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More Alligators Captured in Area

August 27th, 2012 by

In June, the Game & Fish Commission were called to help capture a live alligator on Alma Street, in the western portion of Dermott, not far from the Drew County line.

Mark Barbee and Michael Shepherd, both of Monticello, of AG&F are shown here restraining the gator, to transport it to a “safer” area.

This video of an alligator being captured, taken near Lake Wallace in May, 2011, has been views almost 3,000 times.

Another alligator was found in August near Tillar.

Alligator Caught by AG&F in Drew County in May from MonticelloLive on Vimeo.

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Monticello Memories – History of Drew County’s EHC Clubs

August 25th, 2012 by

While many younger folks mistakenly think of the Extension Homemakers Clubs as a group of “little old ladies who meet, eat, sew, swap recipes and make crafts”, they are sadly misinformed. EHC has an educational program that coves a gauntlet of topics from child care issues to healthy eating, to financial advice, to exercise programs and a myriad of other notable subjects to meet someone’s needs.

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Community Education To Offer Wide Slate Of Non-Credit Courses For Fall

August 25th, 2012 by

Non-credit courses in topics ranging from self-defense to photography will be offered this fall by the University of Arkansas at Monticello’s Department of Community Education.

“Whether you are looking to sharpen your computer skills or for ways to get in shape, we have something for just about everyone,” stated Memorie Dickson, program coordinator.

Classes for fall 2012 include Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Dance Fitness plus Toning, Zumba, Shooting Portraits with Artificial Lighting, Self-Defense for Women, The Creative Camera, How to Take Better Photographs, Energy Saving Do It Yourself, Reading Like a Writer (to Become a Better Writer), Understanding State and Local Government, and Digital Image Processing Using Adobe Photoshop.

For detailed information about courses, including dates, times and fees, visit the UAM website.” Space is limited in many classes so early registration is encouraged. To register, call (870) 460-1327.

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Stolen Wallet Leads to $3,000 Bond for Monticello Woman

August 25th, 2012 by

According to Drew County Sheriff Mark Gober a deputy received a call from a loca man,stating that he noticed that his wallet was missing after returning from a trip to the grocery store, Read the rest of this entry »

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Happy 8th Birthday – Saturday

August 25th, 2012 by

Happy 8th Birthday Logan Campos, because you are great!

We Love You and wish you many more to come!

Love Mom and Dad

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Thursday’s 3rd Car Fire, Briefly Threatens Neighborhood

August 24th, 2012 by

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Tommy Maxwell, Guest Columnist in Arkansas Business

August 24th, 2012 by

The weekly edition of Arkansas Business has long been considered the leading source of news and information for business in Arkansas.

This week’s edition includes an article/editorial by a guest columnist, Tommy Maxwell, of Maxwell Hardwood Flooring, who credited his staff for their efforts in the writing of the article.

Another recent edition of Arkansas Business featured southeast Arkansas bankers uniting in the current economy, and included a photo of Union Bank’s Dave Dickson on the cover.

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County Collecter’s Office Working to Accept Credit & Debit Cards

August 23rd, 2012 by

Executive Collector Tonya Loveless received the Quorum Court’s approval to continue working to accept credit and debit card payments for property taxes.

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Hospital Board Discusses Many Issues in Wednesday’s Meeting

August 23rd, 2012 by

The Drew Memorial Hospital called to order their monthly board meeting Aug. 22 to discuss their financial report, old business and new business.

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Released Monday, Arrested Wednesday, 4 am for Attempted Auto Theft, $250,000 Bond Set

August 23rd, 2012 by

Brent Bowden was released on his own recognizance, Monday morning, after the Arkansas Parole Dept. didn’t place him on a parole hold, after his Saturday arrest for 4 Bowser Road area charges of Breaking or Entering vehicles, where he stole money, a car stereo, and other items.

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Lear Jet, Citation 10, & Merlin Take-Off from Monticello Airport

August 23rd, 2012 by

Merlin Taking Off from Monticello, AR Airport from MonticelloLive .

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K-9 Country Club & Clip Joint

August 23rd, 2012 by

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Ryburns Donates to School Districts

August 22nd, 2012 by

The Monticello school board accepted a CPR training unit donated by Ryburn Motor Company. The unit will help to train coaches and staff of the schools to further help to keep kids safe. The unit, which is junior life sized, tells with signals when the trainee applies the right pressure in the proper location and when the trainee breaths correctly into the unit’s mouth.

Ryburn also donate a unit to Drew Central School at their board meeting, recently, shown here with Superintendent Mike Johnston and Rita Venable.

Article by Caleb Burger

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Monticello Schools Board Covers School Scoring Procedures, Facilities, More

August 22nd, 2012 by

Monticello School District’s board members met August 21 to discuss a variety of topics regarding the district’s three branches.

The Monticello High School Principle Jim Lucas presented the district data analysis on the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Flexibility. According to the Department of Education, this act provides “flexibility regarding requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act in 2001in exchange for state-developed plans to improve educational outcomes for all students, close achievement gaps, increase equity and improve the quality of instruction.”

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4 Break-ins to Bowser Road Vehicles, Saturday. Suspect Arrested in Area.

August 21st, 2012 by

A Sheridan man, recently moved to Monticello, was arrested Saturday morning and charged with 4 counts of breaking & entering of vehicles.

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South Arkansas Community College Summer Graduates

August 21st, 2012 by

Nearly 175 students graduated from South Arkansas Community College this month, including two from Monticello. They are:

From Monticello: Technical certificates, Wykiki S. Green (general studies); Ishshah C. Molina (practical nursing).

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Hospital Report – “Millage Extension is Not a New Tax” – Local Coverage Criticized by JP – Other DMH News

August 21st, 2012 by

DMH CEO Mike Layfield addressed the Quorum Court, Monday night, and emphasized “the misconception that proposed millage extension has been referred to as a new tax.”

The Quorum Court last month approved the hospital board’s request to hold a special election on October 9 to ask county voter’s to approved the continuation of the existing hospital millage to be used to help fund the new Surgery Center, which is estimated to employ an additional 25 employees. Layfield compared performing surgery in the current facility to “driving a 35 year old car.”Supporters of the millage extension will be visiting interested groups and organization to discuss the proposed extension.

JP Jimmy Potter also criticized a local editorial calling the proposal “a new tax.” It was also commented that the October 9 election will not be paid for by the county.

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Lost & Found – Ipod at Hyatt Field

August 21st, 2012 by

Ipod found in parking area of Hyatt Field after Blue & White Game.

Call 367-4008 to identify.

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House Fire on Bowser Road, Monday Morning

August 20th, 2012 by

The Monticello Fire Dept. and Drew County Sheriff’s Dept. responded to the report of a house fire on Bowser Road.

No one was home a the time of the call.

The fire was believed to be contained to the kitchen, however smoke and water damage effected other areas of the residence.

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Happy Birthday

August 17th, 2012 by

Happy Birthday, Graci!!!!

Love you,

Mom

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In Memory

August 17th, 2012 by

Gone, but not Forgotten

Today is the 3rd anniversary of the death of my Daddy, Charles R. Marter, Sr.

November 1st, 1947 – August 17th, 2009

Remembering and Loving you Always, Jennifer

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Intermodal Authority Holds Intense Discussion on It’s Inability to Pay Bills

August 17th, 2012 by

The meeting was contentious from the onset as the board immediately went into a discussion of cash flow issues and the fact that numerous bills are past due including one from T&T Construction in the amount of $278,000.00. Mr. Tracy Rawls, owner of T&T was present and indicated he had pulled off the job pending being paid. He indicated he had borrowed a substantial amount of money to cover his costs while waiting upon payment from the Authority. Mr. Rawls stated that he wanted to be exempt from liability for the work he has completed should there be substantial rain before he can complete more work. There is a danger that repairs could be costly.

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Hunter’s Automatic Car Wash is Back in Full Service

August 17th, 2012 by

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New Pink Stop Signs Posted at the Square

August 16th, 2012 by

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Monticello Christian Academy Enrolling Students

August 16th, 2012 by

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Kandi Keith Appointed to Arkansas Arts Council

August 16th, 2012 by

Kandi Keith was recently appointed by Gov. Mike Beebe to serve on the Arkansas Arts Council, representing the southeast Arkansas region.

She is shown being sworn in by Judge Bynum Gibson.

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Wild Fire Photos from Lacey & Possum Valley

August 15th, 2012 by

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Wildfire Noon Update – 1,422 Acres Destroyed, 13 Dozers, 3 Planes, 10 Fire Depts., 8 AFC Crews

August 15th, 2012 by

Yesterday’s Lacey and Possum Valley area woods fire destroyed 1,422 acres, according to AFC.

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11 pm Update – Woods Fire Contained

August 14th, 2012 by

Before 11 pm,the Arkansas Forestry Commossion declared the Lacey woods fire “contained”.

Fire depts. have been released, but plows are still on site, working trouble areas.

Numerous residents asked MLive to express their appreciation to the AFC,, volunteer fire sets., and law enforcement officers for their service to Drew County, today.

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10:30 pm Forest Fire Update – 1,500 Acres Estimated Damage

August 14th, 2012 by

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Woods Fire near Lacey Estated to Burn 1,000 Acres

August 14th, 2012 by

Firefighters have been battling a 100-200 acre wildfire south of Lacey for several hours, this afternoon.

It is believed to have stared around Ponderosa Trail, and has since reached Wilmar Tram Road, and other nearby access roads.

The Forestry Commission has 5 plows and 2 planes, battling the fire, working to control it.

Photos courtesy of MLive readers

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Aerial View of I-69 Construction

August 13th, 2012 by

: HWY 278 looking southwest

: HWY 35 looking west

: HWY 35 looking west

: some of the equipment on the right of way

: looking west to HWY 425 South

: more equipment

: HWY 425 South looking east.

Bennie Ryburn III took these photos of the I-69 construcion sites, over the weekend from his plane, and offered to share them with MLive readers.

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I-69 Construction Pics

August 13th, 2012 by

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Parks Commission Discusses Williams Monument, Sadie Johnson Center Construction, & Cornerstone Honoring Committee & Mayor

August 13th, 2012 by

The Monticello parks commission met Thursday night at City Hall.

Among several items on the agenda, the monument honoring Albert William for his work on the early baseball fields and other features of Jordan Park were discussed.

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Parks Committe to Request Info from Leagues & Organizations that Use Parks

August 13th, 2012 by

For the second year, the Monticello Parks and Recreation Committee will soon be asking for information from the leagues and organizations that use Monticello parks and facilities.

The questionnaires asks for information about the season, boards, participants, needs, and goals.

The parks committee appointed some liaisons to work with leagues, and will conclude the liaison process at next month meeting.

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