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Ashley County Manhunt for Louisiana Suspect Ends in Arrest – Friday Evening Update
June 21st, 2013 by Joe Burgess
According to AshleyCountyLedger.com, Ashley County law enforcement offficers have arrested Tommy Kendall, following a t2o day manhunt for the Louisiana burglary suspect, wanted by Morehouse Parish, West Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office and Bonita Police.
Wilmar Juneteenth Parade – Video – Repost by Request
June 21st, 2013 by Joe BurgessHappy Birthday (from Thursday)
June 21st, 2013 by Submitted
Happy Birthday, Chapman!!!
We Hope You Have A Wonderful Day!
We Love You!
Love, Amanda & Brittany!
West, Cass, & Kizer Appointed to Equaliation Board
June 20th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Couty Judge Robert Akin
is shown swearing in former County Assessor J.D. West as a new member of the Drew
County Equalization Board, as well as reappointed members Cass Dattilo and Bob Kizer.
The equalization board is responsible for making sure county property taxes are equal, as compared to other similar properties.
Harrassing Security Salesmen bring Multiple Complaint Calls to Police
June 20th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Monticello Police have been receiving multiple complaints about Vivint Security salesmen, much like they did last August, see Insecure Home Security Salesmen Invade Monticello for a surprise interview with one of their door-knockers..
Detailed below are 3 cases, since Saturday, where MPD has been called about the orange-clad solicitors.
OTR Drivers Needed.
June 20th, 2013 by Submitted
OTR Drivers needed.
Contact Troy at Diamond State Logistics, LLC.
870-723-3197.”
MFD Responds to 7th Day Camp Road Fire
June 19th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Sunday afternoon around 4 pm, the Monticello Fire Dept. was called to the mobile home fire on Seventh Day Camp Road, of off Old Troy Road.
The cause was likely an electrical fire in the laundry area. Fire damage was contained of the hallway, but smoke damage spread throughout the home.
29 States Represented at Wilmar for Juneteenth
June 17th, 2013 by Joe BurgessClick here to see the map of those 29 states.
Wilmar’s Juneteenth Celebration is recognized nationwide as one of the largest celebrations that commemorate the abolition of slavery in 1865.
This year, at least 29 states were represented at Wilmar’s celebration, based on visits with guests and license plates seen over the weekend.
Map of 29 States at Wilmar’s Juneteenth
June 17th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Wilmar June Dinner – A Family Tradition
June 16th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
For generations, the Robertson family grew up in their home at the intersection of 7th Street,and Hart Avenue, in Wilmar.
They lived in, what is now, the only remaining 1800’s era house in Wilmar. The others have gradually disappeared.
The Robertson parents have passed away, but their adult still respect their family tradition of gathering at the homestead for Wilmar’s Juneteenth.
Shown here are some of the immediate family, along with a cousin or two who joined in this year. Family members traveled form California, Georgia (moved there from Michigan), and even Alaska to attend Juneteenth this year.
Juneteenth Wilmar Photos
June 16th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Mom Arrested with 1/4 Pound of Weed and Child in Car Safety Seat
June 14th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
According the Drew County Sheriff Mark Gober, around 8:15 Monday evening. a deputy conducted a traffic stop on a Dodge Durango on W. Conrad Street. The Durango then failed to use their turn signal and almost caused an accident on HWY 425, while turning south.
Drew Central School Board Hears Vandalism Update, Track Team Options, Pay Raise Voted
June 14th, 2013 by Sarah SpencerAt Thursday evening’s monthly School Board meeting, Superintendent Johnston gave an update on the vandalism issue. The students apologized to the School Board at last month’s meeting. Read the rest of this entry »
Employment Opportunity – Apartment Manager
June 14th, 2013 by Submitted
Local management company seeking an apartment manager.
Must be willing to live on-site.
Apartment and utilities furnished.
Must be organized, have people skills as well as general math skills, and be able to complete multiple forms.
Will train qualified person.
Credit and Background checks are required.
Resumes should be emailed to tsmresume@yahoo.com or faxed to (870) 367-8422.
This institution is an equal opportunity employer.
Monticello’s Population Increasing – Other Area Towns, Slowly Decreasing
June 13th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
According to the information in the chart below, it seems every other city and/or town in southeast Arkansas has lost population, except for Monticello.
The information is from the Census Bureaus’s Population Estimates between the 2010 census and July 1, 2012.
Drew County Population Growing, According to US Census Estimates
June 13th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Drew County seems to be the only county in the region that showed an increase in population (since the 2010 Census, through the period ending July 1, 2012) based on the US Census Bureaus’s population estimates.
The graphic below shows the population decreases that have taken place in our neighboring counties: Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Desha, and Lincoln Counties.
Employment Opportunity – Office Staff
June 13th, 2013 by SubmittedLocal office seeking employee to work 40 hours per week.
Must be organized, have general math skills, answer multi-line phone system, like working with the public and have computer skills.
Credit and Background checks are required.
Resumes should be emailed to tsmresume@yahoo.com or faxed to (870) 367-8422.
This institution is an equal opportunity employer.
Bayou Bartholomew AETN Feature with Chuck Dovish
June 13th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Cherry St. Stop Signs Back Up – 4-Way Stop Intersection, Again
June 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
After several months of being a 2-way stop, the intersection of Cherry and Jackson Streets has now been changed back to a 4-way stop.
The proposed purpose of the original change was due to large trucks using the street.
Be careful of the revised change, til every gets back into the habit of stopping on both streets.
Jordan Park Sign Replaced
June 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
The Jordan Park entrance sign has recently been rebuilt by city employees, following its March destruciton, apparently after being struck by a large vehicle, who left the scene.
Workers were able to salvage the lettering and most of the brick from March to rebuild hte sign.
New 2013 Toyota Camry L, 0% Available – $19,997 *
June 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
MFD Extinguishes Attic Fire
June 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
The Monticello Fire Dept was paged to the report of a fire in the attic of a College Street home, Monday afternoon, just before 3 o’clock.
The fire was quickly extinguished, and the smoldering materials removed from the area..
The probable cause in fires like this is usually electrical.
Fair Parade Marshalls Announced
June 12th, 2013 by Joe Burgess
Hubert and Evelyn McKeown, longtime fair supporters and Rock Springs residents, have been selected to serve as the 2013 Drew County Fair Parade Marshals.
The fair parade will be held September 17.
Jr. Fair Board Added to Assist with County Fair
June 12th, 2013 by Submitted
The Drew County fair board is pleased to announce our 2013 Jr. Fair Board. This is our first year for this group and it is showing to be a great decision.
The purpose of the Jr. Fair Board is to increase the support of our youth, and educate them in the operations in community programs, such as the County Fair.
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