The filing period with the Republican Party of Randolph County for the 2024 election will be held beginning at 12 noon Monday, November 6, 2023, to 12 noon, Tuesday, November 14, 2023. The election filings will be held at the Randolph County Courthouse Annex , 101 East Broadway Pocahontas, AR.
Black River Technical College’s outstanding Faculty member for 2023 is 10-year employee and welding instructor Rickie Gunn. Gunn started his career in welding education at Cotton Bowl Vo-tech.
Black River Technical College’s (BRTC) outstanding staff member for 2023 is 7-year BRTC employee and Business Office Manager Linda Anderson. Linda is a model for how hard work, initiative, and desire provide opportunities for growth and promotion.
The Arkansas Legislative Council and its subcommittees convened this week. In these meetings, the council received an update regarding the implementation of LEARNS, an update regarding a study of our state’s firearms laws, and approved funding to expand nurse training programs in the state.
The production of “The Diary of Anne Frank” is a captivating and moving experience that will leave a lasting impression on all who attend. Marr Street Productions and Marr Street Playhouse are proud to resurrect this timeless tale of a young Jewish girl’s experiences during the Second World War. The attention to detail in the production is evident, and the performances are nothing short of exceptional. The story is as relevant today as it was when it was first told, and its powerful message of hope and resilience will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted.
After a hiatus forced by the COVID-19 pandemic, Pocahontas is buzzing with excitement as Novemberfest, one of the town’s most celebrated events, makes a triumphant return. The last Novemberfest in 2019 left a mark on the town’s memory, and this year, the committee is gearing up to recreate that same magic on Saturday, Nov.
October 31: October 31: Downtown Pocahontas Trunk-R-Treat on the Square 5:30-7:30 pm November 3: Redskin Football vs. Highland 7:00 pm November 4: Marr St.
As of 12:00 noon on Oct. 27, the filing period for candidates officially commenced in Pocahontas. Independent candidates, wanting to have their names appear on the ballot without party affiliation, can now submit their filings at the Randolph County Clerk’s Office located at 101 E Broadway.
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has appointed Chad Chester of Pocahontas as the new commissioner for the Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission. Chester’s term is set to expire on Jan. 14, 2028.
Federal and state officials have officially determined the route for the Future Interstate 57 (I-57) corridor, spanning from Walnut Ridge to the Missouri State line. This decision, announced by the Arkansas Department of Transportation last week, marks a pivotal moment in the project’s progression.