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Wrecked Wrecker

November 20th, 2014 by

Shortly after 10 PM, Wednesday night, the driver of this rollback-wrecker lost control of his vehicle, in the east turn of Highway 278 in Wilmar.

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Budget Committee – Crippling Side-effects of Water Project Bond Issue

November 20th, 2014 by

The City Council Budget Committee, composed of Al Peer, Joe Meeks, Claudia Hartness and Tim Chase, met with Vicki Tiner, City Financial Director, and members of her department, to discuss the City’s 2015 budget, and to review some issues with the 2014 budget.

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6 DC Students Attend FFA National Convention in Louisville, KY

November 20th, 2014 by

Six Drew Central student FFA members who attended the FFA National Convention in Louisville, Kentucky from October 29 – November 1, addressed the Drew Central School Board at their meeting Thursday evening, November 13.

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Bridge Club Winners

November 20th, 2014 by

Winners at the Town and Gown Duplicate Bridge Club on Monday, November 17 were:

1st place Sandra Lloyd and Jean Palsa

2nd place Charles Dolberry and Gene Gulledge

3rd place Charlotte McKiever and Kaye Koen

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City Owes $100,000+ to Retirement System for Overtime Error, for 2002–2013

November 19th, 2014 by

Members of the Monticello City Council Budget Committee met Tuesday evening, to consider budget requests from the various city departments for the upcoming year, and to discuss the overall state of the City Budget going in to 2015.

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Mayor-Elect Zack Tucker Discusses City Staff

November 19th, 2014 by

Mayor-elect Zack Tucker will be taking office in approximately 6 weeks.

MLive spoke to Tucker about his leadership panel, such as police & fire chiefs, and dept. heads.

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Scissortail’s Arts & Crafts – Now Open on South Main

November 19th, 2014 by

Scissortails Native American Arts & Crafts is now open at 114 North Main Street, next to Cockrells Shoes.

The owner, Steve Morales, features a rotating stock of a wide range of authentic, handmade products, ranging from blankets and rugs, to arts & Crafts.

Come by a check out astonishing array of colorful items, just in time for gift giving.

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Lung Cancer – 1-800-QUIT-NOW

November 19th, 2014 by

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DMH Plans Annual Community Coat Drive

November 19th, 2014 by

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DWI 4 Driver Gets 2 Year Sentence

November 18th, 2014 by

A 44-year-old Monticello man accepted a plea bargain, Monday, to serve a two-year sentence in CCC for his fourth DWI offense in the past five years.
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Fraud Attempt Reported

November 18th, 2014 by

Around 8:30, Monday evening, a local business owner reported receiving a phone call from an in-state phone number claiming that the business owed a past due electric bill.

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Quorum Court Budget Meeting

November 17th, 2014 by

Budget meeting was scheduled for 6 PM.
Quorum Court is scheduled for 7 PM

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Staff Sergeant Joseph Bivens Visits Discover Children’s Center On Veteran’s Day

November 16th, 2014 by

Discovery Children’s Center would like to say a big THANK YOU to Staff Sergeant Joseph Bivens for stopping by and reading to us for Veteran’s Day.

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Discovery Skills Center Volunteer To Support Boots & Badges

November 16th, 2014 by

Some of the consumers from the Discovery Skills Center volunteered some of their time recently to support Boots & Badges for Special Olympics.

Boots & Badges is a Special Olympic fundraiser led by Local law enforcement and firefighters.

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Drew Central Choir Booster Club Basket Winners

November 15th, 2014 by

Drew Central High School Choir Boosters announce the Themed Basket Winners.
Congratulations to the winners of our basket drawing:

Rebecca Groeteke – Ladies Night Out.
Ashley Wright – Music.
Chris Booker – Tailgate Basket.

Untitled-1 copy Ladies’ Night Out Basket Value: $252

Untitled-2 copy Music Basket Value: $ 500

Untitled-3 copy Tailgate Basket Value: $85

Untitled-4 copy Hunting Basket Value: $150
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Mini-Miracle March by Head of the Class

November 14th, 2014 by

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“Moonshine” Now Open on HWY 425 North

November 14th, 2014 by

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Happy Birthday

November 14th, 2014 by

Wishing Tyreke Haynes a Happy and Blessed 4th Birthday!

From his mom, dad, grandmother Sheila, and little brother MJ

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Hartness Law Firm Moves to West Gaines

November 13th, 2014 by

Attorney Sara M. Hartness, who was recently elected as district judge, has moved her office to 534 West Gaines, between Griffin Heat & Air and Paint and Lighting Plus.

The office’s contact info remains the same,; phone number is 367-8304.

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Gibson & Keith add Curry to Firm

November 13th, 2014 by

Mr. Lee Douglas Curry has joined the law firm of Gibson & Keith as an Associate Attorney.

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Family Dollar Opening Expected around January

November 13th, 2014 by

Local folks have been watching the construction of Family Dollar, a nationwide retail chain, and the ongoing construction of their new facility, near the 425/278 intersection, for several month.

One of this week’s projects is caulking between the concrete parking lot sections.

The latest estimate is that new store will be open for business around the first of 2015.

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Stylist Crystal Amos Joins Salon Hello Beautiful

November 13th, 2014 by

Salon Hello Beautiful welcomes stylist Crystol Amos to our staff.

Call 460-5322 to schedule appintments, or stop by our salon at 606 West Bolling.

Salon Hello Beautiful offers a full range of hair care service, among other conveniences.

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3 Cars & Big Rig Collide on 278 E.

November 12th, 2014 by

Tuesday afternoon, shortly before 1 o’clock, a 4 vehicle accident occurred on highway 278 East, approximately 5 miles out of Monticello.
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Adair Crowned Miss Buck Fever

November 12th, 2014 by

Caroline Adair was crowned 2014 Miss Buck Fever at this Saturday during the annual Buck Fever Festival in Banks.

Caroline is the 16 year old daughter of Dale & Misty Jones and William Adair of Monticello.

She was crowned by Kelsey Windham, pictured left, 2013 Miss Buck Fever.

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Ryburn Automotive Superstore Names “Salesman of the Month”

November 12th, 2014 by

Congratulations to David Atwell, the Ryburn Automotive Salesman of the month for October.

Stop by Ryburns and see one of our friendly sales staff members for that new or like-new vehicle you’ve been wanting.

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Happy Birthday

November 12th, 2014 by

Happy 10th Birthday, Meygan Elizabeth.

We hope that you have a fabulous day!

Love, Dad, Mom and Bethanee

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Veterans Day Program at County Counthouse – Video

November 11th, 2014 by

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Now Open, Scissortail’s Trading Post

November 11th, 2014 by

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Marie Finishes Mid South Half Marathon

November 11th, 2014 by

Marie not only finished the half marathon. She was first in her age group.

She had a great time. And all I can say is I’m proud of her. Great job!!!!

David Rodela

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The Hacketts at Fall Festival – Videos

November 9th, 2014 by

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Festival Photos

November 8th, 2014 by

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Gibson’s Latest Letter to Siemens, “State Police Polygraphs,” Warranties, & Potential Lawsuit

November 7th, 2014 by

Attorney Cliff Gibson wrote a response letter to Siemens, in response to their recent reply to his last letter, in reference to the manyquestion about a wide range of issues and legaalites in the city’s water project, being contracted with their company.

Here is a summary of Gibson’s letter. (The unedited letter, along with the response letter from Siemens are posted in PDF form, below)
Letter to Siemens Legal Counsel

Response Letter from Siemens’ Legal Counsel

Dear Mr. Shamash: (attorney for Siemens)
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