Nashville News Leader
Fall Hiking Challenge at Cossatot River State Park
Fall is finally here!
Cossatot River State Park is your weekend destination for fun-filled activities and guided hikes. Hike every trail in the park, self-guided...
Battle for Howard County Cup game Friday night at Mineral Springs
7-1 Dierks Outlaws @ 3-5 Mineral Springs Hornets • Friday, Oct. 30 • 7:00
“Now we turn our attention to Mineral Springs.
Rivalry games like this...
Nashville’s K9 officer retiring after 21 years of service
Police officer Greg Parker, who is the department’s “K9” officer, will retire in November after 21 years and three canine companions. Police Chief Amy...
Howard Memorial Hospital receives American Hospital Association’s 75-Year Milestone Award
Howard Memorial Hospital has received the American Hospital Association’s (AHA) 75-Year Milestone Award, recognizing 75 years of valued membership and partnership with the national...
County economic panel reports momentum in past year
By John R. Schirmer
News-Leader staff
Developing Howard County saw a “year of momentum,” Director Vanessa Weeks told the economic development panel’s annual meeting Thursday, Oct....
Mine Creek Revelations: Boo! It’s DST!
YES, I AM STILL HERE peeking out my window on Main Street, and quite frankly can Halloween and Daylight Saving Time almost be here?
They’re...
Obituary: Lester Dwayne Hornbeck
Lester Dwayne Hornbeck, 90, of Murfreesboro, Ark., finished his earthly race and stepped into eternal life with Jesus on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026.
Dwayne was...
Obituary: James Earl ‘Jim’ Stuckey
James Earl “Jim” Stuckey, age 82, passed away at his home in Nashville on Oct. 21, 2026.
Jim was born in Poyen, Ark., on March...
Obituary: Burt Weems
Burt Weems, 92, went to be with the Lord on Oct. 18, 2026.
Burt was born April 15, 1934, in Idabel, Okla., to Dewey and...
Obituary: Barbara Denny
Barbara Denny, 80, of Delight, Ark., passed away on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at her home. She was born Nov. 23, 1945, in Little...
