-
Col. Certain to speak at AFB reunion
(Local News ~ 08/04/15)
Numerous former military and civilian personnel assigned to the former Blytheville/Eaker Air Force Base, along with their families, will be participating in the upcoming 9th Annual Blytheville/Eaker Air Force Base Reunion. The event is designed to promote fellowship and reminiscencince...
-
Elders to speak at health event
(Local News ~ 08/04/15)
The Mississippi County Coalition For A Tobacco Free Arkansas is hosting its "Body and Soul Celebration of Health" at the First Missionary Baptist Church in Blytheville, sponsored by the Arkansas Minority Health Commission. Screenings will be available for blood glucose, body mass index, blood pressure and H.I.V. ...
-
Monette Council discuss clean-up issues
(Local News ~ 08/04/15)
Monette City Council discussed cemetery clean-up and a possible ordinance against grass clippings being in roadways during the regular council meeting Monday, July 27. Mayor Chub Qualls said there have been complaints about the cemetery upkeep. ...
-
Leachville City Council reviews curfew ordinance
(Local News ~ 08/04/15)
In the absence of Mayor Ralph Wells, members of Leachville City Council voted to have Ruth Ann Keith, city clerk, to preside at the regular meeting held Monday, July 27. Council members present were Teresa Johnson, Lisa Baldridge, Tommy Stone, Karen Wallace and Ethel Hetler...
-
Manila School Board accepts resignations and fills positions
(Local News ~ 08/04/15)
Manila School Board accepted several resignations and filled several positions in preparation for the upcoming school year at the meeting held July 30. Following an executive session, Superintendent Pam Castor recommended accepting the resignations of Cindy Smith, elementary teacher; Tracey Routon, middle school secretary; Tracey Milligan, softball coach position; Pat Tyler, cafeteria worker; Pat Lloyd, cafeteria worker; and Jan Copeland, bus driver.. ...
-
Kevin Stewart new administrator at Monette Manor
(Local News ~ 08/04/15)
Kevin Stewart joined the Monette Manor team as administrator on March 30. The Monette native said he has had a great start with a lot of help from the staff. Marla Layne, outgoing administrator, worked with him for several weeks during the transition and he appreciates all her help and service to Monette Manor...
-
Officer involved shooting in Manila results in one death
(Local News ~ 08/04/15)
Manila Chief of Police Jackie Hill said the investigation of the July 28 shooting involving a Manila officer has been turned over to the state police. Chief Hill said The officer is on administrative leave. The Arkansas State Police will submit information to the prosecuting attorney Scott Ellington. Chief Hill said they expect the results in the near future...
-
Warrants issued in homicide case
(Local News ~ 08/04/15)
The Blytheville Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating two individuals who are wanted in connection with the June shooting death of Vincent Stone. According to Capt. Scott Adams, the BPD Criminal Investigations Division Commander, police have obtained warrants for 24-year-old Daniel "DyNasty" Johnson and 25-year-old Anfernee Xavier Wells...
Stories from Tuesday, August 4, 2015
Browse other days