Stories from Saturday, May 25, 2013

I am writing this letter about a public health issue that exists on Main Street. The original First National Bank building, at 120 W. Main St., has been vacant now for approximately 20 years. The current owner has no incentive to repair it. The current owner placed black plastic over all the windows and doors so no one can see inside. ...

Recent reports from the Blytheville Police Department:

Juan Leonardo Adams, 14, of Leachville, died Thursday, May 23, 2013, from injuries received in an ATV accident near Leachville.

Mississippi County Community Foundation (MCCF) recently awarded more than $23,000 to 21 local nonprofit organizations through Giving Tree grants.

Thursday's community meeting -- held in response to the May 18 shooting of a local man by a Blytheville Police officer -- gave concerned citizens an opportunity to participate in a question-and-answer segment with a group designated to represent the city's best interests.