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Arkansas Girls State Counselors Raise Concerns Over Leadership and Staff Resignations

Monday, June 1 by Haleigh Reichen

A majority of counselors from the 2026 Arkansas Girls State session are raising concerns about the program’s leadership following what they describe as a mass resignation of staff. In a statement released Sunday, 74 of 78 counselors said they are “alarmed” by the actions of... Read More.

Bruce Westerman to Host Hot Springs Hearing on Outdoors Act and Infrastructure Funding

Monday, June 1 by Haleigh Reichen

U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman said he will host a field hearing in Hot Springs during the second week in June to collect testimony for the Great American Outdoors Act, a bipartisan bill passed in 2020 to shore up funding for the massive backlog of... Read More.

Saracen Hotel Nearing Public Opening as Final Preparations Continue

Monday, June 1 by Haleigh Reichen

The long-awaited hotel expansion at the Saracen Casino Resort is nearing completion, with resort officials indicating that guest room reservations could begin within days. During a recent interview, Saracen Chief Market Officer Carlton Saffa said management staff have already begun occupying rooms as part of... Read More.

Small Plane Makes Emergency Landing on Highway in Grant County Two Suffer Minor Injuries

Monday, June 1 by Haleigh Reichen

A loss of engine power forced the pilot of a small aircraft to attempt an emergency landing along U.S. Highway 270 in Grant County on Sunday afternoon, resulting in a crash that left two men with minor injuries. The aircraft came down near Hurricane Creek,... Read More.

UAM College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources Presents Academic Award

Saturday, May 30 by Haleigh Reichen

Ten students from the College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources (CFANR) at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) were recently recognized for their academic accomplishments during the 2025-2026 academic year. Recipients of the outstanding student awards are nominated and selected by faculty based... Read More.

Black Rodeo Takeover Returns to Pine Bluff with Competitions Music and Family Fun

Friday, May 29 by Haleigh Reichen

Cowboys and cowgirls from across the country are expected to make their way to Pine Bluff this weekend as the Black Rodeo Takeover returns for its fourth year at the Pine Bluff Convention Center. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 30, and organizers say... Read More.

Free Fishing Weekend Returns to Arkansas June 12 to 14 with Statewide Events

Friday, May 29 by Haleigh Reichen

Arkansans will be able to fish without a license next month as the state’s annual Free Fishing Weekend returns June 12-14. The event was officially recognized during Thursday’s Arkansas Game and Fish Commission meeting through a proclamation from Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders declaring the three-day... Read More.

UAM School of Computer Information Systems Awards Academic Achievement

Friday, May 29 by Haleigh Reichen

Three students from the School of Computer Information Systems (CIS) at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) were recently recognized for their academic achievements during the 2025-2026 academic year. Kshitiz Khatiwada, from Nepal, was awarded the Rookie of the Year award. He is double-majoring... Read More.

Malinda Berry Named Unopposed Republican Candidate for Cleveland County District 6 Justice of the Peace

Thursday, May 28 by Haleigh Reichen

Voters in Cleveland County’s District 6 will see a new Republican candidate on the ballot this fall following the death of longtime Justice of the Peace Owen Rushing late last year. The Cleveland County Republican Committee announced Malinda Berry of the Calmer community will appear... Read More.

Mainline Health Systems Expands Naloxone Access to Fight Overdoses in South Arkansas

Wednesday, May 27 by Haleigh Reichen

Mainline Health Systems will receive funding through the ARO-RP Naloxone Hero Program to expand access to naloxone throughout South Arkansas, increasing availability of overdose reversal resources for families and communities in the region. The organization was approved for support through the Arkansas Naloxone Bank and... Read More.

Grant County Plans Community Events for Americas 250th Anniversary Celebration

Wednesday, May 27 by Haleigh Reichen

Grant County leaders are already preparing for America’s 250th anniversary celebration, with organizers planning multiple events across the county leading up to Independence Day activities in 2026. Sheridan Mayor Cain Nattin recently discussed planning efforts during a Grant County Chamber of Commerce breakfast, where he... Read More.

Woodlawn School Begins Cafeteria Expansion and Playground Upgrade Projects

Wednesday, May 27 by Haleigh Reichen

Construction officially moved forward this week on a new addition to the Woodlawn School cafeteria following a groundbreaking ceremony held Thursday evening with members of the Woodlawn School Board and district officials. Brody Richardson and Chris Young of Brody Richardson Construction of Sheridan, the project’s... Read More.

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