Eldorado News-Times

Strong-Huttig School District says farewell to Superintendent Alphin Teachers and community members of Strong turned out on Thursday afternoon to send off Superintendent Jeff Alphin. He announced his retirement in January and his last day will be June 30. by Michael Shine 1 day ago

Quorum Court demands help from software company Complaints about a software used during a previous Union County officeholder’s term led two company officials to attend the most recent Quorum Court meeting in an attempt to both clarify and fix any issues. by Caitlan Butler 1 day ago

Extradition hearing held for woman who was initially cited for traffic violations An extradition hearing was held Friday for an El Dorado woman who was wanted in Texas for parole revocation and who was initially cited for traffic violations stemming from a vehicle accident. by Tia Lyons 1 day ago

Civil Service Commission to review EPD tattoo policy With outdoor temperatures rising, tattooed officers with the El Dorado Police Department may soon be able to roll up their sleeves. by Tia Lyons 1 day ago

Dragons' Hodge caps memorable season with MVP From the start of his freshman year, Keelan Hodge has always been tabbed to pitch in Junction City’s biggest games. by Jason Avery 1 day ago

Latest News

Tornado warnings issued in eastern Arkansas; at least one tornado confirmed, forecasters say The National Weather Service has issued tornado warnings in parts of Arkansas, and a tornado watch is in effect for much of the rest of the state until 8 p.m. by Stephanie Nielson, Josh Snyder Updated 7 hrs. ago

Flooding disrupts farm shipments on the Mississippi River OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Historic flooding has left parts of the Mississippi River closed for business. by The Associated Press 16 hrs. ago

In clash with Congress, weak legal case may still help Trump WASHINGTON (AP) — For all of President Donald Trump's talk of winning, his lawyers are using a legal argument that many scholars say is a pretty sure loser as his team tries to defy congressional attempts to investigate him. Yet they may end up delaying the investigations with their argument, and that could be a win in itself. by The Associated Press 16 hrs. ago

Local News

Union County designated a Purple Heart County Union County received the designation as a Purple Heart County at the most recent meeting of the Union County Quorum Court. by Caitlan Butler

Toy drive for Arkansas Children’s Hospital being held in memory of Ashley County girl The Southside Crew Riding Club has organized a toy drive in memory of club President Blake Rhodes’ niece, Jordan Denise Huff. by Caitlan Butler

State News

Longtime Arkansas teacher awarded computer science honor LITTLE ROCK (AP) — A longtime math teacher who switched to computer science three years ago recently won Arkansas' inaugural Computer Science Educator of the Year Award. by HUNTER FIELD Arkansas Democrat-Gazette 2 hrs. ago

Longtime Alma High School principal retires after 38 years ALMA (AP) — Jerry Valentine graduated from Alma High School in 1975 — a standout athlete, well-mannered, respectful teenager with high aspirations. by KEVIN TAYLOR Southwest Times Record 2 hrs. ago

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Sports

Lady Bucks still stinging after loss Smackover set a state single-season record with a whopping 47 home runs in 2019. But the Lady Buckaroos managed just one hit against Sydney Ward in a 3-0 loss to Paris in the second round of the 3A State Tournament. One loss shouldn’t take the shine off a 26-4 season, which included a district and regional championship. by Tony Burns

Dragons' Hodge caps memorable season with MVP From the start of his freshman year, Keelan Hodge has always been tabbed to pitch in Junction City’s biggest games. by Jason Avery

Living

WWII Marine to receive degree from EHS Rudolph Nelson was 17 when he left high school and enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard and the Army Reserves to participate in World War II. by Michael Shine

Former EHS student returns to earn degree Roy Harbour had completed tenth grade when he left high school and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. by Michael Shine

Religion

From the pulpit, 05-18-19 Ancient Words: Faces of the Cross, Face of 2 Stone Tablets

In the Churches, 05-18-19 Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church will be holding its 12th Anniversary at 3 p.m. tomorrow, honoring the Rev. Stanley Stigars. Guest pastor and church will be Pastor Roy C. Aaron and First St. James Baptist Church.

Business

U.S. targets $300B of Chinese goods for new tariff hikes BEIJING — U.S. officials listed $300 billion more of Chinese goods for possible tariff hikes while Beijing vowed Tuesday to "fight to the finish" in an escalating trade battle that is fueling fears about damage to global economic growth. by The Associated Press

Walmart ups the delivery game with next-day shipping NEW YORK — Walmart is rolling out free next-day delivery on its most popular items, increasing the stakes in the retail shipping wars. by The Associated Press