Osceola News

I am looking for relatives with the last name Artis. Henry Clay Artis and his wife Lena Mae Dunnavint lived in West Tennessee most of their lives but did move to Osceola, Arkansas for a short period of time in ...

I am looking for any one related to George Thomas Goble or Ollie Free Goble. They lived in the rural area near Osceola, Arkansas.

One crop seems to handle adversity better than any other for Newport, Ark., farmer Malcolm Haigwood - grain sorghum.

Approximately 8,300 acres of wheat are planted in Poinsett County alone with an estimated yield of around 345,000 bushels.

Although an arrest has been made, the Osceola Police Department is still investigating the death of a three year old girl that occurred last Sunday.

Coast Guard officials say two men were rescued early Wednesday afternoon, June 4, 2008 after the men's canoe capsized in the Mississippi River.

“We have approximately 50 female residents in there now”

Arkansas Department of Community Correction Director David Guntharp recalled receiving a call about three years ago from Washington County Judge Jerry Hunton indicating that there was an old county jail ... via Northwest Arkansas Times

Osceola's own, Buddy Jewell, is having a Fan Club party. It's a chance to chat with Buddy and hear some really good "solo acoustics."

Buy online, in advance and save 40%. Take this opportunity to visit with Buddy and his fans.

Friday, June 6th, 2-5 PM at the New Century Buffet in Antioch Tn

Also, check out his website. There are still a few of the "limited edition" CDs available.

Company owner Carl Ueland of Actagro LLC said Friday he plans to hire 15 people initially.

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Residents of Osceola are invited and encouraged to attend a PUBLIC MEETING, March 29, 2008, 2:00 pm, at the Fruit of the Loom building in Osceola at 1425 Ohlendorf Rd. (directly east of American Greetings).

The meeting will be used to gather pubic opinion of a proposal and grant to renovate the Fruit of the Loom's cafeteria into a cafeteria/banquet hall, which will be available for public use.

If you have any questions or want additional information, post a response.

Please come out and worship with us as we celebrate 97 years of documented existence in the Osceola community.

Congratulation to Brother Greg Brown and the wonderful people at New Mt. Pleasant M.B. Church on South Broadway in Osceola.

Many events are happening this weekend, but if you have time for some good ole southern M.B. gospel, this will be an event not to be missed. Brother Richardson will be the presenter.

As per the School Board's decision Thursday, January 24th, 2008.

The following story is from Ednews.org - The Internets #1 Source For Educational News and Information.

BEST IN THE NATION: FALL 2007 “INVESTWRITE” STUDENT ESSAY WINNERS ANNOUNCED

National Competition Showcases Students' Financial Analysis and Writing Skills

Plains Cooperative Oil Mill, a 61-year veteran in processing cottonseed in the Southern Plains, will begin this year processing canola, sunflowers and other oil seeds for food and biofuels.

Follow the URL for more info. See if any farmers would be interested.

Call Osceola Chamber of Commerce - 870 563-2281 for more information.

On January 28th, at 12:00 noon, The Chamber will host a Dutch Treat Luncheon to announce the availability of Arkansas' very first health insurance purchasing group, the Chamber Alliance Program. Qual Choice is the carrier.

Tickets are only $5, and will definitely sell out quickly. Catering provided by Troy's Delta Commissary. Event will be held at the Chamber of Commerce's Ohlendorf Civic Center. Richard Eden will be giving the program, followed by question and anwers.

Everyone has fun.

Every Thursday, around 6:00 pm, they come. It's the hottest action in town, outside Sunday's service at The Living Word Cathedral. Everyone is excited, dabbers in hand.

Last night was no exception. The $500 jackpot was up to 60 numbers, and playing was intense. No room for joking or talking... last night was serious money night - every eye on the screen looking to see what number would be next. No one hit the big jackpot. Next week will be a madhouse!

“My car was smashed, there was a tree limb through it, the shed turned over, a house had a tree all the way through it”

Posted by Kelly Hessedal Severe weather sends metal structure crashing down on SUV Witnesses say tornado touched down between Wilson and Osceola 18-wheeler flipped over Storage shed crashed on top of an SUV A ... via WREG-TV Memphis

A large tree was brought down by a tornado that hit Mississippi County, Arkansas January 8, 2008. via WLMT

Two people were killed today in separate crashes, the Missouri State Patrol said. via STLtoday

Plum Point Energy Associates owns about 57% of the 665-MW Plum Point power plant currently under construction near Osceola, Ark. via SNL Financial