Aprille Hanson
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Recent Stories by Aprille Hanson
Walter G. Klugh Jr.: A calming touch and a zest for life
posted: 01/26/2013 4:34 a.m. Discuss
Dr. Walter G. “Buddy” Klugh Jr. had a “calming” demeanor, making his job of easing people into slumber a little easier, his son said.
Frank Raymond Ludwig: Doctor faithfully prayed every day
posted: 01/25/2013 4:30 a.m. Discuss
Even if it was 2 a.m. or 3 a.m., Dr. Frank Raymond Ludwig would walk into the hospital with a smile on his face, ready to try and save a life.
Susan Elizabeth Fiser Barham: English teacher always in vogue
posted: 01/24/2013 4:41 a.m. Discuss
Susan Barham’s Southern grace, biting wit and an openness to the world’s beauty was similar to one of her literary heroes, Flannery O’Connor, her family and friends said.
Bobby R. Woodard: Ex-county judge known for humor
posted: 01/23/2013 3:28 a.m. Discuss
In Mexico, some people may really believe they met the king of rock ’n’ roll, thanks to Bobby R. Woodard. Though he couldn’t speak a lick of Spanish, Woodard had about eight to 10 locals around him at a Mexican bar in the early 1970s, laughing up a storm.
Bettie Lee Gortney House: Polio survivor, beloved mother
posted: 01/22/2013 3:47 a.m. Discuss
According to her birth certificate, Bettie House was born Feb. 22, 1925, before a fire raged through Newport in March and destroyed several homes and businesses. Her birth records were destroyed and reprinted, but it wasn’t until years later that she realized the glaring error.
Joe Bruick: Catholic deacon a willing servant
posted: 01/19/2013 2:04 a.m. Discuss
Every year, deacon Joe Bruick would meet with a certain parishioner to honor the man’s late wife.
Is tree service insured? Check on that advised
posted: 01/18/2013 2:21 a.m. Discuss
Before a homeowner allows a tree service worker to begin work on his property, he should ask for proper documentation to make sure that the individual is both licensed and insured, said Donn Vangsnes, safety director for West Tree Service in Little Rock.
Shanita Diane Leverett: NLR hairstylist loved family, God
posted: 01/18/2013 2:02 a.m. Discuss
When Shanita Diane Leverett of North Little Rock sang the faith-filled song, “God is Keeping Me,” it gave her renewed hope as she struggled with congestive heart failure.
Reputation hurting Harrison, mayor says
posted: 01/16/2013 3:09 a.m. Discuss
Harrison Mayor Jeff Crockett said Tuesday that the city’s economy and school district have suffered because the community is perceived as bigoted. Crockett spoke at Philander Smith College at the Martin Luther King Jr. Commission’s Day of Service Celebratory and Service Component in honor of King’s birthday.
Mike Pyron: Appraiser had love of numbers
posted: 01/16/2013 3:03 a.m. Discuss
In Mike Pyron’s more than 30 years as a real estate appraiser, he earned the highest certifications in his field from the Appraisal Institute, making him a sought-after expert beyond state lines.
