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Many people across the country stayed up late to view the lunar eclipse, which occurred on winter solstice last night for the first time in over 300 years.

Photo provided by Mark Cater.

Here’s a link to NASA’s webpage about the lunar eclipse.

Union Bank’s costume contest, Friday, was a huges success.

Some fish and mermaids were later seen touring the Monticello Square.

As workers at the Ridgeway were removing old plaster inside of the ”old pool hall” , they discovered this sign for Horse-Shoe Feeds.

The sign was likely painted between 1912 and 1929.

It  is located on the east wall of the HMWells building, which was an outside wall during that time period.

At 6:20, Saturday evening, the driver of this white sedan was stopped by MPD’s Rickey Fleming, who pointed out that they were traveling the wrong way on a one-way street, as they were driving east on on east McCloy Street, toward oncoming traffic, in both lanes.

It reminds us of the old joke, “but officer, I was only going one way.”

The driver was from Florida.

This photo is of Karson Grant, flying her kite on a perfect day in May.

The photo was taken by her mother, Tyanna Grant, and sent to MonticelloLive.com by her aunt, Ashley Myers.

Photos by Shelley Smith,  Becky Phillips, and others.

This photo, taken of Lake Monticello, by Paul Francis, was the $100 prize winner for the month of September, in the monthly contest on MonticelloLive for the best news tip or photo submitted.

Call in your news tips to 367-0000, and e-mail your photo submissions to joe@MonticelloLive.com,

Legally, your not allowed to post personal signs on state highways, like the FOR SALE sign that someone put up in front of the MEDC, but it does make an interesting picture.

However, if you need a large building, the speculative building is available.

This photo was taken around 6 p.m.,  Sunday, on South Hyatt Street, near the old high school, by Amanda Killingsworth.

MonticelloLive.com would like to thank the members of the “20 for the Future” group that went to Washington D.C. for the photos that they have provided for public posting. 

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Lt. Steven Stain of the Monticello Police Dept. wore a “non-traditional law enforcement color” pink shirt to work this morning.

In an effort to show department unity, when Stain returned to the station from a call, he found Ginger Norris, Trish Harvey, Chief Robert Rosegrant, and Cpt. Eddy Deaton wearing pink shirts. as well.

(Note, this picture is not “payback” for running the birthday story posted below.)

Saturday, eight Monticello residents went on a road trip to Paragould to tour their civic center and pool facility.

The photos shown in this series show a “splash park” that is located away from the primary civic center and pool area.

Spash equipment, water toys, and sprayers of all types were built into the play area.

Nearby benches, as well as a pavilion, were closely located, so that parent could keep a convenient watch over their children.

The primary pool area  included two water slides, umbrellas, and all types of spray and play equipment.

We couldn’t help but notice the long lines of swimmers waiting to enter the facility, which opened at 1 p.m.

Lifeguards are on duty, but children must be attended by adults.

Overhead views show the approximately 600 swimmers enjoying the pool area around 2-3 p.m.

The pool is open to the public during the day, and available to be rented for parties every night, except Sunday, when maintenance occurs.

The indoor pool has a pleasant appearance from the outside, as well as from inside the pool area.

The theraputic pool has a “handicapped access” as well as steps.

Pat Austin, facility director, shown here in orange, led the tour, which included MEDC Director Truman Hamilton, Alderman Tim Chase, Keith Caldwell (Marlins parent), Julie Gentry (UAM intramurals director), Terry Hopper (Marlins parent), and Mayor Joe Rogers.  Also taking the trip were Patty Wooten for the Advance, and Joe Burgess, for MonticelloLive.com (neither pictured).

The enclused area has the roof opened for air-flow, which closes automatically in the event of inclimate weather.

The pool seemed to be the most popular part of the complex, but the “heart” of the facility was the civic center.

A large parking area is filled on Saturday with swimmers and people enjoying the nearby by parks and ball-fields.

There are two full-sized basketball courts, along with an overhead walking track included.

There were family reunions being held in dining areas, and meeting rooms of all types and sizes are available.

Two of these conference rooms include power point presentation equipment, and modern business meeting needs of all sorts.

The Paragould center is used by Tyson and Sonic Corporate offices for management training meetings.

Located next to the pavilion at the splash park, is a skate park.

Ms. Pat said the this area draws heavy youth traffic, as well.  She pointed out the instead of saying “Here’s what you’re getting”, the skaters were able to take part in the planning, and helped design the ramps and fixtures.

Several skaters arrived while we were there, and put on a good “presentation” for us, using the different ramps other features that are built into the park. 

During a recent tour of the Ridgeway Hotel with the members of the Monticello Economic Developement Commission, I was able to take several photos of the surrounding area. Most of which were taken from the top floor of the Ridgeway.

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“20 for the Futrue” listens to Congressman Mike Ross, as he explains how he will support issues in Monticello & Drew County.

Monticello delegatin with Congressman Mike Ross ouside of his office.

Senator Blance Lincoln, Benny Ryburn, Dave Dickson, Sheilla Lampkin, and Judy Lassiter discussing Drew County’s needs in Senator Lincoln’s office.

Senator Blanche Lincoln with “20 for the Future”.

Photos courtesy of Curtis Larsen, of Union Bank.

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Monticello’s “20 for the Future” group left Tuesday, on their annual trip to Washington D.C., and returned late Thursday night.

While in Washington, they met with Congressman Mike Ross, Senator Blanche Lincoln, and staff members for our area’s other representatives.

They were also able to watch U.S. Senator Mark Pryor making a presentatin from the Senate floor.

MonticelloLive spoke to a couple from the group.  One member said, “with an effort like this, it will be next year before you know how much was accomplished”.  Another who was present commented, “Everyone we visited with seemed to be concerned.  They were also helpful with suggestions on other, possibly better, ways to achieve our goals.” 

Last year the group flew in to Nation’s Capitol during a snowstorm, and this year they arrived in Little Rock on the return trip with reports of snow as well.

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