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Yvonne “Von” Weathers
(Obituary ~ 07/01/24)
Yvonne “Von” Weathers, 82, of Keiser went to her Heavenly Home Friday, June 28, 2024. She was born Aug. 22, 1941, in Osceola to Samuel and Mattie Smith. Von worked at Osceola Shoe Factory, was a supervisor at Eli Walker and co-owned Tip Top Fashion in Keiser. She enjoyed spending quality time with her family, flowers, camping, cooking and baking, so much so, she opened and ran her own business called ‘Von’s Cakes’. She was a founding co-pastor of Keiser Chapel Church...
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Daniel Jay Donovan
(Obituary ~ 07/01/24)
Daniel Jay Donovan, 87, of Manila, passed from this life Saturday, June 29, 2024, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. Born and raised in Austin, Minn., he was a graduate of St. Augustine High School and the son of the late Willard and Rose Lane Donovan. ...
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LaWanda D. Davis
(Obituary ~ 07/01/24)
LaWanda D. Davis was born July 26, 1975, to Sylvester Davis and Dorothy Davis in Memphis, Tenn. She departed this life June 21, 2024, at University of Chicago in Chicago, Ill., at the age of 48. She was preceded in death by her father. LaWanda leaves to cherish her memories her mother, Dorothy Davis of Luxora; two sisters, Angela Davis Smith of Luxora and Sherry Lincoln of Orlando, Fla.; one brother, Demetrius Jefferson of Gosnell; and a host of other family member and friends...
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Helen Bufford
(Obituary ~ 07/01/24)
Helen Bufford is the daughter of the late Vera Jean Bufford and Eugene Ware. She was born May 28, 1956, in Turrell. On Friday June 21, 2024, Helen completed her earthly assignment and transitioned to her home made by God eternal in the heavens. Helen accepted Christ at an early age and united with The Pilgrim Rest MB Church under the leadership of Rev. ...
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Don't Trade Fireworks for Flashing Lights: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – On this Independence Day, honor the ideals of America by making a conscious choice to drive sober or get a sober ride home. The Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office, along with state and local law enforcement, will partner with the U.S. ...
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Attorney General Griffin Sues Jonesboro Couple Over Sexual Discrimination and Harassment of Female Renters
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued the following statement announcing his lawsuit against property owners Charles and Judy Warren of Jonesboro for violations of the Arkansas Fair Housing Act related to sexual discrimination and harassment of female renters:...
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Major General (Ret) James P. Smothermon, USAF
(Obituary ~ 07/01/24)
Major General (Ret) James P. Smothermon, USAF, passed away peacefully at his home in Scottsdale, Ariz., on June 15, 2024. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, the former Sandra Lee Long. Both were born and raised in Blytheville. Pat dedicated over 34 years serving his country in the United States Air Force. ...
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Kiara Cheyanne Rena Bennett
(Obituary ~ 07/01/24)
Kiara Cheyanne Rena Bennett, 19, passed away June 23, 2024, in Osceola. Born June 2, 2005, in West Memphis, Kiara grew up in a loving family that cherished her vibrant spirit. Her kind nature and bright smile will be deeply missed by all who knew her...
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