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June 5th, 2012 byMonticello Live
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1st Friday Fun & Singing on the Square
June 3rd, 2012 by
Friday brought with it great weather, and the monthly “Singing on the Square” sponsored by local businesses.
Again this month, local musicians provided live entertainment, country style, while visitors, shoppers, family and friends looked on.
This is planned to continued the first Friday of each month, so mark you calendars for Singing on the Square,.
Photo provided by Diana Harton.
Barkada Fire Dept. Hosts Ice Cream Social
June 3rd, 2012 by
The Barkada Community Volunteer Fire Dept. hosted an ice cream social, Saturday, along with desserts, and tours of the fire station.
An update on the status of the Barkada Fire Dept. was appreciated by the approximately 40 in attendance, and board members and guests were introduced.
A few political comments closed out the evening, which seemed to be enjoyed by all.
No One Injured in Roll-Over Wreck
June 2nd, 2012 by
Thursday, just before noon, the driver of this Chevy truck lost control of the vehicle, on HWY 35 West.
The vehicle struck a mailbox, before rolling onto it’s roof.
Neither the driver or the passenger were injured in the accident.
Arkansas State Police, Drew County Sheriff’s Deputies, and MASI responded.
Winchester Celebrates 100th Birthday, Gets Land for Park as a Birthday Present
June 2nd, 2012 by
Saturday, the city of Winchester celebrated 100 years as an established city.
Shown here are Chief Deputy Robin Hood, State Representative Sheilla Lampkin, County Judge Damon Lampkin, former Mayor Merle Jackson, Miss Ruth Peacock, and Lary Zeno.
Miss Peacock celebrated her 103rd birthday during the event.
Winchester native Lary Zeno, whose dad ran a “general store” on HWY 138 near Old Hwy 65 and the railroad, took the birthday celebration to announce that He was donating the land where the celebration was being held to the city of Winchester for use as a park.
Monthly Auctions Start Saturday, Consignments Welcome
June 2nd, 2012 by
Child Drowning in Lake Monticello – Afternoon Update
May 31st, 2012 by
More details about the drowning death of a 6 year-old Wilmar boy in Lake Monticello, Wednesdayhave become available. Read the rest of this entry »
UAM Scholarships To Two EAST Students
May 31st, 2012 by
Tyler Harrison and Parker Palsa
Two 2012 high school graduates have been selected to receive Environmental and Spatial Technology (EAST) scholarships to attend the University of Arkansas at Monticello next fall.
The recipients are Parker Palsa, a graduate of Monticello High School and the daughter of Eddie and Tommie Palsa; and Tyler Harrison, a graduate of Star City High School and the son of Brenda Harrison.
Did Anyone See………
May 31st, 2012 by
This blue Toyota Highlander was hit while parked in the Ameca parking lot around noon, Wednesday.
Red paint appears to have been transfered from the vehicle that left the scene (may have been pulling a trailer).
If you have information, please contact the Monticello Police at 367-3411.
Attempted Captial Murder Youth Trio Appear in Court – 1 Mental Evaluation – 1 Bond Reduction Request
May 30th, 2012 by
Tuesday, in the Drew County Circuit Court, the 3 juveniles, charged as adults for the attempted capital murder of a local man, and the theft of his truck and gun, all appeared before Circuit Judge Sam Pope.
Shotgun Robbery at Victim’s Home Reported to MPD
May 30th, 2012 by
Two black males carrying shotguns assaulted a middle-aged man at his residence, as he got out of his truck, recently.
Fuller Lawn & Garden – The Colors of Spring
May 30th, 2012 by
More Info Released on Fatal Car Crash on HWY 278
May 29th, 2012 by
SalineRiverChronicle.com reports that Warren Police and the Bradley County Sheriff’s Department had been collaborating to solve a series of burglaries and thefts over a two week period. Some of the stolen items were recovered. The items had been sold. Law enforcement had gained information which caused them to develop a convicted felon from Monticello, as a suspect in the burglaries.
Memorial Day Service – Photos
May 29th, 2012 by
Triple Happy Birthday
May 29th, 2012 by
Triple the fun!
Happy 3rd Birthday Reagan, Rihanna and Ryan.
We Love You! Comanda (mom) and Camille (aunt)
250+ attend Memorial Day Service to Pay Respects – Videos
May 28th, 2012 by
Veterans Present Awards to First Responders
May 28th, 2012 byThe local veteran’s organizations, as part of their annual Memorial Day program, recognized 4 local first responders for the service to Monticello and Drew County.
Officer of the Year awards were presented to Billy Barnett of the Monticello Fire Dept., Matt Outlaw of the Arkansas State Police, and Danny Chisom of the Monticello Police Dept. Ben Michel of the Drew County Sheriff’s office was also honored, Ben’s plaque was accepted by Chief Deputy Robin Hood.
Special Memorial Day Series – 5 Tributes to Local Patriots
May 28th, 2012 byDrew County has recently lost two more of its members from that generation of soldiers known as the “greatest generation”, because of their sacrifice during the WWII years.
Since today is Memorial Day, we will show respect and pay tribute to five great Americans and Monticellonians, as we reflect on my interviews with them for the Veterans Oral History Project when I asked them to share with me memories of their WWII service.
Memorial Day Tribute – Olen Cockrell
May 28th, 2012 byIt takes many support people to operate an Army – or a Navy. This story tells about one man who filled a special need in the service of his country while readying the seamen to fulfill their duties.
David Olen Cockrell was drafted and entered the US Navy on June 3, 1943. He recalled that he may have decided to enter the Navy because he had had a favored cousin, Oscar Miles, who had died on the USS Arizona when the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
Memorial Day Tribute – Charles Jackson
May 28th, 2012 byThis information was shared during interviews as part of the Veterans’ Oral History Project through the Library of Congress.
Charles Jackson’s military service began when he graduated from Henderson State Teachers College in 1942 and was invited by a group of naval officials visiting the graduates to enlist in a naval officer’s training program. He began this program in the fall at Northwestern University in Chicago and received his commission as a lieutenant in the spring of 1943.
Memorial Day Tribute – Dr. Roy Grizzell
May 28th, 2012 byLet’s remember the very secret WWII mission of the late Dr. Roy Grizzell.
Dr. Roy Grizzell had a long and varied career in the military that began before WWII started. In the winter of 1940 he was sent to Fort Bragg, N.C. as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Infantry. He was assigned as Range Officer and Supply Officer on the post, thus beginning his career with the Military Police.
Memorial Day Tribute – T. Robie Scott
May 28th, 2012 byI couldn’t possibly have a Memorial Day tribute without mentioning my dear friend, T. Robie Scott. I didn’t have the pleasure of his personal acquaintance for long, but I consider our friendship a highlight and miss his counsel and support. He was an intensely strong-willed patriot, a devoted family man and a fervent supporter of our country. Robie Scott was one of a kind – the kind America needs more of today.
Drew County “Most Wanted” Arrested in Florida
May 28th, 2012 by
According to Sheriff Mark Gober, a subject on the Drew County Sheriff’s Department Most Wanted list was arrested in Jacksonville, Florida on a warrant for a parole violation out of Drew County.
Information Sought on Two Break-Ins by DCSO
May 26th, 2012 byTurtle Creek Apt. Fire
May 26th, 2012 by
Friday afternoon around 5 o’clock the Monticello Fire Dept. responded to Turtle Creek Apartments on N. Slemmons St. to the report of an apt. fire on the bottom level.
The blaze seems to have been started by something on the stove, and fire damage was confimed to the kitchen area.
$300,000 Bond Set for Employee that Set Fred’s Dermott Fire
May 26th, 2012 by
A 28-year-old Dermott resident has been arrested for the arson fire at Dermott’s Fred’s discount store. Twelve area fire departments battled the blaze for two days last weekend during the annual Dermott Crawfish Festival.
Good Luck
May 26th, 2012 by
Good luck, Laurel Ashley Beal,
when competing for Miss Teen Arkansas this weekend!!!
We love you!!
Your family and friends
Two Boys & a Truck Patch
May 26th, 2012 by
A couple of Monticello Youth have set up a produce stand on South Main Street.
It’s called “2 Boys & a Truck..Patch”.
They also put out a sign honoring our Veteran’s.
“Brain-washed Socialist Cowards” Jury Sentences “Pot Growing Idiot” to Maximum Sentences on Drug Charges
May 25th, 2012 byTuesday, a Drew County Circuit Court jury had found a defendant guilty of manufacturing marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. As the convicted defendant (representing himself as his own attourney) addressed the jury during the sentencing portion of the trial, he called them “Brain-washed Socialist Cowards” (not a good decision).
Head of the Class Graduation – Videos
May 25th, 2012 by
Happy Birthday
May 24th, 2012 by
Happy Third Birthday!
Peyton Myers
Son of Grant & Kelly (Sowell) Myers
Run Off Races to be held June 12 – Edited
May 24th, 2012 byThe Drew County Collector’s run-off will be between Tonya Loveless (1186 votes) and Josh Frost (1153 votes), as that race will be narrowed down, as Cherri Norris’ 621 votes are divided. The June 12 winner will then face Republican candidate Andrea Huskey in November.
In the bid for State Senate District 26, Gregg Reep, of Warren, won four of seven counties (Bradley, Drew, Cleveland, Desha) but fell short by 99 votes to Eddie Cheatham who carried only two counties (Ashley and Chicot). Cheatham, of Crossett, garnered 4156 votes, while Reep had 4057 votes cast for him. Johnnie Bolin, also from Ashley County, came in third with 3243 total votes. Cheatham and Reep will meet again in a runoff election which will be held in three weeks. The winner of this election will face Republic opponent Mike Akin of Monticello in November.
Gene Jeffress and Q. Byrum Hurst will also meet in a run-off election for the Democratic nominee for 4th District Congressman. The winner of this run-off election will face Republic Tom Cotton who won the Republican nomination for candidate for 4th District Congressman.
Regional vote totals provided by SalineRiverChronicle.com
Possible Gas Leak Moves Inmates to Excercise Yard – Update
May 24th, 2012 by
Around 10:30, this morning, a jailer notified Sheriff Mark Gober about the odor of gas in the County Detention Facility.
Election Summary
May 23rd, 2012 by
Robin Hood won the Democratic Primary. He will now face Republican Jessie Griffin and independent Robert Akin in November.
All precinct votes have come in and the unofficial numbers show two new faces will be added to Monticello’s City Council in 2013.
Election Results (Unofficial)
May 23rd, 2012 by
All ballot boxes have been counted.
Here are the final, unofficial vote totals:
UAM Trotter House B
Malco Theater 2
Union Bank 1
La Terraza
Mullis Insurance
UAM B
Farmer’s Insurance One
Small Bites Pediatric Dentist
Citizen’s Bank 2
Bone’s Auto Parts
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UAM Trotter House A
AM Rental & Sales
A.J. Huffman Graphic Design
Frazer’s Funeral Home
South Arkansas Business Solutions
Cricket Wireless Monticello Arkansas
Depaul Community Health Centers
Searcy & Associates 2
Citizen’s Bank 1
BCMC Family Care Clinic 1
AGUp Equipment
Malco Theater 1
Farm Bureau
Union Bank 2
O’Fallon Vet
Burgess Process Service
BCMC Family Care Clinic 2
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