Stories from Friday, August 2, 2024

Willie J. Willis Sr., 84, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024, in Luxora, at the home which he shared with his beloved wife of 60 years, Rosie Willis. Mr. Willis was born Oct. 19, 1939, in Birmingham, Ala., to the late Oliver Willis and Annie Bell Amerson. Willie dedicated part of his life serving in the United States Air Force before retiring as a guidance counselor for the Department of Defense...

By REVIS BLAYLOCK NEA Town Courier The Arkansas State Board of Education was in Blytheville on Thursday morning for a public meeting with the Blytheville School Board, administrators and the community. There was a full house at the Blytheville Primary multi-purpose room as citizens came to listen, express their concerns and show support for the students of the Blytheville School District...

Saturday, Aug. 3 – City and County Youth Program will celebrate the 40th anniversary of their Back to School event at Williams Park in Blytheville from 1-5 p.m. To donate items contact Shannon “Duck” Sims at 870-623-3179. There will be free food, school supplies, gifts and more at the event...