CRAIG BRUCE NALEPINSKI
Craig Bruce Nalepinski, age 73, passed away on Friday, July 16, 2025, at the Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Fittingly, Craig was born on the same…
July 2025
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Summer Postcards
Crowley’s Ridge State Park Families looking for a spontaneous summer day trip need not look far. Less than an hour southeast of Corning, Crowley’s Ridge State Park offers a mix of history, outdoor recreation and water fun, making it a popular destination for all ages.
From Scratch
This week has been heavy. We lost my Uncle David, my mom’s older brother, the only other person besides my PaPa Willard who ever called me “Jenny Shibop.”
Author to host book signing at Randolph County Library Aug. 2
Book inspired by Pocahontas child aims to raise awareness for children with disabilities
BRAD to hold a public meeting on July 29
Black River Area Development Corporation (BRAD) will conduct a public hearing to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 Public Transportation program.
BRTC enters articulation agreement with Crowley’s Ridge College
On Thursday, July 10 Black River Technical College (BRTC) entered an articulation agreement with Crowley’s Ridge College (CRC) in Paragould. With this partnership both institutions will be able to offer students interested in business a seamless transition from one place to the other.
BRTC Nursing students attend clinicals at Arkansas Children’s Hospital
Black River Technical College (BRTC) LPN-to-RN Transitional pathway students recently spent a weekend at Arkansas Children’s Hospital (ACH) in Little Rock doing clinical rotations.
BRTC hires Terri Young as Custodial Services Assistant
Black River Technical College (BRTC) is pleased to announce Terri Young has accepted the position of Custodial Services Assistant – Day Porter.
BRTC hires Beth Davis as Director of Career and Technical Center
Black River Technical College (BRTC) is pleased to announce Beth Davis has accepted the position of Director of Career and Technical Center (CTC).
Maynard Alumni & Friends Association awards scholarships
The Maynard Alumni & Friends Association Officers met Monday, April 21 for the purpose of reviewing scholarship applications for 2025 seniors. After reviewing all applications, it was determined that Mason Seawel would be awarded the Juanita Kerley Maynard Alumni & Friends scholarship of $700.00. Maynard Alumni & Friends Scholarships were also awarded to Savannah Perkins, Gunner Williams, Chloe Green, and Bailie Vallance of $600.00 each.