Stories from Wednesday, June 12, 2024

A traffic shift is scheduled to begin Monday, June 17, on Interstate 55 (I-55) near Osceola between Exits 44 and 53. All traffic has been using the southbound lanes of I-55 while work is performed on the northbound lanes. Beginning Monday, June 17, northbound traffic will shift onto new pavement as they begin using the new outside lane on the northbound side...

By STEVE KNOX The Osceola Times A few bridge maintenance and repair projects, which have been underway for several weeks should be completed soon, while others still have a ways to go, according to Arkansas Department of Transportation District Construction Engineer Shannon Luke...

Arkansas Northeastern College Community Education is assembling a short-term community band. The community band is intended for adults and high school students. The one-week session will be held July 8-12 from 1-4 p.m. at Rivercrest School District...

The Waffle Inn in Blytheville is open for business and just waiting on you to try their home cooking. There has recently been a rumor floating around town that the restaurant is closing and Dardan Balazi wants you all to know this information is false...

Boyce College in Louisville, Ky recently announced the appointment of Clint Armani to the faculty. A distinguished former Air Force engineer and instructor at the Air Force Academy, Armani will serve as Associate Professor of Mathematical Sciences, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the institution...

Mississippi County Regional Chamber of Commerce has announced enrollment is open for the new Leadership Missco program for 2024-2025. Leadership Missco creates new connections, generating new friendships, whether personal or business-focused. It promotes positive work behaviors. ...

Mississippi County, Arkansas, EOC, Inc. awarded high school seniors throughout Mississippi County with a $1,000 scholarship to help ease the financial burden of higher education expenses. Awardees are Mary Scott Deaton, Taniya Rogers, Gatsby Langston, Kevin Morris, Jr., and Jasmine Barajas...

By REVIS BLAYLOCK NEA Town Courier In a short special called meeting, Board President Desmond Hammett announced that Dr. Veronica Perkins, superintendent, is on a temporary family medical leave. He said the board will need to elect an interim. Members went into an executive session to discuss personnel status and personnel matters...

Donna Lou Sparks, 87, of Blytheville, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. Donna was born in Oak Ridge, Mo., to O.B and Juanita Gaines Smith. After retiring from Dr Pepper Bottling Company and Chickasaw Hospital, Donna devoted a profound amount of her time volunteering in the Blytheville community. ...

Glenda Myrl Hamilton, 77, of Osceola, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024. She was born Nov. 30, 1946, in Caraway to James “Buck” and Lillie Terry. Glenda worked at Osceola Shoe Factory for many years and retired from American Greetings. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and playing Bunko...

Vacle Geneva Olive, 97, of Leachville, widow of Mr. William Olive, passed from this life Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould. Daughter of the late James and Bertha Bradbury Phillips, she was born and raised in Boydsville where she attended Kegley School. ...