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Obituary: Cindy Jane Cathey

Cindy Jane Cathey, age 67, of Rosie, Arkansas, passed from this life on November 13, 2025. Born on April 4, 1958, in Newport, Arkansas, Cindy was the beloved daughter of George and Laverne (Collom) Cathey. She was a devoted member of the White River Baptist Church, where her faith and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her. Cindy dedicated many years of service working at Riceland Foods in Newport. Her colleagues remember her for her har…Newport, Arkansas · Newport Read Article

"Blasted blubber beyond all believable bounds": How Oregon's exploding whale went from disaster to beloved local legend

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The explosion that sent huge chunks of whale blubber sailing into the sky is being brought to a whole new audience in a new documentary.Whales · Newport See the Story

Newport to pay for Purple People Bridge support towers amid search for permanent fix

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Newport is taking another step in its stewardship of the Purple People Bridge, entering into a short-term rental agreement to keep the emergency support system in place as plans for a permanent fix move forward.The city is entering the with LRT Restoration Technologies, LLC, for the ongoing rental and inspection of the emergency shoring system supporting the failed masonry pier on the Purple People Bridge. Newport became the official owner of th…Newport, Arkansas · Newport See the Story

Arkansas State University System president set to begin search for 2 new chancellors | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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Arkansas State University System President Brendan Kelly hopes to have recommendations to present to the ASU System board of trustees for new chancellors at Arkansas State University-Newport and Arkansas State University Mid-South within the next four months.Newport, Arkansas · Newport Read Article

Obituary: William “Bill” McElvaney Jr.

William “Bill” McElvaney Jr., 83, of Newport, passed from this life on October 30, 2025. He was born in Oxford, Mississippi, to William McElvaney Sr. and Doris (Crowder) McElvaney. Bill lived a life defined by hard work, kindness, and quiet strength. For many years, he served as the store manager at Van Atkins in Newport, where his professionalism, warm personality, and attention to detail earned him the respect and friendship of both customers …Newport, Arkansas · Newport Read Article

Obituary: Betty Louise Tucker

Betty Louise (Batson) Tucker, 90, of Newport, passed from this life on October 19, 2025. She was born on January 2, 1935, in Newport, Arkansas, to Ruby (Brownlow) Shaw. A lifelong resident of Newport, Betty was known for her strong faith and loving heart. She was a member of the Holden Avenue Church of Christ, where she found strength and purpose throughout her life. Betty had a giving spirit and a deep love for animals, often rescuing them and …Newport, Arkansas · Newport Read Article

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Obituary: Cindy Jane Cathey

"Blasted blubber beyond all believable bounds": How Oregon's exploding whale went from disaster to beloved local legend

Obituary: Elouise (Stacy) Hite

Obituary: Patty (Jordan) Lane

Obituary: Elizabeth “Patty” Simpson

Newport to pay for Purple People Bridge support towers amid search for permanent fix

Arkansas State University System president set to begin search for 2 new chancellors | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Obituary: William “Bill” McElvaney Jr.

Obituary: Betty Louise Tucker

Obituary: Betty Louise (Batson) Tucker

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Obituary: Cindy Jane Cathey

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Newport to pay for Purple People Bridge support towers amid search for permanent fix

Arkansas State University System president set to begin search for 2 new chancellors | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Obituary: William “Bill” McElvaney Jr.

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Obituary: Cindy Jane Cathey

"Blasted blubber beyond all believable bounds": How Oregon's exploding whale went from disaster to beloved local legend

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Obituary: Patty (Jordan) Lane

Obituary: Elizabeth “Patty” Simpson

Newport to pay for Purple People Bridge support towers amid search for permanent fix

Arkansas State University System president set to begin search for 2 new chancellors | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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Obituary: Betty Louise (Batson) Tucker

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Obituary: Cindy Jane Cathey

"Blasted blubber beyond all believable bounds": How Oregon's exploding whale went from disaster to beloved local legend

Obituary: Elouise (Stacy) Hite

Obituary: Patty (Jordan) Lane

Obituary: Elizabeth “Patty” Simpson

Newport to pay for Purple People Bridge support towers amid search for permanent fix

Arkansas State University System president set to begin search for 2 new chancellors | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Obituary: William “Bill” McElvaney Jr.

Obituary: Betty Louise Tucker

Obituary: Betty Louise (Batson) Tucker

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