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HISTORY MINUTE

HISTORY MINUTE

It had been hidden for centuries – a horrendous force of nature that would terrify the frontier. In the dead of a cold December night in 1811, a violent earthquake erupted, centered in what is now Northeast Arkansas and Southeast Missouri. In a matter of moments, homes collapsed and lives were shattered in what became known as the New Madrid Earthquake. But this first earthquake would be far from the last, and it would have lasting effects.

HISTORY MINUTE

HISTORY MINUTE

After a difficult 2020, a weary world looks to the end of the year and wonder what the new year will bring. Though because of continuing quarantines and social distancing, celebrations may be more muted, there will be many observances as 2021 arrives. The start of each new year is marked with festivities around the world, but there are many different traditions surrounding the day.

*POTUS Biden

The asterisk (*) has been made famous initially within the world of sports when athletes broke a record but did so in a manner that was not fair to compare with others, i.e., they used drugs or cheated in some way to achieve the desired outcome. (How many can you name?)

HISTORY MINUTE

HISTORY MINUTE

After a difficult 2020, a weary world looks to the end of the year and wonder what the new year will bring. Though because of continuing quarantines and social distancing, celebrations may be more muted, there will be many observances as 2021 arrives. The start of each new year is marked with festivities around the world, but there are many different traditions surrounding the day.

New Year, New Change

With the new year coming up, it’s usually a time for changes. The year 2020 has been a crazy year for everyone. We all hope 2021 turns out better. I got offered a job that I decided to take as editor at the Eagle Democrat newspaper in Warren. It’s funny how things happen. I wasn’t looking for a job anywhere. I got a call out of the blue from the publisher in Warren saying they were looking for an editor and a few people recommended me from seeing my work here at the South Arkansas Sun. I guess I’m doing a good job haha! I decided to talk with them. After meeting with them, and talking with my parents, who own the South Arkansas Sun, we decided it was an opportunity I couldn’t pass up. So, I will begin my job as editor there on January 11. Until then, I’m still here at the South Arkansas Sun. I’ll still be around also. I know the newspaper will continue without me and will continue to do well, but I will miss it. I’ve seen this community come together through difficult times and willingly help each other. That’s something I’ll never forget about Hampton. When I first moved back here, it was definitely a transition from a big city like Fort Worth to Hampton. Even through struggles, I’ve learned a lot working here and feel I have grown in a lot of ways. I’m thankful for all of you. Hope everyone has a happy and blessed new year!

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