The Mena Chamber of Commerce will be undergoing a series of changes, including leaving the historic depot for a new office location.(Photo by Andy Philpot)

The Mena Chamber of Commerce is beginning a series of significant changes and occurrences, beginning with the resignation of Lynn Oglesby as Executive Director of the Chamber.

After a verbal resignation of her position effective May 9, Oglesby finished out last week in the office, and will be taking a position with Nationwide Insurance. Oglesby resigns after being with the Chamber for over 14 years.

“It’s time for a change for the Chamber,” Oglesby said. “The Chamber will do just fine. I’m excited about the changes, and my chance at a new job opportunity.”

With the void left, volunteers, as well as the Executive Board will carry out the duties performed by Oglesby.

The Executive Board consists of Cyndie Crider, Executive President, Dean Boyd, Executive Vice-president, and Greg Goss, Executive Vice-president.

Crider will oversee day-to-day operations, as well as events and promotions.


May 8, 2008, 07:30


Manhunt results in capture of felon in Cove; charges of kidnapping and robbery

On Monday morning at approximately 1:00 a.m., Deputy Bo Hays checked a 2005 Chevrolet pickup that was parked at roadside South of Hatfield, Arkansas.

Keith Miller charged with kidnapping and robbery

Upon enquiry, it was determined it was being driven by a white male identified as Keith Miller.

When Deputy Hays determined nothing physically wrong with the driver, he returned to his unit. He was then advised by Polk County Dispatch that the truck license given had returned as stolen from Hillsboro, Texas
May 8, 2008, 06:56


Recreational and Cultural Complex grand-opens five-field baseball, softball system; games begin

The Mena Recreational and Cultural Complex debut the five completed fields Saturday morning for the spring and summer season. Helping dedicate were Mayor George McKee, Aubrey Tapley, Andy Brown, and Cathy Gorden. The debut of the five ball fields comes four years after the project groundbreaking. (Photo by Andy Philpot)

The official Grand Opening of the baseball fields at the Mena Recreational and Cultural Complex was held Saturday morning, marking a milestone in a multi-year project.

Aubrey Tapley welcomed the crowd of public figures, parents, and youth to the five-field system that has been in the works since the groundbreaking took place on the property four years ago.

The 87-acre lot of land that makes up the Complex is a work in progress that is estimated to take up to ten additional years to complete, according to Tapley.


May 8, 2008, 06:39


RMCC Presidential search adds three candidates

MENA - The RMCC Board of Trustees voted unanimously on Thursday evening to invite additional candidates to interview for the position of College President.  

An attempt was made to reschedule Dr. Jimmy Cargill, one of the finalists who encountered a scheduling conflict during the week of interviews, and was unable to attend. Cargill was contacted, but withdrew his name from consideration


May 8, 2008, 06:33