11 year old Madelin Moore recently donated 10 inches of hair to Locks of Love.
Dawn Marter, owner and stylist of West Ave. Salon, also took part in the good deed,
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Detroit Lions’ Corey Williams Local DWI Charge “Taken Under Advisement”
July 22nd, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Corey Williams, the starting defensive tackle for the NFL Detroit Lions , was in Monticello, Wednesday, facing a DWI charge in Monticello’s District Court.
New Fines for Repeat-Offenders on Property Violations – Edited
July 21st, 2012 by Mandy MossThe City Council voted unanimously to amend Ordinance 756 of the City of Monticello to assess fines associated with repeat nuisance property owners.
Airport Improvements for Runways Planned
July 21st, 2012 by Mandy MossDuring the airport report to the City Council, Benji Ryburn told the Council that people landing in heavy and fast moving aircraft are complaining of a dip and a hump on the runway. He stated that he “made some calls and asked for additional funds…and got confirmation that FAA will provide additional funds, up to $141,794, to do work to the runway.”
The money comes from a 100% grant so the City will not be required to provide any funding. The Council voted to apply for the grant and bid out the project.
Police, Fire, & Court Report
July 21st, 2012 by Joe BurgessMEDC Report
July 21st, 2012 by Joe BurgessParks Committee Update
July 21st, 2012 by Joe BurgessBoys & Girls Club Report
July 21st, 2012 by Joe BurgessCity Council Votes to Buy 3,000 Residential Trash Dumpsters
July 20th, 2012 by Mandy Moss
The Monticello City Council passed a resolution authorizing the acceptance of a bid by Toter, Inc for the purchase of 3,000 rollout trash carts. The bid by Toter was the low bid and came in at $134,700.00.
The City will purchase one can per residence, and a second can may be purchased by an individual for $55-$60.
Trash pickups will be moved to once a week, per ward, once the new cans are in place.
Armed Robbery Suspect Was Parolee from Texas for Murder & Multiple Robberies
July 20th, 2012 by iPhone
More background is being discovered about John Michael Carty, the Armed Robbery suspect from Oklahoma, that was arrested by law enforcement officers, Tuesday, north of Monticello.
Log Truck Jack-Knifes on HWY 83 North – Edited
July 20th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Around 5 pm, Thursday, Drew County Sheriff’s Deputies were called to HWY 83 North, where both lanes were blocked by a Freightliner log truck that was jack-knifed, jut north of Rabb Road.
The driver told MLive that as he came around the curve (northbound), he saw a tractor, and hit the breaks, which caused the empty log truck to begin to skid, causing the wreck.
No one was inured, Reliable Towing towed the big rig from the wreck scene.
DC Red Brick Building Demolition Update
July 19th, 2012 by Mandy Moss
According to Superintendent Mike Johnston of Drew Central School District,at their recent meeting, the demolition of the red brick building is 56% complete. He said that all walls and windows have been removed, plus the brick is down on about half of it.
Bricks are being cleaned and stacked for future use and salvageable wood will be taken, refurbished, and used to make furniture.
Town & Country Florist & Gifts, “Our Biggest Clearance Sale Ever,” Starts Today!
July 19th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Silo Fire at Bio-Wood, next to Maxwell Hardwood – Update
July 19th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Around noon, Wednesday, the Monticello Fire Dept. was called to Bio-Wood, a sister company of Maxwell Hardwood Flooring, to a report of a fire in a dust and shavings silo, and attached elevator.
Firefighters battled the heat and the height, as they climbed to the top of the silo, to open the vents, to extinguish the blaze.
The fire is believed to have started with a bearing in a motor, and was contained to the silo and elevator areas.
MFD was called back to the silo, around 3 pm, and where on the site for around 2 more hours, battling flair-ups.
$10,000 Off 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Big Horn Edition at Ryburns
July 18th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
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For a Limited Time,
at Ryburn Dodge.
Stop By & See the Savings!!
Happy Birthday
July 18th, 2012 by Submitted
Happy 2nd Birthday,
Destiny J. Dunlap
From Mom Dad and Family
Over the Creek, & Through the Woods……..
July 17th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
The driver of this Saab convertible had a scary ride this morning, around 10:30, when she lost control of her vehicle on HWY 425, north of Lacey, as she was traveling north.
The Saab crossed the ditch, and struck a tree, as it crossed over a creek.
The car came to rest with it’s front wheels and back wheels on different side of he creek.
No one was injured. Arkanss State Police worked the accident’ C&L Wrecker towed the convertible.
Quorum Court Approves Status Change of Hospital & Vote on Millage Continuation
July 17th, 2012 by Joe BurgessMonday night, the Quorum Court approved an ordinance transfering operations of the hospital to Drew Memorial Hospital, Inc. The ordinance also approved a lease of the facilities to the board, which is made up of the current DMH board of directors. Also October 9 was set as a special election day for two DMH millage questions.
Burn Ban Lifted
July 17th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Commercial Burglar, with Medical Marijuana & Pills, Doesn’t Remember Crime or Arrest
July 17th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
The 44 year old man, arrested by MPD after a local business owner entered his shop, Saturday, to find the stranger holding his cash register, received a $15,000 bond, Monday afternoon.
Tony Glynn Irons, currently from Monticello, told District Judge Ken Harper that he had taken a “#10 Valium and a Xanax” together for the first time, and didn’t remember anything else until he woke up in jail.
Happy Birthday
July 17th, 2012 by Submitted
Happy 3rd birthday Diamond. We love you!!!
Love,
Mom, Dad, and Hunter
Happy 2nd Birthday
July 16th, 2012 by Submitted
Seth L. H. Wilson is celebrating his 2nd birthday.
He is the son of Stacy and Shana Wilson of Monticello. He is the grandson of Bubba Wright, David & Kay Ozment and Larry & Charlotte Wilson all of Monticello. He is also the Great- Grandson of Opal Wright of Monticello.
We love you so much,
Daddy, Mommy and Sissy
Happy 16th Birthday
July 16th, 2012 by Submitted
Happy “Sweet 16” Elizabeth!
We love you so much!
Your Family
Reggie’s Lock & Keys Has YOUR Key
July 16th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Reggie’s Lock & Key has………..
Programmed Keys
Remotes
Fobs
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Tool Box Locks
Pad Locks- that fit YOUR VEHICLE KEY, Ford, GM, Dodge/Chrysler in stock others available
Plus, a wide range of services….
Give us a call today, 870-723-6898, 205 S. Hyatt
Trapped Teenagers Inside of Railroad Chip Car, Rescued by MPD & MFD at Midnight
July 16th, 2012 by Joe Burgess
Just before midnight, Saturday night, Monticello Police Dispatch received a phone call reporting that two local teenagers were trapped inside of an empty railroad chip car.
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