History, Rather Than Haunting Purpose Of Oct. 12 Cemetery Tour Ashley Thompson acknowledges that an evening visit to a cemetery can be an eerie experience for some people. However, her reason for coordinating a cemetery walk Oct. 12 has nothing to do with haunting, but everything to do with history. Thompson has been “digging up” details about some of the fascinating people who are buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery, which is located on the northern edge of the city of Doniphan... PosterboardWillis AuctionHarvest Dinner Gun ListView More Local Ads NewsLocal News Weather Electronic Edition Recent Headlines Farmer’s Market to Host Second Annual Oktoberfest Saturday Last year’s Oktoberfest was a trial run, but the second one, which will take place Oct. 19, promises to be an expanded version of the debut event. The Farmer’s Market crew has been working diligently... ‘Suspicious Behavior’ Leads To Drug Busts Ripley County deputies jailed three individuals last week whose suspicious behavior on the roadway had led to them being pulled over and investigated. Charged with a Class D felony of possession of... Road Repairs, Forest Service Plans Dominate Commissioners Meeting Ripley County Commissioners were briefed Wednesday about a US Forest Service vegetation/glade restoration plan of the 11-point ranger district. Among other things, the project would potentially... Missouri Amendments Will Challenge Voters To Make Tough Choices In addition to casting a vote for president and other elected officials, Missourians who visit the polls in November will also be asked to decide on several important, controversial amendments. These... Seven Arrested For Meth, One For Added Weapon Felony A Doniphan Police wellbeing check for a woman believed to be at a Green Street residence resulted in a drug bust and the arrest of seven suspects on felony possession of methamphetamine. Around 8... Doniphan man killed Saturday morning A Doniphan man was killed early Saturday morning in a one-vehicle crash on Highway M, five miles west of Poplar Bluff. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Perry D. Walk, 54, was westbound... Dons Take Out Dexter Bearcats For Homecoming Victory The “Season of Hampton” has shown to be a great journey thus far. Under the direction of Doniphan Football Coach Nathan Hampton the Dons gained a third consecutive win on Sept. 30 in their... Read More Correspondence Becky Hill A Good Word Teresa Lee Close To Home Bernice Riggins Ellsinore News Sharon Hastings Out West Laura Sue Hoefer From Laura Sue's Recipe Box Read More This Week's Edition View Our Archive Magazines and More Cancer Awareness Breast Cancer Awareness Salute to Agriculture Basketball Preview View Our Entire Reader Catalog Photos and Memories A Memorial Moved Thursday, Sept. 24, 1964 More Photos and Memories Fall, Football In The Air September 27, 2000 OpinionSpeakOut Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor To The Editor ... Editor, Current River Heritage Days Aftermath: The event is finished but the plans for 2025 are already on the drawing board. The Current River Heritage Days three-day festival was met with sunny skies and lots of smiles. Many thanks to all the people who participated in making the festival a success. ... We Value Your Opinions Email Address: Message: Explore More Opinion Classified ListingClassifieds Posterboard Flyers (3)Print Advertisements (3) Photo Galleries Doniphan City Wide Yard Sale Boo-Tique Festival Doniphan Women's Civic Club Fall Craft Fair Naylor Celebrates Heritage With All-Day Festival Donette Softball Game Vs Neelyville Lady Tigers 4-8 Trump speaks Thursday at the Republican National Convention 2022 OFC Basketball finals Three Rivers College Graduation sponsored by Southern Bank and Lisa Reynolds Insurance Community Calendar Deer Diaries | Speak Out | Submit Anniversary Announcement | Submit Birth Announcement | Submit Engagement Announcement | Submit Wedding Announcement | Turkey Diaries SportsSemoball 2020-21 Basketball Preview Dons Football Continues Home Sweep Senior Night Doniphan Dons Football was able to continue its home sweep Monday, Oct. 7, with a 37-0 victory against East Prairie. The Dons came out strong offensively scoring 22 points in the first quarter. East Prairie took position in the second quarter on a fumble, but Dons rallied and regained momentum... Cross Country Runners Win Big At Fall Big Springs Meet DHS Cheer Competition Team Advances To State A Coach’s Prayer-- “Prayer is what got me here... What started out as a small simple prayer became one of the biggest blessings. Year 3 has been so good to me so far! This was our 2nd year competing and we are headed to state again! I’m still amazed at what God has done. This program means so much to me and I’m so thankful that God put me here. I’d be lying if I told you that I haven’t ever questioned if I was “doing enough” or if I was meant to stay each year. But these kids remind me daily of my REASON. Coaching is more than just “coaching”. Even the thought of leaving cripples me. My life has been with Doniphan Cheer since I was a toddler. Never know what the future might hold, so I’m choosing to live in the moment from now on and soaking everything up! Enjoying the memories that have been made and looking forward to many more.” --Written by Cheer Team Coach Zachary Taylor, as he contemplated taking the competition Squad to regionals Sept. 21 in St. Louis. Naylor hurler tosses school’s first perfect game NAYLOR — The sweat was dripping as his chest pumped. Not from fear, but of the proverbial “zone” he was in as the tension mounted. Two outs in the fifth and up 10-0, Naylor senior hurler Kyle Tubb did what he does best: shut down the opposing offense en route to a perfect game against Clearwater on Sept. 10... RecordsObituaries Court Records Police & Fire Reports Public Notices Court RecordsCircuit Court Division IWarrants for Sept. 27-Oct. 4Circuit Court Division IIWarrants For Sept. 23-30Circuit Court Division IRead More Obituaries Bert Wright (10/10/24) Bertram “Bert” Edward Wright, 87, son of the late Vincent Cleo and Jessie Lea (Ryan) Wright passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at his home. He was born Jan. 10, 1937, in Gatewood. Bert graduated from Doniphan High School in 1954 and furthered his education attending both SEMO and Arkansas State University. ... Ervon Tillman (10/9/24) Ervon Lee Tillman, 94, of Doniphan, passed peacefully to his eternal home on Saturday Oct. 5, 2024 at his residence in Ripley County. He was born March 17, 1930 in Success, Ark. and was the son of Charlie and Mary Belle (Warren) Tillman. On Feb. 21, 1953 Ervon married Annabel Payne in Piggott, Ark. ... Kenneth Kane (9/18/24) Kenneth Lee Kane, 84, departed this life on Sunday, Sept. 8. He was born Oct. 31, 1939, in Doniphan, to the late Earl and Lora (Hayes) Kane. Ken, a Certified Public Accountant, served in the Air Force, as an Administrative Officer in the United States Forest Service, and in several civic-minded leadership roles. ... Read More Police & Fire Reports Doniphan Police Report An officer was dispatched Oct. 4 to a home on Locust Street in reference to a property dispute. The officer made contact with the complaining party who stated that his neighbor, who lives in the adjoining apartment, had parked his car on the Locust Street side, blocking access by the trash service to his [the reporting party’s] trash can... Ripley County Sheriff’s Report A deputy was advised Oct. 3 that Benjamin James Murphy, 22, had cut off his ankle monitor and was at a residence off 160E-24. The deputy went to that location and spoke with a juvenile who stated that Murphy was there but had fled out the back door... Ripley County Sheriff’s Report A deputy took statements from a woman Sept. 27 who reported that a 37-year-old male subject against whom she has an ex parte order is in violation. The woman alleges that as the day approaches that she must face the man in court, he has been bombarding her with text messages and phone calls from different numbers... Doniphan Police Report While on patrol Sept. 21, an officer observed a silver Hyundai traveling southbound on Walnut Street. The vehicle was operated by a white female later identified as Whitney Ray-Lee Portwood, 19, of Doniphan who, while traveling crossed the double center line three times as she approached the stop sign at Walnut and Washington Street... Read More Current conditions T-storm Light Rain Fog/Mist 70°F Weather page Forecast This Afternoon Sunny High: 66°F Tonight Clear Low: 38°F Friday Sunny High: 72°F Low: 39°F Saturday Sunny High: 72°F Low: 40°F National NewsTexas sues doctor and accuses her of violating ban on gender-affirming care Texas appeals court reverses judge's order to delay execution in shaken-baby case, last appeal filed Trump attends Al Smith charity dinner with his wife, Melania, while Harris appears virtually Latest State & Nation NewsUphill battles that put abortion rights on ballots are unlikely to end even if the measures pass US long-range B-2 stealth bombers target underground bunkers of Yemen's Houthi rebels Weird NewsGreek man convicted of causing disturbance by entering neighbors' properties to smell their shoes A wild cat native to Africa and Asia is captured in a Chicago suburb After 67 days adrift, a Russian man was rescued but his brother and nephew are dead Snake slithers through Dodgers dugout during NLCS loss to Mets Conkers controversy: World tournament investigates claims of cheating with steel chestnut
History, Rather Than Haunting Purpose Of Oct. 12 Cemetery Tour Ashley Thompson acknowledges that an evening visit to a cemetery can be an eerie experience for some people. However, her reason for coordinating a cemetery walk Oct. 12 has nothing to do with haunting, but everything to do with history. Thompson has been “digging up” details about some of the fascinating people who are buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery, which is located on the northern edge of the city of Doniphan...
Recent Headlines Farmer’s Market to Host Second Annual Oktoberfest Saturday Last year’s Oktoberfest was a trial run, but the second one, which will take place Oct. 19, promises to be an expanded version of the debut event. The Farmer’s Market crew has been working diligently... ‘Suspicious Behavior’ Leads To Drug Busts Ripley County deputies jailed three individuals last week whose suspicious behavior on the roadway had led to them being pulled over and investigated. Charged with a Class D felony of possession of... Road Repairs, Forest Service Plans Dominate Commissioners Meeting Ripley County Commissioners were briefed Wednesday about a US Forest Service vegetation/glade restoration plan of the 11-point ranger district. Among other things, the project would potentially... Missouri Amendments Will Challenge Voters To Make Tough Choices In addition to casting a vote for president and other elected officials, Missourians who visit the polls in November will also be asked to decide on several important, controversial amendments. These... Seven Arrested For Meth, One For Added Weapon Felony A Doniphan Police wellbeing check for a woman believed to be at a Green Street residence resulted in a drug bust and the arrest of seven suspects on felony possession of methamphetamine. Around 8... Doniphan man killed Saturday morning A Doniphan man was killed early Saturday morning in a one-vehicle crash on Highway M, five miles west of Poplar Bluff. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Perry D. Walk, 54, was westbound... Dons Take Out Dexter Bearcats For Homecoming Victory The “Season of Hampton” has shown to be a great journey thus far. Under the direction of Doniphan Football Coach Nathan Hampton the Dons gained a third consecutive win on Sept. 30 in their... Read More Correspondence Becky Hill A Good Word Teresa Lee Close To Home Bernice Riggins Ellsinore News Sharon Hastings Out West Laura Sue Hoefer From Laura Sue's Recipe Box Read More This Week's Edition View Our Archive
Recent Headlines Farmer’s Market to Host Second Annual Oktoberfest Saturday Last year’s Oktoberfest was a trial run, but the second one, which will take place Oct. 19, promises to be an expanded version of the debut event. The Farmer’s Market crew has been working diligently... ‘Suspicious Behavior’ Leads To Drug Busts Ripley County deputies jailed three individuals last week whose suspicious behavior on the roadway had led to them being pulled over and investigated. Charged with a Class D felony of possession of... Road Repairs, Forest Service Plans Dominate Commissioners Meeting Ripley County Commissioners were briefed Wednesday about a US Forest Service vegetation/glade restoration plan of the 11-point ranger district. Among other things, the project would potentially... Missouri Amendments Will Challenge Voters To Make Tough Choices In addition to casting a vote for president and other elected officials, Missourians who visit the polls in November will also be asked to decide on several important, controversial amendments. These... Seven Arrested For Meth, One For Added Weapon Felony A Doniphan Police wellbeing check for a woman believed to be at a Green Street residence resulted in a drug bust and the arrest of seven suspects on felony possession of methamphetamine. Around 8... Doniphan man killed Saturday morning A Doniphan man was killed early Saturday morning in a one-vehicle crash on Highway M, five miles west of Poplar Bluff. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Perry D. Walk, 54, was westbound... Dons Take Out Dexter Bearcats For Homecoming Victory The “Season of Hampton” has shown to be a great journey thus far. Under the direction of Doniphan Football Coach Nathan Hampton the Dons gained a third consecutive win on Sept. 30 in their... Read More
Correspondence Becky Hill A Good Word Teresa Lee Close To Home Bernice Riggins Ellsinore News Sharon Hastings Out West Laura Sue Hoefer From Laura Sue's Recipe Box Read More
Magazines and More Cancer Awareness Breast Cancer Awareness Salute to Agriculture Basketball Preview View Our Entire Reader Catalog
A Memorial Moved Thursday, Sept. 24, 1964 More Photos and Memories Fall, Football In The Air September 27, 2000 OpinionSpeakOut Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor To The Editor ... Editor, Current River Heritage Days Aftermath: The event is finished but the plans for 2025 are already on the drawing board. The Current River Heritage Days three-day festival was met with sunny skies and lots of smiles. Many thanks to all the people who participated in making the festival a success. ... We Value Your Opinions Email Address: Message: Explore More Opinion Classified ListingClassifieds Posterboard Flyers (3)Print Advertisements (3) Photo Galleries Doniphan City Wide Yard Sale Boo-Tique Festival Doniphan Women's Civic Club Fall Craft Fair Naylor Celebrates Heritage With All-Day Festival Donette Softball Game Vs Neelyville Lady Tigers 4-8 Trump speaks Thursday at the Republican National Convention 2022 OFC Basketball finals Three Rivers College Graduation sponsored by Southern Bank and Lisa Reynolds Insurance Community Calendar Deer Diaries | Speak Out | Submit Anniversary Announcement | Submit Birth Announcement | Submit Engagement Announcement | Submit Wedding Announcement | Turkey Diaries SportsSemoball 2020-21 Basketball Preview Dons Football Continues Home Sweep Senior Night Doniphan Dons Football was able to continue its home sweep Monday, Oct. 7, with a 37-0 victory against East Prairie. The Dons came out strong offensively scoring 22 points in the first quarter. East Prairie took position in the second quarter on a fumble, but Dons rallied and regained momentum... Cross Country Runners Win Big At Fall Big Springs Meet DHS Cheer Competition Team Advances To State A Coach’s Prayer-- “Prayer is what got me here... What started out as a small simple prayer became one of the biggest blessings. Year 3 has been so good to me so far! This was our 2nd year competing and we are headed to state again! I’m still amazed at what God has done. This program means so much to me and I’m so thankful that God put me here. I’d be lying if I told you that I haven’t ever questioned if I was “doing enough” or if I was meant to stay each year. But these kids remind me daily of my REASON. Coaching is more than just “coaching”. Even the thought of leaving cripples me. My life has been with Doniphan Cheer since I was a toddler. Never know what the future might hold, so I’m choosing to live in the moment from now on and soaking everything up! Enjoying the memories that have been made and looking forward to many more.” --Written by Cheer Team Coach Zachary Taylor, as he contemplated taking the competition Squad to regionals Sept. 21 in St. Louis. Naylor hurler tosses school’s first perfect game NAYLOR — The sweat was dripping as his chest pumped. Not from fear, but of the proverbial “zone” he was in as the tension mounted. Two outs in the fifth and up 10-0, Naylor senior hurler Kyle Tubb did what he does best: shut down the opposing offense en route to a perfect game against Clearwater on Sept. 10... RecordsObituaries Court Records Police & Fire Reports Public Notices Court RecordsCircuit Court Division IWarrants for Sept. 27-Oct. 4Circuit Court Division IIWarrants For Sept. 23-30Circuit Court Division IRead More Obituaries Bert Wright (10/10/24) Bertram “Bert” Edward Wright, 87, son of the late Vincent Cleo and Jessie Lea (Ryan) Wright passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at his home. He was born Jan. 10, 1937, in Gatewood. Bert graduated from Doniphan High School in 1954 and furthered his education attending both SEMO and Arkansas State University. ... Ervon Tillman (10/9/24) Ervon Lee Tillman, 94, of Doniphan, passed peacefully to his eternal home on Saturday Oct. 5, 2024 at his residence in Ripley County. He was born March 17, 1930 in Success, Ark. and was the son of Charlie and Mary Belle (Warren) Tillman. On Feb. 21, 1953 Ervon married Annabel Payne in Piggott, Ark. ... Kenneth Kane (9/18/24) Kenneth Lee Kane, 84, departed this life on Sunday, Sept. 8. He was born Oct. 31, 1939, in Doniphan, to the late Earl and Lora (Hayes) Kane. Ken, a Certified Public Accountant, served in the Air Force, as an Administrative Officer in the United States Forest Service, and in several civic-minded leadership roles. ... Read More Police & Fire Reports Doniphan Police Report An officer was dispatched Oct. 4 to a home on Locust Street in reference to a property dispute. The officer made contact with the complaining party who stated that his neighbor, who lives in the adjoining apartment, had parked his car on the Locust Street side, blocking access by the trash service to his [the reporting party’s] trash can... Ripley County Sheriff’s Report A deputy was advised Oct. 3 that Benjamin James Murphy, 22, had cut off his ankle monitor and was at a residence off 160E-24. The deputy went to that location and spoke with a juvenile who stated that Murphy was there but had fled out the back door... Ripley County Sheriff’s Report A deputy took statements from a woman Sept. 27 who reported that a 37-year-old male subject against whom she has an ex parte order is in violation. The woman alleges that as the day approaches that she must face the man in court, he has been bombarding her with text messages and phone calls from different numbers... Doniphan Police Report While on patrol Sept. 21, an officer observed a silver Hyundai traveling southbound on Walnut Street. The vehicle was operated by a white female later identified as Whitney Ray-Lee Portwood, 19, of Doniphan who, while traveling crossed the double center line three times as she approached the stop sign at Walnut and Washington Street... Read More Current conditions T-storm Light Rain Fog/Mist 70°F Weather page Forecast This Afternoon Sunny High: 66°F Tonight Clear Low: 38°F Friday Sunny High: 72°F Low: 39°F Saturday Sunny High: 72°F Low: 40°F National NewsTexas sues doctor and accuses her of violating ban on gender-affirming care Texas appeals court reverses judge's order to delay execution in shaken-baby case, last appeal filed Trump attends Al Smith charity dinner with his wife, Melania, while Harris appears virtually Latest State & Nation NewsUphill battles that put abortion rights on ballots are unlikely to end even if the measures pass US long-range B-2 stealth bombers target underground bunkers of Yemen's Houthi rebels Weird NewsGreek man convicted of causing disturbance by entering neighbors' properties to smell their shoes A wild cat native to Africa and Asia is captured in a Chicago suburb After 67 days adrift, a Russian man was rescued but his brother and nephew are dead Snake slithers through Dodgers dugout during NLCS loss to Mets Conkers controversy: World tournament investigates claims of cheating with steel chestnut
A Memorial Moved Thursday, Sept. 24, 1964 More Photos and Memories Fall, Football In The Air September 27, 2000
Letters to the Editor To The Editor ... Editor, Current River Heritage Days Aftermath: The event is finished but the plans for 2025 are already on the drawing board. The Current River Heritage Days three-day festival was met with sunny skies and lots of smiles. Many thanks to all the people who participated in making the festival a success. ... We Value Your Opinions Email Address: Message: Explore More Opinion
Letters to the Editor To The Editor ... Editor, Current River Heritage Days Aftermath: The event is finished but the plans for 2025 are already on the drawing board. The Current River Heritage Days three-day festival was met with sunny skies and lots of smiles. Many thanks to all the people who participated in making the festival a success. ...
Boo-Tique Festival Doniphan Women's Civic Club Fall Craft Fair Naylor Celebrates Heritage With All-Day Festival Donette Softball Game Vs Neelyville Lady Tigers 4-8
Trump speaks Thursday at the Republican National Convention 2022 OFC Basketball finals Three Rivers College Graduation sponsored by Southern Bank and Lisa Reynolds Insurance
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Dons Football Continues Home Sweep Senior Night Doniphan Dons Football was able to continue its home sweep Monday, Oct. 7, with a 37-0 victory against East Prairie. The Dons came out strong offensively scoring 22 points in the first quarter. East Prairie took position in the second quarter on a fumble, but Dons rallied and regained momentum... Cross Country Runners Win Big At Fall Big Springs Meet DHS Cheer Competition Team Advances To State A Coach’s Prayer-- “Prayer is what got me here... What started out as a small simple prayer became one of the biggest blessings. Year 3 has been so good to me so far! This was our 2nd year competing and we are headed to state again! I’m still amazed at what God has done. This program means so much to me and I’m so thankful that God put me here. I’d be lying if I told you that I haven’t ever questioned if I was “doing enough” or if I was meant to stay each year. But these kids remind me daily of my REASON. Coaching is more than just “coaching”. Even the thought of leaving cripples me. My life has been with Doniphan Cheer since I was a toddler. Never know what the future might hold, so I’m choosing to live in the moment from now on and soaking everything up! Enjoying the memories that have been made and looking forward to many more.” --Written by Cheer Team Coach Zachary Taylor, as he contemplated taking the competition Squad to regionals Sept. 21 in St. Louis. Naylor hurler tosses school’s first perfect game NAYLOR — The sweat was dripping as his chest pumped. Not from fear, but of the proverbial “zone” he was in as the tension mounted. Two outs in the fifth and up 10-0, Naylor senior hurler Kyle Tubb did what he does best: shut down the opposing offense en route to a perfect game against Clearwater on Sept. 10...
Court RecordsCircuit Court Division IWarrants for Sept. 27-Oct. 4Circuit Court Division IIWarrants For Sept. 23-30Circuit Court Division IRead More
Court RecordsCircuit Court Division IWarrants for Sept. 27-Oct. 4Circuit Court Division IIWarrants For Sept. 23-30Circuit Court Division IRead More
Obituaries Bert Wright (10/10/24) Bertram “Bert” Edward Wright, 87, son of the late Vincent Cleo and Jessie Lea (Ryan) Wright passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at his home. He was born Jan. 10, 1937, in Gatewood. Bert graduated from Doniphan High School in 1954 and furthered his education attending both SEMO and Arkansas State University. ... Ervon Tillman (10/9/24) Ervon Lee Tillman, 94, of Doniphan, passed peacefully to his eternal home on Saturday Oct. 5, 2024 at his residence in Ripley County. He was born March 17, 1930 in Success, Ark. and was the son of Charlie and Mary Belle (Warren) Tillman. On Feb. 21, 1953 Ervon married Annabel Payne in Piggott, Ark. ... Kenneth Kane (9/18/24) Kenneth Lee Kane, 84, departed this life on Sunday, Sept. 8. He was born Oct. 31, 1939, in Doniphan, to the late Earl and Lora (Hayes) Kane. Ken, a Certified Public Accountant, served in the Air Force, as an Administrative Officer in the United States Forest Service, and in several civic-minded leadership roles. ... Read More Police & Fire Reports Doniphan Police Report An officer was dispatched Oct. 4 to a home on Locust Street in reference to a property dispute. The officer made contact with the complaining party who stated that his neighbor, who lives in the adjoining apartment, had parked his car on the Locust Street side, blocking access by the trash service to his [the reporting party’s] trash can... Ripley County Sheriff’s Report A deputy was advised Oct. 3 that Benjamin James Murphy, 22, had cut off his ankle monitor and was at a residence off 160E-24. The deputy went to that location and spoke with a juvenile who stated that Murphy was there but had fled out the back door... Ripley County Sheriff’s Report A deputy took statements from a woman Sept. 27 who reported that a 37-year-old male subject against whom she has an ex parte order is in violation. The woman alleges that as the day approaches that she must face the man in court, he has been bombarding her with text messages and phone calls from different numbers... Doniphan Police Report While on patrol Sept. 21, an officer observed a silver Hyundai traveling southbound on Walnut Street. The vehicle was operated by a white female later identified as Whitney Ray-Lee Portwood, 19, of Doniphan who, while traveling crossed the double center line three times as she approached the stop sign at Walnut and Washington Street... Read More
Obituaries Bert Wright (10/10/24) Bertram “Bert” Edward Wright, 87, son of the late Vincent Cleo and Jessie Lea (Ryan) Wright passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at his home. He was born Jan. 10, 1937, in Gatewood. Bert graduated from Doniphan High School in 1954 and furthered his education attending both SEMO and Arkansas State University. ... Ervon Tillman (10/9/24) Ervon Lee Tillman, 94, of Doniphan, passed peacefully to his eternal home on Saturday Oct. 5, 2024 at his residence in Ripley County. He was born March 17, 1930 in Success, Ark. and was the son of Charlie and Mary Belle (Warren) Tillman. On Feb. 21, 1953 Ervon married Annabel Payne in Piggott, Ark. ... Kenneth Kane (9/18/24) Kenneth Lee Kane, 84, departed this life on Sunday, Sept. 8. He was born Oct. 31, 1939, in Doniphan, to the late Earl and Lora (Hayes) Kane. Ken, a Certified Public Accountant, served in the Air Force, as an Administrative Officer in the United States Forest Service, and in several civic-minded leadership roles. ... Read More
Police & Fire Reports Doniphan Police Report An officer was dispatched Oct. 4 to a home on Locust Street in reference to a property dispute. The officer made contact with the complaining party who stated that his neighbor, who lives in the adjoining apartment, had parked his car on the Locust Street side, blocking access by the trash service to his [the reporting party’s] trash can... Ripley County Sheriff’s Report A deputy was advised Oct. 3 that Benjamin James Murphy, 22, had cut off his ankle monitor and was at a residence off 160E-24. The deputy went to that location and spoke with a juvenile who stated that Murphy was there but had fled out the back door... Ripley County Sheriff’s Report A deputy took statements from a woman Sept. 27 who reported that a 37-year-old male subject against whom she has an ex parte order is in violation. The woman alleges that as the day approaches that she must face the man in court, he has been bombarding her with text messages and phone calls from different numbers... Doniphan Police Report While on patrol Sept. 21, an officer observed a silver Hyundai traveling southbound on Walnut Street. The vehicle was operated by a white female later identified as Whitney Ray-Lee Portwood, 19, of Doniphan who, while traveling crossed the double center line three times as she approached the stop sign at Walnut and Washington Street... Read More
Current conditions T-storm Light Rain Fog/Mist 70°F Weather page Forecast This Afternoon Sunny High: 66°F Tonight Clear Low: 38°F Friday Sunny High: 72°F Low: 39°F Saturday Sunny High: 72°F Low: 40°F
Forecast This Afternoon Sunny High: 66°F Tonight Clear Low: 38°F Friday Sunny High: 72°F Low: 39°F Saturday Sunny High: 72°F Low: 40°F
National NewsTexas sues doctor and accuses her of violating ban on gender-affirming care Texas appeals court reverses judge's order to delay execution in shaken-baby case, last appeal filed Trump attends Al Smith charity dinner with his wife, Melania, while Harris appears virtually Latest State & Nation NewsUphill battles that put abortion rights on ballots are unlikely to end even if the measures pass US long-range B-2 stealth bombers target underground bunkers of Yemen's Houthi rebels Weird NewsGreek man convicted of causing disturbance by entering neighbors' properties to smell their shoes A wild cat native to Africa and Asia is captured in a Chicago suburb After 67 days adrift, a Russian man was rescued but his brother and nephew are dead Snake slithers through Dodgers dugout during NLCS loss to Mets Conkers controversy: World tournament investigates claims of cheating with steel chestnut
National NewsTexas sues doctor and accuses her of violating ban on gender-affirming care Texas appeals court reverses judge's order to delay execution in shaken-baby case, last appeal filed Trump attends Al Smith charity dinner with his wife, Melania, while Harris appears virtually
Latest State & Nation NewsUphill battles that put abortion rights on ballots are unlikely to end even if the measures pass US long-range B-2 stealth bombers target underground bunkers of Yemen's Houthi rebels
Weird NewsGreek man convicted of causing disturbance by entering neighbors' properties to smell their shoes A wild cat native to Africa and Asia is captured in a Chicago suburb After 67 days adrift, a Russian man was rescued but his brother and nephew are dead Snake slithers through Dodgers dugout during NLCS loss to Mets Conkers controversy: World tournament investigates claims of cheating with steel chestnut