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Arkansas City, AR — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Put the Phone Away or Pay campaign is reminding drivers of the deadly dangers and legal consequences — including fines — of texting and other forms of messaging behind the wheel. From April 9-13, 2026, law enforcement nationwide will work together to enforce laws prohibiting distracted driving behind the wheel. These efforts come during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
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Arkansas City, AR — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Put the Phone Away or Pay campaign is reminding drivers of the deadly dangers and legal consequences — including fines — of texting and other forms of messaging behind the wheel. From April 9-13, 2026, law enforcement nationwide will work together to enforce laws prohibiting distracted driving behind the wheel. These efforts come during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
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Arkansas City, AR — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Put the Phone Away or Pay campaign is reminding drivers of the deadly dangers and legal consequences — including fines — of texting and other forms of messaging behind the wheel. From April 9-13, 2026, law enforcement nationwide will work together to enforce laws prohibiting distracted driving behind the wheel. These efforts come during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
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Photo by Clay McFerrin, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Coach Craig Walker smiles after participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the Charleston High School running track's official naming as The Craig Walker Track Field in his honor.
Hundreds gathered on a chilly Saturday morning to celebrate the dedication of the Charleston High School running track and field as The Craig Walker Track Field.
The naming honor is a tribute to the widely revered longtime Charleston Middle School physical education teacher and track and football coach who 44 years ago founded a summer youth athletic organization that earned trophies, medals and ribbons, and gave its members so much more.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Photo by Clay McFerrin, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Coach Craig Walker smiles after participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the Charleston High School running track's official naming as The Craig Walker Track Field in his honor.
Hundreds gathered on a chilly Saturday morning to celebrate the dedication of the Charleston High School running track and field as The Craig Walker Track Field.
The naming honor is a tribute to the widely revered longtime Charleston Middle School physical education teacher and track and football coach who 44 years ago founded a summer youth athletic organization that earned trophies, medals and ribbons, and gave its members so much more.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Photo by Clay McFerrin, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
Coach Craig Walker smiles after participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the Charleston High School running track's official naming as The Craig Walker Track Field in his honor.
Hundreds gathered on a chilly Saturday morning to celebrate the dedication of the Charleston High School running track and field as The Craig Walker Track Field.
The naming honor is a tribute to the widely revered longtime Charleston Middle School physical education teacher and track and football coach who 44 years ago founded a summer youth athletic organization that earned trophies, medals and ribbons, and gave its members so much more.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Jahlil Allison is charged with homicide in connection with the shooting death of Martell Bankston in Tutwiler. (Photo courtesy Tutwiler Police Department)
TUTWILER — In the wake of two unrelated shooting deaths here within a span of 14 days, the Tutwiler Board of Aldermen voted Tuesday to establish new curfews in an effort to tamp down late-night interaction that could lead to violence.
Tutwiler Police Department Investigator Casey Lewis said early Wednesday that an 11 p.m. curfew has been imposed for residents 18 and over, while an 8 p.m. curfew is in effect for anyone 17 and under.
Both the March 15 and March 29 killings occurred shortly after midnight, and everyone cited in the cases has been 18 or older.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Jahlil Allison is charged with homicide in connection with the shooting death of Martell Bankston in Tutwiler. (Photo courtesy Tutwiler Police Department)
TUTWILER — In the wake of two unrelated shooting deaths here within a span of 14 days, the Tutwiler Board of Aldermen voted Tuesday to establish new curfews in an effort to tamp down late-night interaction that could lead to violence.
Tutwiler Police Department Investigator Casey Lewis said early Wednesday that an 11 p.m. curfew has been imposed for residents 18 and over, while an 8 p.m. curfew is in effect for anyone 17 and under.
Both the March 15 and March 29 killings occurred shortly after midnight, and everyone cited in the cases has been 18 or older.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Jahlil Allison is charged with homicide in connection with the shooting death of Martell Bankston in Tutwiler. (Photo courtesy Tutwiler Police Department)
TUTWILER — In the wake of two unrelated shooting deaths here within a span of 14 days, the Tutwiler Board of Aldermen voted Tuesday to establish new curfews in an effort to tamp down late-night interaction that could lead to violence.
Tutwiler Police Department Investigator Casey Lewis said early Wednesday that an 11 p.m. curfew has been imposed for residents 18 and over, while an 8 p.m. curfew is in effect for anyone 17 and under.
Both the March 15 and March 29 killings occurred shortly after midnight, and everyone cited in the cases has been 18 or older.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
DeSOTO COUNTY — Excellence, consistency and passion have once again set Kareem Vance apart from the rest. For the second consecutive year, the Tippo native has been named DeSoto’s Best Personal Trainer, solidifying his reputation as one of the most respected and results-driven fitness professionals in the region.
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DeSOTO COUNTY — Excellence, consistency and passion have once again set Kareem Vance apart from the rest. For the second consecutive year, the Tippo native has been named DeSoto’s Best Personal Trainer, solidifying his reputation as one of the most respected and results-driven fitness professionals in the region.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
Nadiya Kuykendall, left, and Mystikal Kuykendall, right, are charged in connection with the shooting death of Roy'kivious "Roy" Sallie.
A man and woman have been arrested in connection with the death of an 18-year-old who sustained what officials described as an apparent single gunshot wound to the head.
Roy’kivious “Roy” Sallie, 18, of 2707 Sunwood Dr., Oakland — a subdivision just east of Charleston — was identified by Tallahatchie County Sheriff Jimmy Fly as the shooting victim.
Charged in Sallie’s death, according to Fly, are Nadiya Kuykendall, 25, whose driver’s license lists her residence as 20B Windmill Cove, Grenada, who is charged with first-degree murder.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Nadiya Kuykendall, left, and Mystikal Kuykendall, right, are charged in connection with the shooting death of Roy'kivious "Roy" Sallie.
A man and woman have been arrested in connection with the death of an 18-year-old who sustained what officials described as an apparent single gunshot wound to the head.
Roy’kivious “Roy” Sallie, 18, of 2707 Sunwood Dr., Oakland — a subdivision just east of Charleston — was identified by Tallahatchie County Sheriff Jimmy Fly as the shooting victim.
Charged in Sallie’s death, according to Fly, are Nadiya Kuykendall, 25, whose driver’s license lists her residence as 20B Windmill Cove, Grenada, who is charged with first-degree murder.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Nadiya Kuykendall, left, and Mystikal Kuykendall, right, are charged in connection with the shooting death of Roy'kivious "Roy" Sallie.
A man and woman have been arrested in connection with the death of an 18-year-old who sustained what officials described as an apparent single gunshot wound to the head.
Roy’kivious “Roy” Sallie, 18, of 2707 Sunwood Dr., Oakland — a subdivision just east of Charleston — was identified by Tallahatchie County Sheriff Jimmy Fly as the shooting victim.
Charged in Sallie’s death, according to Fly, are Nadiya Kuykendall, 25, whose driver’s license lists her residence as 20B Windmill Cove, Grenada, who is charged with first-degree murder.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Enjoy the fresh-from-the-garden flavor of homegrown tomatoes. Grow one or more in a container, a dedicated vegetable garden or plant them with flowers in garden beds.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
Enjoy the fresh-from-the-garden flavor of homegrown tomatoes. Grow one or more in a container, a dedicated vegetable garden or plant them with flowers in garden beds.
By Special to The Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Enjoy the fresh-from-the-garden flavor of homegrown tomatoes. Grow one or more in a container, a dedicated vegetable garden or plant them with flowers in garden beds.
By Special to The Sun-Sentinel on
2 months 3 weeks ago
Thursday April 2
Morning Star sets two-night revival
Morning Star Church of God in Christ, Tippo, will host revival services Thursday, April 2, and Friday, April 3, at 6:45 nightly. Guest speaker will be Elder Rodney Johnson. All are invited, noted pastor Bertram Bailey.
Friday April 3
Sale benefits Friendship East church
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Thursday April 2
Morning Star sets two-night revival
Morning Star Church of God in Christ, Tippo, will host revival services Thursday, April 2, and Friday, April 3, at 6:45 nightly. Guest speaker will be Elder Rodney Johnson. All are invited, noted pastor Bertram Bailey.
Friday April 3
Sale benefits Friendship East church
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Thursday April 2
Morning Star sets two-night revival
Morning Star Church of God in Christ, Tippo, will host revival services Thursday, April 2, and Friday, April 3, at 6:45 nightly. Guest speaker will be Elder Rodney Johnson. All are invited, noted pastor Bertram Bailey.
Friday April 3
Sale benefits Friendship East church
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