Stories from Thursday, July 22, 2021

Cameron Wray of Marked Tree, who is accused of the murder of Mack Rhoads, had his trial postponed this past Monday. Circuit Judge Cindy Thyer ordered a continuance until October 4. The trial was supposed to start Monday, July 19. Wray’s motion and plea day was also rescheduled to September 22. Wray’s bond reduction was also denied. Wray is being held on a one million dollar cash only bond...

Charita Mercedes Jones, 65, of Lepanto, died July 7, 2021 at her home. She was a CNA and of the Methodist faith. Ms. Jones was born March 24, 1956 in Lepanto to Nobce Joplin Sr. and Queen Esther Ryan. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert Jones and one sister Elsa Marquise Monk...

Trumann officer terminated after assault charges filed Luke Roe was terminated from the Trumann Police Department on July 16 after he was arrested July 15 on suspicion of third degree assault charges and first degree criminal mischief, both misdemeanors...

The EPC School Board met in regular session on July 12. Board member Spencer Harston was absent from the meeting. In new business, the board elected new officers with Keith Tyler being elected President, Chris Kain Vice-President and Daniel Nooner Secretary. ...

Emily Holland takes top honor.

Filing for school board for the Harrisburg School District will begin at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, July 28 and end at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. When filing, candidates must have their petition of candidacy, a political practice pledge and an affidavit of eligibility. ...

Local farmer Tina Rains recently directed a $2,500 Bayer Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to East Poinsett County High School. Since 2010, the America’s Farmers programs have awarded more than $59 million to community nonprofits, aspiring ag students and public schools across rural America. Farmers are leaders in their communities, which is why America’s Farmers programs rely on them to help identify the most worthy causes...