Stories from Thursday, October 7, 2021

Drugs seized during arrest.

Cameron Wray, 19, of Marked Tree appeared with his attorney in Poinsett County Circuit Court this past Monday to seek a continuance. Judge Cindy Thyer ordered the motion and plea day to be moved to December 29, with a jury trial starting on January 18, 2022. This is the second time Thyer has postponed Wray’s trial. In July, Wray's attorney sought and received a continuance until October 4...

Rain doesn't halt annual festival.

Southern Tenant Farmers Museum (STFM) officials will hosted a celebration honoring the 15th anniversary of the center this past Wednesday. The event is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the STFM, 117 S. Main Street, Tyronza. The Southern Tenant Farmers Museum is a part of the Arkansas Heritage Sites of Arkansas State University...

According to a survey of pet owners by the American Animal Hospital Association, AAHA, more then fifty three percent of dog and cats will travel with their owners. With the upcoming busy travel season, what are the best ways of traveling with your best friend?...

Trumann (4-1, 2-0) traveled to Highland and gained a 35-8 win over the Rebels in a 4A-3 con fence match-up. Murphy Williams led the Wildcats with 149 yards rushing on 13 carries and two touchdowns while completing 10 of 16 passes for 189 yards and two touchdowns. Eli Evett finished with five carries for 32 yards and a touchdown. Parks McNair four catches for 71 yards and a touchdown as Luke Montgomery caught one pass for 60 yards and a touchdown...

The Harrisburg School Board met in special session on September 30 in the central office board room. All board members were present for the meeting. In new business, Superintendent Chris Ferrell made a recommendation to purchase a 2018 Ford Escape SE for $23,300 from Harris Ford in Newport for the transportation department and specifically for the Driver’s Education Class. The board voted unanimously to approve the purchase...

Poinsett County Sheriff Kevin Molder makes donation.