By: Tammy Curtis, Managing Editor 2022 was definitely a trying year for many, most will agree 2023 has to be better. Here is a look at some of the top news stories of the year brought to you by the Spring River Chronicle. January Just like the cowboys who always ride into the sunset, the cowboy in Fulton County Sheriff Albert Roork chose to take that proverbial sunset ride a year early…
Jan.14, 10 a.m.-noon: Painting White on White. Experiment painting with white watercolor on white paper using a Georgia O’Keeffe influence. Must register by calling Artist Barb Massie at 407-766-5506. FreeJan. 14, 10 a.m.–noon: (Normally every 3rd Saturday) Photography enthusiasts meet to discuss techniques and show their beautiful photos. Beginners’ welcome. Call or text Keith at 870-283-1037. FreeJanuary 18 1-3 p.m.: Mix acrylic paint colors to pour over a bowl with the excess…
Consumers, staff and friends at The Martin Center in Ash Flat enjoyed a holiday party on Dec. 21, starting with breakfast where they were joined by transportation drivers Ken Tilly and James Neal.Santa and the Grinch even showed up after lunch along with Everett and Buddy, the sneaky little elves. Christmas crafts were finished just in time to give to their family or caregivers as gifts.“Mr. John Bain, who worked here for…
By: Tammy Curtis, Managing Editor Each year a team of elves works their magic at the Highland Elks Lodge to ensure families and seniors in the area have a brighter Christmas. Beginning in August, the fundraising begins for the Elks Christmas basket program. With dinners, various raffles, silent auctions and donations, the organization helps people from children to adults raises money and donations to fill baskets with gifts and a Christmas dinner…
By: Andrea Bruner, Special to the SRC Carolyn Brewer of Wideman never had a real Barbie doll when she was a little girl - only imitations. So when her mom gave a Holiday Barbie for Christmas in 1998, a surprised Carolyn immediately understood the sentiment behind the special gift.It was the last Christmas gift her mom gave her, as she died eight months later.But her brother Charles Caperton, a resident at the…
