Monticello Rotary Club to Host First Annual Lip Sync Battle for Options on November 9

MONTICELLO, Ark. – Get ready to strut your stuff and belt out your favorite tunes—without even singing a note! The Monticello Rotary Club is thrilled to announce the first annual Lip Sync Battle for Options, happening on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church Family Life…

Breakfast with Santa and the Grinch Set for December 7 at Calhoun County Fair Building

HAMPTON, Ark. – The Calhoun County Fair & Livestock Show is gearing up for a festive holiday event on December 7, 2024, with a special breakfast featuring beloved holiday characters Santa Claus and the Grinch. The breakfast will take place at the Calhoun County Fair Building starting at 10:00 AM, offering families a fun and…

Property Planning Committee Unveils Vision for New Bradley County Entertainment Venue

The following isa press release from The Property Planning Committee for Bradley County. Saline River News will have a more in-depth report on this story this weekend or early next week. The Property Planning Committee (PPC) charged with the task of determining purpose and infrastructure for the property across from the south lawn of the…

Monticello Drops Road Game at Stuttgart in Race for a State Playoff Spot

STUTTGART, Ark. – The Stuttgart Ricebirds earned a hard-fought 38-21 victory over the Monticello Billies Friday night in front of their home crowd at Ned Moseley Stadium in an 8-4A Conference matchup. Stuttgart struck first when Cain Price connected with Johnson on a 12-yard touchdown pass, with Dawson McKelvey adding the extra point to make…

Rotary District 6170 to Unveil First Peace Pole in Fordyce on October 29

FORDYCE, Ark. – 10-21-24 – The Rotary International District 6170 is set to host a special event on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, to unveil the district’s first Peace Pole, a monument symbolizing the organization’s commitment to promoting peace. The presentation will take place at Fordyce Peace Park, located at 214 North Main Street, with a…

Blues Legend Bobby Rush to Celebrate 91st Birthday with Free Bash in Fordyce

FORDYCE, Ark. – Help celebrate the 91st birthday of blues legend and three-time Grammy winner, Bobby Rush! The “Bobby Rush Birthday Bash” is set to take place on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 300 N. Main Street in Fordyce, Arkansas. The celebration kicks off at 6:00 PM, featuring live performances from Billy Jeter, Port City…

Hometown Coffee House Awarded Hermitage Yard of the Month

HERMITAGE, Ark. – Revitalize Hermitage has announced Hometown Coffee House as the winner of their October Yard of the Month award. The local business, which features a charming seasonal display of pumpkins and vibrant yellow mums, was recognized for its fall-themed décor. The American flag waving proudly alongside the festive arrangement adds a warm touch,…

Cleveland County to Host Veterans Appreciation Dinner Featuring Major General (Ret.) Kendall Penn

RISON, Ark. – The Cleveland County community is gearing up for a special event honoring local veterans with the Cleveland County Veterans Appreciation Dinner on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds. The event, aimed at recognizing the service and sacrifices of veterans, will feature a distinguished guest speaker, Major General (Retired) Kendall…

Re-New-ing Edinburg Looks Forward to Fall Festival and Great American Cleanup

The following are the minutes from the October 14, 2024 Re-New-ing Edinburg Meeting: Roger McClellan, President, welcomed those in attendance and called the meeting to order.  The minutes of the September meeting were distributed to those present.  Motion was made by Trenna Kemp, seconded by Melody Spears, to accept the minutes as presented. Linda Hornaday,…

Warmer Sunday Expected

Sunday Sunny, with a high near 79. Calm wind becoming east northeast around 5 mph.  Sunday Night Clear, with a low around 46. Calm wind.  Monday Sunny, with a high near 81. Calm wind becoming east southeast around 5 mph.  Monday Night Clear, with a low around 48. Calm wind.  Tuesday Sunny, with a high…

Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard-Week Seven

7APulaski Academy 56, Cabot 47Conway 57, Little Rock Central 7LR Christian 42, North Little Rock 15Bryant 62, Little Rock Southwest 0 Bentonville 41, Fayetteville 10FS Northside 49, Rogers Heritage 14Rogers 48, Springdale 0Bentonville West 35, Springdale Har-Ber 34 6ABenton 56, El Dorado 31Marion 51, Jonesboro 30LR Catholic 51, Sheridan 48West Memphis 13, Sylvan Hills 10…

Taste of the Wild adds flavor to fall event lineup

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and University of Arkansas Pulaski Tech are melding the sciences of conservation and cooking into a revolutionary exhibition called “Taste of the Wild” at Pulaski Tech’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute beginning at 5 p.m. Oct. 24. The event will…