41-year-old Jerome Terry told Circuit Judge Bynum Gibson he enrolled as a college student in UAM’s hospitality program (using his son’s identity) so that when his son, Jarell Terry, was released from prison, he would have a college education.
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Controlled burn, as seen by passing traffic

As a courtesy to area firefighters, Authorities are asking anyone planning a “controlled burn ” to notify the Monticello Police at 367-3411, Sheriff’s Dept at 367-6211, and/ or Forestry Commission at 367-2050; so that when those fires are reported by members of the public, authorities will know that they are planned “control burns.”

The winning floats are …….

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According to SalineRiverChronicle.com, Warren Police detectives and officers are investigating two deaths that were reported Monday morning. The deaths occurred at a residence on Clio Street.
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The Drew County District Court has an opening for full time deputy clerk beginning November 1, 2014.

This clerk is primary responsible for the criminal and traffic docket and also for assisting in court proceedings.

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Tony Thurman was recently named the 2015 Superintendent of the Year by the Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators (AAEA).

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Halftime – DC Jr Pirates 6
McGehee 8

3rd Qtr – Drew Central 12
McGehee 20

Final – DC Jr Pirates 20
McGehee 34

At last week’s parks committee meeting, the group was trying to find the best location for the soon-to-be replaced skate park.

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Advantages of Southeast Arkansas has openings for substitute direct care staff for consumers in the Ashley County and Drew County areas. These are substitute positions where work is on an “as-needed” basis with no guaranteed hours.
Lifting is required with some consumers.

Qualifications…..
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The Monticello Jr. Billies traveled to Dumas, Thursday night.

After a hard fought game, The Billies were victorious with the final score of 14-8.

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The Drew Central 7th Grade Pirates remain undefeated with a 16 to 14 win over the England Lions.

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On August 28, 2014 Deputy Jeremy Chapman and Lt. Tim Nichols were dispatched to a residence on Jose Chapel Cutoff in reference to a residential burglary.

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The Drew County Sheriff’s Office and the Arkansas State Police Crimes Against Children Division have been investigating a sexual assault case. The suspect was on parole at the time of the assault on the child.

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In late August, the Drew County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a residential burglary in the area of highway 35 S.

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Over the past couple of weeks, the Drew County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating several deer camp break ins.

Property stolen range from ATV’s, hunting supplies, guns, televisions, deer head mounts, duck mounts and even window curtains.
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Peggy and Auddy Doss of Monticello are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Catherine Doss, to John Curtis Jackson, son of Jack and Faye Jackson of Star City.

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Ray Paschal is turning 50 today.

His wife, Misty, invites everyone to text, “Happy Birthday” to him at 723-5389.

Happy birthday, Ray.

Local fast paced salon is looking for a dependable, bright, hardworking licensed stylist that is ready to work.

For booth rent and more info please, text 870-820-0077.

Monticello Middle School is conducting a DRILL of lock-down and evacuation procedures, this morning.

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Last Friday at approximately 5:40 PM Sheriff Mark Gober was traveling down Highway 172 when he observed a white Chevrolet Dually pickup parked partially in the northbound lane with the rear of the vehicle in the grass and the front of the vehicle touching the center line of the highway. As Sheriff Gober approached the vehicle it began traveling northbound.

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