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Quorum Court Discusses Insurance, Jail, & Sheriff’s Budgets

August 19th, 2014 by

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First Day of School Went Well, Except for Traffic & Rain

August 19th, 2014 by

Monticello and Drew Central schools begin the new school year, Monday.

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MPD Finds Parents of Lost Toddler

August 18th, 2014 by

Around 9:45, Monday morning, a motorist near the intersection of Bolling and Borchardt Sreets , noticed a white, male 3 year old child, walking barefoot, wearing only a diaper and T-shirt, and called Monticello Police.
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City Council Meeting (8/7/14) – Videos – Reposted by Request

August 18th, 2014 by

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3 Car Pile-up on 425 South – Unusual License Plate Involved

August 17th, 2014 by

A three vehicle pile-up occurred, shortly after noon , Thursday, on highway 425 S.

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Local Election Ballot Positions Decided

August 15th, 2014 by

Friday afternoon, local candidates and/or their representatives were invited to the courthouse to quote draw names out of a hat” for positions on the November 4 election ballot.

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Nugent Drops from Mayor’s Race- Supports Rogers

August 15th, 2014 by

: Joe Rogers

Dave Nugent, candidate for Monticello mayor, presented the following letter to County Clerk Lyna Gulledge.
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Wilmar Home Destroyed by Fire

August 15th, 2014 by

Late Monday morning, this Wilmar almost destroyed by fire.

The Wilmar fire department battled the blaze.

Drew County Sheriffs deputies and OEM also responded to the fire.

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Suspect Crashes “Borrowed” 4-Wheeler – Sent to DMH

August 15th, 2014 by

At 2 am, , on a recent Saturday morning, the Drew County Sheriff’s Office, Monticello Police Department and SEEMS were dispatched to Barkada Rd. in reference to an ATV accident.

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Trotter Withdraws from Mayor’s Race – Endorses Rogers

August 14th, 2014 by

Below is the letter from mayoral candidate JoAnn Trotter .

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MLive Reaches 20,000 Pageviews, Yesterday, for the 20th Time this Year

August 13th, 2014 by

MLive wants to stop to say, “Thank you,” for the continuing support more dedicated daily readers.

Monday, MonticelloLive received over 20,000 pageviews in a single day, for the 20th time in 2014.

Once again, thank you to our readers and sponsors for making us “Monticello’s Daily News.”

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Green Turf & Billie Blue – New at Hyatt Field

August 13th, 2014 by

Hyatt Field has moved into being one of the “top-of-the-line” football stadiums in the state, with its new Pro-Grass Turf,
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Audio & Suspect Pics of Armed Robbery at Jenkins Quik Stop – UPDATE – Do You Recognize this Suspect?

August 13th, 2014 by

Around 9 PM, Sunday night, 2 unidentified suspects robbed Jenkins Quick Stop on Highway 278 East.
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4-H O’Rama Winner

August 13th, 2014 by

4H O-Rama 2014 - 01-3 charlee Charlee Carter recently competed in the state 4-H O’Rama where she placed 1st in her division in the Performing Arts, Dance Category. Charlee has been in 4-H for eight years. Her project area is dance. Pictured with Carter is Dr. Tony Windham, Associate Vice President for Ag-Extension.

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Advantages of Southeast AR, Job Opening, Waiver Case Manager

August 13th, 2014 by

Advantages of Southeast AR, Inc. is seeking applications for a Waiver Case Manager. The Case Manager will carry a consumer case load that covers 14 counties in Southeast AR. The position requires travel and 24/7 coverage for emergency calls.
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Happy 20th Anniversary

August 12th, 2014 by

Joe and Sue Burgess, of MonticelloLive.com, are celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary, today.

Joe points out that they got married the day of the 1994 baseball strike, so there was nothing else to do; Sue then reminds him the strike hasn’t lasted for 20 years, but the marriage has.

The photo was taken of an anniversary gift (sweets and sodas, of course).

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Employment Opportunity – Cook at Local Restaurant

August 12th, 2014 by

A local restaurant is accepting resumes and applications for an experienced cook.

For more information, call 723 3244.

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Bridge Club News

August 12th, 2014 by

Winners of the Club Championship at the Town and Gown Duplicate Bridge Club on Monday, August 11 were:

1st Elizabeth Goldthwait and Lowell Lynde
2nd Charles Dolberry and Gene Gulledge
3rd Joy and Fritz Hudson
4th Marvin Fawley and Carolyn Tilley

The Club was proud to have Mike Goldthwait and Hannah James join the game. Mike and his mother Elizabeth are from Youngstown, OH.

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Lost Cat

August 12th, 2014 by

Missing Cat!!
Last seen Sunday morning and the country club area.

If you have any Information about our “missing” cat , please contact 723-7822

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Produce Truck Overturns on Barkada Road

August 11th, 2014 by

Around 9:30, Monday morning, a loaded produce truck heading west on Barkada Road lost control of the vehicle in a wet curve.

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Mainline to add Mental Health Services

August 11th, 2014 by

Mainline Health Systems, Inc. is one of 221 in the nation to receive a mental health integration grant! Mainline will begin offering mental health services in the very near future in all 6 clinics.

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Storm Damage in Florence Area – Updated Photos

August 11th, 2014 by

Around 1:30, Friday afternoon, a “stronger than it appeared” thunderstorm rolled through Drew County, leaving in its path fallen trees, watch roadways, and damage homes, northeast of Monticello.

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Monticello (& Drew County ) Memories

August 10th, 2014 by

In timely recognition of the fast approaching new school year, I’d like to turn to another subject for a couple of weeks before returning to more recent “history” and introduce you to “a tale of two schools”.
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Monticello Schools Announce Policy For Free & Reduced Meals

August 10th, 2014 by

Monticello School today announces its policy for providing free and reduced price meals for children served under the National School Lunch Program, After school Snack Program, and/or School Breakfast Program. The central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party. The price charged for a paid student breakfast is $0.75 Pre-K-12th the price charged for a paid student lunch is $1.50 Pre-K-5th, and $1.75 6th-12th

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4 Chip Cars Derail North of HWY 278 near Saline River

August 8th, 2014 by

According to confirmed sources, on July 30 at approximately 9 pm, 4 railroad cars, loaded with wood chips, derailed and overturned, just across the Saline River near HWY 278.

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2 Motorcycle Crashes Send Riders to JRMC

August 8th, 2014 by

2 separate motorcycle wrecks, Sunday at 1 PM and Tuesday at 1:30 PM, sent both riders to JRMC by ambulance.
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Maintenance Position Open: Cedar Hill Apartments

August 8th, 2014 by

Cedar Hill Apartments in Monticello is in need of a full-time maintenance technician. Must have knowledge in carpentry, plumbing, minor appliance repair, general maintenance and some a/c and heating repair.

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Drew Central Announces Its Policy For Free And Reduced Price Meals

August 8th, 2014 by

Drew Central School District today announces its policy for providing free and reduced price meals for children served under the National School Lunch Program, Afterschool Snack Program, and School Breakfast Program. Each school and/or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party. The price charged for a paid student lunch is $1.75.

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Asa Hutchinson Visits Monticello as part of Campaign for Governor

August 7th, 2014 by

Republican candidate for governor Asa Hutchinson visited Monticello, Wednesday.

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Former US Senator David Pryor in Town, Campaigning for His Son , Sen. Mark Pryor

August 7th, 2014 by

Former US Sen. David Pryor, along with his wife, Barbara, and grandson, Adams Pryor, spent Wednesday morning in Monticello, they were campaigning for his son, current US Sen. Mark Pryor, who is seeking re-election.