October 11, 2012

www. southarkansassun. com Thursday, October 11, 2012 Vol 18 No 13 8 pages 75¢ Celebrating the People of Calhoun County South Arkansas SunSouth Arkansas Sun Mayor Says Resignation Effective November 1 Hampton Mayor Phil Swofford contacted the South... More

www. southarkansassun. com Thursday, October 11, 2012 Vol 18 No 13 8 pages 75¢ Celebrating the People of Calhoun County South Arkansas SunSouth Arkansas Sun Mayor Says Resignation Effective November 1 Hampton Mayor Phil Swofford contacted the South Arkansas Sun on Wednesday stating that his “resignationiseffectiveNovember1. ” “I said you would be the first one I’d call. I see no way to accomplish the things I set out to do,” Swofford said, adding “Until they get a leader up there that everybody gets behind, it isn’t going to work. ” Council Meeting Swofford had cleaned out his desk, left his credit card, cell phone and keys on his desk and sent word via Water Supervisor Odell Nash that he resigned. Judy Southall made the announcement to the council members at the beginning of their monthly meeting Monday afternoon. With the mayor’s absence, she is actingmayor. Jamal Flynt was sworn in the seat vacated by Councilwoman Ann Broach at last month’s meeting. The council members, with By Less