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Southworth, Inc. gives helping hand to the Lions Goodfellows
(Local News ~ 12/28/12)
Several staff members of Southworth, Inc. in Manila were guests of the Lions Club Wednesday as they made a special presentation on behalf of the employees. Shelly Barley, HR manager; Sheila Collier, assistant HR manager; Regina Meacham, Jean Croom, and Misty Martin represented Southworth in presenting $1,938 in toys and gifts to be distributed in the Goodfellow boxes...
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Diplomas are presented to 1,400 students during Arkansas State's 2012 fall commencement ceremonies
(Local News ~ 12/28/12)
JONESBORO -- Students from 39 states and eight countries graduated from Arkansas State University during fall graduation ceremonies held Dec. 15 at the Convocation Center. Chancellor Tim Hudson conferred diplomas to graduates from ASU's 11 colleges during a morning and afternoon ceremony. Arkansas State Representative Homer Lenderman delivered the address to almost 1,400 graduates...
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Chickasawba Lodge 134 installs officers
(Local News ~ 12/28/12)
The Chickasawba Masonic Lodge 134 held a dinner and installation of officers on Thursday evening. Wally Thomas presided over the installation ceremony. Bobby Trump, outgoing worshipful master, thanked everyone and called it an honor to serve...
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Blytheville Police reports -- 12-28-12
(Local News ~ 12/28/12)
Recent reports from the Blytheville Police Department:
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Randy Nimmo
(Obituary ~ 12/28/12)
Mr. Randy Nimmo, 57, of Blytheville, passed from this life Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012, at his home.
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Ervin Johnson
(Obituary ~ 12/28/12)
Mr. Ervin Johnson, 82, of Blytheville passed from this life Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012, at his home.
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New councilmen to be sworn in Tuesday
(Local News ~ 12/28/12)
The new members of the Blytheville City Council will join re-elected or newly elected county officials for a New Year's swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday, Jan. 1.
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Power up and running in Blytheville area
(Local News ~ 12/28/12)
After a productive day on Thursday, all power outages in Blytheville have been restored, according to Russell Harris of Entergy Arkansas.
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Gosnell police chief Trump fired
(Local News ~ 12/28/12)
As of this morning (Friday), Gosnell Police Chief Bobby Trump has been terminated from his position.
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Former Sen. Steve Bryles dies at age 55
(Local News ~ 12/28/12)
Former Arkansas State Sen. Steve Bryles passed away early Friday morning, ending his battle with esophageal cancer.
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Bus station a great venue for gatherings
(Letter to the Editor ~ 12/28/12)
I wanted to let the citizens of the Blytheville/Gosnell Area know what a wonderful venue the Greyhound Bus Station is for parties. I, along with my fellow teacher, Jennifer Harrison, scheduled our party at this location. The station was decorated for the season and the students had a wonderful time...
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Annual toy drive called a success
(Letter to the Editor ~ 12/28/12)
Farmers Bank & Trust would like to take this opportunity to thank all our loyal customers (and employees) who made donations this year to our annual toy drive for children here in Mississippi County. A special thank you goes out to The Democratic Group of Mississippi County, PEO Chapter, Dale at The Computer Terminal for his donation of toys and help all during the year with monetary donations, Danny Moore, and all our customers and employees who helped make this year another successful year...
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Christmas turned into a long holiday this year
(Column ~ 12/28/12)
In years gone by, Christmas has often been an occasion for a day off with all spare time leading up to the actual day used up on Christmas shopping and other pre-holiday necessities.
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Jesse Smith
(Obituary ~ 12/28/12)
Jesse Smith, 72, of Blytheville passed away Thursday evening, Dec. 27, 2012, at his home, surrounded by his loving wife and family.
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Chicks fall to host Wynne in tourney
(High School Sports ~ 12/28/12)
WYNNE -- The Blytheville Chickasaws opened the 2012 Wynne Holiday Classic with a 64-51 loss to the host team and 5A-East rival Wynne Yellowjackets, Thursday night. The Yellowjackets used a 21-3 run over a period and a half to build up a double digit advantage over the Chicks en route to the victory...
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