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Bridge Construction to cause closure of Highway 148 near Burdette
(Local News ~ 11/23/22)
Beginning at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 28, crews will close Highway 148 between Interstate 55 and Highway 181 for bridge construction. A detour route using I-55 and Highway 158 through Victoria and Highway 181 will be signed and available. This section of Highway 148 will remain closed through January 2023, weather permitting...
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Mayberry will not pursue injunction
(Local News ~ 11/23/22)
By Marcus McClain NEA Town Courier Mayoral candidate John Mayberry informed the Courier on Nov. 21 he will not pursue an injunction concerning the general election certification. On Saturday Nov. 19, Mayberry announced his desire to pursue the case at the county election center following the recount on Nov. 16. However, after discussing the case with his legal team, he has decided otherwise...
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Blytheville School Board seeks Zone 2 member
(Local News ~ 11/23/22)
By MARCUS McCLAIN NEA Town Courier The Blytheville School Board is continuing to field letters of interest for a board vacancy in Zone 2. Citizens eager to fill the position can submit their letter to the Superintendent Veronica Perkins, Blytheville Public Schools, P.O. Box 1169, Blytheville, Arkansas 72316. Submissions will be accepted through Nov. 28...
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Thanksgiving traditions are important at the Minton home
(Local News ~ 11/23/22)
By REVIS BLAYLOCK NEA Town Courier Family, food and giving thanks is the Thanksgiving tradition at the Minton’s country home located at Milligan Ridge. Milligan Ridge, a farming community, is located south of Manila. The Minton family has lived in the area for several generations...