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Pryor had been shot, previously, by another (unrelated) person.

At 9:30, Pryor’s attorney cross-examined Nichols about reports that were filed in the case.

Det. Tim Nichols resumed testimony Friday morning, in the first degree murder trial is Wes Pryor.

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Court reports by Sarah Spencer
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After lunch recess, the court convened with the first witness returning to the stand. Upon questioning, he changed two statements, he said, after giving it some thought.

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MLive is post articles about several area businesses that have recently opened, expanded, or took a step forward in our community.

Today’s spotlight is in recognition of the local businesses that want you to “Shop Monticello, First.”

The City of Monticello has re-opened the composting facility and is accepting all yard waste.

The material must be taken to the Transfer Station at 1466 Old Warren Road and checked in with the supervisor before dumping.

Items of a large diameter cannot be accepted such as stumps or large limbs.

The hours of operation will be Monday thru Friday from 7 am until 4 pm and the first and third Saturday from 8 am until 4 pm.

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Happy 7th birthday to our cson, Chase.

We love you. Love Dad, Mom, Sissy, Mama, Maw Nora and paw John]

MonticelloLive.com reached a new milestone, Sunday, when we received our 2 millionth “click” in a 6 month period.

In recognition of this accomplishment, MLive promoted a “Click, call, & win” over the weekend.

Keba Brown saw the “CALL NOW” post, Sunday around 7:30 pm; was the first caller; and won $100 from MLive.

Other recent accomplishments include having stories and photos picked up by ESPN (NFL DWI charge), CNN (DWI 3 & 4 case), Good Morning America (tornado damage), and all Little Rock TV news depts.

If MonticelloLive has looked different on your monitor, today, the best solution should be to update to IE9.

This link to Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 9 download page is safe and secure, and deals directly with Microsoft’s website.

This is just a case of technology advancing (like when they started selling only unleaded gasoline).

Thanks for reading MLive.com

The Arkansas Court of Appeals ruled in favor of a Monticello resident against the Warren School Board, following his termination after he was cleared of any wrongdoing by a Drew County Court, following allegations from a former student.

SalineRiverChronicle has more coverage of the case.

Swimming teams from Magnolia,  El Dorado, Warren, Mena, and Pine Bluff, along with their coaches, parents, and familes were in town, Saturday for the Monticello Marlins first swimming meat of the season.

Former Drew County Judge Dale Hughes passed away, Tuesday, following a prolonged illness.

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Hunter Lane, an 8th grader at Monticello Middle School competed in Nationals for the 2013 NASP (National Archery in the Schools) program, a national competition held at Louisville, KY Expo Center.

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Monticello Police have captured the man accused of robbing the First National Bank of McGehee last June.
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According to the Drew County Circuit Clerk’s office,  jury duty has been cancelled for court on Thursday.

Happy late birthday

To A. C. Simpson,

from the District Court Staff

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As the Monticello community met for the annual Easter Community Service recently, many familiar faces were present.

There was a new face, who was introduced as a part of the program, to sing “How Great Thou Art”, before the message.

Sarah Beth Pippen, the worship leader at Immanuel Baptist Church,  then led the room into worship, as she followed with a strong, spirit-filled rendition of the old, familiar hymn.

MLive recently spoke with Sarah Beth, as a part of our One Monticello Life series.

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Cindy Hilburn has been selected to serve as the new Elementary School Principal for the Monticello School District.

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Around 1pm, Tuesday, MLive spoke to the McGehee School Superintendant’s office, then visited with McGehee Police Chief Jim White, about the rumored situation. (more…)

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