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First-ever Veto for Mayor Whitfield
Helena-West Helena mayor Joseph Whitfield last Friday issued the first-ever veto of his term in office, coming out against raises for district court employees approved three days earlier by the city council. District judge Jason Carter first appeared before the council at a meeting in March, seeking increases for his staff, noting they had received no salary adjustments in several years. At that meeting Whitfield expressed sympathy with the situation but voiced opposition to
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Barton Athletic Awards Banquet May 15th, 2025
Athletic Awards Banquet May 15th, 2025 Sports and Awards PLAQUE BARTON BEAR LOGO FOOTBALL Defensive Player...
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Boots, Bling, and Big Smiles at Marvell-Elaine Elementary Prom
Candace Williams Contributing Writer Marvell-Elaine Elementary students and families danced the night away at the Denim and Diamonds:...
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After a career shaped by cancer, Biden faces own diagnosis
WASHINGTON (AP) — In Joe Biden’s family, there’s a saying that the three worst words anyone can hear are “you have cancer.” One decade...
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HWH Council passes motion to approve all city overtime itself
Rick Kennedy Helena World In a special meeting Tuesday night called to address city finances, the HWH City Council only passed a single...
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Tri-County Fair Board Prepares for 2026 Fair
Terri Ann Hall Contributing Writer The Tri-County Fair Board has announced updates and continued planning for the upcoming 2026 fair, scheduled for May 26–30 in Marvell. The board originally confirmed the new early summer dates in January and has been meeting regularly since February, dedicating significant time and effort to organizing events, securing attractions, and expanding activities designed to make this year’s fair both engaging and family-friendly. Fair officials sa
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Cook and Densmore Crowned Marvell Academy Prom King and Queen
Terri Ann Hall CONTRIBUTING WRITER Marvell Academy celebrated its 2026 prom on April 10 with a red-carpet theme, “A Night at the Oscars,” as students gathered for an evening of music, decorations, and recognition. This is always a special night for the junior and senior classes. The night begins with the presentation of the students and dinner. Kole Cook and Emma Densmore were crowned this year’s Prom King and Queen during the festivities. The Marvell Academy gymnasium was
Andrew Bagley
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American Idol Contestant Garner Performs at Southern Outdoors
Terri Ann Hall CONTRIBUTING WRITER Local music fans will have a special opportunity to hear a rising young talent next weekend as American Idol contestant Michael Garner performs live at Southern Outdoors. The free community event will take place Sunday, March 15, 2026, from 1–3 p.m. at Southern Outdoors, located at 73 Highway 1 North, Lexa (Barton intersection). Garner, a 16-year-old singer from Forrest City, Arkansas, has recently gained national attention as a contestant o
Andrew Bagley
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JP Moore-Johnson and Seven Others Face Felonies After 2024 Election Investigation
By Andrew Bagley Publisher JP Lita Moore-Johnson Justice of the Peace Lita Moore-Johnson is facing two felony counts of criminal solicitation while seven others face felony perjury charges after an investigation of the 2024 elections in which Moore-Johnson won a runoff election and ousted former JP Lenora Marshall. According to court documents, the investigation of the runoff election held in April of 2024 was initiated after a complaint was filed by Lenora Marshall with th
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Besancon Stresses “Little Things Matter” As New Era of Bear Football Begins
Staff Reports A new era in Barton football begins this fall under the leadership of the new Head Bear, Coach Joe Besancon. Besancon arrives on the scene after serving as the head football coach at Hazen for the past 18 years, including guiding the Hornets to a Class 2A state championship in 2022. His Hazen teams also reached the state title games in 2014 and 2018, losing both times to traditional powerhouse Junction City. Besancon’s overall record at Hazen was 158-65-1. The n
First-ever Veto for Mayor Whitfield
Helena-West Helena mayor Joseph Whitfield last Friday issued the first-ever veto of his term in office, coming out against raises for district court employees approved three days earlier by the city council. District judge Jason Carter first appeared before the council at a meeting in March, seeking increases for his staff, noting they had received no salary adjustments in several years. At that meeting Whitfield expressed sympathy with the situation but voiced opposition to
Tri-County Fair Board Prepares for 2026 Fair
Terri Ann Hall Contributing Writer The Tri-County Fair Board has announced updates and continued planning for the upcoming 2026 fair, scheduled for May 26–30 in Marvell. The board originally confirmed the new early summer dates in January and has been meeting regularly since February, dedicating significant time and effort to organizing events, securing attractions, and expanding activities designed to make this year’s fair both engaging and family-friendly. Fair officials sa
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