The railroads changed everything in Arkansas. Following the Civil War, as railroads were built across the state, lumber companies began clearing virgin timber. In the Delta, the land left behind was drained and then used to raise cotton, which dominated the Arkansas economy at the time.
The senior sprinter 'was phenomenal' at the Class A state meet, winning a state title, finishing as runner-up in two other races and setting three school records while helping the Blue Devils place second.
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Leavitt’s Blaine Clark vaults himself toward the bar during Wednesday’s pole vault event in Turner during a dual meet with Edward Little. Clark finished second.
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Well-rounded teams with strong potential in all events means Leavitt coach Will Parkin is confident his Hornets should have a successful season.
“The boys on this team are all fierce competitors,” Parkin said. “Whether they are talented newcomers or returning upperclassmen, everyone gives it their all and pushes those around them. Having so many inconsistencies in the past year in terms of athletics has pushed them even harder, and they’re all ready to perform their best this season.”