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Henry Thomas King, Jr.,

Henry Thomas King, Jr.,

age 81 of Woodberry/ Hampton, Arkansas went to be with the Lord Saturday, December 30, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born December 9, 1942 to Henry T. King and Helen Marie Ables King. Henry was preceded in death by his parents; his best friend, Weldon Gray of Topeka, KS, and brothers-in-law, Dan Neely and Kenneth Neely of El Dorado. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Linda Neely King of Woodberry; one son, Kevin Thomas King and wife Miranda Bass King of Woodberry; one sister, Barbara King Blann and husband Laron of Fordyce; one aunt, Sue Houldridge of Sherwood; one sister-in-law, Kathy Neely McElroy and husband Mitch of Arlington, TX. He was blessed with four exchange student granddaughters, Franzi, Nina, Emilie and Mia, and great granddaughter, Ellie. He is uncle to Rusty Blann and wife Dorinda of Searcy, Aleta “Sissy” Blann Sanders and husband Ken of Fordyce, Ricky Blann and wife Amy of Fordyce, Sandy Blann of Fordcye, Tammy Powell of Arlington, TX, Chris Neely and wife Alicia of El Dorado, Becky Brantley of husband Jamie of Farmerville, LA. He was honored to be called Papaw by Erin, Megan and Kristen Carpenter, Elizabeth Gonzalez. He also had a host of extended family in Arkansas, Texas, and Kansas. 01/04/2024 04:00 AM

Faye Ethel Thornton Rodermund,

Faye Ethel Thornton Rodermund,

90, of Dumas, AR passed away December 22, 2023, in Dumas with her family by her side. Faye was born April 30, 1933, in Marion County, to the late Joe and Nancy Still Thornton. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Roy Rodermund, one daughter Gail McCuan, twin grandbabies Roy and Oscar Peppers and one great grandson Will Bradley. 01/04/2024 04:00 AM

Emery announced as raffle winner

Emery announced as raffle winner

Merrit Emery, of Caraway, Ark. in Craighead County was announced as the winner of the Havoc Boat Raffel that was sponsored by Havoc Boats and the Calhoun County Office of Emergency Management. 01/04/2024 04:00 AM

Extension Office set to host Pesticide Applicator Training

Extension Office set to host Pesticide Applicator Training

Jaret Rushing, from the Calhoun County Extension Office will be hosting a Pesticide Applicator Training in the lower level of the administration building on Friday, January 12 at noon. Registrants will be charged $20 for the training. 01/04/2024 04:00 AM

Ark. Blue Cross and Blue Shield awards Hampton Schools $2,500 for calming room

Ark. Blue Cross and Blue Shield awards Hampton Schools $2,500 for calming room

Hampton School District is excited to begin working on a new campus addition. The school was recently named among 75 schools in the state to receive $2,500 to construct and furnish a calming room, aimed at addressing the mental well-being of students. 01/04/2024 04:00 AM

HISTORY MINUTE

12/21/2023 04:00 AM

John Howard Tatum

John Howard Tatum

John Howard Tatum 65, was born October 25, 1958, to the union of Rev. Howard Tatum and Flossie Tatum of Harrell, Arkansas. He departed this life on December 1, 2023 with his family by his hospital bedside. 12/21/2023 04:00 AM

Starnes Among Law Enforcement Honorees for Calhoun County

Starnes Among Law Enforcement Honorees for Calhoun County

December 12, 2023– Attorney General Tim Griffin today honored law enforcement officers from across Arkansas at the 2023 Officer of the Year Awards luncheon. At the conclusion of the event, Griffin issued the following statement: “The Officer of the Year Awards honor the bravery, service and unwavering commitment to others that law enforcement officers provide Arkansans every day through their noble and often thankless work. 12/21/2023 04:00 AM

Where the Tradition of the Christmas Tree Came From

Where the Tradition of the Christmas Tree Came From

Evergreen fir trees were traditionally used for Christmas trees. They had been used to celebrate Pagan winter festivals for thousands of years, long before the advent of Christianity. Plants and trees that remained green all year had a special meaning for people, especially in the winter. In many countries, it was believed that evergreens would keep away witches, ghosts, evil spirits, and illness. 12/21/2023 04:00 AM

Stuffed Pork Loin

Stuffed Pork Loin

Let’s set the ham and turkey to the side for a taste changer this Holiday season! I am a sucker when it comes to stuffing, and I am here to tell you, this stuffed pork loin will win every time. You want to get one large enough to hold the goodies and to feed a crowd. Perfect for a Christmas or New Year gathering. 12/21/2023 04:00 AM

Christmas Parade Brings Holiday Cheer

Christmas Parade Brings Holiday Cheer

Christmas Parade Brings Holiday Cheer 12/21/2023 04:00 AM

Calhoun Calendar

Calhoun Calendar

DECEMBER 25-- Christmas Break 12/21/2023 04:00 AM

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