The Pocahontas Star Herald, the oldest business in Randolph County, is pleased to announce its upcoming move to the historic train depot located at 210 McDonald Street. Serving the community since 1880, the newspaper will officially open its doors to the public at the new location on Monday, June 5.
The anticipation is building as the community of Pocahontas prepares to commemorate Juneteenth, a significant milestone in American history, at the Eddie Mae Herron Center on June 17. With a focus on family fun and cultural celebration, the center’s director, Pat Johnson, expressed her excitement for this year’s Juneteenth Community Celebration.
The Quorum Court of Randolph County has fulfilled its duty by officially declaring a vacancy in the office of Justice of the Peace for District 2. This action is in accordance with Amendment 55 of the Arkansas State Constitution and Arkansas Code Annotated 1414-1309.
Two decades ago, Mae Meeks, a compassionate member of the WestRidge Church of Christ, identified a pressing need within her community. With the simple desire to help those who lacked access to food, she reached out to her fellow church members, requesting donations of canned goods. Whenever someone found themselves in need, Mae or the preacher would distribute three or four cans in a humble Walmart bag.
The Maynard Saddle Club, located at 4049 Hwy 166 N, is pleased to announce its schedule for the year 2023. The club is set to host a series of exciting events from May to September, catering to participants of all ages.
The Randolph County Extension Homemakers Club (EHC) held its board meeting on May 30, 2023, at 9 a.m. The meeting, held at the extension office, was well-attended by board members and esteemed guests from both the local and state EHC chapters.
Lake Charles State Park will host its annual free fishing weekend derby, sponsored by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, on Saturday, June 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the park, 3705 Highway 25, Powhatan. Registration is required in person at the pavilion in the day-use area from 9 to 10 a.m.
Dustin S. Beshears, 39, of Pocahontas – White warrant (felony).
The Warm Springs Cemetery committee would like to thank the following for their 2022 donations: Pam Gramlich, Shirley Suhl, Harold Bailey, Gregg and Taftnee Cox, John and Gail Helton. A new year is here, and donations are needed for the upkeep of the cemetery.
Maynard Elementary School held a Summer Reading Blast, on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Guests from the Randolph County Library promoted their Summer Reading Program themed Bug Scouts, by crafting Bug Masks with PreK, kindergarten and first grade students, playing Insect Bingo with second and third graders and playing What’s My Insect? with grades 4-6.