Stories from Monday, April 6, 2009

Who is Anita Parrett? Name: Anita Parrett Occupation: Executive director, Main Street Blytheville Notable: Parrett moved to Blytheville in August 2007; originally from West Plains, Mo. Quotable: "Downtown is a symbol of community economic health, local quality of life, pride and community history. These are all factors in industrial, commercial and professional recruitment."

More than 50 area employers are expected to be at the annual job fair, slated for Wednesday.

More than 50 area employers are expected to be at the annual job fair, slated for Wednesday.

ESA members applaud the dollar amount on the screen donated as the 29th Annual St. Jude Cablethon wrapped up Saturday afternoon. The official total is $300,228,028. Jeth (Chuck Wilder) and Ro (Steve Southard) helped entertain viewers and volunteers during the 29 Annual St. Jude Cablethon Saturday at First National Bank. The two-day event was filled with heart-wrenching testimonials, music and entertainment...