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According to Lt. Jason Akers, a multi agency investigation resulted in the arrest of a Cleveland County resident in Monticello last week.

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The names of all University of Arkansas students who graduated in December 2011 and those who earned a place on Law School Dean’s lists for the fall 2011 semester, are now posted on the university’s Academic Achievement webpage. The page is part of the Arkansas Newswire website, linked from the University of Arkansas homepage.

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Linda Gail Sloan Rainwater, 52 of Dumas, Arkansas died February 28, 2012 in Dumas, Arkansas. Linda was born December 15, 1959 to the Commadore Edward Sloan, II and Juanita Varnell Sloan in Monroe, Louisiana. Linda attended the Pentecostal church and was a homemaker.

Survivors include her husband, Clinton Rainwater of Dumas, Arkansas two sons, Wesley Damon (Janice) Rainwater of Hot Springs, Arkansas & Tracy Andrew (Lisa) Rainwater of Monticello, Arkansas, daughter Amanda (Billy) Wright of McGehee, Arkansas. Her mother, Juanita Sloan of Tillar, brother Commadore Edward Sloan, III of Du Quoin, Illinois and 2 sisters, Janet Stoner of Batesville, Arkansas and Tommy Sue Hill of Pine Hill, Arkansas 10 grandchildren, Dylan, Delaina, Morgan, Ava, Kenneth, Codi, Kaylee, Hunter, Hayden and Hannah and 1 great grand daughter, Jaycee survive her.

Visitation held from 6-8pm, February 29, 2012 at Griffin Funeral Home.

Services are 2 PM Thursday, March 1, 2012, Griffin Funeral Home with Rev. Michael McFall officiating and burial in Walnut Lake Cemetery.

Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Home, Dumas, Arkansas.

Looking for a fish tank between 20-60 gallons.Will pay depending on what you have or I can take it off your hands. Must be able to hold water and to be clean enough to inspect. Top and filtered preferred but not required.

Call 870-820-9414

Happy 2nd Birthday

Andre Williams Jr.

From: Mommy, Daddy, Pooh, Andrea and Ty

A group of curious four-year-olds got an up close look at the University of Arkansas at Monticello’s Boll Weevil mascot during a visit to the UAM campus Monday morning.

The students are part of the First United Methodist Church Preschool of Monticello. Following their visit with the Boll Weevil, the youngsters toured the UAM library and enjoyed ice cream at the cafeteria.

The visit was arranged by Susan Sharpe, wife of UAM basketball coach Allen Sharpe.

Car fires don’t happen frequently, but when they do, they’re a potentially deadly emergency. According to figures from the National Fire Prevention Association, fire fighters responded to more than 200,000 car fires in 2010—and car fires killed 285 people that same year.

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Jimmy Potter will have served on the Drew County Quorum Court for 30 years, as of December, and has decided not to seek another term.

Potter told MonticelloLive, “I’ll be 77 soon and it’s an appropriate time to turn it over to someone younger.”  Potter expressed his concerns about special interest groups who want to increase the sales tax and millage rates, and added  ”The county is doing better financially, than most people realize..”

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 The sign that prohibited use of public restroom was removed from City Hall earlier today.

The “Stink Stirred at the Monticello City Hall” story was feature on at least one Little Rock TV station, with 2 others request photos for possible use today.

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Billie Lee Gober, has announced her intention to seek the position of Justice of the Peace, District 3, on the Drew County Quorum Court.

Billie was born and raised in Kenai, Alaska, and moved to the Drew County area over eighteen years ago.

She has four sons, Gold-21, Shiloh-18, Noah-16, and Kaarlo Rain-13. She and her children attend Pauline Baptist Church.

Gober is employed at the Hashem Law Firm as a Legal Assistant.

2005 Weekender Camper by Skyline 30’ $12,000. Sleeps 8 comfortably. Has queen bed in front, double bed in back with a twin bed above it. The sofa makes into a bed and the dining area can be made into a single bed. This camper has only been used about 2 weeks every summer and we are the original owners. Has a super slide that encompasses the living and dining areas. It also has an electric jack for easy set up. This camper has never been smoked in and is in excellent condition. If you have any questions or want more pictures call or text 870-370-0168. This camper has never been smoked in and is in great condition.

Truck For Sale.

Please contact 870/367-8242 for more information.

Asking $4,500.00

Looking for full size bedroom set. Don’t need mattress. Ph # 870 441-2550

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2009 5th Wheel Cardinal RV- 3 slide outs, queen size bed, hookup for washer/dryer comb, full size shower, lots of cabinet space in kitchen, living room/hallway, hide-a-bed sofa, 2 recliners, 42″ flat screen tv, table and chairs in dining area. Lots of storage under 5th wheel hitch. This camper is price to sell. Can be seen at 9280 Hwy 63 or call 870-543-9600

Jessie L. Griffin of Monticello has announced his candidacy for Drew County Judge in the upcoming election. Griffin, a retired Command Sergeant Major with twenty-seven years of military experience, is a native of Monticello, graduating from Drew Central in 1971. Since returning to Monticello, his employment history includes 10 years as service manager for Lucky Chevrolet. He also worked for Sears and the Bradley Lumber Company and is currently employed as a Purchasing Agent for Price Lumber Company

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Joe Burgess has announced his intentions to seek the office of Alderman for the City of Monticello.  Burgess plans to file today for the Ward 2, Position 1 seat.

Burgess, a life-long resident of South Arkansas, and a 20 year resident of the Monticello area, is owner and operator of MonticelloLive.com, which was honored as the 2011 MEDC / Chamber of Commerce “Business of the Year.”

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Josh McKiever

Alderman Josh McKiever issued the following press release announcing that he will not seek re-election to that position.

“After careful consideration, I have decided not to seek re-election for Ward 3, Position 2. Due to my long work hours, many outside Monticello and Drew County, and the desire to further my education, I find it impossible to give necessary time and effort deserved by Ward 3 and the people of Monticello. I appreciate the trust you have placed in me to serve this term on the council.

“I continue to urge all eligible Monticello residents to please register and vote. Monticello needs good leadership, and I believe that each citizen can make a difference.

For Sale: Bedroom Furniture $250 Queen bed, Armoire, Nightstand, and Dresser. Call

For Sale: 2001 Harley Davidson 1450cc-Dyna wide glide. Has screaming eagle drag pipes. Has 4 inch extension on seat. Has 21 inch tire on front and 18 inch on the back. Paid 15,000.00 in 2005. Has 24,000 miles. Asking 8500.00 FIRM! Contact Jeff at 870-723-3229 or 870-460-0369

For sale 99 Honda accord ex New timing belt, new tires,sun roof,cd player,runs great Price is 4,000 contact 870-723-3006

For Sale: Silver Prom Dress, Size 6. Asking $125. Worn once.

Please call 870/367-6077 if interested.

2011 dodge ram slt 2500 crew cab. 14,500 mi. Exc. Condition. White w/gray interior

$30,400

(870)723-3294

queen size log bed for sale, great bed just big and takes up room. mattress and boxsprings not included. paid 399.00 asking 200.00 or make a offer if interested email me at tumbleweed1972@yahoo.com or call or text me at 870-308-3782

Strong winds in Monticello, Friday, re-calculated advertised gasoline prices at Murphy USA, by Walmart.

Thanks to the MLive readers that sent in photos of what (hopefully) will not occur in “real life.”

Check out this old tricycle, Made entirely out of steel except for the seat ,wheels and tires, Note that the tires are pieces of flat rubber around the wooden rim, Never had to worry with flats.

Come see this and many other interesting items on display at your Drew County Museum, We are open Fridays from 1pm till 5pm, and Saturdays from 2pm till 5 pm and Sunday by appointment.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Drew County Historical Society, memberships are $25 Dollars for a single membership or $40 for a family membership. Please mail your membership request to The Drew County Historical Society 404 South Main Monticello, AR 71655.

This week let’s look at the east side of the block of South Main beginning at East College Avenue and continuing nearly to East Bolling Avenue. The first lot where we begin now holds a quaint little duplex that once claimed a “refreshing” spot in Monticello’s history.

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Legislative leaders and the governor’s office made progress toward a balanced budget agreement.

By the end of the second week of the fiscal session, opposing sides were no longer disputing a difference of how to spend $21 million within an overall budget of $4.7 billion. They had narrowed their differences and were working for compromise on a dispute over a few million dollars in state agency spending.

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Monticello Ridge Girl Scout Cookies are in and Girls currently delivering them.

There will be extra cookies if you did not get to order any. Booth Sales will be held on March 3rd at Walmart from 8am-12pm by Troop 1170 and in front of The Market Place 9am-until sold out by Troop 1044. March 9th from 4pm-7pm Troop 1045 will be at Walmart and Troop 1162 will be there April 27th from 3:30-7pm. Monticello Ridge sold 1200 cases of cookies.

Shown here are Brenda Chisom, product sales manager and Linda and Angela Beam, who assisted is sorting all the cases for the different troops.

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The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), named Southeast Arkansas Regional Library in Monticello, as the winner of its annual Great Books Giveaway. The library will receive more than $20,000 in books, audiobooks and other materials from publishers and producers donated to YALSA in 2011.

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