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. .
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100th Birthday Party Planned
March 7th, 2013 by Submitted
Happy Birthday
March 7th, 2013 by Submitted
Happy 7th Birthday Isabella!
Love Mom
Lost & Found – 1967 UAM Men’s Class Ring
March 6th, 2013 by Submitted
FOUND- UAM men’sClass ring from 1967 at Wal Mart.
Call 870-723-4006 to identify.
Warrant Issued Following Incident At UAM Cafeteria
March 6th, 2013 by iPhoneHappy Birthday
March 6th, 2013 by Submitted
Happy 7th Birthday Kyla Grace
We Love You Paw Paw and Nana
Happy Birthdays
March 6th, 2013 by Submitted
One Birthday is Fun, but were having TWO!
Happy 1st Birthday
Khloe & Kason King
Love, Auntie, Grammie and PawPaw
MHS Mock Trial Team Advanced To Semi-Final Round Of The Arkansas Mock Trial Regional Competition
March 5th, 2013 by Monticello Schools
Jacob Chisom, Anna St. John, MaryKate Jones, Alex Jones, Erin Ashcraft, Julia Craig, and Elizabeth Wilson.
The Monticello High School Mock Trial Team advanced to semi-final round of the Arkansas Mock Trial Regional Competition by defeating Hope High School. The team’s loss in the semi-finals placed them in 3rd place behind Little Rock Catholic High School and Sheridan High School and ended the team’s chance to advance to the state level of competition. The students invest many hours after school in preparation for this event.
DCES Safety & Security Update – Videos
March 5th, 2013 by Joe BurgessThe Drew Central safety and security task force met Monday night to receive updates on the suggestions that were made at their earlier meeting.
Topics covered included doors, locks, playgrounds, among several others areas.
Former Boll Weevil Signs With New York Jets
March 5th, 2013 by UAM News
Former UAMonticello defensive back Eric Crocker has signed to play for the NFL’s New York Jets, announced this past Friday by the Jets’ front office.
Crocker joins the Jets after playing 18 games for the San Antonio Talons of the Arena Football League during the 2012 season. Crocker recorded 70.5 total tackles, including 60 solo tackles and an assisted tackle for a loss. He also had three interceptions, 13 pass breakups, three fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles.
City Issues Notice About Sodium Content in Water System
March 4th, 2013 by City of Monticello
The Arkansas Department of Health and the City of Monticello hereby informs residents, especially those on low-sodium and salt-restricted diets, that they should be made aware of the relatively high levels of the sodium in the town’s drinking water so that they can take appropriate measures.
Sunrise Glare Causes Close Call for Driver
March 3rd, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Around 7:30, Sunday morning, the driver of this Chrysler PT Cruiser was driving into the sunrise, when the glare caused him to travel too far onto the shoulder of Barkada Road.
The Chrysler could’ve easily overturned, as it narrowly missed the deep culverts in the area.
Dan’s Towing removed the vehicle, Monticello PD worked the wreck scene.
Monticello Memories – Tour of the Museum -1
March 3rd, 2013 by Sheilla Lampkin
This March, 2013, offering will begin a series that will give you a room-by-room tour of our own Drew County Historical Museum. I hope you will enjoy these entries and will stop by the museum yourself to peruse its treasures face-to-face.
The museum itself was formerly known as the Cavaness house for those of you who never knew, or have forgotten, its beginnings. Newlyweds Garvin W. Cavaness and his wife, Pattie Phenton Wells, began construction of their home in 1906.
Billies Bow to Pottsville 56-54 in State Playoffs
March 2nd, 2013 by iPhone
The Monticello Billies led all the way from the early 1st period, until the second overtime; but the Pottsville Apaches came from behind to tie the game 8 times, took the lead with seconds to go for a 56-54 win over the Billies.
Happy Birthday
March 2nd, 2013 by Submitted
Happy 1st Birthday, Kendall Moore!
You have brought so much joy to our lives in just one year! We look for to many more years of laughter, love and memories!
Love,
Mommy, Daddy & Your Sissy’s.
Happy Birthday
March 2nd, 2013 by Submitted
Happy Birthday Lindsey!!
Hope your day is as special as you are!
Love you baby girl!
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March 1st, 2013 by Joe BurgessMHS Forensic Team Earns Fifth 1st Place Sweepstakes Award
March 1st, 2013 by Monticello Schools
The MHS Forensic team travelled to Searcy High School where they earned their fifth 1st Place Sweepstake award this year. Twenty-five entries earned awards, and 35 of these entries are now qualified to compete at the Tournament of Champions in April. Read the rest of this entry »
Drew Central Senior Named as National Merit Scholarship Finalist
March 1st, 2013 by Sarah Spencer
Jessica Wishard, a senior at Drew Central High School, received recognition at their recent school board meeting for advancing to finalist standing in the National Merit Scholarship Program of 2013. She was awarded a certificate by Ms. Melissa Vincent, Principal of the high school.
Problems Presented by Parole / Probation Program Plague Court Precedings
March 1st, 2013 by Joe BurgessDrew County currently does not have an active parole / probation case officer dedicated for the county’s offenders. Currently, officers designated for other counties are covering Drew County, on top of their regular responsibilities.
When questions about probation case in Circuit Court Monday, Judge Gibson said that was under the impression the each officer had a maximum case load of 25. Court testimony later reflected that total has been increased up to 60.
Happy Birthday, Drew
March 1st, 2013 by AJ Huffman
Happy 8th Birthday to the most Awesome kid we know.
Love,
Daddy, Telese, Anna, & John
Drew County Line at Jerome
February 28th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
$100 Prize for News Tip to MLive
February 28th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
This fatal crash where the State Police investiagated the driver of an asphault truck jumping from his truck, causing the death of a driver of a mini-van was the best news tip for the month of October.
The $100 prize was donated by the news tip caller of Hope Place family Center, for pregnancy care and counseling.
Happy 3rd Birthday (Thursday)
February 28th, 2013 by Submitted
Happy 3rd Birthday Andre WilliamsFrom: Momma, Daddy, Pooh, & Andrea
Sadie Johnson Center Nearing Completion
February 28th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
The Sadie Johnson Community Center is nearing completion, preparing for its opening ceremony on April 14.
Reservation will begin on April 1, for dates after the ribbon cutting ceremony.
The front steps were completed, Wednesday, with the handicap access ramp to be added next.
Tiner Appointed to County Board
February 27th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Mark Tiner, of Union Bank, has been appointed to served Drew County on the public facilities board.
Tiner replaces Charlie Searcy, who was elected to serve as county treasurer.
Tiner was appointed by the county judge, with the approval of the Quorum Court.
Health Foundation Earns $9,000 with “Casino Night”
February 27th, 2013 by Submitted
The Southeast Arkansas Health Foundation’s casino night earned approximately $9000 for the foundation’s support of the local medical and hospital industry.
The winner of the $1500 drawdown was Dr. Julia Nicholson.
Happy Birthday
February 27th, 2013 by Submitted
Happy Birthday,
From Steven and the Kids.
In Memory of a Friend
February 27th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Mrs. Betty, as an employee of Guesthouse and Greystone Manor, touched many lives.
She was a friend of the residents in that facility, and an important part of the families of those residents.
Like many other people in the caretaking field, Mrs. Betty never new how many people’s lives she touched.
County Health Dept. Recognized on Agency’s 100th Anniversary
February 27th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Judge Robert Akin is shown signing the Proclamation of 100 years for the Arkansas Department of Health.
Furry Guest Visits Drew Central 4th Graders
February 27th, 2013 by Drew Central Schools
Left to Right Krista Donley, Keith Reynolds UAM Football player, Savannah Rainey
Drew Central 4th graders in Eva Arrington’s class had 3 furry guests on Friday- ferrets. Keith Reynolds, a UAM football player, spoke to the class about the responsibilities of owning a pet.
Collectors Office Accepting Credit / Debit Card Payments
February 27th, 2013 by Joe BurgessFor your convenience, the Drew County Tax Collectors Office is now accepting Credit Card payments, for delinquent taxes and beginning March 1, on the Current 2012 Tax Year, according toTonya Loveless, Drew County Tax Collector.
Please note that there will be a 2.49% service charged by the supplier that will be applied to your tax payment amount for using your Credit Card.
Willie Lee Jefferson
February 27th, 2013 by Christian Brothers Funeral HomeWillie Lee Jefferson was born to the late J.B. Jefferson and the late Clara Hazel Trotter Jefferson on December 18, 1959 in the Winchester Community. He departed this life on Saturday, February 23, 2013 in Monticello, AR.
He leaves to cherish his memory four brothers: Parnell Miles Jr. (Kansas City MO), Wilbert Miles (Oklahoma City, OK), Tyrone Miles (Spencer, OK), and Johnnie Jefferson (Monticello); five sisters: Pearlie Wiggins (Kansas City, MO), Bobbie Allen (Kansas City, KS), Martha Williams (McGehee), Linda Daniels (Selma), and Ruby Ashford (Monticello); and a host of nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews, relatives and friends.
Funeral Service will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, March 2nd at Christian Brothers Funeral Home Chapel in Monticello. http://www.christianbrothersfuneralhome.com/
Monticello Dance Academy Wins Awards at LR’s VIP Dance Competition
February 25th, 2013 by Submitted
Students from Monticello Dance Academy recently competed at the regional VIP Dance Competition in Little Rock, bringing home numerous awards.
Photo 1- front row from left to right- Alex Pennington, Olivia Wilson, Alli Beth King. Back row from left to right- Keller Bigham, Logan Fletcher, Mary Riley Busby, and Kate Brown
Photo 2- Front row from left to right- Jalyn Powell, Avery Barnes, Karissa Morman, Alex Pennington, Olivia Wilson, Alli Beth King, Tristan Thomas, BrookLynn White, Lynsey Hoover. Second row from left to right- Mrs. Toni, Lexi Thomas, Kelli Stain, Kayla Arrington, Rivers Frazer, Gracie Mosley, Caroline Groves, Kristiana Tenorio, Skyler Ashley. Third row from left to right- Mrs. Allison, Kate Brown, Mary Riley Busby, Anna Collins, Krista Sparks, Laura Swain, Madeline Griffin, Hannah Wilkerson, Mary Beth Wigley. Back row from left to right- Ashlee Johnson, Logan Fletcher, Blaine Morman, Anna Groves, Maddie Busby, Madi Ryburn, Morgan Davis.
Photo 3- from left to right- Ashlen McRae, Ashlee Johnson, Charlee Carter, Bliss Jaggers, Kristiana Tenorio, Mary Beth Wigley.
Local Students Make Presentation at AR. Dept. of Ed. Program at Peabody Hotel
February 25th, 2013 by Monticello Schools
Four students from Mrs. Engelkes’ 3rd grade classroom at MIS and four students from Mrs. Cases’ 2nd grade classroom at MES presented at TICAL (Technology Information Center for Administrative Leadership) at the Peabody Hotel’s Convention Center. Student’s showcased their ipad work and gave tutorials on how to use the apps.
Students from MIS: Anna Grace Bailey, Lauren Petty, Hayden Cotton, Johnathan Yarbrough
Students from MES: Beth Bragg, Chloe Rosegrant, Brenden Brown, Kel Busby
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