Stories from Thursday, October 31, 2024

The trial has been set for Christopher Ford of Harrisburg, the man accused of shooting at a Poinsett County judge’s home. Motion and plea sate has been set for Monday, October 18 with a jury trial set to start on Monday, December 9 and ending on Friday, December 13...

When Poinsett County voters head to the polls on November 5, they will decide several city and county races. Trumann resident will also have to decide on council member terms. Poinsett County only has one county race this year and that is Justice of the Peace District 7 Donnie Taylor of Trumann being challenged by Floyd L. Hancock, also of Trumann...

Kobe Miles, 21, of Trumann was given a no contact order after an altercation this past Sunday on Parker Road in Jonesboro. The incident occurred at 12:30 a.m. when Miles came up on a group of juveniles who were fighting in the parking lot. Miles said a 15 year old, who he considers a little brother, was involved in the group fighting...

Mister Rogers once encouraged his young viewers, during difficult times, to look for the “helpers” – because seeing others step forward to offer aid as well as hope was certain to lift their own spirits. That’s advice we can all take to heart. It is a useful exercise to help us see past the daily barrage of negative stories and drown out the loudest voices that amplify them...

Trumann is one of three Northeast Arkansas cities who will receive project funds from the Delta Regional Authority. Trumann will receive $762,000 to renovate the city’s water system to ensure the ongoing service of potable water to existing residents and businesses while also ensuring the system can support future residential and industrial growth...

The Trumann High School Marching Band brought home awards from recent competition.

Jay Pippinger and hi family named Family of the Week.

Serenity and Hayley Hutchins and family named Family of the Week.

I found these wonderful Safety tips on the ASPCA web site and wanted to share them with my readers. Halloween can be the spookiest night of the year but keeping your pets safe doesn’t have to be tricky. The ASPCA recommends taking these simple, common sense precautions to keep your pet happy and healthy all the way to...

Trumann School District celebrated Homecoming Week this past Friday at RMC Stadium.

Gabby Weathers, a junior at East Poinsett County High School, has been selected as one of 100 juniors across the state to serve on Senator John Boozman’s Congressional Youth Cabinet. This Congressional Youth Cabinet is a nonpartisan initiative that will expose students to the importance of the legislative process and ways that citizens can get involved...

The American Red Cross is highlighting the ongoing need for blood donors as festive schedules ramp up this fall. Eligible individuals − especially those with type O blood are encouraged to make a donation just ahead of the holiday season. Donation appointments are crucial this fall, $10 e-gift card for coming to give Nov. 1-17...

Several teams in the NEA Town Courier distribution area brought home hardware from the NEA YFL Super Saturday this past Saturday in Newport.

The Harrisburg Hornets (1-7, 1-4) lost to Hoxie 33-14 this past Friday in 3A-3 football action in Hoxie. Jayvin Thompson led the Hornets with three carries for 52 yards and a touchdown while catching four passes for 24 yards. Thompson also had seven tackles on defense. ...

Junior Hornets beat Hoxie for conference victory By COSMO COSSEY, Sports Connection Team Harrisburg (3-6, 2-4) picked up their second conference with a 30-8 win over Hoxie this past Thursday night at Jordans Stadium in Harrisburg. Hoxie got the ball first and moved the ball to their 40-yard line before they were forced to punt. ...

Trumann (2-6, 1-4) lost to Blytheville (3-4, 3-2) in 4A-3 conference action on Homecoming Night this past Friday at RMC Stadium in Trumann. The Wildcats started their first drive at the Blytheville 20-yard line after a nice return by Brandon Dohm with a horse-collar penalty added on. ...