Pocahontas’ Inaugural Honeybee Festival a great success!
Pocahontas’ first Honeybee Festival, held on Saturday, Aug. 17, went on without a hitch thanks to Tonya Haas, Director of Randolph County’s Chamber of Commerce.
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Junior Redskins kickoff 2024 Football Season
The cooler temps, the stadium lights, the cheerleaders and a host of Redskin fans in the stands let us all know, it’s here - football season! Although it was “just” a scrimmage with no “official” score being kept, the anticipation of the season was in the air.
Arkansas House
As we approach Labor Day, it’s crucial to highlight a significant initiative aimed at making our roads safer. From August 16 through September 2, including the Labor Day holiday weekend, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will partner with Arkansas law enforcement for the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” high-visibility enforcement campaign. This effort is designed to deter impaired driving and prevent the tragic accidents that have marked previous Labor Day weekends.
Plea deal turns sibling “murder” charge into manslaughter conviction
On Tuesday, Aug. 20 in the Randolph County Courthouse in Pocahontas, Judge Rob Ratton approved a plea deal of manslaughter in the criminal murder case against Shaun Caleb Crawford, who allegedly shot and killed his brother, Ian Crawford on April 16, 2023.
Pocahontas School District issues VIP Passes
The Pocahontas School District offers a complimentary VIP pass to its senior community members who continue to support our school and students in attending athletic events. Eligible members need only be 55 years young and live in the Pocahontas School District.
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD: 605 S. Park., (one block north of signal light on Hwy. 62 West), Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday children’s church, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday night family night, 7 p.m.; Lead Pastor, Terry Miller. Office: 892-0700; email: pocahontasfirstag@ gmail. com; website: www.FirstAGchurch.com; Twitter: @FirstAG MARSHALLESE First Assembly of God: 101 S. Park St., 3 blocks north of signal light on Hwy. 62 West. Sunday Morning Service: 11 a.m., Evening Service: 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday Night Bible Study; 6 p.m.; Thursday Night Women’s Service; 6 p.m., Friday Youth Service; 6 p.m., Saturday Morning Men’s Fellowship Service; 10 a.m. Pastor Anijen Meloktakon. Office phone number 870-3401591.
BRTC Instructional Technologist Keri Zimmer presented at Mountain Moot Conference
Black River Technical College’s (BRTC) Instructional Technologist for the Distance Education and Instructional Technology Department, Keri Zimmer, attended the Mountain Moot conference in Helena, Mont. in July.
Excitement Builds: Pocahontas Schools welcome students back from Summer Break
As long summer days give way to cool evenings and high school football games, the air is filled with excitement and anticipation. The Pocahontas School District has been buzzing with activity over the past few months, preparing for the return of students. From critical infrastructure repairs to the launch of innovative programs, this school year promises to be one of growth, learning and community spirit.
Oaklawn President announces $500,000 donation to Razorback Foundation
Calling it an example of one great Arkansas sports institution lending a hand to another, President Louis Cella announced today that Oaklawn has made a $500,000 contribution to the Razorback Foundation at the University of Arkansas. In addition, he is asking for other Arkansas businesses to consider also making a contribution to support the Razorbacks.
Maynard Pioneer Days just around the corner!
Everyone get ready because Maynard Pioneer Days is almost here! Beginning Thursday, Sept. 12, Pioneer Day events start off with School Night at Maynard Pioneer Park at 5 p.m.