Stories from Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Mason Farmer, 36, of Widener, Ark., passed away on November 19, 2018, at his home. He was born on April 20, 1982, and grew up in the Rector area, where he later graduated high school. Mason was preceded in death by his mother, Jamie Robinson; along with his grandparents, Frank Farmer, Eugene Robinson and Barbara Bradford...

Virginia Dale Reid, daughter of the late Everett Blanchard and Pauline (Gurley) Blanchard, was born January 29, 1937, in Kennett, Mo., and departed this life on November 20, 2018, at the age of 81 years, nine months and 22 days. Virginia married Daniel Reid on July 4, 1981, in Jacksonville, Ark. And he preceded her in death...

Boys and girls see early season play

Rector girls and boys squad in action

Presentation made to library staff

12 Days of Christmas to begin Dec. 8

Reorganization of detention center discussed at great length

Eskew named Chairman of the Board

Set to compete at the national level