care units for 49 clients, including an area for “memory care” patients.
$25 Oil Changes, Thursdays, at SPEE-D-LUBE
August 8th, 2013 by
MFD Responds to Camper Fire
August 7th, 2013 by
Just before noon, Tuesday, the Monticello Fire Dept. was paged out to the report of a trailer fire on East Pope Street.
A camper trailer, which was being salvaged for recyclable materials had caught fire, and was full engulfed, as they arrived.
Damage was contained to the camper.
Job Opening – Heavy Equipment Mechanic
August 7th, 2013 by
Congratulations
August 6th, 2013 by
Congratulations to Alex Hill for passing State Board test and graduating at Southark with state certified license.
Tom Rabb to Celebrate 88th Birthday, Saturday
August 6th, 2013 by
Everyone is invited to Tom Rabb’s 88th Birthday Celebration. His daughter, Linda Kay Rabb, and sister, Janie Rabb Fuller are hosting the birthday party, August 10, 2013, 2-4 PM, at The Guest House, 810 North HWY 425, Monticello, AR.
No gifts please, just your presence is requested. Tom was married 58 years to Imogene Henderson Rabb, until her death in 2003.
He is a WW2 Combat Veteran who served in General George Patton’s Tank Corps. He retired from Burlington Industries and was a farmer.
Local Lady Dies When Struck by Car in Camden
August 6th, 2013 by
A 34 year old Drew County resident lost her life, early Friday morning, when she was struck by a vehicle, while walking on Camden’s HWY 79.
Local Driver Dies in Auto Accident.
August 6th, 2013 by
According to the Arkansas State Police, a Drew County man lost his life, as his truck ran left the roadway on HWY 278, three miles east of Monticello.
Another Successful In-patient Rehab Story from The Woods
August 5th, 2013 by
Friday Singing on the Square – Videos
August 3rd, 2013 by
FORMER UAM RECEIVER INVITED TO COLTS CAMP
August 3rd, 2013 by
Former UAMonticello football player D.J. Stephens has been invited to the Indianapolis Colts’ training camp, according to the San Antonio Talons.
DCSO Arrests City Truck Theft Suspect
August 2nd, 2013 by
Monticello Police recently posted their “3 Most Wanted” suspects.
Thanks to the Drew County Sheriff’s Dept, their second suspect (accused of the theft of 2 City of Monticello trucks) in custody.
City Applying for Grant to Improved Old Fire Station for MPD Use
August 1st, 2013 by
City Council Discusses Local Bypasses Again
July 31st, 2013 by
At their last meeting, the Mayor addressed the Council about the possible construction of two roads with a grant from the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department. These roads would run from North Scogin Drive to Hwy. 278 and from Hwy. 278 to Barkada Road, for the purpose of reducing traffic congestion.
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