BANKS, Ark. – The annual Buck Fever Festival is gearing up for its youth hunt competition, which will take place on November 2, 2024, in Banks, Arkansas. Sponsored by VIA Racing and Sheriff Herschel Tillman, this event invites young hunters, ages 6 to 15, to bring in their biggest buck or doe for a chance…
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Hermitage Elementary Students Receive Books Through Community Donations
HERMITAGE, Ark. – Thanks to generous donations from Saline Baptist Church, Randy Clanton Jr., Gena Wilkerson, and Jason Mann, every elementary student at Hermitage School District has received a book from the Fall book fair. The community’s support has been instrumental in ensuring that each child has a new book to take home, fostering a…
Teen Cuisine Teaches Warren High School Students Healthy Habits and Kitchen Skills
WARREN, Ark. – Teen Cuisine, a program offered by the University of Arkansas Extension, is helping teens at Warren High School become more self-sufficient in the kitchen while promoting healthy habits. Each lesson covers important topics such as nutrition, food safety, food preparation, and physical activity, empowering students with skills that will benefit them for…
Johnny’s Radiator and More Bo Show: October 9, 2024
South Arkansas High School Football: Week 7 Matchups Preview
WARREN, Ark. – 10-11-24 – The Arkansas High School Football regular season is now halfway through, and some exciting matchups are lined up across South Arkansas and beyond for this Friday, October 11. With many teams fighting for playoff positions, the stakes are high as conference play heats up. Here’s a look at the key…
UAM Women’s Golf Finish 20th Overall in Grace Shin Invitational
EDMOND, Okla. – UAM Women’s Golf completed the final round of the Grace Shin Invitational at KickingBird Golf Club on Tuesday, Oct. 8, taking 20th place with a two-round combined score of 619 (+59). Shehna Akbary led the Cotton Blossoms in the tournament, ending with a 36-hole combined score of 13-over par (153), tying for 66th after…
Food Trucks and Vendors Announced for 2024 Rison in the Fall Festival
Rison Shine Community Development, Inc. is excited to announce the participating vendors for the Rison in the Fall Festival, Saturday, Oct. 12. The festival opens at 12 noon to the public to eat and shop. The concerts will begin at 1 p.m. Click here for more information on the concerts. This article is a press release…
Warren High School Releases Seating Chart for Homecoming Coronation
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School has released the seating chart for Friday’s Homecoming Coronation, set to take place in Lumberjack Arena. The coronation ceremony will begin at 12:00 p.m., with doors opening at 11:40 a.m. Attendees are advised that doors will close promptly at 11:55 a.m. to ensure the event starts on time. For…
Nostalgic Nativ clothing supports AGFC conservation efforts
LITTLE ROCK – The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has partnered with Nativ, a leading Arkansas-based outdoor apparel brand, to launch a limited edition collection of apparel benefitting the Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation. Article by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The new clothing line, featuring a retro version of the AGFC’s logo, is…
District Governor Visits Warren Rotary Club
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday, Oct. 8 for its first of two meetings in October at noon inside the Fellowship Hall at First Methodist Church. The club’s board members met early with District 6170 Governor Sherry Polsgrove-Taylor, who was in town for the District Governor’s annual meeting with each of its clubs. The…
Warren’s Rhett Clanton Wins 4A State Golf Championship
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School is celebrating the outstanding achievement of Rhett Clanton, who claimed the 2024-2025 4A State Golf Championship title Tuesday, shooting a 67 to win the individual medalist honor.. With this victory, Clanton has earned a spot to compete in the prestigious High School Overall Golf Tournament, scheduled for October 17…
Woodlawn High School to Host Fall Festival on October 25
WOODLAWN, Ark. – Woodlawn High School has announced plans to hold a Fall Festival on Wednesday, October 25, 2024, at the school’s football field. The event will take place from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, offering a fun-filled evening for the entire community. The festival will feature a variety of activities, including booths, hay rides,…
Late summer water levels call for increased boating caution
LITTLE ROCK — For the second year in a row, dry conditions throughout most of The Natural State have led to many lakes and ponds sitting at lower water levels than anglers and boaters experienced throughout spring and early summer. The cooling, lower water of fall can concentrate baitfish and bass, making for great fishing…
ASP Highway Safety Office Launches “Fourth Wall” Campaign to Improve Pedestrian and Bike Safety
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – October is National Pedestrian Safety Month. To encourage Arkansans to work together to make the state’s roadways safe for all road users – including pedestrians and bicyclists – the Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office will launch a new fall campaign called the “Fourth Wall.” The campaign will run from October 7…
Woodlawn vs. Hermitage Senior High Friday Game Cancelled
Spooks & Spokes Ride Happening in Monticello October 29
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Spooks & Spokes Ride ’24 is set for Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 5:00 PM at the Lakewoods Trailhead in Monticello. This family-friendly event will include a thrilling bike ride, a costume contest, delicious chili and hotdogs, candy for participants, and plenty of Halloween-themed fun. Locals are invited to dress up…
Star City ABC Preschool Welcomes Local Baker Wesley Cooper for Special Presentation
STAR CITY, Ark. — The students at Star City ABC Preschool recently enjoyed a visit from Wesley Cooper, an experienced baker from Country Village Oven, as part of the school’s focus on community helpers. Mr. Cooper captivated the children with a hands-on demonstration, walking them through the process of baking both apple pie and donuts.…
Maxwell Hardwood Flooring Organizes Donation Drive for Hurricane Helene Victims
MONTICELLO, Ark. – 10-7-24 – Maxwell Hardwood Flooring Inc. is rallying the communities of Monticello and Warren to gather essential supplies for victims of Hurricane Helene in Asheville, North Carolina. In collaboration with Gennett Lumber of Fletcher, North Carolina, Maxwell Hardwood Flooring is spearheading a donation drive to aid those affected by the devastating storm.…
Josiah Steen named State Farm Lumberjack of the Week
Congratulations to Josiah Steen for being named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week! In the win over Monticello, he had 2 receiving touchdowns, 7 tackles and an interception! CLICK HERE TO LIKE THE JOEY CATHEY STATE FARM AGENCY FACEBOOK PAGE!
Old Milo Pumpkin Patch Offers Fall Fun for the Entire Family
Fall is in the air, and there’s no better way to celebrate the season than a visit to the Old Milo Pumpkin Patch, one of South Arkansas’s most cherished seasonal destinations. Located at 604 Ashley 485, Hamburg, AR 71646, this family-friendly farm offers a delightful mix of fall festivities, perfect for all ages, making it…
Extension Offers 2024 Arkansas Ballot Issue Voter Guide
Read the full guide at https://www.uaex.uada.edu/business-communities/voter-education/docs/2024-Arkansas-Ballot-Issue-Voter-Guide.pdf.