News

County narrows options for storage woes

POCAHONTAS—A special committee formed to address the Randolph County Courthouse storage space issue met Monday to further discuss options regarding housing records.

By Brandon Smith

Jansen gives updates on county’s mitigation plan; jail renovation

The Randolph County Quorum Court met in a routine monthly meeting Sept. 12 and received updates from Judge David Jansen on various ongoing projects.

By Anita Murphy

BRTC trustees discuss next steps after HLC visit

POCAHONTAS—The Black River Technical College Board of Trustees held a special meeting Friday in the Gaines Technology Center where they discussed followup plans regarding the HLC’s site team visit

By Brandon Smith

Opinion

She said, he said ....

The confirmation vote of Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh seems to be moving forward in spite of the recent allegations from a woman, who has since come forward publicly, that Kavanaug

By Anita Murphy

Burying Blanche Irene: An ode to sensible women

This morning I listened to a former high school teacher of mine, Mrs. Marilyn Horsman Sullivan, as she stood in the cool shade of ancient oak trees and paid tribute to her mother.

By James Chester

Those ballot Issues ....

According to the Arkansas Times, four of the five state ballot issues now face court challenges.

By Anita Murphy

Sports

Pocahontas falls to Southside in last non-conference match

BATESVILLE—The Redskins finished off their non-conference matchups Friday night with a 28-8 road loss to Southside to move to 1-2 on the year.

By Brandon Smith

Junior Redskins take down Rebels

POCAHONTAS—The Highland Junior Rebels were in town Thursday night at Schoonover Stadium for a rival meet-up with the Junior Redskins and what a game it would be as the Junior `Skins came away with

By Brandon Smith

Redskins blow by Paragould; prepare for Southside

POCAHONTAS—The Redskins improved to 1-1 on the year Friday night with their impressive 49-14 win over the Paragould Rams at Schoonover Stadium.

By Brandon Smith

The Star Herald

 

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