Russellville News

City braces for blitz of fireworks Story date: June 30, 2009 Questions remain regarding discharge, spokesman says By Michael Ford crime@couriernews.com Independence Day isna t for another four days, but the Russellville Police Department has already received more than five times that number of fireworks complaints.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009 Local man arrested in connection with Tyson chicken theft Story date: July 1, 2009 By Michael Ford crime@couriernews.com A Russellville man was arrested Monday after allegedly breaking into two rail cars at the Tyson Foods Distribution Center and stealing two boxes of chicken, Larry Beyette of the Russellville Police ...

Tuesday, June 30, 2009 Russellville aldermen weigh HVAC options for new city hall Story date: June 30, 2009 By Cindi Nobles education@couriernews.com The Russellville City Council's renovation committee met Monday at the Russellville Municipal Airport to consider heating and cooling options for city hall, which is currently awaiting renovation.

Frasier hosts a party for an artist who announces his painting is a fake. Phillip Hayson: John Rubinstein.

Bernie is dead set against Vanessa dating, but relents when the boy in question has a positive influence on Jordan.

Russellville officer recognized by Arkansas Municipal League Story date: June 28, 2009 By Michael Ford crime@couriernews.com The Arkansas Municipal League honored Lt.

Hector council postpones smoking ban for city park Story date: June 21, 2009 Police department continues search for part-time officer By Michael Ford crime@couriernews.com HECTOR - The Hector City Council decided against adopting a smoke-free ordinance for an area of its park at Thursday's regularly scheduled meeting.

Local student gives studies a special effort Story date: June 24, 2009 By Cindi Nobles education@couriernews.com Having cerebral palsy and facing a learning deficit, obstacles present themselves daily for Christina Peres.

Thursday, June 25, 2009 Russellville SB hopes to furnish new construction using stimulus funds Story date: June 25, 2009 Superintendent says IT increases needed to retain personnel By Cindi Nobles education@couriernews.com Russellville School Board members met Tuesday night to consider the purchase of furniture for the district's under-construction ...

The bank group came to Siloam Springs five years ago when it bought Arkansas State Bank.

Man charged in May 8 shooting Story date: June 23, 2009 Suspect posts $7,500 bond By Michael Ford crime@couriernews.com A Russellville man was arrested and charged with second-degree battery Wednesday in connection with a May 8 shooting that left a 16-year-old girl severely injured.

Father, soldier gone, but not forgotten Story date: June 21, 2009 Russellville family uncovers dad's honored service more than five decades later By Michael Ford crime@couriernews.com While attempting to honor his father's service during World War II, Randy Carr of Russellville uncovered several medals his father earned, but never received - and ...

Community gardens provide more than produce Story date: June 18, 2009 By Cindi Nobles Reporter Community gardens are gaining popularity in many urban communities nationwide, but most Arkansans are fortunate enough to either have a garden or know someone who does, making it easy to get fresh produce.

An Arkansas Tech University academic building under construction will be called Centenary Hall to honor the institution's 100 years of operation, the board of trustees voted Thursday.

Police help clean up the neighborhood Story date: June 14, 2009 By Michael Ford crime@couriernews.com The Russellville Police Department sponsored the first annual Neighborhood Beautification Day from 8-11 a.m. Saturday at Southlawn Retirement Community at 1701 S. Detroit Ave.

Tuesday, June 16, 2009 Fort Smith police tracked a suspected bank robber through his mobile phone before he was arrested by authorities in Yell County.

The life and times of Some Guy Named Robb Story date: June 9, 2009 By Cindi Nobles education@couriernews.com Local residents are used to enjoying entertainment by Some Guy Named Robb, but do they know who that guy is? Some Guy Named Robb just happens to be Russellville native Robb McCormick, who has released four adult alternative albums, and made ...

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City holiday policy raises questions Story date: June 7, 2009 Alderman: - I don't think they have the right to close city offices' By Adam Franks government@couriernews.com Can a local building contractor apply for a permit at the city's Department of Public Works on the Friday before Labor Day? Could a Russellville resident pay a fine the day ...

Money to be used to expand McEver Hall Story date: June 6, 2009 For The Courier Gov.