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Wrecked Wrecker
November 20th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Shortly after 10 PM, Wednesday night, the driver of this rollback-wrecker lost control of his vehicle, in the east turn of Highway 278 in Wilmar.
Budget Committee – Crippling Side-effects of Water Project Bond Issue
November 20th, 2014 by Sarah SpencerThe City Council Budget Committee, composed of Al Peer, Joe Meeks, Claudia Hartness and Tim Chase, met with Vicki Tiner, City Financial Director, and members of her department, to discuss the City’s 2015 budget, and to review some issues with the 2014 budget.
6 DC Students Attend FFA National Convention in Louisville, KY
November 20th, 2014 by Sarah Spencer
Six Drew Central student FFA members who attended the FFA National Convention in Louisville, Kentucky from October 29 – November 1, addressed the Drew Central School Board at their meeting Thursday evening, November 13.
Bridge Club Winners
November 20th, 2014 by Joe BurgessWinners at the Town and Gown Duplicate Bridge Club on Monday, November 17 were:
1st place Sandra Lloyd and Jean Palsa
2nd place Charles Dolberry and Gene Gulledge
3rd place Charlotte McKiever and Kaye Koen
City Owes $100,000+ to Retirement System for Overtime Error, for 2002–2013
November 19th, 2014 by Sarah Spencer
Members of the Monticello City Council Budget Committee met Tuesday evening, to consider budget requests from the various city departments for the upcoming year, and to discuss the overall state of the City Budget going in to 2015.
Mayor-Elect Zack Tucker Discusses City Staff
November 19th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Mayor-elect Zack Tucker will be taking office in approximately 6 weeks.
MLive spoke to Tucker about his leadership panel, such as police & fire chiefs, and dept. heads.
Scissortail’s Arts & Crafts – Now Open on South Main
November 19th, 2014 by iPhone
Scissortails Native American Arts & Crafts is now open at 114 North Main Street, next to Cockrells Shoes.
The owner, Steve Morales, features a rotating stock of a wide range of authentic, handmade products, ranging from blankets and rugs, to arts & Crafts.
Come by a check out astonishing array of colorful items, just in time for gift giving.
Lung Cancer – 1-800-QUIT-NOW
November 19th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
DMH Plans Annual Community Coat Drive
November 19th, 2014 by iPhone
DWI 4 Driver Gets 2 Year Sentence
November 18th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
A 44-year-old Monticello man accepted a plea bargain, Monday, to serve a two-year sentence in CCC for his fourth DWI offense in the past five years.
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Fraud Attempt Reported
November 18th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Around 8:30, Monday evening, a local business owner reported receiving a phone call from an in-state phone number claiming that the business owed a past due electric bill.
Quorum Court Budget Meeting
November 17th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Budget meeting was scheduled for 6 PM.
Quorum Court is scheduled for 7 PM
Staff Sergeant Joseph Bivens Visits Discover Children’s Center On Veteran’s Day
November 16th, 2014 by Submitted
Discovery Children’s Center would like to say a big THANK YOU to Staff Sergeant Joseph Bivens for stopping by and reading to us for Veteran’s Day.
Discovery Skills Center Volunteer To Support Boots & Badges
November 16th, 2014 by Submitted
Some of the consumers from the Discovery Skills Center volunteered some of their time recently to support Boots & Badges for Special Olympics.Boots & Badges is a Special Olympic fundraiser led by Local law enforcement and firefighters.
Drew Central Choir Booster Club Basket Winners
November 15th, 2014 by Drew Central SchoolsDrew Central High School Choir Boosters announce the Themed Basket Winners.
Congratulations to the winners of our basket drawing:
Rebecca Groeteke – Ladies Night Out.
Ashley Wright – Music.
Chris Booker – Tailgate Basket.
Ladies’ Night Out Basket Value: $252
Music Basket Value: $ 500
Tailgate Basket Value: $85
Hunting Basket Value: $150
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Mini-Miracle March by Head of the Class
November 14th, 2014 by Joe Burgess“Moonshine” Now Open on HWY 425 North
November 14th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Happy Birthday
November 14th, 2014 by Submitted
Wishing Tyreke Haynes a Happy and Blessed 4th Birthday!
From his mom, dad, grandmother Sheila, and little brother MJ
Hartness Law Firm Moves to West Gaines
November 13th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Attorney Sara M. Hartness, who was recently elected as district judge, has moved her office to 534 West Gaines, between Griffin Heat & Air and Paint and Lighting Plus.
The office’s contact info remains the same,; phone number is 367-8304.
Gibson & Keith add Curry to Firm
November 13th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Mr. Lee Douglas Curry has joined the law firm of Gibson & Keith as an Associate Attorney.
Family Dollar Opening Expected around January
November 13th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Local folks have been watching the construction of Family Dollar, a nationwide retail chain, and the ongoing construction of their new facility, near the 425/278 intersection, for several month.
One of this week’s projects is caulking between the concrete parking lot sections.
The latest estimate is that new store will be open for business around the first of 2015.
Stylist Crystal Amos Joins Salon Hello Beautiful
November 13th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Salon Hello Beautiful welcomes stylist Crystol Amos to our staff.
Call 460-5322 to schedule appintments, or stop by our salon at 606 West Bolling.
Salon Hello Beautiful offers a full range of hair care service, among other conveniences.
3 Cars & Big Rig Collide on 278 E.
November 12th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Tuesday afternoon, shortly before 1 o’clock, a 4 vehicle accident occurred on highway 278 East, approximately 5 miles out of Monticello.
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Adair Crowned Miss Buck Fever
November 12th, 2014 by iPhone
Caroline Adair was crowned 2014 Miss Buck Fever at this Saturday during the annual Buck Fever Festival in Banks.
Caroline is the 16 year old daughter of Dale & Misty Jones and William Adair of Monticello.
She was crowned by Kelsey Windham, pictured left, 2013 Miss Buck Fever.
Ryburn Automotive Superstore Names “Salesman of the Month”
November 12th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Congratulations to David Atwell, the Ryburn Automotive Salesman of the month for October.
Stop by Ryburns and see one of our friendly sales staff members for that new or like-new vehicle you’ve been wanting.
Happy Birthday
November 12th, 2014 by Submitted
Happy 10th Birthday, Meygan Elizabeth.
We hope that you have a fabulous day!
Love, Dad, Mom and Bethanee
Veterans Day Program at County Counthouse – Video
November 11th, 2014 by Joe BurgessNow Open, Scissortail’s Trading Post
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Marie Finishes Mid South Half Marathon
November 11th, 2014 by Submitted
Marie not only finished the half marathon. She was first in her age group.
She had a great time. And all I can say is I’m proud of her. Great job!!!!
David Rodela
The Hacketts at Fall Festival – Videos
November 9th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
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