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Nashville grads earn nearly $2.4 million in scholarships, military commitments

The Nashville High School class of 2023 received $2,384,554 in scholarships and military commitments, according to Principal Ashley Riggs. The total includes $43,750 local scholarships,...

Area farmers’ markets opening this weekend; plant sale Saturday

The Nashville Farmers’ Market will be open Friday, May 26, from 7-11 a.m. or until sold out. Vendors will have fresh produce, honey, jellies, eggs,...

Hammerhead Worms: Invasive pest found in Howard County

By Dawson Bailey Howard County Extension Agent Agriculture A hammerhead worm was recently found in a residence in Howard County. Hammerhead worms are native to tropical and...

From Outlaw to Rattler: Coach Alexander takes over at Murfreesboro

By P.J. Tracy Murfreesboro Diamond Kevin Alexander is excited about his new role as the Murfreesboro Rattlers boy’s basketball coach following his hire last week by...

Mine Creek Revelations: Tattoo Voyage

YES, I AM STILL HERE looking out my window on Main Street, and I am recalling a strong urge I had at this time...

Obituary: Kenneth W. Green

Kenneth W. Green, 63, of Hope, died Friday, May 19, 2023. Funeral arrangements are with McFadden & Hitchye Funeral Enterprises, Hope.

Obituary: Bobby Lee Whisenhunt

Bobby Lee Whisenhunt, 77, died Monday, May 15, 2023. He was born Nov. 11, 1945, in Albany, Calif., to the late Adam Elijah and Beatrice...

Obituary: William Epton ‘Sonny’ Nutt

William Epton “Sonny” Nutt, age 78, of Nashville,  Ark., passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023, at his home. He was born April 29, 1945, in...

Obituary: Charles Eugene ‘Gene’ Childress

Charles Eugene “Gene” Childress, 88, of Hope died Wednesday, May 17. He was born in Mineral Springs Feb. 20, 1935. He spent 38 years with...

Obituary: Jack Roland Lee

Jack Roland Lee, 79, passed to be with the Lord on Thursday May 18th, 2023, at his home in Murfreesboro, Ark.  Jack was born Feb....