On Tuesday, a group called Citizens for Arkansas Public Education and Students (CAPES) embarked on a signature- gathering campaign in Randolph County to place the Arkansas LEARNS Act on the ballot. The campaign took place at the First United Methodist Church in Thomasville, drawing support from local residents, particularly former educators.
The Pocahontas Police Department responded to a distress call on July 8 at 1804 Archer Street in Pocahontas. The report indicated that a male individual had sustained a gunshot wound.
Black River Technical College (BRTC) Foundation received a $1,000 grant from the MFA Oil Foundation. The grant will be used to purchase new chairs for the BRTC Adult Education site in Corning.
A heartwarming initiative has taken shape in Pocahontas as American flags now line the busy Highway 67, capturing the attention of passersby. This patriotic display, organized by Barbara Grimsby, chairperson of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) #4556 Auxiliary’s veterans and family’s program, aims to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation.
We are so lucky this time of year. The abundance of fresh-from-the-garden vegetables that we get to enjoy makes every dinner a special treat! My mother had a green thumb for sure and every year she put out a garden the size of a city block. And, oh my, the delicious fresh food that graced our table kept us well fell fed and healthy! I am sharing with you a one pot vegetable dinner that she made for us every summer of my childhood.
After years of anticipation, Maynard finally witnessed its first public firework show on Monday evening. Cheyenne and Dakota Kimble spearheaded the initiative, organizing the highly-anticipated event held at the Maynard School baseball field at 8:45 p.m.
July 7-8: Amped Up Pro Bull Riding Tour @fairgrounds. Mutton Bustin sign ups @6:30, Tour starts @7:30.
