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Wynne police join national ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign to promote seat belt safety
WYNNE — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Wynne Police Department are urging drivers to buckle up ahead of a national “Click It or Ticket” high-visibility seat belt enforcement effort. The national seat belt campaign, which coincides with the Memorial Day holiday, runs from Monday, May 20, through Sunday, June 2.
Cross County School District launches summer feeding program
CHERRY VALLEY — The Cross County School District has announced the launch of its summer feeding program. The goal of the program is to ensure children in the community have access to healthy and nourishing meals during summer break. Food deliveries will begin on Wednesday, May 29, and continue through July.
Wynne Intermediate House of Reveur pays tribute to first responders during National Police Week
WYNNE — Students in the Wynne Intermediate School House of Reveur visited the Wynne Police Department, Wynne Fire Department, and Cross County Sheriff’s Office yesterday in honor of National Police Week. National Police Week has been celebrated since 1962 during the week of May 15 and is a...
FarmFest unveils details of inaugural Backyard Grillmaster contest
WYNNE — Wynne FarmFest has released more details on the inaugural Backyard Grillmaster contest during this year’s FarmFest. The competition will be held on Friday, June 7, at the Wynne Sports Complex. There is a $50 entry fee. Check, cash, PayPal, and Cash App will be accepted. Check-in...
Wynne High School set to celebrate graduation at First National Bank Arena
WYNNE — Wynne High School will graduate a class of around 140 this Sunday. The ceremony will be held at 5 p.m. at the First National Bank Arena. There are 24 honor graduates at Wynne. They are Ally Glover, Reece Roberts, Riley Sanders, Reagan Smith, Nayshaun Warren, Mackenzie Smith, Cole Burmingham, Ella Schlenker, Abby Scarbrough, Caitlyn Arnold, Danielle Kerr, Hugh Owens Jr., Tyler Bushey, Carl Rowton, Brayden Mattox, Mariah Dixon, Shea Walton, Kaylee Leake, Samuel Smith, Hugo Hess, Amie Fall, Xavier Long, Jace McDaniel, and Kenleigh Ferguson.
Cross County Library launches Summer Reading Program: ‘Adventure Begins at Your Library’
WYNNE — The Cross County Library is gearing up for its annual Summer Reading Program. The theme for this year’s program, which runs through June and July, is “Adventure Begins at Your Library.”. Ashlynn Owens is the coordinator for this year’s Summer Reading Program. She said this...
P.E.O. Sisterhood awards scholarships at Wynne Senior Honors Assembly
WYNNE — The Wynne Chapter AY and Chapter CP of the P.E.O. Sisterhood presented scholarships during this week’s Wynne High School Senior Honors Assembly. P.E.O. Sisterhood is an international organization for women dating back to 1869. The organization is committed to the advancement of women by providing educational opportunities through loans, grants, and scholarships. The Sisterhood also owns and supports Cottey College in Nevada, Missouri.
Wynne’s Ketchum earns Chamber’s ‘Salute to Education’ scholarship
WYNNE — Wynne High School senior Lauren Ketchum is this year’s recipient of the Cross County Chamber of Commerce’s “Salute to Education” scholarship. Ketchum received the award during this week’s honors assembly. Ketchum has a 3.8 GPA, more than 118 hours of community service,...
2 dead in Lee County plane crash, State Police confirm
MARIANNA, Ark (KTVE/KARD) — On Sunday, May 12, 2024, at around 9 p.m., the Lee County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) dispatch received a report of a possible plane crash in Lee County. According to witnesses, the privately-owned plane was traveling from Florida to the Batesville airport. At around 8 p.m., family members of the victims had […]
Yellowjackets return to spring football, Totty optimistic for stronger season ahead
WYNNE — The Wynne Yellowjackets are back on the gridiron for the start of spring football after a challenging first year for coach Clay Totty. The Jackets finished the 2023 season 5-5-1 and made the playoffs, which should be considered an accomplishment following the tornado. “I was proud of...
Womack, Lady Rebels Blank Lady Bears In 2A Semifinals
PALESTINE - Woodlawn could never figure out Riverside pitcher Klaire Womack as she pitched a no hitter to lead the Lady Rebels to a 5-0 win over the Lady Bears in the Class 2A state semifinals Saturday afternoon at Palestine-Wheatley High School.Womack and the Lady Rebs have been nearly perfect this season as they advance to the state championship game with a 27-1 record. Their only setback this year was a 13-0 loss to Green County Tech, a team which advanced to the Class 5A state semifinals on Saturday. Woodlawn Coach Synthia English, who was filling in for head coach Kyle Thaxton (see related story this issue), had high praise for Womack."As a junior, she is phenomenal," English said. "Her movement is crazy. You can only do one of two things, you can either scoot up (in the batter's box) and get in close, or you can stay normal That girl can just swing it. That rising ball is just beautiful." Woodlawn batters did move to the front of the box to get in front of Womack's movement, but English said the pitches were coming too quick to make much contact.Over the first three innings, it looked as though it was going to be a pitching battle between Womack and Lady Bears ace Lilly Faye McWhorter.The only hit over the stretch came from Womack herself when she was sent an 0-2 pitch over the left field fence to give the Lady Rebels a 1-0 lead.As the game wore on, it became evident that McWhorter was starting to struggle. McWhorter was sidelined for the final three weeks of the regular season with a nagging injury. She became active again during the regional tournament, used mostly in relief roles before getting to start in the regional finals. After retiring the first two batters she faced in the fourth inning, McWhorter gave up a walk and then Riverside's Ryley Eakins doubled into right. Both runners end up scoring off a fielding error to give the Lady Rebs a 3-0 lead. McWhorter returned in the fifth inning, and after the leadoff batter reached on an error, she retired…
Wynne dealing with vehicle break-ins
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The city of Wynne has been dealing with break-ins and needs the public’s help to stop them. Wynne Police Chief Richard Dennis said the break-ins have happened in spurts and they’ve had up to seven break-ins in the last two weeks. The chief said the thieves are targeting any neighborhood.
Wynne FarmFest to kick off next week with weeklong celebration
WYNNE — Wynne FarmFest will begin one week from today and it will continue until Saturday, June 8. The carnival will open next Thursday and it will be open through FarmFest weekend, from next Thursday to next Saturday. Lexi Gahr of the Cross County Chamber talks about the changes to this year’s FarmFest.
Wynne Yellowjackets announce sign-ups and tryouts for baseball, softball, and soccer
WYNNE — Wynne Yellowjacket Athletics has announced sign-ups for baseball, softball, and soccer for the 2024-2025 school year. Wynne Yellowjackets baseball has postponed varsity and junior varsity tryouts for students entering grades 9 through 12. The tryouts were originally scheduled for Friday, but have been postponed due to the weather.
Wynne schools announce later start Mondays for teacher collaboration in 2024-25 school year
WYNNE — The Wynne School District has announced changes to the schedule for the 2024-2025 school year. The district said the adjustment is designed to support teachers’ ongoing collaboration in the Professional Learning Community process. The Professional Learning Community (PLC) allows teachers to work together to improve their...
Wynne students to perform during Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards
MEMPHIS, Tennessee — Two Wynne High School students will have the unique opportunity to grace The Orpheum stage this week during the annual High School Musical Theatre Awards. Wynne freshman Karleigh Armstrong and junior Bailee Vanlandingham were chosen to participate in the opening and closing numbers during the awards...
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