Stories from Saturday, December 16, 2023

The Mississippi County Library sponsored the 2023 Lights of the Delta art contest and announced the winners. CottonGail Crigger (right), Armorel Elementary, kindergarten student won in the younger division. In the older division, Andrea Guyton (left), Gosnell Elementary, sixth grade student, was the winner. Their works will be turned into new light displays next year at the Lights of the Delta...

James Phelps was recently named the Blytheville “Firefighter of the Year” for 2023. A driver, Phelps also received his pin for five years of service to the BFD. Also receiving pins for service were drivers Kyle Hinson, 15 years; Sam Bourland, 10 years; and Dwight Griffin, five years. (Courtesy Photos)...

Members of the Arkansas Northeastern College Board of Trustees met Wednesday, Dec. 13 for their last meeting of the year. Director for Human Resources Tabatha Hampton addressed the board regarding a new wellness program for employees. The Board approved the voluntary Wellton Program for full-time employees. ...

The fourth annual toy give-away, in memory of Cora Walker, will be held from 11 a.m. -2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 21 at 1216 South Franklin Street in Blytheville. Each year the children of Cora Walker turn their home into a toy give-a-away to help make Christmas better for families...