Stories from Thursday, October 30, 2008

Tri-City area residents will head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 4 to decide not only the presidential election but to also cast a vote in several local races. Polling places will be open from 7:30 a.m. -- 7:30 p.m. at the National Guard Armory in Marked Tree, the American Legion Hut in Lepanto and at the fire station in Tyronza...

LEPANTO -- Big plays and a tenacious defense powered the Warriors to their fifth win of the season as they defeated the McCrory Jaguars 23-15 Friday night. "Our whole defensive front did real well against the run," said coach EPC Bryan Harris afterward. "They got only 49 yards on the ground. It was their passing that kept them in the game."...

LEPANTO -- Braving cold rain and wind, the Junior Warriors bounced back from their first loss of the season with a vengeance last Thursday night, scoring the game's first 36 points on the way to a 44-20 victory over Walnut Ridge last Thursday night...

Tribune Sports Staff As if a miserable night of 45 degree weather, 15 mph winds and drizzle wasn't enough, a suddenly resurgent Cross County Thunderbird team made matters even worse as they took advantage of Junior Indian mistakes and penalties to come away with a 26-6 win...

There is a new sign being featured in front yards around town. No it isn't another political sign, it is the Jesus sign. The "Jesus Name Project" was a vision of Bryan and Vicki Brand of St. Louis, Mo. Their idea was taken from the Bible verse Habakkuk 2:2 which says, "Then the Lord said to me, Write my answer in large, clear letters on a tablet, so that a runner can read it and tell everyone else."...

Garbage collection topped the agenda and dominated the discussion at the Lepanto City Council meeting held Tuesday, Oct. 21. "We need to discuss the garbage collection," said Mayor Wright...

Secretary Daniels swears in State Assessors Association board members Secretary of State Charlie Daniels recently administered oaths of office for the 2009 board members and officers of the Arkansas Assessors Association at their annual meeting in Hot Springs...

Air Force Airman 1st Class Colby Newell has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations.. ...

This holiday season, one celebrity is taking the time to thank blood donors and help in the lifesaving mission. Food Network's Paula Deen joins the American Red Cross to say "thanks for givin." All those coming to donate blood in November at Red Cross donation sites will receive a limited edition Paula Deen inspired apron, special recipes and a holiday message of thanks especially from Paula, while supplies last.. ...

Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe will be visiting Marked Tree Monday, Nov. 17 to present city leaders with a certificate officially declaring Marked Tree as a Arkansas Community of Excellence, or ACE. The governor will arrive at Arkansas State University Technical Center in Marked Tree at 10:30 a.m. ...

Thelma Addison, 69, of Memphis, died Wednesday, Oct. 22 in her home. She is survived by four daughters, Tammara Sheperd, Jeanna Marie Addison of Memphis, Elizabeth Ann Ames of Jonesboro and Shelia Rochelle Addison of Tyronza; her father, Rev. ...

I have no claim to be perfect and I, like others, have to be reminded from time to time to use words that show respect to others. Old-fashion courtesy has faded away to be replaced with self-centered focus. A self-centered attitude has made our nation into a turbulent, dangerous culture of crime, hate and creed. It all evolves around culture...

Let's face it. I'm spoiled. I'm spoiled by shining lights, ringing fax machines and the warm glow of my computer monitor. I like the hum of florescent lights and the whirl of the heating and air-conditioning unit...

Virginia Mae Meeks, 82, of Parkin died Oct. 27, 2008, at her residence. She was a member of Gladden Baptist Church in Parkin. She was preceded in death by her husband Bunton Meeks and a son Bennett Ray Windham...

in Marked Tree. She was a member of Corner's Chapel Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Johnny Shelton of the home; one son, Terry Brewington of Bartlett, Tenn.; one step-son, Johnny Mack Shelton of Jonesboro; two daughters, Myra Neal and Jane Bobbitt...

District 3 FCCLA Chapters met at Nettleton High School Thursday, October 9, to conduct the 2009-2010 officer elections. President Koresha Hudson of Blytheville began the meeting with the opening ceremony. The national anthem was sung by Darcia Shine of Blytheville and Shayna Duffy of Piggott, vice president of programs, led the Pledge of Allegiance...

Hester Ladd Keller, 87, of Jonesboro, formerly of Trumann died Friday, Oct. 24, 2008 at Ridgecrest Health and Rehab Nursing Center in Jonesboro. Born in Cardwell, MO., she had lived in Trumann for 61 years and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Trumann. ...

Dr. Charles Dean McAdams Jr., 71, of Dallas died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, at the family residence. Promoting peace and understanding one person at a time inspired Dr. McAdams to seek contact with many cultures in many settings. He began his educational career in 1961 at Trumann as band director for the Trumann Public School District...

Frankie D. Vick, 36, died Friday, Oct. 24, 2008. He was a graduate of Trumann High School and worked as a computer technician. He was a dedicated husband and father, and a devoted and active minister as one of Jehovah's Witnesses...

Jerry Wayne Miller of Swifton "Got His Wings" on Monday, October 20, 2008, at the Baptist East Hospital in Memphis, TN at the age of 60. He was born December 25, 1947 in Arizona, the son of Jack Miller and Wilma Secrease Miller. He worked for over 25 years for Arkansas Power and Light as a journey lineman. ...

When the Wildcats lost to Pocahontas 21-14 last week, coach Greg White told his team they were going to have to treat the next three games as if they were the playoffs. With only four teams making the playoffs and six teams in the 4A-3 conference who are all evenly matched, Trumann was going to have to bring their 'A' game every week...

Scratching Post A big win over Valley View last week put Trumann back on top in the hunt to make the playoffs. The Cats needed this one after stumbling against Pocahontas last week. But as anyone who follows the 4A-3 conference knows, it's still anyone's ball game. ...

Governor Mike Beebe has named Mike Walden of Jonesboro as prosecuting attorney in the 2nd and Judicial District which encompasses Clay, Craighead, Crittenden, Greene, Mississippi and Poinsett Counties...

Raoul Simpson, 25, of 1000 Mulberry and Allen Willbanks, 25, of 241 Flossie were arrested Oct. 22. by Officer Brad Felkins. Simpson was charged with manufacturing of a controlled substance (meth), possession of drug paraphernalia with intent to manufacture and overpossession of pseudoephedrine. Willbanks was charged with conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine...

Keeping up with your childhood friends after graduation is not easy. Four Trumann girls who were friends and cheerleaders together 50 years ago have kept up with each other through the years and recently met in New York City for a week long reunion...

This holiday season, one celebrity is taking the time to thank blood donors and help in the lifesaving mission. Food Network's Paula Deen joins the American Red Cross to say "thanks for givin." All those coming to donate blood in November at Red Cross donation sites will receive a limited edition Paula Deen inspired apron, special recipes and a holiday message of thanks especially from Paula, while supplies last.. ...

The Trumann Democrat mailed questionnaires to the 21 candidates in contested races for the Trumann City Council recently. We offered all the candidates the opportunity to tell voters about themselves and their aspirations for city council...

Jimmy and Theresa McKinney of Gosnell are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, DeShawnna Gibson to Toby Doke, son of Kenneth and Glenda Doke of Trumann. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of James Bailey of Brookland and the late Ocie Marie Bailey...

Close but no cigar. That's the way it's pretty much been all season long for coach Nick Richardson and the Wildkittens. Three times they have gone to overtime and twice the Kittens have lost by a touchdown or been within sight of the end zone just inches away...

I just don't get the appeal of hunting. I know. Gasp. Blasphemy in these here parts, right? Well, before you jump all over me and attribute my first statement to me just being a darn Yankee, let me just clarify by saying that I am not by any means anti-gun or anti-hunting...

It's hard to believe that November will be here in just a few short days. Another year has sped by. Most of the items that were on my to-do list in January are still on the list...

David Box and Loren Harlow had wanted to get back into better physical shape and drop a few unhealthy pounds for a long time. Box though didn't like the idea of having to run in order to do it. As any one who has grown up playing Little League or high school or college sports knows, running was often used as a form of punishment, and the former Williams Baptist College baseball player didn't want any part of that...

Let's face it. I'm spoiled. I'm spoiled by shining lights, ringing fax machines and the warm glow of my computer monitor. I like the hum of florescent lights and the whirl of the heating and air-conditioning unit...