Pettigrew, Adorno top Great American Conference baseball list

The Great American Conference announced the softball award winners for the opening week of the 2023 season. Southern Arkansas’ Alyssa Miller captured Player of the Week. Arkansas Tech’s Bailey Buffington and Oklahoma Baptist’s Kayleigh Jones shared Pitcher of the Week. GAC SOFTBALL PLAYER OF THE WEEK. Alyssa...

Fred Lilly Sr. has been named the February 2023 Betty J. Lewis Unsung Hero at Southern Arkansas University-Tech. Lilly was born on May 4, 1956 in Camden to Mayfield “Jack” and Evelyn T. Lilly. Lilly has spent his entire 42–year career as a teacher, coach, and administrator at his alma mater – Camden Fairview School District.

Ouachita Baptist University reported that 99% of its 2022 graduates are employed or furthering their education, repeating a career outcomes rate that exceeds the most recent national average of 84% and reflects the university’s sustained momentum in equipping students for postgraduate success. The 2022 career outcomes rate is based...

Magnolia Middle School Principal Gwen Carter and High School Principal Jessica Aryee told the Magnolia School Board about curriculum changes during their Monday meeting. Carter said the only tentative change is that Arkansas history may become a course at the high school. Also, social studies may be adjusted for world...

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is now accepting applications for Health Career University programs in Magnolia and Camden. Health Career University encompasses a variety of high-tech, innovative programs that provide high school and undergraduate students from underrepresented minority groups with interactive...

Elsie D. Gunnels, 87, of Emerson passed away Monday, February 6, 2023 in West Monroe, LA. Elsie was born on September 5, 1935 in the Plainfield community of Columbia County. She was a dental assistant for many years for Dr. Freeman Heck. She was a longtime faithful member of the Western Baptist Church in Plainfield. In 2019, when she moved to her daughter’s home in Downsville, LA, she became a member of the Mount Ararat Baptist Church. Elsie loved her church and church family and was always very active.

Wish we’d seen Monday night’s vivid meteorite. Many of our readers did and said so at the Magnolia Reporter page on Facebook. CLICK HERE to see it. We missed our opportunity to spot comet C/2022 E3. It’s too bad that we don’t have an active astronomy club in the area that promotes cosmic events and opportunities to view them. Something for a young space enthusiast to think about creating for the Magnolia area.

Southern Arkansas University recorded fall 2022 enrollment of 5,094. It set a school record and was 15 percent above fall 2021 enrollment. Last week, President Trey Berry announced spring 2023 enrollment of 4,677. This was a spring enrollment record for SAU. Most universities suffer a drop-off between fall and spring enrollments, but for SAU to set a spring base of almost 4,700 students is outstanding. It is a credit to the university’s recruitment efforts, which is a reflection of what SAU has to offer prospective students. Let’s hope that this momentum continues.

While last week's South Arkansas ice storm was only a rain event for Magnolia, parts of the region suffered under the weight of up to a half-inch of ice. The graphic above from the National Weather Service in Little Rock illustrates the ice distribution.

Steve Carrington, 68, of Magnolia, Arkansas passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023 at his home. Steve was born on April 28, 1954 in Dallas to the late Paul Butler and Diane Ruth (Haedge) Carrington. Steve began his career in real estate in 1981 with Eiler Realty. In 1984, he opened his own real estate business, Carrington Realty.

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Foundation will hold the 16th Annual Beads, Bags, and Bangles Kids’ College fundraiser on Thursday, March 9. Tickets for the event at Hempstead Hall in Hope are $35 each. The fundraiser starts at 6 p.m. The theme of this year’s event is “Beatles &...

New cases of COVID-19 were down Monday in Columbia, Nevada, Ouachita and Union counties, according to the Arkansas Department of Health. There were no virus-related deaths in the five-county area of South Arkansas. COVID-19 Metrics for Columbia County. Total Cumulative Cases: 6,730. Total Active Cases: 36. Down three since Sunday.

A flood warning remains in effect for the Ouachita River at Camden. Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast until further notice. At 26.0 feet, low lying pastures and timber land along the river begins to flood. Sandy Beach Park at Camden starts to flood. At 28.0 feet,...

Magnolia’s restaurant industry got a big shake-up on Monday when Jason and Casey McClure announced on the Wade’s Diner page on Facebook that its East Main location will cut hours to 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The East Main location will be closed as soon as Wade’s original West Main site can be reopened. “We are going back to the basics here at Wade’s!” the announcement said. “From the very beginning our founder & father had a concept to sell the best burgers with the best service. We want to continue to honor that vision & provide that same service & great food for years to come. With the challenges that the last few years have brought, we have made the decision to go back to where this all started at the original Wade’s on West Main.” The McClure’s intend to place the East Main location up for sale.

The number of active COVID-19 cases was unchanged in Columbia County on Tuesday, but was up slightly in Lafayette, Nevada, Ouachita and Union counties, according to the Arkansas Department of Health. There were no new virus-related deaths in the five-county area of South Arkansas. COVID-19 Metrics for Columbia County. Total...

Recent arrests made by the Magnolia Police Department. Many, but not all, of these arrests have previously been listed in our daily report Columbia County Justice and Detention Facility bookings and releases. Friday, January 27. Marshall Evans, 20, Garland, theft of property under $500. Jason Cox, 45, Stamps, shoplifting. Brandi...

Methodist Family Health Foundation has a way for Arkansans to honor the Lenten season by contributing to Arkansas’ children and. families who are abandoned, abused, neglected and managing psychiatric, emotional, behavioral and spiritual issues. The 14th Annual Get Up & Give collection project asks Arkansans to contribute necessities to...

Paulette Chappel Kilgore was born in Magnolia June 30, 1969 to the late Joe H. and Annie Mae Aubrey. On Wednesday, February 1, 2023, Paulette transitioned from this life to eternal life. Paulette graduated in 1987 from Walker High School. She enjoyed fishing and working in her flower bed. She...

Marriage licenses issued in Columbia County in February 2023 as recorded by the Columbia County Clerk. The date is the day the license was issued. Most recent licenses are listed first. David Michael Stone, 35, of El Dorado and Courtney Magen Jack, 33, of El Dorado, February 3. Darwin Mitchell...

Essie B. Turner, 87, of Waldo passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at her residence. Visitation will be 1-3 p.m. Friday, February 17 at R.L. Reed Funeral Home in Magnolia. A celebration of life service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 18, 2023 at R.L. Reed Funeral Home Chapel in Magnolia.