Donald Stuard, age 90, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Countryside Health and Rehab in Jasper, Arkansas. He was born August 26, 1935, in Sumpter, Arkansas, and was a former resident of Sumpter for many years. He was the oldest child of Anuel Richard Stuard and Vera Mae Smith Stuard, and he graduated from…
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Wilmar All-School Reunion set for Sept. 5
WILMAR, Ark. — Former students, classmates and friends of Wilmar schools are invited to attend the 2026 Wilmar All-School Reunion on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Wilmar Community Center. Doors will open at 3:30 p.m., allowing attendees time to visit and reconnect with former classmates. The reunion program will begin at 5 p.m. Tickets are…
As fall approaches, UADA experts urge cattle farmers to consider cool-season grasses
By Ryan McGeeney University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture experts are urging the state’s pasture managers to gear up for winter by planting cool-season grasses in the fall. Jonathan Kubesch, extension forage specialist for the Division of Agriculture, said that Arkansas offers some unique challenges to farmers, being in a…
AGFC Proposes Waterfowl Hunting Draw for Portion of St. Francis Sunken Lands WMA
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission at today’s meeting in Little Rock heard the first reading of a regulations proposal from AGFC staff to establish a drawn permit hunt opportunity for waterfowl on a roughly 1,000-acre portion of the 30,000-acre St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area in northeast Arkansas. By Randy Zellers, Arkansas Game…
Entergy Arkansas expands summer customer care events,offering free fans and bill assistance across the state
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – As summer temperatures continue to climb, Entergy Arkansas is expanding in-person customer care events across the state, including an additional event in Little Rock at the Watershed Family Resource Center where a limited number of free fans will be available to help customers stay cool during the hottest months of the…
UAM to Host Fall Concert Featuring Patrick Averill
The stage is set for an exciting new campus event at the University of Arkansas at Monticello. On Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., UAM will kick off the fall semester with an outdoor concert featuring country act Patrick Averill. The event will also include yard games, refreshments and opportunities for students to connect…
Jury Sentences Ashley County Man to 112 Years on Drug Trafficking Convictions
ASHLEY COUNTY, AR — The Tenth Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain announced that an Ashley County jury has convicted Aaron Dewayne Rice on multiple felony drug charges and sentenced him to a total of 112 years in the Arkansas Department of Correction. Article submitted by District Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain‘s Office The conviction stems…
Ervin Edward Henry, 1938-2026
Ervin Edward Henry age 87 of Warren, Ar passed away on Tuesday, July 14th , 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born Saturday September 24th, 1938 to the late Ed Henry and Epsie Ivey Henry. Ervin was a farmer and a very hard worker; he was always in the outdoors hunting…
8th Annual Hattie’s Hot Rods Car Show Set for Sept. 12 in Monticello
MONTICELLO, Ark. — Classic cars, custom trucks, motorcycles, food, and family fun will return to Monticello this fall as the 8th Annual Hattie’s Hot Rods Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show takes place on Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Monticello Sports Complex, located at 1930 Highway 278. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 3…
Food Truck Friday and Farmers Market set for July 17 at Pioneer Village
RISON — Pioneer Village will host a Food Truck Friday and Farmers Market from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, July 17, at 200 Yaney Drive in Rison. The community event will feature food, local farmers and artisans, along with games and activities for families of all ages. Organizers are encouraging visitors to come hungry, shop…
Warren Jr. Jacks announce 2026 football schedule
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Jr. Jacks have announced their 2026 football schedule, featuring five home dates, four road games and a preseason scrimmage. Warren will begin the season Thursday, Aug. 20, by hosting McGehee for a 6 p.m. scrimmage. The Jr. Jacks will then travel to Sheridan on Aug. 27 for their first regular-season…
Warren School District Shares Summer EBT Information for Local Families
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren School District is encouraging local families to check whether they qualify for Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer assistance, which provides additional grocery benefits while children are out of school. Qualifying families can receive $120 per eligible school-aged child to help purchase groceries during the summer. According to information shared by the…
Warren School District announces 2026-27 orientation schedule
The Warren School District has announced orientation dates and times for students attending ABC Preschool, Warren Elementary School, Brunson Elementary School, Warren Middle School and Warren High School during the 2026-27 school year. Thursday, July 30 Warren Middle School Warren High School Friday, July 31 Warren High School Tuesday, August 4 ABC Preschool Brunson Elementary…
Save on back-to-school spending during tax-free weekend starting Aug. 1
By Rebekah HallUniversity of Arkansas Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas families planning for back-to-school shopping can take advantage of the 2026 Arkansas Sales Tax Holiday, which runs Aug. 1-2. This year’s sales tax holiday will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1, and end at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2. All…
Protect children during back-to-school season by scheduling routine vaccines
By Rebekah HallUniversity of Arkansas Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — As kids prepare to return to school, parents should talk to their children’s doctors about routine vaccinations, which can help keep children healthy and safe throughout the school year. “Back-to-school preparation is about more than buying supplies,” said Heather Wingo, extension immunization educator for…
AGFC Adds Eight to List of State’s Smallmouth Bass Blue Ribbon Streams
To help the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s staff better manage the state’s streams, regulations for Arkansas’s native smallmouth bass were approved by the Commission in April, and made effective July 1, 2026, that simplify the state’s smallmouth bass regulations, placing them into two clear categories. Here is what you need to know before you…
Drew County Gospel Singing Convention Set for July 24-25 in Wilmar
WILMAR, Ark. — Gospel music enthusiasts from across southeast Arkansas are invited to attend the upcoming Drew County, Arkansas Gospel Singing Convention, which will be held Friday and Saturday, July 24-25, at Greenhill Community Baptist Church in Wilmar. The convention will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday, July 24, and continue at 10 a.m. on…
How to avoid fast fashion when back-to-school shopping this summer
By Rebekah HallUniversity of Arkansas Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — Though it can be tempting to buy inexpensive clothes from fast fashion retailers during the back-to-school shopping season, an extension expert suggests visiting thrift stores and preserving your existing wardrobe instead. “Fast fashion is a business model where clothing brands quickly mass-produce inexpensive, trendy…
Friday Night Lights Nearing for Warren Lumberjacks
WARREN, Ark. — The countdown is on for the Warren Lumberjacks’ 2026 football season, with Warren now just weeks away from returning to the field. The Lumberjacks will begin with a scrimmage against McGehee on Friday, Aug. 21, at 6 p.m. The regular season opener is set for Friday, Aug. 28, at Malvern. 2026 Warren…
Hermitage School District Open House 2026-2027
From the Hermitage School District: Join us for the 2026-2027 School Year Open House on August 6, 2026 at the Hermitage School District from 5:00p.m-7:00p.m.
COSL announces regional tax auction: Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, Lincoln Counties
LITTLE ROCK, Ark – Commissioner of State Lands Tommy Land announced the upcoming auction of tax-delinquent parcels located in Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, and Lincoln Counties on Aug. 4. The regional auction begins at 10 a.m. and will be held at the Second Baptist Church of Monticello, located at 1032 Old Warren Road.…