The Drew County Extension Homemakers Council is a dedicated service organization that began over 80 years ago in Drew County with local clubs who met in many communities throughout the county. Today there are 9 Extension Homemakers Clubs in the county, but in 1956 there were actually 23 active county clubs educating and serving the citizenry.
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Friday Wreck Sends 2 to Hospital
June 9th, 2012 by
Around 3 pm, Friday afternoon, a Mercury Grand Marquis and a Jeep Cherokee were involved in a severe automobile crash on HWY 425 North, at Rose Hill Cut-Off.
Two occupants of the Jeep were transported to DMH by MASI.
The Drew County Sheriff’s Dept. worked the scene and traffic, which was cut down to 2 lanes.
Reliable Wrecker and Dan’s Towing removed the vehicles.
Man Arrested For Stealing Wallet From Gas Station
June 9th, 2012 byDrew Central Board Member Resigns, New Member Appointed
June 8th, 2012 byA Drew Central school member’s resignation became effective, Thursday night, and a replacement was appointed to fill the unexpired term.
MFD Responds to Fire at Recycling Center
June 7th, 2012 by
Around 8:15, this morning, the Monticello Fire Dept. responded to the report of a fire on the yard of the recycling center, on East Jackson Street, at the old Burlington mill.
The blaze seems to have been limited to a storage area on the old parking lot.
Moving Company Now Serving Monticello Area
June 7th, 2012 by
Happy 5th Birthday
June 6th, 2012 by
Kaylee Ross celebrates her 5th Birthday Wednesday, June 6, 2012. She is the daughter of Niki Kelly Ross and the late Robert Ross, the little sister of Skylar Ross, and the granddaughter of Bobbie Ross, Tim and Virginia Kelly.
Happy Birthday Kaylee!! We love you! Love Grandma Bobbie and Aunt Louise (Weezie).
CashboX to Perform During Nashville’s Country Music Assn. Festival
June 6th, 2012 by
CashboX has been invited to headline at BB King’s Blues Club in downtown Nashville during the CMA Festival on Friday, June 8th!
Bank Donation Fund Set Up for 4th Grader Seriously Injured in Boating Accident
June 6th, 2012 by
Bekka McIlvoy, who was critically injured in the boating accident in Pine Bluff, recently, is 9 years old and attends Drew Central Elementary School.
A donation fund has been set up in her name to help her family with medical and travel expenes. It is at Union Bank and Trust under the name “Bekka’s Donation Fund”.
The Family wants to thank everyone for the prayers, thoughts, phone calls during this very difficult time.
UAM To Host Freshman Pre-Registration Sessions June 18-19 and New Transfer Pre-Registration on June 20
June 6th, 2012 byThe University of Arkansas at Monticello will hold two pre-registration sessions for incoming freshmen June 18 and 19, according to Mary Whiting, director of admissions.
The June 18 session begins at 12:30 p.m., in the Fine Arts Center, and the June 19 event begins at 5:30 p.m., in the Fine Arts Center. Only students who have applied for admission and have received mail notification may pre-register on those dates. Letters of invitation were sent to each student with a request for a reply.
Storm Photos
June 5th, 2012 by
Storm Clouds reaching down.
Tree Fell on House and Truck on Speer Street
Water on Roadways
HWY 425, after the storm
1st Friday Fun & Singing on the Square
June 3rd, 2012 by
Friday brought with it great weather, and the monthly “Singing on the Square” sponsored by local businesses.
Again this month, local musicians provided live entertainment, country style, while visitors, shoppers, family and friends looked on.
This is planned to continued the first Friday of each month, so mark you calendars for Singing on the Square,.
Photo provided by Diana Harton.
Barkada Fire Dept. Hosts Ice Cream Social
June 3rd, 2012 by
The Barkada Community Volunteer Fire Dept. hosted an ice cream social, Saturday, along with desserts, and tours of the fire station.
An update on the status of the Barkada Fire Dept. was appreciated by the approximately 40 in attendance, and board members and guests were introduced.
A few political comments closed out the evening, which seemed to be enjoyed by all.
No One Injured in Roll-Over Wreck
June 2nd, 2012 by
Thursday, just before noon, the driver of this Chevy truck lost control of the vehicle, on HWY 35 West.
The vehicle struck a mailbox, before rolling onto it’s roof.
Neither the driver or the passenger were injured in the accident.
Arkansas State Police, Drew County Sheriff’s Deputies, and MASI responded.
Winchester Celebrates 100th Birthday, Gets Land for Park as a Birthday Present
June 2nd, 2012 by
Saturday, the city of Winchester celebrated 100 years as an established city.
Shown here are Chief Deputy Robin Hood, State Representative Sheilla Lampkin, County Judge Damon Lampkin, former Mayor Merle Jackson, Miss Ruth Peacock, and Lary Zeno.
Miss Peacock celebrated her 103rd birthday during the event.
Winchester native Lary Zeno, whose dad ran a “general store” on HWY 138 near Old Hwy 65 and the railroad, took the birthday celebration to announce that He was donating the land where the celebration was being held to the city of Winchester for use as a park.
Monthly Auctions Start Saturday, Consignments Welcome
June 2nd, 2012 by
Child Drowning in Lake Monticello – Afternoon Update
May 31st, 2012 by
More details about the drowning death of a 6 year-old Wilmar boy in Lake Monticello, Wednesdayhave become available. Read the rest of this entry »
UAM Scholarships To Two EAST Students
May 31st, 2012 by
Tyler Harrison and Parker Palsa
Two 2012 high school graduates have been selected to receive Environmental and Spatial Technology (EAST) scholarships to attend the University of Arkansas at Monticello next fall.
The recipients are Parker Palsa, a graduate of Monticello High School and the daughter of Eddie and Tommie Palsa; and Tyler Harrison, a graduate of Star City High School and the son of Brenda Harrison.
Did Anyone See………
May 31st, 2012 by
This blue Toyota Highlander was hit while parked in the Ameca parking lot around noon, Wednesday.
Red paint appears to have been transfered from the vehicle that left the scene (may have been pulling a trailer).
If you have information, please contact the Monticello Police at 367-3411.
Attempted Captial Murder Youth Trio Appear in Court – 1 Mental Evaluation – 1 Bond Reduction Request
May 30th, 2012 by
Tuesday, in the Drew County Circuit Court, the 3 juveniles, charged as adults for the attempted capital murder of a local man, and the theft of his truck and gun, all appeared before Circuit Judge Sam Pope.
Shotgun Robbery at Victim’s Home Reported to MPD
May 30th, 2012 by
Two black males carrying shotguns assaulted a middle-aged man at his residence, as he got out of his truck, recently.
Fuller Lawn & Garden – The Colors of Spring
May 30th, 2012 by
More Info Released on Fatal Car Crash on HWY 278
May 29th, 2012 by
SalineRiverChronicle.com reports that Warren Police and the Bradley County Sheriff’s Department had been collaborating to solve a series of burglaries and thefts over a two week period. Some of the stolen items were recovered. The items had been sold. Law enforcement had gained information which caused them to develop a convicted felon from Monticello, as a suspect in the burglaries.
Memorial Day Service – Photos
May 29th, 2012 by
Triple Happy Birthday
May 29th, 2012 by
Triple the fun!
Happy 3rd Birthday Reagan, Rihanna and Ryan.
We Love You! Comanda (mom) and Camille (aunt)
250+ attend Memorial Day Service to Pay Respects – Videos
May 28th, 2012 by
Veterans Present Awards to First Responders
May 28th, 2012 byThe local veteran’s organizations, as part of their annual Memorial Day program, recognized 4 local first responders for the service to Monticello and Drew County.
Officer of the Year awards were presented to Billy Barnett of the Monticello Fire Dept., Matt Outlaw of the Arkansas State Police, and Danny Chisom of the Monticello Police Dept. Ben Michel of the Drew County Sheriff’s office was also honored, Ben’s plaque was accepted by Chief Deputy Robin Hood.
Special Memorial Day Series – 5 Tributes to Local Patriots
May 28th, 2012 byDrew County has recently lost two more of its members from that generation of soldiers known as the “greatest generation”, because of their sacrifice during the WWII years.
Since today is Memorial Day, we will show respect and pay tribute to five great Americans and Monticellonians, as we reflect on my interviews with them for the Veterans Oral History Project when I asked them to share with me memories of their WWII service.
Memorial Day Tribute – Olen Cockrell
May 28th, 2012 byIt takes many support people to operate an Army – or a Navy. This story tells about one man who filled a special need in the service of his country while readying the seamen to fulfill their duties.
David Olen Cockrell was drafted and entered the US Navy on June 3, 1943. He recalled that he may have decided to enter the Navy because he had had a favored cousin, Oscar Miles, who had died on the USS Arizona when the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
Memorial Day Tribute – Charles Jackson
May 28th, 2012 byThis information was shared during interviews as part of the Veterans’ Oral History Project through the Library of Congress.
Charles Jackson’s military service began when he graduated from Henderson State Teachers College in 1942 and was invited by a group of naval officials visiting the graduates to enlist in a naval officer’s training program. He began this program in the fall at Northwestern University in Chicago and received his commission as a lieutenant in the spring of 1943.
Memorial Day Tribute – Dr. Roy Grizzell
May 28th, 2012 byLet’s remember the very secret WWII mission of the late Dr. Roy Grizzell.
Dr. Roy Grizzell had a long and varied career in the military that began before WWII started. In the winter of 1940 he was sent to Fort Bragg, N.C. as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Infantry. He was assigned as Range Officer and Supply Officer on the post, thus beginning his career with the Military Police.
Memorial Day Tribute – T. Robie Scott
May 28th, 2012 byI couldn’t possibly have a Memorial Day tribute without mentioning my dear friend, T. Robie Scott. I didn’t have the pleasure of his personal acquaintance for long, but I consider our friendship a highlight and miss his counsel and support. He was an intensely strong-willed patriot, a devoted family man and a fervent supporter of our country. Robie Scott was one of a kind – the kind America needs more of today.
Drew County “Most Wanted” Arrested in Florida
May 28th, 2012 by
According to Sheriff Mark Gober, a subject on the Drew County Sheriff’s Department Most Wanted list was arrested in Jacksonville, Florida on a warrant for a parole violation out of Drew County.
Information Sought on Two Break-Ins by DCSO
May 26th, 2012 byTurtle Creek Apt. Fire
May 26th, 2012 by
Friday afternoon around 5 o’clock the Monticello Fire Dept. responded to Turtle Creek Apartments on N. Slemmons St. to the report of an apt. fire on the bottom level.
The blaze seems to have been started by something on the stove, and fire damage was confimed to the kitchen area.
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