Stories from Sunday, November 28, 2021

“Christmas Candies” is the theme for Trumann's Christmas Parade that is set for December 9 at 6 p.m. The parade is returning to it's traditional format with the parade going right down Highway 463. The parade will feature marching units, floats, trailers and antique tractors and cars. There will also be free candy and toys. To participate call 870-483-5424 or email info@chamberdirector.org...

The Trumann City Council met for a Special Council meeting this past Tuesday in the courtroom inside the Trumann Police Station. Council member Hollie Stevens was absent from the meeting. In new business, the council passed a resolution designating and authorizing Mayor Barbara Lewallen to purchase electronic water meters on behalf of the city. ...

As the cold weather envelopes us and Christmas fast approaches, there’s nothing like relaxing in front of your fireplace to make being home for the holidays a warm and enjoyable experience. But danger can lurk in your fireplace or chimney. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 20,600 fires and 40 deaths per year are associated with fireplaces and chimneys...