Stories from Thursday, March 17, 2022

EPC band excels in concert performance.

On Thursday, March 3 officers with the Trumann Police Department arrested five suspects in a commercial burglary and theft by receiving case. TruCab on Melton Avenue in Trumann reported that $470,542.72 worth of damage had been sustained to their roof due to metal flashing being peeled off and stolen...

St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in America date back to the country’s founding. While this year’s celebration may continue to look a little different in your hometown, however you celebrate, make sure you and your friends stay safe this St. Paddy’s Day by remembering one important piece of advice: Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving. ...

John K. Hutchison, (R) would like to formally announce his intent to be the next Poinsett County Judge. In 2016, the good citizens of Poinsett County elected Hutchison to serve as Poinsett County Assessor, where he still serves today. “It has been an honor to hold this office, but, it is time to move on to where my heart tells me I can better serve you as the Poinsett County Judge,” Hutchison said. ...

Corey McCullon, 35, of Trumann was sentenced to 60 years years in prison this past Friday for the 2019 death of Keshia Crigler. After a four day trial, a Craighead County jury found McCullon guilty of first-degree murder. Circuit Judge Randy Philhours followed the jury's recommendation on sentencing McCullon...

Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge today hosted the 19th annual Officer of the Year awards and recognition luncheon at the Benton Event Center, where she announced Arkansas State Police Corporal Scott McLaughlin as the Poinsett County Officer of the year...

Eddie “Servant Eezy” Crockett will perform at the K-Sound PraiseFest Music Awards show to be held August 18-19 in Augusta, Ga. Crockett was selected for this honor by submitting his song. Crockett said an email got him selected for the show. “I was selected for this event honestly by submitting my song to an email address that was provided to me not too long ago. ...

You have probably seen this post being passed around the internet as of late. This is a scam and a reminder that if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. This post was thought to be human trafficking, which is also not true. Social Media has made it super easy for us to meet other people but it has also made it easier to prey on the vulnerable...

Most veterinary and shelter workers will tell you that most orange cats are sweet, and calicos and tortoiseshells are tough. This is anecdotal but studies done in 2012 and 2015 at University of California rated both calicos and tortoiseshell cats among the most aggressive both at home and at the veterinary clinic. Orange cats tended to most friendly, especially males...

The EPC Lady Warriors (5-0) beat Rivercrest 11-1 this past Monday in high school softball action in Lepanto. The Lady Colts went down in order in the top of the first inning as EPC threatened to get on the board I the bottom half. Terrin Powell popped out leading off for the Lady Warriors before Keegan McCorkle reached on an error. ...

If we can get a few days without rain, and warm weather like last weekend the garden spots will begin to rapidly take shape. Unfortunately, the lows this week are predicted to be back in the 20’s. It is too early to plant tomatoes outside, but if you have specific varieties that you want to grow, now is the time to start the seeds indoors. Remember light is a crucial factor for success. You must have artificial light sources unless you have a greenhouse...

Trumann Junior High takes title.

Trumann fourth and fifth grade teamd qualify for state meet.

The Trumann City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, March 8 at 6:00 p.m. in the courtroom at the Trumann Police Department. Council member Dwight England was not present for the meeting. In new business, the council passed an ordinance amending the Budget for the City of Trumann for the twelve (12) months beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021, appropriating money for each item of expenditure therein provided for, declaring an emergency to existvand for other purposes was read. ...

Answering a call to a fire, the Trumann Fire Department responded to a report of a house on fire on Highway 69. A rapid response and aggressive actions to control the fire and spread of heat and smoke resulted in limiting fire damage to the area of the room involved and the saving of a momma dog and her nine puppies along with many of the owners' personal items. Crews also recovered an additional dog and provided K9 CPR...