June 30th, 2008 by Judge Damon Lampkin
Since July 4th falls on Friday this year, that Friday’s trash routes will be run on Thursday, July 3rd.
The monthly Bulk Pick-up will be held on July 12th.
Florence Road from Jose Chapel East will be closed for bridge replacement from now thru Thursday, July 3rd.      Â
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June 30th, 2008 by Joe Burgess
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June 30th, 2008 by Joe Burgess
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June 30th, 2008 by News Release

Members of the 1st Battalion of the 185th Aviation provided the aviation assets during annual training at Swindle Airfield in Walnut Ridge, Ark. “The most important take away from the practice missions is making lessons learned on things that would have been better if you’d had the resources and assets that you needed,” said 1st Lt. Melissa Shipman, Blackhawk pilot for the 185th.Â
(Photo by 2nd Lt. Theresa L. Walker, 119th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)
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June 30th, 2008 by News Release
Cruiser – Feature
1-549-MIKE ZIEMAN-MONTICELLO, AR
2-214-JUSTIN WILSON-MONTICELLO, AR
3-15-BRANDON LLOYD-MONTICELLO,
4-95-AFTON ANDERSON-RISON, AR
5-00-DOUG DAVIS-MONTICELLO, AR
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June 29th, 2008 by Joe Burgess
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Tonight’s edition of One Monticello Life takes a look at a husband and wife, that between them, spent a total of 63 years working at Burlington.
Tom and Marsha Henry will celebrate their 47th anniversary later this year, are active members of Northside Baptist Church, and have raised 3 sons.
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June 29th, 2008 by Joe Burgess
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June 29th, 2008 by News Release

Sgt. Shaun Taurone, from Dover, Ark., explains his training experience within the tactical operations center for flight operations with the 77th Aviation Brigade’s 1st Battalion of the 114th Security and Support. Communication is their first priority and identifying the equipment needed is part of this annual training.Â
(Photo by 2nd Lt. Theresa L. Walker, 119th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)
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June 29th, 2008 by News Release

Checking the signal. Tech. Sgt. Bill Smith, left, practices aligning a satellite with the help of Staff Sgt. Scott Roach. The men are members of the Arkansas Air Guard’s 154th Weather Flight, which provided weather support to the Arkansas Army Guard’s 1st Battalion, 114th Security and Support during their recent annual training.Â
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June 29th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

AÂ tree fell on my home Wednesday night during the storm.
I wanted to say “Thank You” to everyone for you help: a special thanks is deserved by Rex Davis, Chris Owens, John Carter, Chris Reed, Steven Stain, and the Mingo family for your help during the storm.
Jerald Clarke
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June 29th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

Two other photos of fallen trees from Wednesday nights storm include the splintered one above from East Shelton, and the one shown below that fell onto the back of the Drew County Abstract & Title company, near the railroad tracks on Main Street.

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June 28th, 2008 by Joe Burgess
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June 28th, 2008 by Joe Burgess
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June 28th, 2008 by News Release

A Soldier with 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 101st Airborne Division provides instruction during a vehicle search class in the Radwaniya community of Baghdad. “They are a very proud people, and they want very much to protect their community,” said 2nd Lt. Vincent Barber.
(Photo by Maj. Craig Heathscott, 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office)
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June 28th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

Hannah Kling of the 9-10 Monticello Blue Thunder Team.
The Blue Thunder are still in the tournament, after dropping their first game on Thurs, but winning 2 games on Friday.Â
The team is oached by Tim Chase and Craig McRae.
Photo taken by Caroly of A Noble Photo.
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June 28th, 2008 by News Release


The Monticello Red Hots (age 7-8) All Stars won their first game Thursday against the Magnolia Magic, by a score of 11-0.Â
They won Friday, as well, and play Saturday at 2 p.m.Â
These two pics are of Jay Lauren Pace (batting) and Chaney Scott.
 The Xtreme All Stars (age 9-10) won their game as well.
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June 27th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

Spc. Jason Stevenson (foreground), 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, serves as the demonstrator during personnel search training at a school in the Radwaniya
community of Baghdad. “Our guys are very professional. . . great [enlisted leaders], and we’re basically trying to teach them skills we’ve learned in our careers,” said 2nd Lt. Vincent Barber. “The more we train the Iraqis the more effective they become, and the less hands on we have to be with them. We want them to take over the security of their community.”
(Photo by Maj. Craig Heathscott, 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office)
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June 27th, 2008 by News Release

During a vehicle search demonstration, a ‘Sons of Iraq’ student in Radwaniya opens the hood to begin the search. The SOI training was being conducted by 1st battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division. “I want to protect my family and keep it safe from
the outside terrorist,” claims one middle-aged Iraqi man attending the course.
(Photo by Maj. Craig Heathscott, 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office)
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June 27th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

Monticello’s 15 year old Babe Ruth all stars won the 14-15 year old division of the second annual Burlington Bash Invitational Tournament held this past weekend in Monticello.
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June 27th, 2008 by Joe Burgess
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June 26th, 2008 by News Release

A Soldier with 1st Battalion, 153rd Infantry Regiment of the 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, shows his ‘Sons of Iraq’ students how to detain an individual during a personnel search. “They know the area, and the people in it. And when strangers come up to a checkpoint, they are very critical of them as to why they are in the area,” said Col. Kendall Penn, commander of the 39th. “It’s their community, their home. If the [Son's of Iraq] are successful you can rest assured that the Coalition is going to be
more successful”
(Photo by Maj. Craig Heathscott, 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office)
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June 26th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

Robert Deen-butterfly

Emily Grubbs-butterfly

Austin Hopper-butterfly
Photos courtesy of Carolny at A Noble Photo.
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June 26th, 2008 by News Release

Staff Sgt. Justin Fisher, of Hatfield, Arkansas, speaks with his interpreter while training the ‘Sons of Iraq’ on vehicle searches. Fisher is a member of 1st Battalion, 153rd Infantry Regiment of the 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team.
(Photo by Maj. Craig Heathscott, 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office)
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June 26th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

The Monticello 13 year Old All-Stars finished first in their pool, in the 2nd Annual Burlington Bash.
They beat Pine Bluff Seabrook 25-3, Saturday morning, and beat Warren’s 15 year old team 7-5, Saturday night.
The team will play this weekend in the Babe Ruth district tournament starting beginning Friday in Hamburg.
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June 26th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

During last night’s storm a large portion of the roof of Discount Merchandise on Monticello Square was blown off.

Thanks to Steve Chapman of Chapman Sheet Metal for the photos.


The roof in this area was blown completely over, exposing the wooden and even moving some of the rafters.

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June 26th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

A fallen tree in the 1000 block of Cooper Street.

Monticello City Square

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June 26th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

Willie’s Detail shop.

Caved in section of HWY 278 East at Shaw Lane.

SUV parked in yard on 35 East, near 278 intersection.

Jenkins Store and car wash.

East of Jenkins Store.

House on 35 East, near 278 intersection.
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June 25th, 2008 by Joe Burgess
Heavy rains have taken their toll on Monticello, and most likely have added to the latest highway hazard, a large hole in HWY 278 East, near the end of Shaw Lane, in the airport area.
One lane of traffic has been shut down, awaiting maintainence crews from the state highway dept.
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June 25th, 2008 by Joe Burgess
Following the heavy rains, parts of Monticello are flooded.
HWY 278 East is nearing the point of needing to be closed..
E. McCloy and N. Hyatt have opened up.
Merrydale St. And surrounding area are also underwater.
Check back for more info and PHOTOS.
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June 25th, 2008 by Joe Burgess
A severe thunderstorm rolled across Monticello just after 7 p.m., with nickle-size hail in many areas, with some locations reporting quarter size ice chunks..
Streets are partially under water at S. Main + College, and E. McCloy Streets.
Power lines are down on 278 East near Jenkins.
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June 25th, 2008 by News Release

Members of the ‘Sons of Iraq’ participate in hands on training in Makasib with the 39th’s 1st Battalion, 153rd Infantry Regiment. The Soldiers are working to train the SOI to more effectively secure their own communities. “It’s a win-win situation as they have a sense of pride for what they are doing, and they’re able to provide us with valuable information that allows us to be that much more effective in our mission here,” said Col. Kendall Penn, commander of the 39th.”Â
(Photo by Maj. Craig Heathscott, 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office)
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June 25th, 2008 by Church Office
IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH located at 939 Barkada Road will be having Vacation Bible School on June 26, 27 and 28. Thursday and Friday we will meet from 6:00-8:00 PM. Saturday we will meet from 3:00-5:00 PM.
Parents are invited back at 5:00 to join us in our Closing Ceremony followed by a church-wide “Fiesta” at the church pavillion.
This year’s theme is “Fiesta! Where Kids are Fired Up about Jesus!” All children ages 4 years-6th Grade are welcome.
For more information please contact the church office at 367-3342.
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June 25th, 2008 by Joe Burgess

Back Row-Coach Dax Henderson, Coach Mike Owens, Coach Neil Stanley
Middle Row-Cole Cox, Tyion Huey, Scott Thomas Bratton, Ty Henderson, Clayton Pharr, Scott Hewitt
Front Row-Kevin Davidson, Lucas Owens, Hunter Lane, Justin Hopper, Clint Pigott
not Pictured: Sam Ramirez
Above is the information on the Monticello Sluggers 9 year old All-Star Team.  They have played in several tournaments getting ready for the State Tournament 4th of July weekend. The Lonoke tournament, picture above, the team placed 2nd.Â
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June 25th, 2008 by News Release

Staff Sgt. Justin Fisher, of Hatfield, Arkansas, provides ‘weapons posture’ training to members of the Sons of Iraq. Fisher is a member of 1st Battalion, 153rd Infantry Regiment of the 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team. “Bottom line, we want the Iraqi citizens to own security of their country, and we’re doing our part to ensure they have that opportunity,” said Col. Kendall Penn, commander of the 39th. (Photo by Maj. Craig Heathscott, 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office)
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June 25th, 2008 by News Release
Please join us for Session IV of the Drew H.E.A.L.T.H. Coalition Health Leadership Academy,Monday, from 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
The sessin will be held at the MidSOUTH Training Academy 109 Westgate Drive Monticello, AR 71655
Program Agenda
9:00-11:30Â Understanding the Role of Health Disparities in Cardiovascular and Tobacco Education
11:30-1:00Â Â Luncheon / AmeriCorps Community Health Advisors
1:00-3:30Â Â Program Evaluation:Â Its More than Just Counting Noses!
Contact Misty Paschall at 870-723-5240 to register.
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