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Big Fight Tonight—Jermaine Taylor Present—Monticello’s Mayweather Wins With 1st Round KO

May 31st, 2008 by Joe Burgess

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Jermaine Taylor, the former undisputed Middleweight Boxing Champion of the World, was in Monticello Saturday night as a special guest for the boxing card held in honor of Dr. Randy McKiever.

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On the card, Monticello’s Brandon Mayweather won his first professional fight, as he fought Darrel Davis, of Shreveport, and won with a 1st round knockout, shown here.

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10 PM Fire Destroys Deer Camp

May 30th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

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This deer camp, located approximately one mile south of HWY 278 East, on Sixteenth Section Road was destroyed by fire, around 10 p.m. Friday night.

The building was totally engulfed, with flames coming through the roof, when the fire dept. arrived.

The Monticello Fire Dept., Drew County Sheriff’s Dept., and Arkansas State Police responded to the blaze.

Memorial Day Weekend Police Report

May 30th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

Over the Memorial Day Weekend, the Monticello Police Dept made the following arrests:

Domestic battery—2

Theft under $500—7

Criminal Mischief—2

Public intox—2

Battery, 3rd degree—3 (bar fight)

Endangering welfare of minor—1

Disorderly conduct—1

These arrests were made between Saturday & Monday.

UAM Agricultural Policy Students Visit With SEARK Legislators

May 30th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

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(L to R by rows, from top to bottom): (top row) Dr. Bob Stark, Dr. Paul Francis; (second row) Brad Clark, Kevin Ford, Steve Walmsley; (third row) Corey Bryant, LaMarcus Payne, Josh Rawls; (fourth row) Paige Bolin, Brian Young, Aaron Rutledge, Seth Tucker; (fifth row) Clayton Howell, Josh Barley, Aaron Pambianchi, Representative Allen Maxwell, Senator Jimmy Jeffress; (sixth row) Chris Bryant, Sara Beth Waller, Emily Wright, Whitney Leach, Sarah Dorton, Lana Chastain, Representative Gregg Reep, and Representative Eddie Cheatham.
Nineteen agriculture students from the University of Arkansas at Monticello received a firsthand view of history during their annual field trip to the Arkansas Capitol. 
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Jermaine Taylor To Attend Boxing Event in Monticello Saturday, in Honor of Dr. Randy McKiever

May 30th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

Tickets are now on sale at James Quick Print, The Phone Company, Union Bank, and Commercial Bank for Saturday’s boxing card at Shining “M” Arena, which is located on HWY 425 South, on May 31, beginning at 7 p.m., in honor of Dr. William R. McKiever.

taylor7.jpgTicket prices start at  $25,  other seats cost $35, and ringside seats are set at $50.  Former world middleweight champion, Jermain Taylor, will be present as an invited guest at ringside.

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SPELLING WIZARDS!!!

May 30th, 2008 by Drew Central Schools

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The Drew Central Second Grade have been studying Arkansas History in the month of May and to “top” it off, they hosted an Arkansas History Spelling Bee.
The children had to spell words such as Monticello, white-tailed deer, quartz crystal, and many other Arkansas related words. They did an awesome job and their parents are proud!! 1st through 8th places are represented. Starting from left:  Regan Berryman, Lexy Howard, Ania Washington, Abby Sass, Nathan Boykin, Gary Lucas, ReAnna Stewart and Auburney Tuckerson.
 

Team War Eagle—Sponsored by War Eagle Boats—1st Place in USSSA Tournament–Going to World Series in Knoxville, TN in July

May 29th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

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JP Aiken scoring a run.

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Ryan Miller of Dumas starting the game off.

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Team War Eagle with the 1st place trophy

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Coach Rodney Kelley excited, as always!!

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Back row coaches Rodney Kelley, Reagan Rush, Joe Bates.  middle row, left to right- Chris Kelley, Beau Rush, JP Aiken, Caleb Mizell and Grant Roberts.  front row-Derrick Bates, Ryan Miller, Tucker Ward, Walker Jarrett and Peyton Merrell.

Team War Eagle, sponsored by War Eagle Boats of Monticello and coached by Rodney Kelley, Kenneth Roberts and Reagan Rush, played in a USSSA tournament in Marion, Arkansas this past weekend.  They placed 1st in the 12AA and under and qualified for the World Series.  This great group of athletes will be traveling to Knoxville, TN in July to participate. 

Monticello Babe Ruth 14-15 Yr Old Schedule

May 29th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

Thurs May 29           
8:00 Mets at Tigers

Fri May 30
6:00 Star City at Braves
   
Mon June 2
6:00 Mets at Woodlawn
6:00 Hamburg 2 at Tigers
   
Tues June 3
6:00 Braves at Hamburg 2
6:00 Hamburg 1 at Tigers
                         

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Monticello student graduates from Ouachita

May 29th, 2008 by News Release

Daniel Judkins of Monticello graduated from Ouachita Baptist University during May commencement exercises.

Judkins received a Bachelor of Science degree, with a major in biology.

A total of 196 students received Baccalaureate degrees during Ouachita’s spring commencement ceremony held on the lawn in front of Cone-Bottoms Hall.

Spotlight on the Monticello Girls 11 & 12 Panthers-Part 4

May 29th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

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Britney batting

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Sara King catching

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Jessie Brixie waiting to score

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The Panthers team members are Sara King #3/catcher, Jessie Brixie #13/ Right Field, Savannah Reynolds #8/shortstop, McKenzie Zieman #9/3rd base, Taylor Parker #5/Left Field, Halley Ryburn #7/pitcher, Elizabeth Echols #12/1st base, Rebecca Rook #11/Center Field, Michele Moseley #4/2nd base, Morgan Hopper #6/pitcher & left field, Britney Edney #1/Right field, Shelby White #2/center field, and Morgan Gathan #10/left field.

The Panthers are coached by Matt Echols, John Parker, Sara Brannen, and team manager is Carita Ryburn.

Drew Central Students Take Part in ST JUDE MATH-A-THON

May 28th, 2008 by Drew Central Schools

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Pictured are the children who participated in this year’s St. Jude Math-a-Thon for Drew Central Elementary: Not in order, Rachel Shirey, Mayia Gulley, Kelsea Majors, Sarah Pennington, Samantha Pennington, Katilyn Harris, Jake Harris, Deaunna Bodiford, Waldo Laeskei, Maci Estelle, Lacey Rae, Armon Youngblood, Charlie Courtney, Mistee Pamplin. 

These children raised almost $800.00 dollars for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. 

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Spotlight on the Monticello Girls 11 & 12 Panthers-Part 3

May 28th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

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Taylor in left field

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Michele Moseley at the plate

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Becca Reynolds batting 

The Panthers team members are Sara King #3/catcher, Jessie Brixie #13/ Right Field, Savannah Reynolds #8/shortstop, McKenzie Zieman #9/3rd base, Taylor Parker #5/Left Field, Halley Ryburn #7/pitcher, Elizabeth Echols #12/1st base, Rebecca Rook #11/Center Field, Michele Moseley #4/2nd base, Morgan Hopper #6/pitcher & left field, Britney Edney #1/Right field, Shelby White #2/center field, and Morgan Gathan #10/left field.

The Panthers are coached by Matt Echols, John Parker, Sara Brannen, and team manager is Carita Ryburn.

Farmers Market to Open Saturday

May 27th, 2008 by News Release

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The Drew County Farmers’ Market at Monticello,  located at the corner of Shelton and Conley, will be open for business beginning Saturday.
 
The days of operation are Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon.
 
Covered booth space is available and free of charge. 
 
Garage Sales and Growers from surrounding counties are welcomed!!!
 
The Monticello Market is WIC approved.

Drew Central Students Win Reader Awards

May 27th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

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Noemi Garcia and Ryan Fowler were the overall Accelerated Reader Winners at Drew Central Elementary School this year.
Noemi won top honors in the upper elementary with 461 points and Ryan was the lower elementary winner with 133 points.
Each received a certificate, a Wal-Mart gift card and an autographed book from author Katy Duffield.

Ceremony Honors Veterans and Sacrifices

May 26th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

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Close to 100 people attended a special Memorial Day Ceremony this morning, to honor Drew County Veterans, and the memory of those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

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Four World War II veterans took the chance to visit before the program.  Shown here are Robie Scott, P. Q. Gardner, Robert Arey, and Odis Allen.

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Glenn Kellebrew, commander of the local American Legion post, opened the event.

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Boy Scout Troop #67 posted the colors.

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Drew County Judge, Damon Lampkin served as the guest speaker.

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EMS Week-This Week

May 25th, 2008 by News Release

The 2008 EMS Week theme is “Your Life is Our Mission.” This statement was chosen to recognize the commitment that emergency medical personnel make to the communities they serve.
 
EMS Week — held this year from May 20 to May 26 — was established to bring communities and medical personnel together to publicize safety and honor the dedication of EMS workers.
 
So if you see anyone from SouthEast EMS or MASI this week, give them a pat on the back and tell them thanks for the great job they do.

Have A Great Week,
Lyle Welch
SouthEast Emergency Medical Services

SouthEast District Assoc Second Joint Board Meeting-May 29 & 30

May 25th, 2008 by Church Office

The SouthEast District Association announces it’s second joint Board Meeting. It is scheduled for May 29th and 30th 2008 beginning at 6:00 p.m. on that Thursday at the St. Peter’s Rock Baptist Church in Dumas, Ar. District Moderator Larry Alexander and Women’s President Barbara Webb encourages all churches in the Southeast  District to come and participate.

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