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Monticello 12 Year Old All-Stars Qualify for Regionals in Lemesa, TX.

July 14th, 2012 by

The Monticello 12 year old boys all-star team finished first in District and second in State tournament.

They have qualified to compete in the Regionals, in Lemesa, TX, leaving on July 18th.

Anyone wishing to donate to this team can drop the money off at Ryburn Motor Company or call (870)723-6201. This will be a very expensive tournament so any and all donations will be greatly appreciated.

Ben Philley Players:(back row left to right) Ryan Bitely, Mason Philley, Aaron Spencer, Devon Burton,Preston Arrington and Sam Mercer (front row left to right) Sam English, Wil Brooks, Colby Stephens, Luke Frost, Ryan Lambert and Jackson Grant

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MFD Responds to Fire at Old Southeast Truss Factory

July 14th, 2012 by

Thursday Morning, just before 10 am, the Monticello Fire Dept. was called to extinguish a fire on Commercial Drive, off of Airport Road.

At the former Southeast Trust factory, a cutting torch had reportedly been used to disassemble some equipment for scrap metal. After the workers had left the area, the sawdust under the machine smoldered, and eventually caught fire.

It seems no damage was done, since the machine were already scrap.

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More Rain Forecast

July 14th, 2012 by

Some neighborhoods in Drew County have had rain for 5-6 days in a row. It’s been several weeks since we’ve been able to say that.

A 50% chance of rain stays with us for at least another 2 days.

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Monte Carlo Collides With Tanker Truck

July 13th, 2012 by

The driver of this Chevy Monte Carlo was southbound, Thursday around 11:45, when the vehicle hydroplaned, spinning around, and crossing into the northbound lane.

As the car entered the northbound land, the passenger side collided with the tanker truck, shown here.

The accident occurred on HWY 425 North, near Cablevision. No one was injured. MPD and MFD responded, Rod’s Wrecker towed the Chevy.

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Ryburns Donates Dummies to Healthcare Training

July 13th, 2012 by

At Wednesday’s MEDC meeting, Benji Rybrn, on behalf of Ryburn Automotive Superstore, the National Automobile Dealers Association, and the Arkansas Automobile Dealers Association, presented the Workforce Training Center with two cardiopulmonary resuscitation dummies.

The dummies will be used for training students in their upcoming healthcare classes.

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Monticello Man Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Crime & Must Register as Sex Offender

July 13th, 2012 by

A 26 year old Monticello man accepted a guilty plea, in Circuit Court, Monday, in a case where he had been charged with Engaging Child in Sexually Explicit Conduct for use in Visual Media.

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Happy Birthday

July 13th, 2012 by

Happy Birthday to Josh McKiever!

Best wishes from your family and friends.

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Principal Kenny Pennington Leaving MHS after 13 Years

July 12th, 2012 by

After 13 years principal Kenny Pennington is leaving MHS.

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Convention Center Funding Leads to Discussion of Extending Library Tax to Build Convention Complex

July 12th, 2012 by

UAM Chancellor Jack Lassiter gave an updated Community Center Planning Committee status to the Advertising and Promotion Commission, Monday night.

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Happy 4th Birthday

July 12th, 2012 by

Happy Birthday Jace Wyatt!!

Four years ago you changed my life forever and I thank God for it!! You are a blessing.

I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always, as long as I’m living, my sweet baby you’ll be!!

We Love you, Mommy & Bryson.

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Death Penalty Possible in Capital Murder Case of Infant, Court Date Set, Mom Likely to Testify against Step-Dad

July 11th, 2012 by

The capital murder case of Aubriana Coke went before the Drew County Circuit Court, Tuesday afternoon, with details leading up to the October jury trial becoming more complete.

Prosecutor Thomas Deen confirmed to MLive that the prosecution, “intends to seek the death penalty for Daniel Pedraza,” the deceased infant’s step-father, in the case.

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Happy Birthday, with an Unusual Gift

July 11th, 2012 by

Happy 16th Birthday to Morgan Hopper.

In honor of her birthday, Morgan’s friends decorated her yard with a flock of pink flamingos.

Congratulations, Morgan.

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11 Candidates File for 10 School Board Seats.

July 11th, 2012 by

With all 5 zone positions on both Monticello and Drew Central’s school boards up for re-election, due to the recent re-districting, here is the list of candidates filing, as the deadline passed, Tuesday at noon.

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Empolyment Opportunity – Sewing

July 11th, 2012 by

Experience Sewer’s Needed for Akin, A Joerns Healthcare Company in Dumas.

Excellent Benefits – health, dental, vision, Life, 401k, and Disability.

Contact – Jennifer Bradley HR Dept. 870-382-4808 Ext. 221.

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MHS Grad Chosen as Honors College Fellow at UA

July 11th, 2012 by

Amy James, a recent graduate of Monticello High School, is one of 72 outstanding students chosen for the 2012 class of Honors College Fellows at the University of Arkansas. James plans to be a pre-med major in the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences.

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Advertising & Promotion Commission Meeting – Term Expirations & Agenda

July 11th, 2012 by

There is a regularly scheduled Advertising and Promotion Commission meeting was held Monday night at the MEDC building.

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Deadline Passes to File for School Board Seats – All 10 Positions Up for Re-election

July 10th, 2012 by

New Drew Central School Board Districts

New Monticello School District Boundaries

Here are the new Monticello and Drew Central school board election boundaries, recently approved by the boards.

Enlarged Map of City Area, Monticello District

Re-disticting of school board boundaries is required, due to the 2010 census, just like it was for the city council and quorum court.

All school board seats in both districts are up for re-election in the upcoming September 18 election.

Today, at noon, was the deadline to file as a candidate for any of the 5 seats, on both Monticello and Drew Central’s school board. Read the rest of this entry »

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County Judge Candidates Address TEA Party – VIDEOS

July 10th, 2012 by

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Stolen Car Found Wrecked – Information Sought

July 9th, 2012 by

According to Sheriff Mark Gober, the Drew County Sheriff’s Department is looking for information regarding the theft of white Infiniti i30 four-door sedan which was reported stolen from Old Deane Road at 1:30 AM Wednesday, July 4th.

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Happy Birthday

July 9th, 2012 by

Happy Birthday, Paul

From your friends at the office and
Marvin Martian.

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Vandals Steal Tractor – Crash into Several Mobile Homes

July 9th, 2012 by

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Angry Parent, that Crashed School Bus in Teachers Car, Back in Court, Gets 2 Years Sentence

July 9th, 2012 by

The angry parent accused of crashing a Drew Central school bus and a teacher’s car (February 2011), appeared in Circuit Court, Friday, before Judge Sam Pope.

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Former Monticello School Administrator Hired as Crossett Superintendent

July 9th, 2012 by

According to AshleyCountyLedger.com, the Crossett School Board has named a former Monticello assistant superintendent as the interim Crossett superintendent.

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“Chris Was Stabbing Him, & I Was Pushing Him Out of the Truck” – 2 of 3 Saline County Youths Plead Guilty & Sentenced

July 9th, 2012 by

Two of the three Saline County youths charged with the attempted capital murder of a Lacey man, aggravated robbery, theft of property, and theft by receiving, entered Guilty pleas, Friday, in Drew County Circuit Court.

One received a 25 year sentence, followed by a 15 year suspended sentence, and the other earned a 10 year sentence, followed by 10 more, suspended.

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Happy Birthday

July 9th, 2012 by

Happy 15th Birthday Cody!

We love you very much,

Daddy, Moma, Kayla, Kody, Mamaw and Papaw

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Friday Night Jam Session on the Square

July 9th, 2012 by

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Happy Birthday

July 8th, 2012 by

Happy Four Score and One Birthday Celebration,

to my Mom, Lillie B Wherry.

Bishop Sam Wherry

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Finally, Rain

July 8th, 2012 by

Thunderstorms moved across Monticello, this morning, bringing with it rain, and hopes of more rain.

There wasn’t enough rain to make a big difference in the recent hot, dry spell, but it did bring some welcome relief to local residents.

There’s a 50% chance of rain for the rest of the day, and a 60% chance on Monday & Tuesday.

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Clear Creek Fire Dept. Fireworks Display – Video

July 8th, 2012 by

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Happy Birthday

July 7th, 2012 by

We love you Chase.

Hope you have a GREAT DAY

Love, Daddy, Mommy and Sissy

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4th Fire in 3 Days Near Lacey

July 7th, 2012 by

Around 4:30, Friday, a 4th woods fire was reported in southern Drew County, this one on HWY 172.

The Arkansas Forestry Commission responded with 2 fire plows. Local fire depts. responding included Lacey-Ladelle, Greenhill, and Valley. The fire was contained within a couple of hours, and damage was limited to approximately 3-4 acres.

Lightning caused a fire on HWY 133, Sunday. There were two fires near Lacey-New Hope Road, Thursday, one burning 75 acres. The cause of Friday’s fire is unknow, but Sheriff Mark Gober commented, “this one wasn’t started by lightning.”

Our appreciation goes out to all of the firefighters who go out into the heat and smoke, to protect the property and lives of the residents of Drew County.

Thank You.

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Happy Birthday

July 7th, 2012 by

Jaxon Rawls will be celebrating his fourth birthday on July 7.

He is the son of Jeff and Jamie Rawls and the big brother of Ace Rawls. Jaxon is the grandson of David & Cindy Rawls and Jim & Julie West all of Monticello. He is the great-grandson of Katherleen Rawls and J.D. & Sandra West of Monticello, the late Curly Rawls, the late Lucy Brown and the late J.B. Smith all of Monticello and the late Betty Travis of Warren.

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75 Acre Fire near Lacey and The Valley Contained – Friday Update

July 6th, 2012 by

: Blackhawk helicopter, with “pond bucket”. (Photo by MLive reader.)

: Burned area, near Ponderosa Lane.

: 5 fire plows cut fire lanes to control the blaze.

: Burned forest floor smolders, after the fire.

: 40 acre fire, as seen from a distance.

: 2 tanker planes & a control center aircraft, helped battle the fire.

An estimated 75 acres of forest land were burned in a wild fire, Thursday afternoon.

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Burn Ban Issued for Drew County

July 5th, 2012 by

A burn ban has been issued by Drew County Judge Damom Lampkin, covering all of Drew County.

The recent hot and dry spell has greatly increased the probablity of fires getting out of control.

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Woods Fire Caused by Lightning

July 4th, 2012 by

Around 6 pm, following a good thunderstorm in the area, a woods fire was reported near HWY 133, south of Lacey.

Lacey-Ladelle and Valley Fire Depts. responded with trucks and firefighters, and extinguished the blaze, estimated to be around one acre, which is believed to have started by a lightning strike to a White Oak.

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