July 2024

CHARLES LEON KING

Charles Leon King 82, of Pocahontas departed this life on July 9, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Leon was born on February 24, 1942, to the late John Elbert Melvin King and Sybil Madine Bailey King in Ravenden Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Sybil King and brother, Stanley King. He is survived by his children, Sean King of Pocahontas and Samantha Taylor of Pocahontas; grandchildren, Zac Taylor of Pocahontas and Harley Kincade, Destiny (Zac) DeClerk of Pocahontas and Sydney King of Pocahontas; great grandchildren, Chance Ennis of Pocahontas, Tripp Taylor of Pocahontas and William DeClerk of Pocahontas; nephews, Landon King and Brody King of Branford, FL. He is also survived by many other family and friends. All services will be held in the McNabb Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be 10:00 11:00 AM on Saturday July 13, 2024, with a funeral service beginning at 11:00 AM with Rick Kellett and Joshua Dement officiating. Burial will follow in Janes Cemetery.

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Letters Policy

We welcome Letters to the Editor under the following guidelines: Letters to the Editor are accepted for publication on any topic, written in 300 words or less, including name, phone number and city of residence of the writer for verification purposes.

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Speaking French

As one of Randolph County’s loudest and proudest cheerleaders, I often write about special places here at home that make our community extra special. I talk about our downtown, our historical significance and our people. However, I’m embarrassed to say, I’ve never once written about a place here at home that draws thousands of visitors a year: Black River Technical College (BRTC).

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Pocahontas teacher receives high honors from Arkansas Rural Education Association

Andrea Murray has been honored as one of the 2024 Arkansas Rural Education Association’s Teachers of the Year. This prestigious recognition is shared with Bethany Brantley, a gifted and talented teacher from the Cossatot River School District. The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas, which have sponsored the Rural Teachers of the Year Award since 2004, presented both educators with a crystal apple and a $1,000 check.

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ASSEMBLY OF GOD FIRST ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY OF GOD FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD: 605 S. Park., (one block north of signal light on Hwy. 62 West), Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday children’s church, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday night family night, 7 p.m.; Lead Pastor, Terry Miller. Office: 892-0700; email: pocahontasfirstag@gmail. com; website: www.FirstAGchurch.com; Twitter: @FirstAG MARSHALLESE First Assembly of God: 101 S. Park St., 3 blocks north of signal light on Hwy. 62 West. Sunday Morning Service: 11 a.m., Evening Service: 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday Night Bible Study; 6 p.m.; Thursday Night Women’s Service; 6 p.m., Friday Youth Service; 6 p.m., Saturday Morning Men’s Fellowship Service; 10 a.m. Pastor Anijen Meloktakon. Office phone number 870-340-1591.

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