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CHICAGO — Zekelman Industries recently announced construction will begin in December on its new state-of-the-art inline steel tube galvanizing factory in Blytheville. Similar to the company’s most recent expansion in Rochelle, Illinois, this factory will utilize best-in-class manufacturing technology and a fully automated Matter warehouse system. This facility is designed to set industry-leading benchmarks for safety, product quality and service...

Manila native Greg Smith, retired FedEx professional, local airport manager, and longtime community volunteer, has announced his candidacy for mayor of Manila, seeking to implement a three-pronged leadership plan on behalf of his hometown. Smith’s plan focuses on three areas for development in Manila, including enhancing public safety and private property values, improving city infrastructure, and guiding city growth...

Memphis, Tenn. – The Memphis Grizzlies announced today the Big River Steel Edge, a newly renovated space on the Terrace level of FedExForum that will provide an enhanced fan experience. In addition, the Terrace Level of FedExForum will now be known as Big River Steel Terrace...

By Marcus McClain NEA Town Courier The seven candidates vying to be the next mayor of Blytheville hit the stage Thursday night at the high school auditorium. The candidates presented their ideas on a number of pressing issues within the city including blythe, street repairs, education and much more...

A fall fair will be opening in Blytheville on Wednesday, Oct. 5, and run through Saturday, Oct. 8. Carnival rides and the midway will be at the Walker Park for four fun days. The gates will open at 6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and at 3 p.m. on Saturday. Armband every night for $20...

LITTLE ROCK—Former Craighead County Clerk Jacob Kade Holliday was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison Wednesday, Sept. 21 for taking more than $1.5 million in county money for his personal use. Holliday, 34, of Jonesboro, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge James M. Moody, Jr., who also imposed three years of supervised release after Holliday completes his prison term...

The Blytheville City Advertising Tourism Promotion Commission has established new guidelines for organizations seeking support for local events and activities. Beginning in 2023, the commission will operate in two revolving grant cycles. The first application deadline will be each April 1, with notifications to applicants by April 30. ...

With the encouragement of family and friends within the Manila community, Pamela A. Chipman, has officially filed as a candidate for the mayor of Manila. Graduating from Manila High School is a strong source of pride for Pam and her husband, James. Their children, Josh and Seth, are also proud graduates of MHS. Pam and James’ grandchildren, Eden and Lawson, are current roaring lions. Pam looks forward to further developing unity between the city and school, school board, and school stakeholders...

By DAVID PIERCE - NEA Town Courier The Mississippi County Quorum Court Insurance Committee has met four times recently in sessions that lasted as long as two hours each. The purpose was to recommend a county insurance broker to the full court and the group vetted four prospective insurance companies...

By Marcus McClain NEA Town Courier The Blytheville City Council unanimously approved a resolution with Pollution Management Inc. continuing improvements for the city wastewater collection system in its Sept. 20 meeting. In the previous utility committee meeting, Brad Wingfield of PMI’s engineering division detailed the next steps for further progress...