Before we leave this office/front bedroom of the Drew County Museum there are a few more noteworthy items to discuss. One is a photograph of the wood-framed, original First Baptist Church built in 1860 and torn down in 1902. It stood where the newer one stands today. Actually I believe the fourth building is the church we see today. First Baptist Church has a long, illuminating history in Monticello.
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Motorcycle Crashes into Ford on HWY 278
March 23rd, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Around 3:45, Friday afternoon, a BMW motorcycle, with 2 passengers was traveling on HWY 278 West, when a Ford car pulled out in front of it.
Sex Offender Charged With Failure to Notify Change of Address
March 22nd, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Early Monday morning,, while responding to a suspicious vehicle parked at a cemetery report, Monticello Police Department officers stopped a vehicle at the AT&T store on HWY 425 North. During that stop, a registered sex offender was identified and charged with Failure to Report Change of Address.
Happy Birthdays
March 21st, 2013 by Submitted
QC Meets Again to Discuss 1¢ Road Tax Vote
March 20th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
The Drew County Quorum Court called a special meeting, Tuesday night, to discuss the proposed continuation of the county’s one cent road tax, which will be set for July 9.
The main discussion topics were whether to designate a 75/25 or 80/20 split to be designated for the Quorum Court to be able to direct to shortfalls in other budget areas, would thee be a better chance of voter passage if it were divided into two questions, and should the proposed continuation should be for 4 or 6 years.
Thieves Cut Power Poles with Ax, Steal Copper Wire – Update
March 20th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Two men in a pick-up were stopped by a Chicot County deputy sheriff for speeding, last Tuesday. While approaching the vehicle, the deputy noticed the green copper wire in the back of their truck.
Power Pole Split by Nissan
March 19th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Around 1:30 Saturday afternoon, the driver of this southbound Nissan lost control of the vehicle on HWY 425 (north of Lacey) and stuck a C&L power pole.
The driver declined medical attention and left with a family member.
Drew County Sheriff’s deputies worked the wreck scene. C&L power crews replace the damage pole.
New Aiport Hangar To Open Soon
March 19th, 2013 by Joe Burgess 
The latest improvement at the Monticello Airport, the new hangar that will be leased to the Price Company, has been completed, except for the parking area.
It is expected to be put into use, generating airport income, within the next month.
Employment Opportunity – Administrative Assistant
March 19th, 2013 by Submitted
Local real estate company seeking full time Administrative Assistant
Requirements: Good grammar, professional dress, good manners, attendance and timeliness. Preference will be given to applicant who can demonstrate skills in: QuickBooks, Excel, Word, and keyboarding.
The Future of the Courthouse Trees – Video
March 19th, 2013 by Sarah Spencer
At Monday’s Quorum Court meeting, Judge Robert Akin brought up the matter of what to do about the tree on the north side of the courthouse. There is concern that the tree will cause foundation damage to the courthouse, and one recommendation was that the tree be removed.
NA Holding Weekly Meetings at Courthouse
March 19th, 2013 by SubmittedNA meetings are being held every Tuesday and Friday at 8:00pm in the County Courthouse Clubroom.
Leona McCollough
March 19th, 2013 by Christian Brothers Funeral HomeLenora McCullough, born Oct. 2, 1919, died peacefully in her home with family members at her side on March 16, 2013 at the age of 93. She was the eldest of two children born to J.W. Everett & Jennie B. Dodds. She retired from Alameda County Fairmont Hospital in San Leandro, CA in 1982.
Visitation will be Friday, March 22nd from 6-7 pm at Christian Brothers Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Services & Internment to be held at First Baptist Church in Selma, AR on Sat.,Mar. 23rd at 11:00 a.m.
Services entrusted to Christian Brothers Funeral Home of Monticello http://www.christianbrothersfuneralhome.com/
UAM Aerial Photos
March 18th, 2013 by Joe Burgess 
Recently MLive ran a story about AT&T’s cell phone antenna upgrade at the UAM water tank called “A Job with A View.”
Thanks to one of the friendly antenna contractors, we can now share that view with all of our MLive readers.
If you want to use it as your “desktop photo”; right click on your mouse, then click on “save as background.”
Center Helps The Child’s Voice Autism Foundation
March 18th, 2013 by Submitted
The Discovery Skills Center Consumers dressed up blue bulbs as a community service project for the Child`s Voice Autism Foundation. Theses bulbs will be used for the “Light it up blue” Autism awareness event coming in April. Please, remember those dealing with autism by supporting the Child`s Voice foundation during this April event.
Reminder To All Taxpayers To Assess Personal Property By May 31st
March 18th, 2013 by SubmittedThe Drew County Assessor’s office would like to remind all taxpayers that own personal property to assess prior to May 31, 2013. Taxpayers can do this by visiting the Drew County Assessor’s office located at 210 S Main ST, assess over the phone by calling 870-460-6240 or assess online by visiting www.drewcountyassessor.com or at www.actdatascout.com Online assessing is available 24/7 for those who do not have time to make arrangements for assessing during normal business hours – 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Spring Break!
March 18th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Monticello Memories – Museum Tour – Week 3
March 17th, 2013 by Sheilla LampkinI hope you are enjoying our little tour of the Drew County Museum and will come take a look for yourself soon!! We’ll begin our journey this week in the room that now serves as the museum’s office. Along the north and east walls of that first-floor room four unique oil paintings are hanging. The first is an aesthetic rendition of the old Selma United Methodist Church. The church is one of the most recognized sites in Drew County, is on the National Register of Historic Places and has been lovingly restored in recent years. The soft, yet bright colors in the painting give the scene a pastoral quality. The painting is the work of Jerry Swope, an art teacher at Monticello High School in the 1970’s. Mr. Swope has since moved from Monticello, but left fond memories with his many friends, and this beautiful piece of art in the museum.
An Unusual Site
March 15th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Wednesday afternoon, a Taxi from Hot Springs was delivering a fare to the Calhoun Street area.
That may not be a news item, but the bright yellow paint sure drew attention.
Monticello hasn’t had a taxi service in several years, but that might be a good business venture, for someone to consider.
Shipley’s Donuts Coming to Monticello
March 15th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Many middle-aged people remember the Shipley’s Donut Shop that were scattered across many towns back in the 1970’s. (I remember visiting Greenville’s shop a few years ago.)
In a month or two, that can be more than just a memory.
Shipley’s Donuts has announced their plans to open a new Monticello location, on HWY 425, next to Burger King.
State Supreme Court Denies Pedraza Motion in Capital Murder Case
March 14th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Daniel Pedraza, a Drew County man facing a capitol murder trial with a possible death sentence asked the Arkansas Supreme Court t grant his petition of Writ for Certiorari, in an effort to get a continuance to for his attorney to prepare for his upcoming case.
20 for the Future & MEDC Leaders Meet with Washington DC Delegates
March 14th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Eight local business leaders and government officials visited our elected officials in Washington D.C.Tuesday and Wednesday, to discuss our local infrastructure needs.
During their trip, members of the MEDC and 20 for the Future met with Congressman Tom Cotton, Senator Mark Pryor, and Senator John Boozman.
This photo was taken during their meeting with Senator Boozman.
Prosecutor Files Criminal Charges for Wilmar Big-Rig Death Crash
March 13th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Prosecutor Thomas Deen has filed criminal charges against Bryant Childs, the big-rig driver who jumped out of a loaded asphalt truck, causing he death of the driver of a mini-van, when it was crushed by his abandoned vehicle.
Local Man Released on $75,000 Bond after Assualting Wife, Then Deputy
March 13th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Around midnight on March 5, a Drew County man was arrested by Drew County Sheriff’s deputies, following an alleged domestic disturbance. He reportedly assaulted his wife and was waving a handgun in front of witnesses.
Police Patrol Notes
March 13th, 2013 by Joe BurgessOn March 4, a resident of W. Trotter St. reported his vehicle of been broken into. Items stolen included a Pioneer CD player, causing substantial damage to his dash.
On March 5, a resident of N. Hyatt St. reported that her Camaro had some offensive words scratched into it’s hood, drivers door, and rear fender.
On March 6, a resident of N. Cooper Street reported that her Chevy Malibu had been scratched or keyed down both sides. The drivers front window appeared to be cracked, as well.
Bayou Bartholomew Preview Discussion Videos – Program Airs on AETN, Thursday
March 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Chuck Dovixh, with AETN, recently held a preview of the completed footage from the upcoming Bayou Bartholomew documentary scheduled to be broadcast on Thursday.
The interest history of “the Bayou” was discussed. It had as many as 96 steamships traveling its waters, coming as far upstream as Baxter. It also supported the early log-rafting industry, supplying logs to downstream sawmills
Bayou Bartholomew is the 3rd most diversified waterway in the US , with 117 species of fish in it.
Local Lady Killed in Accident on Florence Road
March 11th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
A Monticello woman was killed in a single vehicle truck accident on Florence Road, Sunday afternoon, around 3:45.
Monticello Memories – Museum Tour – Pt. 2
March 10th, 2013 by Sheilla LampkinOn our museum tour this week we will again begin at the front door. As noted earlier, the door itself has beveled glass panes highlighted by a magnificent fanlight at the top and gorgeous sidelights. When Mr. Cavaness was building the house, he traveled to the Crescent City where he found the gorgeous door with its fanlight and sidelights, purchased them and brought the entire set to Monticello to serve as the main entry to his home.
Happy Birthday
March 10th, 2013 by Submitted
Happy 14th Birthday,
Deluno Lucas
Love, Mom and Family
A Job With A View
March 8th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Subcontractors for AT&T Cellular are working on the antenna on top of the the UAM water tank, this week. The top of the tank is 190 feet above the ground.
The improvements to the antenna system may cause short gaps in service between now and Friday, but will improve 4G cell service to the UAM area.
Fire Station Construction Photo
March 8th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Centerpoint Property on Chester St. to become MEDC Property
March 8th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
As the former Centerpoint Energy property on N. Chester St. is being cleared out, with the company’s move to the Industrial Site, the property will son belong to the MEDC, in receipt of the land-swap for the gas company’s new worksite.o
The first likely tenant will be contractor’s for the city’s new water system upgrade project.
MHS Choirs Receive Superior Division I Ratings at CPA
March 8th, 2013 by Monticello Schools
Each Monticello High School Choral Group earned Superior Division I ratings at CPA – Choral Performance Assessment on Saturday, March 2 in Star City.
Union Bank Issues Statement about False Credit/Debit Card Phone Calls
March 7th, 2013 by Submitted
Union Bank has been made aware that the following phone calls has been received by numerous people. “Your Visa/Debit card has been deactivated, Press 1” then it wants you to enter your card information.
Union Bank is not making these calls. So please, never give out any personal information to anyone you do not know. If you have given your information out, please contact your bank to delete your card and have a new one issued.
This scam has been taking place at multiple banks in Warren, but may affect customers of any bank in teh Sougheast Arkansas ares.
If you have any questions, there should be a contact number on the back of your credit or debit card .
Dearman Appointed to State Burial Board by Governor
March 7th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Chuck Dearman, Jr., of Stephenson Dearman Funeral Home has been appointed to the Arkansas Burial Association Board by Governor Mike Beebe.
Dearman replaces Sumner Brashears on the board. The appointment expires December 31, 2015. .
100th Birthday Party Planned
March 7th, 2013 by Submitted
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