Reports of “a dead body found near the overpass on HWY 425″ came into MPD and MonticelloLive, several times, Thursday.
Here’s the true story behind the events that started that untrue rumor, that peaked Monticello’s interest……
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Friday Update – Union Bank’s Letter to Customers about Text Message Scam
January 27th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Union Bank has mailed this letter out to it’s customers, in response to the recent text message phishing scam,…
Man Arrested for Beating 82 Year Old Victim
January 27th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Piggy Sue’s – Now Open 7 Days / Week
January 27th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Monticello Girls Softball To Hold Registration
January 27th, 2012 by Submitted
Monticello Girls Softball Association (formerly Monticello Babe Ruth Softball) is currently holding registration for the 2012 season. Registration forms are available at the schools, Farm Bureau and here on Monticello Live.
You may mail your registration form, payment & a copy of your daughter’s birth certificate (new players, only) to 202 Katie Lane Monticello, AR 71655 or drop them off at Farm Bureau, located at 656 Barkada Road, Monticello, AR.
On-site registration:
Saturday, Feb. 18 at Hibbett’s Sporting Goods 9:00am – 12:00 noon
Friday, Feb. 24 at Farm Bureau from 4:00-6:00pm
If you have questions or need further information, please contact Rebecca Socia at MGSA.71655@gmail.com
Monticello Girls Softball Association Accepting Bids
January 27th, 2012 by SubmittedThe Monticello Girls Softball Association is accepting bids for photographs & team jerseys for the upcoming season of play. The bids should be received in writing by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 17, 2012. Please send your bid to Misty Jones at MGSA.71655@gmail.com
Monticello Cal Ripken Registration Online
January 27th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
MHS Safe Prom Fundraiser at Mazzios, Today
January 27th, 2012 by Monticello Schools
MHS Safe Prom fund raiser, Friday, January 27th at Mazzio’s, all day (lunch & dinner).
Mazzio’s will donate 10% of sales Friday whenever a customer presents this coupon when paying, to MHS Safe Prom.
Just click on the coupon, print it, and bring it to Mazzios, Friday.
6 DCHS Choir Student Eligle for All-State
January 27th, 2012 by Drew Central Schools6 senior high students from DC are eligible for All State! This is a huge accomplishment, and a great improvement compared to last year’s results (only 3 were eligible for tryouts). The 6 students are:
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UAM Forestry Club To Host Field Day Competition February 10-11
January 27th, 2012 by UAM News
Forestry students from the University of Arkansas at Monticello will put their lumberjack skills on display at the UAM Forestry Club’s annual Field Day competition February 10-11. Read the rest of this entry »
LifeShare Blood Drive, Today, at Fred’s
January 27th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
LifeShare Blood Centers will hold a blood drive at Freds in Monticello on Friday, January 27th from 1pm until 5pm.
All donors will receive a free t-shirt.
Donors must present identification at the time of donation.
Bear Removing Deer from Road Side – Video – Over 3,800 Views
January 27th, 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.
Cleo Young’s 85th Birthday Celebration Planned, Saturday
January 27th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Coupon Class Offered by UAM Continuing Education
January 27th, 2012 by Submitted
Employment Opportunity – Accounts Payable Job
January 27th, 2012 by Submitted
Local company is looking for a qualified individual to fill an accounts payable position.
Employment Opportunity – Full time Receptionist/Processing assistant
January 27th, 2012 by SubmittedFull time Receptionist/Processing assistant to provide quality, accurate and timely customer service (internal and external) involving daily processing of detailed transactions.
Hog Hunting Competition
January 27th, 2012 by SubmittedSign Up Date – January 26, 27, & 28 - Entry Fee – $50.
Hunt starts – January 28
Weigh in Date – February 5
4 Sign Up Locations - Outdoor Store in Monticello - Jim’s Trading Post in Pine Bluff - SwapShop in Warren – Eppinette’s in Eldorado
Mail-in Entries can be made by calling for address at 870-718-7304 and leaving name and phone number. Entries will be accepted from Arkansas and surrounding states.
There will be 100% profit payout based on weight: Largest Boar or Bar 50%: Largest Sow 25%: Largest Stringer 25%
Blossoms Help Raise Breast Cancer Awareness
January 27th, 2012 by UAM News
The Cotton Blossoms Women’s Basketball team will be participating in the WBCA’s Play4Kay event, formerly Pink Zone, on Saturday, February 11, against Henderson State.
Play4Kay is an event that women’s basketball teams from across the country participate in to help raise breast cancer awareness on their campus and in their communities. Read the rest of this entry »
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 »
Driver Dodges Dog, Flips Over Driveway
January 26th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Around 10 am, Thursday morning, the driver of this Pontiac Sunfire reportedly swerved to avoid a dog on Winchester Road, and hit the ditch, before flipping, when it collided with a concrete driveway.
Monticello Rescue Squad responded, as did MPD, SEEMS, and MASI.
The driver’s injuries did not appear to be serious.
March 1st Is UAM Scholarship Deadline
January 26th, 2012 by UAM News
Prospective and current students who plan to apply for either institutional or private scholarships to attend the University of Arkansas at Monticello next fall should do so by March 1, according to Mary Whiting, dean of enrollment management and director of admissions. Read the rest of this entry »
DC Game Schedule Change
January 26th, 2012 by Joe BurgessDrew Central’s game at Smackover is TONIGHT not tomorrow night!!!
The games start at 5 with JR boys followed by the SR teams.
Meggs Campaign Kick-Off, Friday
January 26th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Ryburn Quick Lane January Specials
January 26th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Ford & Dodge - Oil Change, Rotation, Air Filter – $69.95
Toyota – Oil Change, Rotation, Cap & Air Filter – $84.95
Fuel Injection Service (gas) - $89.95
Diesel service, additional charge. Not including taxes, See dealer for details.
Drew Central Keeps 4th Teacher for Remainder of School Year After Parents Voice Concerns
January 26th, 2012 by Mandy Moss
Many concerned 5th grade parents attended this month’s Drew Central School Board meeting to ask the Board to keep on the fourth teacher that had recently been added to the faculty. In response to the parents and the public, Superintendent Wayne Fawcett gave MLive this statement:
“I have decided to leave in place, for the remainder of the second semester, a fourth certified position in the 5th grade. At this juncture I do not feel that it would be fair to the students to disrupt their schedule.” Read the rest of this entry »
Waste Disposal Service Likely to be “Thrown Out” by City & County
January 26th, 2012 by Mandy MossMayor Allen Maxwell encouraged the City Council to consider changing companies for trash pick-up and haul-off during Thursday night’s regular meeting.
Quorum Court Agrees to Donate Land for the Public Facility Board / DMH Assisted Living Project
January 26th, 2012 by Mandy MossThe Quorum Court unanimously agreed to pass an ordinance allowing Drew County to donate land for the Public Facility Assisted Living Project. The 3.81 acres of land will be used to build a 40 bed facility to be located at Ross Drive and Old Warren Road.
Monticello School Board Accepts Internet Safety Policy; Discusses “Textbook Free” Schools
January 26th, 2012 by Mandy MossInstructional Media Services Director Tony McKinstry discussed the Internet Safety Policy with the Monticello School Board, telling them that, “The state recommended us to have some sort of safety policy which stated that we monitor the internet…monitor the email…filter the Internet…” –“It is monitored and it is filtered as good as we can get it.”
Monticello Schools already have high standards for blocking inappropriate material from reaching their children in schools, but the State asked for a written policy to be put into place. A safety plan was developed and the Board voted to approve it.
Discussions progressed to how the wave of the future is moving towards schools no longer using textbooks, and instead, allowing each student to have digital books via iPads, Kindles, Nooks, or Laptops. The Board members mentioned how heavy student’s backpacks are and Tony McKinstry stated, “You could probably get rid of 50 pounds [of weight from books] by just switching over to a Kindle or iPad.”
4th Annual Wild Game Supper At Immanuel Baptist Church, Feb. 25th
January 26th, 2012 by Church Office
St. James Church (Warren) to Host MLK Banquet with Judge Earnest E. Brown, Saturday
January 26th, 2012 by Church OfficeReverend Kent J. Broughton and members of the St. James A.M.E. Church of Warren extend an invitation to the 18th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Banquet. Everett Wallace is the program coordinator.
The event will begin at 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28 in the St. James Church located at 915 St. James Street in Warren. Tickets cost $7 and can be purchased from members of the church or at the door.
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