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A Saturday evening shooting in Foxworth claimed the life of Shanetra Batie, while the male suspect, Christever Batie, is...
06/23/2025

A Saturday evening shooting in Foxworth claimed the life of Shanetra Batie, while the male suspect, Christever Batie, is in critical condition following a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

A Saturday evening shooting in Foxworth claimed the life of Shanetra Batie, while the male suspect, Christever Batie is in critical condition following a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

Doane inducted into Phi Theta Kappa
06/23/2025

Doane inducted into Phi Theta Kappa

Maybe you’ve wondered why Entergy has a monopoly. I have. Why no competitors? Isn’t competition good? Doesn’t it encoura...
06/22/2025

Maybe you’ve wondered why Entergy has a monopoly. I have. Why no competitors? Isn’t competition good? Doesn’t it encourage innovation? Doesn’t innovation lead to better things and better ways of doing things? And to higher standards of living and better lives? Can’t and don’t monopolies stifle competition and take advantage of customers and drive up prices?
The answer to all these questions is yes.

Maybe you’ve wondered why Entergy has a monopoly. I have. Why no competitors? Isn’t competition good? Doesn’t it encourage innovation? Doesn’t innovation lead to better things and better ways of doing things? And to higher standards of living and better lives? Can’t and don’t monopolies ...

As the Apostles transition from literally following Jesus in ministry to allowing the Holy Spirit to direct their effort...
06/22/2025

As the Apostles transition from literally following Jesus in ministry to allowing the Holy Spirit to direct their efforts, we find Peter and John about to enter the temple at the ninth hour (3 p.m.) to pray.

A Saturday evening shooting in Foxworth claimed the life of one female victim, while the male suspect is in critical con...
06/22/2025

A Saturday evening shooting in Foxworth claimed the life of one female victim, while the male suspect is in critical condition following a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Nobody else was harmed in the incident.

Beating the heat by working ahead
06/21/2025

Beating the heat by working ahead

See which Marion County stars were the best at their respective position in this year's All-Marion County Softball 1st T...
06/21/2025

See which Marion County stars were the best at their respective position in this year's All-Marion County Softball 1st Team.

Jail Docket: June 19, 2025
06/20/2025

Jail Docket: June 19, 2025

Obituary: Thomas Nile Fortenberry
06/20/2025

Obituary: Thomas Nile Fortenberry

Make your selection for softball's Most Improved Player. An account is required to vote, but a subscription is not.
06/19/2025

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Make your selection for softball's Breakout Star of the Year. An account is required to vote, but a subscription is not.
06/19/2025

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