Stories from Sunday, December 1, 2024

A Trumann man is dead after crashing a semi-truck on Tuesday morning. Arkansas State Police said the crash happened on State Highway 14 west of Waldenburg at 11:34 a.m. on Nov. 19 when a 2000 Freightliner driven by 49-year-old William Burgess, Jr. left the road’s north side while going around a curve, causing it to roll over and spill its load across the highway...

Local law enforcement officials arrested Edward Rosse of Trumann this past Thursday after a probation search led to the discovery of a significant amount of illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia. The search, conducted by Corporal David Davison and Probationary Officer Gavin Richardson, resulted in the seizure of 87 grams of methamphetamine, loaded syringes, and paraphernalia that tested positive for fentanyl...

There will be a commodity distribution in Poinsett County on December 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. or until food supply is gone. This will be a drive-thru distribution. There will be two locations for pick-up: Marked Tree Fire Station, 102 Liberty and Trumann Sports Complex, 16179 Pecan Grove Road...

The American Ambulance Association has recognized U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) as a recipient of its 2024 Legislative Recognition Award for his work advocating for emergency medical services. The honor is reserved for Members of Congress who have demonstrated ongoing dedication to ambulance services across the United States...

Isaiah Carillo and family selected Family of the Week.

Thanksgiving is a special holiday that brings together family and friends, but it also can carry some hazards for pets. Holiday food needs to be kept away from pets. Owners who travel need to either transport their pets safely or find safe accommodations for them at home. Follow these tips to keep your pets healthy and safe during the holiday...

The Harrisburg School Board met in regular session on Monday, September and then met in special session on November 13. Personnel changes and an expulsion took place during these meetings. In the regular session, Superintendent Julie Isbell presented the Student Academic Achievement report and the quotes for a new sign in front of Harrisburg High School. No action was taken on either...

In their regular meeting on October 7, the Trumann School Board voted to expel three students, two for the fall semester of 2024-2025 and the other for the fall and spring semester of 2024-2025. The first expulsion hearing was a closed session at the request of the parent. ...

Dee Buchanan rushed for 109 yards on 13 carries and two touchdowns to help lead EPC (9-3) to a 36-12 win over Bigelow (7-5) this past Friday at Warrior Field in Lepanto. The win moves EPC to semi-final round where they will host Mount Ida (9-3) who beat Murfreesboro 48-16...

Trumann’s Faith Muntz signed her letter of intent to play softball at Crowley’s Ridge College in front of family, friends, coaches, and teachers this past Friday at Wildcat Gym. Muntz was a versatile player for the Lady Wildcats last season seeing time in the circle, at third base and at second base for the Lady Wildcats. Muntz said she wants to try out for second base for the Lady Pioneers but will play wherever she is needed to help the team...

EPC let a late lead slip away as Westside hit three of four free throws with less than a minute left to hang on for a 60-57 win over the Lady Warriors last Tuesday (Nov. 19) in Lepanto. Westside scored inside and canned a three-ball around an Allison Gaines basket to take an early 5-2 lead before back to back baskets from Gaines gave EPC a 6-5 lead with 5:36 left in the opening quarter. ...

Trumann rallied to defeat Pocahontas 50-45 in overtime last Tuesday (Nov. 19) in senior girls’ basketball. The Lady Wildcats (1-2) trailed 22-11 at halftime and 31-23 after three before coming back to tie the game at 39 at the end of regulation. Chelsy Jones scored 19 points and Zacharra Postell added 11 for Trumann. Olivia Matos finished with eight points, including five in overtime...

The Trumann City Council voted not to pass a resolution that would of gave Trumann Mayor Jay Paul Woods an increase for in his vehicle allowance during their regular session on Tuesday, November 12. Before reading the resolution Woods mentioned a correction needed. ...