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Sunday’s World Series Games

August 9th, 2015 by

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World Series – Saturday Schedule & Opening Ceremonies VIDEO

August 8th, 2015 by

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World Series Banquet & Introduction of Teams – Video

August 8th, 2015 by

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Recent Wreck

August 7th, 2015 by

The driver of this older model Dodge pick up truck the skate injury, last Friday afternoon, on state school road.

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Final Tribute to a Fallen Firefighter

August 7th, 2015 by

Steve Brantley, a former fireman for the Monticello Fire Dept. for 18 years, passed away earlier this week.

As a tribute of his service to the community, multiple firetrucks, including the two shown here, were a part of his funeral procession.

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Proposed Convention Center Update Presented to MEDC

August 6th, 2015 by

Former UAM Chencellor Jack Lassiter updated the group on the status of the proposed convention center.

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SeaArk Boats Now Hiring A Urethane Painter

August 6th, 2015 by

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MEDC Director’s Report – Video

August 6th, 2015 by

Zilka will be in Monticello, nex week, preparing for the upcoming construction of their new Facility at the Industrial Complex.

Mayor’s Report to MEDC – Video

August 6th, 2015 by

Mayor Zack Tucker summarozes the recent alchohol time service changes, approved at the last City Council meeting, and upcoming events to the MEDC board and guests.

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DMH Report to MEDC – Video

August 6th, 2015 by

DMH CEO Scott Barrilleaux give a more detailed report about the upcoming hospital expansion.

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DMH CEO on Arkansas Business Cover, Discussing Private Options’ Effect on DMH-Video

August 5th, 2015 by

DMH’s Scott Barrilleaux is on the front cover of this weeks Arkansas Business magazine, following an interview on the issue of private options affect on local hospitals’ operating budgets.

MonticelloLive interview Barrilleaux, Tuesday morning, where he summarized his interview with AB, and explained in layman’s terms
what “private option” is, and how it works.

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Congressman Bruce Westerman Meets with 30 Local Residents at UAM, Answers Questions – Video

August 5th, 2015 by

The event was held at the UAM Library, and was sponsored by the Chamber of Comerce.

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SeaArk Career Opportunities

August 5th, 2015 by

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AG&F Captures Alligator in Drew County – Video

August 5th, 2015 by

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Armed Robbery at (the other) EZ-Mart

August 4th, 2015 by

Just after 3:30, Tuesday morning, 3 unidentified, hooded black males robbed the E-Mart convenience store on Hyatt Street.

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Monticello & Warren to “Share” Full-Time District Judge, After Current Term

August 3rd, 2015 by

There will be major changes in Drew and Bradley County District Courts, beginning in 2017, including the elimination of a local judge.

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Monday Update – Fatal Plane Crash in Ashley County, Saturday

August 3rd, 2015 by

The pilot of a small plane lost his life, Saturday morning, at the scene of his single engine plane’s crash, in an Ashley County field.

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Happy 21st Birthday

August 3rd, 2015 by

21 years ago today, I had my last child, a baby girl.

I am so proud of the woman you are. I love you much Sarah!

If you know this young lady and see her today, wish her a Happy Birthday!

You are “grown” but you will always be my baby!

Mom

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MHS Madrigals Entertain Residents at Grand Manor – Video

August 3rd, 2015 by

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MEDC Report to City Council – Video

August 3rd, 2015 by

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HWY 82, East of Hamburg Lane Closure Planned

August 3rd, 2015 by

AHTD Improvements to Highway 82 will require lane closures in Ashley County, according to AHTD officials.

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Bridge Club Winners

August 3rd, 2015 by

Winners at the Town and Gown Duplicate Bridge Club on Monday, July 27 were:

1st place Sandra Lloyd and Jean Palsa
2nd place Joy and Fritz Hudson
3rd place Luellen Jones and Marvin Fawley

The Club was proud to have Phyllis Huckaby and Addie Lynde as guests for the evening.

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LawnMower Go-Kart Race – Video

August 1st, 2015 by

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Armed Robbery at Midnight

July 31st, 2015 by

Minutes before midnight, Thursday night, Monticello Police dispatch received a 911 call reporting an armed robbery at the EZ Mart on Highway 425 South.

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MFD Fire Dept. Rope Rescue Training – Video

July 30th, 2015 by

Due to technical difficulties, the narration of the video did not sustain its quality through production.

The excercie was planned to train Monticello Fire Dept. personell to perform “rope rescues” for trapped fictims, whether it be from outside a building, or inside of an industrial site.

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New Assistant to Mayor Announced

July 29th, 2015 by

Nick Provencher, former instructor of Political Science at the UAMonticello, has been hired as Assistant to the Mayor for the City of Monticello.

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Water & Trash Rates Discussed for Home-Businesses & Multi-Unit Offices

July 29th, 2015 by

A well-needed, somewhat-heated discussion developed, Tuesday night, from a boring topic, dealing with water meter deposits for multi-unit complexes.

The long-time question of home/businesses getting commercial bills was brought up by councilman Joe Meeds, and will get studied and clarified in the near future.

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