Lyna Gulledge of Monticello has announced that she will be a candidate for re-election to a sixth term of office as Drew County Clerk in the upcoming May Democratic primary election.
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AHTD Approved Streetwork in Monticello
January 23rd, 2014 by Submitted
Arkansas State Highway Commission approved a bid for improvements to roadways in Drew County, according to Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) officials.
The purpose of the project is to resurface 1.5 miles of roadway in Monticello..
Monticello High School All Region Band Results
January 23rd, 2014 by Monticello Schools
Shirley Hudspeth
January 23rd, 2014 by Christian Brothers Funeral HomeSis. Shirley Theus Hudspeth was born September 3, 1955;to the late Bro.Luther and Velma (Rawls) Theus in Salt Lake City,Utah. One brother, Sherman Theus and a set of twin proceeded her in death. At the young of 9 years old, the family moved to Wilmar, Arkansas.
She was united in marriage to Lloyd Edward Hudspeth and to this union two children was born.
She attended Wilmar High School where she graduated in 1973.
She confessed Christ at an early age in Mt. Tabor Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. O.H. Harding.
She worked at Burlington Industrial for 10 years and later Bradley County Hospital and Area Agency until her health began to fail.She loved to fish,cook,shop, and spend time with her children,grandchildren and friends. She was a very special person and if you were ever around her you never forget her smile.
She leaves to cherish her memories, one son;Vernon Wendall Hudspeth, Monticello, Arkansas;one one daughter Lontillda Shanise Hudspeth of Little Rock, Ar. Two special granddaughters, Chantelle, and Shylamonte George of Little Rock, Arkansas.Three brothers;Eddie James Rawls of Spannaway; WA Bobby Theus, of Lake Village Arkansas;Johnny Theus, of Atlanta,Georgia.Very special friends Clarance Daniels,Dirk Parham,Valerie and Evanglina Carr. A host of nepews, neices, cousins,and friends.
Services are Saturday, January 25th @ Mt. Tabor Missionary Baptist Church.Services entrusted to Christian Brothers of Monticello, Arkansas.
Mary Lou Grantier
January 23rd, 2014 by SubmittedMrs. Marilyn Lou Grantier, 69 of Monticello, AR, died Monday, January 20, 2014 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff, AR. She was a native of Hot Springs, AR and a resident of Monticello for the past 15 years. She was a homemaker and was of the Assembly of God faith.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest “Amos” and Wonda Edwards Standiford, She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed cooking.
She is survived by her husband of 43 years, John Grantier, one son, Johnathan Grantier of Monticello, AR, two daughters, Chell Lenz of Hermitage, TN & Shannon Grantier of Monticello, AR, three sisters, Earnestine Ware, husband Travis of Pearcy, AR, Betty Sroope of Hot Springs, AR, Carolyn Harrison, husband Dale of Bella Vista, AR, eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a host of other family members and friends.
Memorial services are Sunday, January 26, 2014 at 2:30 pm at Cromwell Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Donald Manning, officiating. Guestbook signing at www.cromwellfuneralhome.net
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 10900-B Stonelake Blvd., Suite 320, Austin, TX 78759.
MHS Forensics Team
January 22nd, 2014 by Monticello Schools
Recently, 11 MHS forensics team members competed at the Cabot Classic Forensics Tournament where there were approximately 1,000 total entries.
Becca Stephenson advanced to finals and earned 3rd Place in Prose Interpretation. Salonica Hunter earned a finalist medal in Storytelling. Stephenson also advanced to semi-finals in Poetry Interpretation.
Happy Birthday
January 22nd, 2014 by Submitted
Happy Birthday to Annabel Grace Fowler, who had a birthday on January 20, and was four years old.
Love: Momma, Daddy, Elijah,
and Mammaw Barbara
MLK Celebration Videos – Choir, Clarissa, Sen. Pryor, & Honorees
January 21st, 2014 by Joe Burgess
Thefts / Break-ins Reported in County
January 21st, 2014 by Joe Burgess
4 break-ins have recently been reported in Drew County, with a wide range of items being taken.
Congratulations To Industry Of The Year, Silvicraft Inc.
January 21st, 2014 by Submitted
Big Rig Rollover Closes Dead Man’s Curve
January 20th, 2014 by iPhone
An 18-wheeler, loaded with ground rubber, overturned in Dead Man’s Curve around 11:30 Monday morning.
MLK Memorial March /Breakfast – Videos
January 20th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
7 Grass Fires Reported in Drew County
January 19th, 2014 by iPhone
Local fire departments were busy Saturday, since the pleasant weather encouraged many people to do yardwork.
However windy conditions across the county caused 7 of these grass fires to grow out of control, with several of them reaching wooded areas.
Most of the fires were in the Monticello area, but others ranged from Collins to Lacey.
Car Crashes into Tiner Computer
January 17th, 2014 by iPhone
Shortly after 4:30 Friday afternoon, the driver of this Mercury allowed the vehicle to cross over the yellow concrete block in front of Tiner’s Computer.
Union Bank Stock Buyout Pits Bank vs. Former Stockholders in Court
January 17th, 2014 by iPhone
A circuit court lawsuit will determine the outcome of a case between Union Bank and 11 of its former shareholders, who were forced out by a corporate buyout action.
The defendants is the case include John Porter Price, Virgil Trotter, William Yates Trotter, Patricia Trotter Kirkland, Deborah Jackson Thornhill, Jimmie Jo Jackson Leech, Charles E. Jackson Jr., Lucy Jackson Cyphers, Ruth C. Moffatt, and William R. Daniels, Marsha Moffatt Daniels.
Happy Birthday
January 17th, 2014 by iPhone
HAPPY 2nd BIRTHDAY, BRYSON HARRISON!!!
We love you so much,
Love Mommy & Brother.
Wilmar Big-Rig Driver from Fatality Crash Sentenced to 120 Days in Jail
January 17th, 2014 by iPhone
Bryant Childs, the driver of the asphalt truck involved in the October 29, 2012 death of Elizabeth Ann Davis at the Wilmar train crossing, was found guilty of negligent homicide and five counts of 2nd degree assault by a Drew County jury in November.
The jury was unable to agree on the sentence, so that decision fell on Judge Bynum Gibson.
Happy Birthday
January 17th, 2014 by iPhone
Happy 6th Birthday, Anniyah!
Love Mom, Dad, Lil Nick, and Nichalon.
We Love You!!
Local Man Charged with Attempted Capital Murder
January 16th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
A Monticello man was stabbed multiple times, and assaulted with several household “weapons” recently, after he tried to separate a man and the girlfriend that he as allegedly fighting with.
The victim received a life-changing beating, and the suspect’s charges now include Attempted Capital Murder.
County Considering “Code Red” Instead of Weather Sirens
January 15th, 2014 by iPhone
In the years that Drew County has been chasing the seemingly illusive vision of having countywide weather and tornado sirens, it seems technology has passed by that system of weather notifications.911 co-ordinator Michael Frisby has recently been in contact with Code Red Weather Notifications, and presented his findings to the Quorum Court, Monday night.
Old Jordan Park Pool Listed on City’s “Nuisance Property List”
January 15th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
A recent list of nuisance properties, as reported and maintaned by the city property inspector, included a city property.
Congressional Candidate Tommy Moll Addresses SEARK TEA Party – Video
January 15th, 2014 by Joe BurgessDebra Hobbs, Candidate for Gov., at TEA Party
January 15th, 2014 by iPhoneAndy Mayberry, Candidate for Lt. Governor, Visits Monticello – Video
January 15th, 2014 by iPhoneDC Sports Update
January 14th, 2014 by iPhoneThe track meet for today has been canceled because of weather.
Today’s games have been cancelled.
Tomorrow’s baseball game vs Hampton has been postponed until Wed starting at 4 on Jerry Eubanks Field.
Prosecutor Asking for Public’s Help Locating Robbery Suspect
January 14th, 2014 by iPhone
An arrest warrant has been issued by the Chicot County Circuit Court for
a 23 year old Monticello man, for residential burglary and theft of property.
The warrant was issued in connection with the burglary of a house on West
Daniels Street in Dermott on the morning of January 8. A quantity of
firearms and electronics were stolen from the residence.
Davis to File for 5th Term as Assessor
January 14th, 2014 by iPhone
Beth Davis of Monticello has announced her candidacy for re-election to the office of Drew County Assessor in the upcoming Democratic primary election.
Loveless Seeking Re-election as Collector
January 14th, 2014 by iPhone
Tonya K. Loveless of Monticello has announced her candidacy for re-election to the office of Drew County Tax Collector in the upcoming Democratic primary election.
Happy Anniversary
January 14th, 2014 by iPhone
Happy 19th Anniversary to my wonderful husband Steve “Blue” Faulkner.
Thank you for alway being there for me and the boys.
We love you very much.
Lea Forrest Faulkner
“the Coach Who Doesn’t Punt,” Banquet Speaker – Video
January 11th, 2014 by Joe BurgessBusiness of the Year – CashSaver
January 10th, 2014 by iPhoneIndustry of the Year – Silvicraft
January 10th, 2014 by iPhoneOutstanding Young Leader – Reggie Binns
January 10th, 2014 by iPhoneMan of the Year – Tom White
January 10th, 2014 by iPhoneWoman of the Year – Louisa Smith
January 10th, 2014 by iPhoneEducators of the Year – UAM, Dr. Carol Strong – Monticello, Liz Richey – DC, Eulea Kiraly
January 10th, 2014 by iPhoneFarm Family of the Year – Jason Cater Family
January 10th, 2014 by iPhoneMonticello School District Announced 2014 “Teacher of the Year
January 10th, 2014 by iPhone
Drew Central Announces “Teacher of the Year”
January 9th, 2014 by iPhone
Each year the Monticello Economic Development Commission in conjunction with the Monticello-Drew County Chamber of Commerce recognizes various individuals for their accomplishments. Among those honorees, are Teachers of the Year from each school district in the county. This year Drew Central’s Teacher of the Year hails from the high school.
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Flash Flood Warning Issued for Drew County until 5:00 PM
January 9th, 2014 by iPhone
Wreck Shuts Down 425 South
January 9th, 2014 by iPhone
A 2 vehicle collision at the intersection of HWY 425 and Ladelle road closed both lanes of traffic, at 7:45 Thursday morning.
A southbound Chevy Trailblazer and a northbound Toyota Camry collided head-on, with the Camry reportedly catching fire after the collision.
Monticello Fire & Rescue, Lacey-Ladelle fire department, Arkansas State Police, Drew County Sheriffs deputies, and Drew County OEM responded to the scene.
Beverly Burks to file for Circuit Clerk Office
January 9th, 2014 by Submitted
Beverly Burks of Wilmar has announced that she will be a candidate for the office of Drew County Circuit Clerk in the May Democratic primary.
Burks, 47, has been employed as a deputy in the Drew County Clerk’s office for the past year. Prior to that, she served as editor of the Advance-Monticellonian for 14 years.
Frozen Pipes? Water Damage? Call Carpet Medics Restoration Svcs.
January 9th, 2014 by iPhone
If your pipes have frozen and burst causing water damage in your home or business, call Carpet Medics Restoration Svcs. at 367-1911.
Stabbing & Unusual Assault, Lead to $200,000 Bond
January 8th, 2014 by Joe Burgess
A Monticello man was stabbed multiple times, and assaulted with many different household “weapons” Friday night (including a beer can, a boot, and a space heater,) after he tried to separate the suspect and the girlfriend that he as allegedly fighting with.
Recent Residential Burglaries Reported
January 8th, 2014 by iPhone
Recent Monticello Police Department reports include 2 residential burglaries, since New Year’s Eve.
Carpet Medics, Over 20 Years Experience In Tile And Grout Cleaning
January 8th, 2014 by Submitted
Duck Hunters Survive Overturned Boat in 10° Drew County Waters
January 8th, 2014 by iPhone
2 duck hunters and their retriever dog survived their boat overturning at 6:30 Tuesday morning, in the 10° chilling waters of Tillar Break, near HWY 278 East.
Happy 18th Birthday
January 8th, 2014 by Submitted
Happy 18th Birthday!
We are so proud of the wonderful young man you have become!
Love, Mom and Randy.
2 School Buses Collide on 425 North – Update
January 7th, 2014 by iPhone
Just before 7:30 Tuesday morning, 2 school buses collided at the intersection of HWYs 35 and 425, north of Monticello.
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