Six Monticello High School Choir members were recently selected to the Arkansas All-State Choir. Pictured from left to right: Ashley Cathey – 16th chair Alto II Mixed Chorus, Madison Gray – 42nd chair Female Chorus, David DeRueda -18th chair Bass II Mixed Chorus, MaryClaire Guanzon – 14th chair Alto II Mixed Chorus and Senior Kennedi Brown achieved 5th chair in the top Mixed Chorus. Not Pictured: Luke Lane – 27th chair Male Chorus. The All-State Music Conference featured the performances of the state’s best band and choral members.
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Job Opening – City Hall
March 6th, 2014 by iPhone
The City of Monticello is hiring for the position of a Water Office Clerk.
The job is a full-time position. Please apply at the Water Office located at 203 West Gaines, 870-367-3415.
Ask for Andrea.
Monticello Tree Board and Monticello Elementary Celebrate Arbor Day
March 5th, 2014 by Monticello Schools
Monticello Tree Board members Hope Bragg and Lee Williams greeted more than 500 students and teachers from the Monticello Elementary School K-2 classes who had gathered in the school cafeteria to celebrate Arbor Day.
Monticello Dance Academy Competed At VIP Dance Regionals
March 5th, 2014 by Submitted
Students from Monticello Dance Academy competed at the VIP Dance Regionals in Little Rock, February 22-23. There are 3 levels of competition. Off-Broadway (for groups only) is the Beginner/Recreational level, Broadway is the Intermediate level, and Hollywood is the advanced level. The competitive age levels are Mini (9 and under), Junior (10-12), Teen (13-15), and Senior (16-24). Students are scored on an adjudicated system, Platinum being the highest, then High Gold, Gold, and High Silver. Then there are awards for overall as well as Special Judges awards.
MHS Forensics Team Earns 1st Place Award
March 5th, 2014 by Monticello Schools
The MHS Forensics Team earned a 1st place sweepstakes award at Searcy High School. Fourteen students attended and all contributed to the points for this team award. Students who advanced to semi-finals earned the opportunity to compete at the Tournament of Champions in April.
Vehicle Reported Stolen & Burned
March 5th, 2014 by iPhone
Around midnight on February 26, a stolen vehicle was reported from the 1000 block of E. Shelton St.
Happy Birthday Drew
March 5th, 2014 by AJ Huffman
Happy Birthday to our favorite Nine year old. Hope your day was awesome!
Love,
Dad, Mom, Anna, & John John
Applications Being Taken at SEACAC Head Start
March 5th, 2014 by iPhone
Southeast Arkansas Community Action Corporation Head Start is accepting applications at between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The Head Start program is for children ages 3—5.
Mark Cater Honored As DMH Health Hero For February
March 5th, 2014 by DMH
Mark Cater was honored as Drew Memorial Hospital’s Health Hero for the Month on February for his eternal positive attitude and willingness to help anyone who is in need.
Mark consistently carries Drew Memorial’s Mission, Vision and Values with a smile and a gentle nature. We are proud to have him on our team.
Quorum Court Approves Tornado Sirens & Code Red
March 4th, 2014 by iPhone
After spending several minutes arguing over which topic would be discussed first, The Drew County Quorum Court voted 8 to 1 to accept the first proposal presented to them, Monday night, to continue the purchase of American Signal’s proposed 27 unit tornado siren system for Drew County.
Morgan Densmore Wins Farm Bureau Discussion Meet
March 4th, 2014 by UAM News
Pictured from left are Dr. Bob Stark, Morgan Densmore of Monticello, Justin Calhoun of Star City, John Erickson of Chicago, Ill., and John David Farabough of Star City.
Morgan Densmore of Monticello took first place in the 2014 Collegiate Farm Bureau Discussion Meet held recently at the University of Arkansas at Monticello.
Densmore is a sophomore in UAM’s School of Agriculture pursuing a bachelor of science degree in agriculture with a double major in agribusiness and plant and soil science. She received a cash prize and will represent UAM in the state finals of the Collegiate Discussion Meet during the State Collegiate Farm Bureau Conference in Little Rock.
Justin Calhoun of Star City received a cash prize for second place and will be the UAM alternate for the state finals. John Erickson of Chicago, Ill., and John David Farabough of Star City also received cash prizes for their local participation. Read the rest of this entry »
Happy Birthday
March 4th, 2014 by iPhone
Happy First Birthday to Taylor Grace Gibson
Love Mom, Brittany, Allison and Jayden!
We love you very much
4-H Sewing Club
March 4th, 2014 by iPhone
Final List of Local Democrat & Republican Candidates (+ 2 Independents)
March 4th, 2014 by iPhone
Political candidates, who filed for office, include….
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16 County Offices Unopposed – 1 Race Set for November
March 4th, 2014 by iPhone
With 16 of 17 Drew County officers unopposed, “Filing Deadline” brings “Election Results.”
“Everyone keep your seats,” describes the 2014 County election ballot, which has only one contested race on it.
All Drew County elected officials are unopposed this year, both county officers and JPs.
Hall Not Entering Sheriff’s Race
March 3rd, 2014 by iPhone
In an interview with Jim A. Hall, this morning, MLive was told that Hall would not be entering the election for Drew County Sheriff.
Tornado Sirens Vote, Monday Night – “Getting Closer to Agreement “
March 3rd, 2014 by iPhone
Drew County Judge Robert Akin, Monticello assistant Mayor Zach Tucker, and MEDC director Nita McDaniel spent most of Friday afternoon meeting, discussing funding of the tornado siren project that the quorum court will vote on Monday night.
After Friday’s meeting, The city and county are described as being “Closer” to reaching an agreement on how to divide the funding of the project.
Election Filing Period Closes at Noon, Today
March 3rd, 2014 by iPhone
City, county, and local offices filing periods and Monday, at noon.
Pet Found in Parkwood
March 3rd, 2014 by Joe Burgess
A friendly, perculiar dog was found running loose in the Parkwood area.
If you’re missing your furry little friend, acll 723-3897
Hollering Highlights from Last Monday’s Meeting – Video -Approaching 1,700 Plays
March 3rd, 2014 by iPhoneMonday’s meeting to discuss possible weather warning solutions was expected to be a quiet, notetaking event.
That was not the case, as voices and emotions begin to increase.
The full audio file of the meeting is posted below.
Bathroom Burglar Hits 20 DMH Toilets
March 3rd, 2014 by iPhone
A 31-year-old Monticello man, while visiting a friend or relative in Drew Memorial, allegedly took the opportunity to vandalize at least 20 restrooms in the hospital, taking several unusual items from the “facilities.”
The suspect in this case also made the news a few months ago for the early-morning theft of a forklift.
Drew Central Seeking Bus Driver Applicants
March 3rd, 2014 by Drew Central Schools
Wanted: Bus Drivers
Routes, Subs and Trips
Drew Central School
Requirements:
CDL, Passenger Endorsement, Air Brakes Endorsement, S Endorsement, Drug Screening and Background Check
Contact Ephran Franklin
367-4150 or 367-5369
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County Judge’s Report
March 1st, 2014 by iPhoneLast week, I attended the Association of County Judges winter conference in Little Rock. We spent time in several meetings getting updated on a number of topics Read the rest of this entry »
Dr. Collins Resigns from Hospital Board
March 1st, 2014 by iPhone
At Tuesday nights meeting of the Drew Memorial Hospital board, Dr. Ryan Collins, resigned from the board, due to his expanding chiropractic practice.
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