Stories from Thursday, June 13, 2024

Several players from area schools bring home hardware from 43rd Annual Mountain Dew Classic at Southside Softball Complex in Jonesboro.

Trumann, EPC and Osceola participated at the Trumann Team Camp last Thursday at RMC Stadium in Trumann.

Joe Crozier, Jr, born on January 24, 1939, in Jonesboro to Joe Crozier, Sr. and Dorothy Burroughs Crozier, passed away surrounded by his loving family on June 4, 2024. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and proud veteran who served his country with honor and distinction in the United States Air Force...

Sophie Newbery of Weiner takes top prize in motorsports event.

The Poinsett County Quorum Court approved the establishment of a Special Reserve Grant Fund to be titled Adult Drug Court – Opioid Settlement Fund at their monthly meeting this past Monday at the Poinsett County Detention Center. Poinsett County Treasurer Tammie Stanford told the court that a one time grant of $16,169 was received for the new fund...

The Harrisburg School Board met in special session Thursday, May 30 in the Central Office Board Room. The board went into executive session early in the meeting and made several personnel changes for the next school year. Executive Session took place from 5:13 p.m. ...

Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced the Constitutional Citizenship Clarification Act, legislation that would make law the Supreme Court’s “ambassadors and invaders” exceptions to birthright citizenship. The bill would also make children of illegal immigrants, terrorists, and foreign spies ineligible for birthright citizenship...

Miracle Kids have block party in spite of rainy weather.

Jordan Miller, of Harrisburg, was the last shooter standing. He and Parks reached the last shooting spot on the trap field, from 27 yards — and the many spectators watching wondered where the pair would shoot from next. Miller hit his 12th straight target, and Parks came next. Suddenly, it was over...

Cadets attend Leadership Camp.

The second annual Singer Throwback BBQ Festival will be held Saturday June 29. The festival will held from 10:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m. at the Old Community Center in Trumann. The festival is being hosted by the Trumann Beautification Committee.

Trumann Band takes home honors from camp.

During the summertime means taking your pet to parks and on vacation with the family. Making sure you keep them hydrated is very important. When traveling finding a watering hole for your pet may be chore. To make sure your animals are cool, healthy and drinking plenty of water during the sweltering heat here are a few wonderful tips for hydration...

State Rep. Johnny Rye of Trumann tour new facility.

A group of political science students from Arkansas State University have recently returned from a seminar in Washington, D.C. “Ten students attended a week-long program with The Washington Center dedicated to learning more about national security,” said Dr. Jordan Butcher, assistant professor of political science...

Women have been part of the American military narrative since the Revolutionary War, initially serving as nurses, spies, and support staff. Today, they are integral to every branch of the armed forces, serving in roles that span from combat pilots to intelligence analysts...

The following students are among more than 1,300 Harding University students recognized for their academic excellence from grades achieved during the Spring 2024 semester. Sarah Broglen of Harrisburg is a Senior studying early childhood/special education integrated. Broglen has been named to the dean's list...

Caroline Parker, of Harrisburg, was one of more than 700 students who received diplomas and were recognized as Harding University graduates during the Spring 2024 commencement ceremony on May 4. Parker received a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Graduates include students from the College of Allied Health, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Bible and Ministry, Paul R. ...

Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2024 spring semester. The President’s List includes those full-time students who achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average, while the Dean’s List consists of those with at least a 3.5 GPA. Williams is a private, Christian university in Walnut Ridge...