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Betty Epson of Deer

Betty Clayborn Rich Epson, 82, of Deer AR., passed away on July 29, 2023. She was born on February 19, 1941, in Hurricane, Arkansas, the daughter of George Floyd and Will Lee Opal Clayborn.

CAPES Falls Short by 978

Steve Grappe, Executive Director of CAPES Little Rock – The Secretary of State’s office contacted Steve Grappe, Executive Director of CAPES, with the disappointing news that the petition effort of the organization fell short of the minimum required signatures. Grappe stated, “We certainly appreciate the efforts and impartiality of the Secretary of State’s office to expedite this process as quickly and as accurately as possible.

Paula Lea of Harrison

Paula Lynette Lea peacefully passed away in her sleep on August 4, 2023. Born on December 12, 1964, in Harrison. Paula was the beloved daughter of Marilyn Whynice Ruff and Brice Albert Blair. S Paula was a devoted wife to her beloved husband Mike Lea and a nurturing mother to her two sons and a daughter.

Pearl Briggs of Flippin

Pearl Fay Briggs, age 78, of Flippin, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, August 3, 2023, at her home. Pearl was born March 14, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan to Pavao and Margaret Ailene (Bryant) Grahovac.

Flippin PD Hiring a Patrol Officer

The City of Flippin is currently accepting applications for the position of patrol officer. If interested in the position, We Encourage You to Apply! You can pick up an application from City Hall in Flippin located at 239 East Main Street, or visit our website www.flippincity.com If unable to obtain an application, contact our office and request one to be emailed to you.

Crimes of the Heart at the Playhouse

Twin Lakes Playhouse announces its fourth production of the season, Crimes of the Heart. Opening Friday night, August 11, this tragicomedy relates the story of the three Magrath sisters, Meg, Babe and Lenny, who reunite at Granddaddy’s home in Mississippi after Babe shoots her abusive husband.

Howard Morrow Jr of Yellville

Howard Morrow Jr.” Junior”, age 89, of Yellville, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023, in Mountain Home. Junior was born May 30, 1934, in Yellville to Walter Howard and Thelma Opal Camp Morrow. He lived on the farm where he was born.

Carl Wilson of Alpena

Carl Henry Wilson, 75, of Alpena passed away on August 2, 2023. He was welcomed at heaven’s gate with open arms by his heavenly father and his parents Henty and Shirley (Pruett) Wilson.