Stories from Friday, July 8, 2016

The Tyronza City held a special meeting Tuesday to authorize the mayor to apply for a GIF Fire Protection grant. The grant, which is offered through the Arkansas Rural Development Commission, would go toward a new building at the fire department to house the tanker truck. "The tanker truck has to be enclosed, and we're pressed for room," said Mayor Charles Glover...

The Poinsett County Agricultural Fair began in the 1880's with horse races as the main attraction. Around 1900, the fair had grown significantly. County residents were able to showcase their livestock, arts and crafts, field crops, vegetables, flowers, food preservation, clothing, quilts, and baked goods. The fair later added rides and games, along with a beauty pageant...