Stories from Thursday, September 30, 2010

BLODGETT, Mo. -- Reality TV fans are in for a special treat as appearances by "Survivor" contestants are planned when Beggs Family Farm opens for its fall season this weekend. "Pearl Islands" and "Heroes vs. Villains" winner Sandra Diaz-Twine, along with "China" winner Todd Herzog and "Tocantins" castaway Spencer Duhm are scheduled to make an appearance Saturday at the Scott County farm located off Highway U near Blodgett...

Joe Lewis has announced his candidacy for the Blytheville City Council Ward 3, Position 2 Seat. "I am seeking a seat on the Council because I would like to be of assistance to help the city of Blytheville grow," Lewis said. "Just as I believed while in my position for more than 18 years as Mississippi County justice of the peace, District 7, 'United we stand, divided we fall,' I still hold true to the belief, praying that God will show the city we have to work together."...

Participants in a Summer Caricature Drawing Workshop will be featured during a "Meet the Artists Reception" to be held from 4-6 p.m. Friday in the Lobby and Gallery of The Ritz Civic Center in Blytheville. The workshop was led by local artist Robert Phelps...

Blytheville Courier News The Sixth Annual K-9 Kapers Dog Show will be held Saturday at First Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of 10th and Highland streets. Anyone with or without a dog is invited to take part in the event. Entertainment and small dog registration begins at 10:30 a.m. Small dog competition begins at 11:30 a.m., medium dog at 12:30 p.m. and large dog at 1:30 p.m...