-
Participation is the key to a successful county fair
(Column ~ 08/23/11)
While you are reading this on Tuesday, I am actually writing it on Sunday, one day before I will find out what, if anything, I will have to enter in the exhibits at this year's Mississippi County Fair.
-
Blytheville Police reports -- 8-22-11
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
Recent reports from the Blytheville Police Department:
-
Dennis H. Williams Sr.
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Mr. Dennis H. Williams Sr., 78, of New Albany, Miss., died Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, Miss.
-
Louie Ray Wadley
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Mr. Louie Ray Wadley, 85, of Manila, died Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011, at his home.
-
Ila B. McMullin
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Mrs. Ila B. McMullin, 86, of Jackson, Miss., a former resident of Blytheville, passed from this life Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011, at St. Dominick's Hospital in Jackson.
-
Pauline Russell LaFarlette
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Mrs. Pauline Russell LaFarlette, 80, of Gosnell, passed from this life Sunday, Aug. 21, 2011, at Great River Medical Center in Blytheville.
-
Great pumpkin
(Business ~ 08/23/11)
Luke Dixon grew this 115-pound pumpkin from Atlantic dill pumpkin variety with a lot of water and fertilizer. Luke, 14, lives east of Dell and is the son of Perry Dixon Jr. and Kerrie Dixon
-
Johnstons marking 50th anniversary
(Anniversary ~ 08/23/11)
Mr. and Mrs. Bob Johnston of Luxora are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary, and their family is inviting all their friends to join them in the celebration by attending a drop-in held in their honor.
-
Legendary night at Ritz
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
The Legendary Drifters were at the Ritz Civic Center Saturday night.
-
Suspect in Caruthersville cop killing in court
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
The next scheduled court appearance for the man accused of killing Caruthersville Police Officer Evan Burns is scheduled for Monday, when a preliminary hearing date will be set.
-
Blytheville teachers to receive bonus
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
Teachers in the Blytheville School District will be receiving a bonus in September in appreciation for all of their hard work, according to Superintendent Richard Atwill.
-
BPD ready for County Fair
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
Local law enforcement is organizing its efforts to begin security work at the 2011 Mississippi County Fair, which will be held tonight through Saturday at the Mississippi County Fairgrounds at Walker Park
-
Spencer Ray Carter
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Mr. Spencer Ray Carter, Jr., 53, of Jonesboro, Ark., died Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011 at St. Bernards Medical Center after a brave battle with cancer. Mr. Carter was born Oct. 24, 1957 in Jonesboro to Spencer and Audrey Carter. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends...
-
Michael Ray Fox
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Michael Ray Fox, 27, of Paragould passed away Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011. He was born May 26, 1984, in Blytheville, Ark., to Mitchell and Christina Atchley. Michael loved music, singing and dancing with his daughter...
-
Louie Ray Wadley
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Mr. Louie Ray Wadley, 85, of Manila died Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011, at his home. Born in Alicia, Ark., Mr. Wadley was the son of the late Joe "Huck" and Bertha Mae Williams Wadley and had been a lifelong Manila resident. ...
-
Lonnie Hopkins Wright
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Mr. Lonnie Hopkins Wright, 87, of Manila, passed from this life Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011, at his home. Born at Manila, he was the son of the late R.T. and Clara Belle Crews Wright and was a lifelong Manila resident. He was retired from Brown Shoe Company and was a member of the Manila First Baptist Church. Mr. Wright was a Navy veteran of World War II and was a member of the American Legion...
-
Albert H. Doutt
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Mr. Albert H. Doutt, II, 66, of Osceola, Ark., died Thursday, Aug, 18, 2011, at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro, Ark. Mr. Doutt was born Dec. 21, 1944 to the late Albert H. Doutt, Sr. and Beneta Marletta Vanoram Doutt. He was a member of the Bethel Church of the Lord Jesus Christ and retired from Wesson Farms...
-
Roddy twins lead Lady Mustang golfers to four victories
(High School Sports ~ 08/23/11)
Buffalo Island Central's lady golfers are off to a fast start this season, behind the strong play of twin sisters Sarah and Lauren Roddy. The Roddy twins have taken turns capturing medalist honors in most of BIC's early season matches...
-
Past abuses of three WMAs lead to change in practice
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
LITTLE ROCK -- Historically, sportsmen have been able to access and manipulate three Northeast Arkansas wildlife management areas prior to waterfowl season. That practice will no longer be allowed on Big Lake, St. Francis Sunken Lands and Dave Donaldson Black River WMAs and has never been allowed on any other state WMA...
-
Manila Council discusses pool, hangar update
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
Manila City Council worked through a short agenda on Monday evening, Aug. 15, discussing swimming pool plans, airport hangar improvements and a new shop building. All council members were present. They are Larry "Whiz" Davis, Linda Donovan, Donnie Wagner, Tony Hawkins, Jason Baltimore, and Dale Murphy...
-
Monette Council fills vacancy, accepts resignation
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
Monette City Council accepted the resignation of Ward 1 Alderman Perry Wood at the Monday, Aug. 15, meeting. Wood cited personal reasons for his resignation. This leaves two councilmen seats open for appointment since Billy Watson resigned last month...
-
Golf tournament benefits Baby Basics of NEA
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
The first annual Baby Basics of NEA Golf Scramble was held Friday, Aug. 12, at the Big Lake Country Club in Manila. Nineteen three-man teams participated and everyone enjoyed the scramble. Members of the winning team included Todd Edwards, Nick Williams, and Chet Crook...
-
Miss. Co. Farm Bureau to host annual meeting
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
Mississippi County Farm Bureau will host its annual meeting Monday, Aug. 29, starting at 6 p.m. at Arkansas Northeastern College, Burdette. Benton Felts of Joiner, president, said the annual event will feature food, entertainment, door prizes, a speaker and business. Bobby Skeen, National Cotton Board, will be the featured speaker. Skeen is a "story teller" similar to the late Jerry Clower...
-
Danna Deaton, APN, returns to Wagner Medical Clinic
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
Danna Deaton, APN, rejoined the staff at Wagner Medical Clinic last week and is happy to be back. Deaton was part of the original staff when the clinic opened in Manila in 2005. She said she has been blessed to work part-time for the last few years...
-
Monette yard of the month recognized
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
The home of Dixie Bradford Bennett, 20061 Highway 18 East, Monette, has been chosen as the Yard of the Month for August. Monette City Beautification Committee member Ernestine Ray presented Mrs. Bennett with a framed certificate which read, "The home of Dixie Bennett has been recognized as having the most beautifully landscaped and manicured yard in the entire Monette community for the month of August 2011." Barbara Suber placed the YOM sign in the front yard to signify the honor. ...
-
Adams' Estate Garden Tour set
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
The Adams Estate Garden Tour will be held Labor Day Weekend from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 4; and 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 5. The tour will benefit Baby Basics of NEA. Admission to the tour is a package of diapers...
-
Dell Power Plant donates to MMS project
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
Students of Janet Metheny and Tammi Scott will know exactly where they are going as they learn and enjoy using the new GPS (Global Positioning System) in several classes. The two Manila middle school teachers attended a workshop learning how the GPS system can be used in different classes...
-
Helping hands
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
Some of the Community Involvement Team of Southworth Products including Shelly Barley, Dianah Rowan, Josh McCullough and Jacob Walker and volunteers, Tyler Barley, Douglas Callender, Jean and Abigail Croom, Misty Martin, Kenny Rowan, and Robert and Lisa Smith, filled 100 backpacks Saturday, Aug. ...
-
Davis turns 95
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
Fred Davis turned 95 Monday, Aug. 15, sharing the day with his fellow residents at Lakeside Nursing Center, the staff and his friend, State Representative Homer Lenderman. Davis and Lenderman share the Aug. 15 birth date. Even though Davis was born 40 years before Lenderman, the two became instant friends when they met several years ago...
-
Manila veteran book still underway
(Local News ~ 08/23/11)
A book honoring Manila veterans is still underway. Donna Jackson, local historian, has been gathering information and pictures from veterans and family members of veterans to be compiled in the book...
-
Elizabeth Bollinger
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Elizabeth Bollinger, 78, of Manila, died Monday, Aug. 22, 2011, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. Born at Blytheville, she was the daughter of the late Clyde John and Guy Eula Pillow Lutes and was a 1952 graduate of Blytheville High School. ...
-
Stillman Lee Bonner Sr.
(Obituary ~ 08/23/11)
Mr. Stillman Lee Bonner Sr., 76, of Blytheville, died Friday, Aug. 19, 2011, at Great River Medical Center in Blytheville.
Stories from Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Browse other days