Stories from Saturday, May 26, 2018

Well it happened, we had our 2018 primary race and because of it, we will definitely be seeing some new leadership in many areas of government within our community. While some may still have opponents in general elections, others will simply bide their time until January rolls around...

Blytheville School Board member Barbara Wells heavily discussed rules concerning the renting of district-owned buildings such as the high school gym during Monday night’s meeting. The board also discussed possible locations for their board "retreat" which they intend to hold in the summer with next year's superintendent, Bobby Ashley...

A Gosnell School Board member said a termination hearing is in the works for Gosnell High School baseball coach Blake Burnside. School Board secretary John Weiss said the date of the termination hearing has not been set. Gosnell School Board president Donnie Wright said he is not aware of any termination hearing...