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Pet owners in Arkansas are among the top 10 least likely US states to spoil their pets
According to Forbes, Americans spent $136.8 million on their pets in 2022. On average, American dog owners spend $730 a year. With this in mind, custom gift experts at Printed Pet Memories investigated which US pet [...]
SRAG announces new class
The Spring River Artists Guild (SRAG) has scheduled "Beaded Dainty Flowers" as the first class of 2023 on Thursday, May 18th, 10 a.m to 12 p.m. The instructor is artist and bead expert Maggie Lohr. [...]
2023 County Farm Families of the Year Announced
The 76th annual Arkansas Farm Family of the Year program has announced its 2023 County Farm Families of the Year. Since 1947, the Arkansas Farm Family of the Year program has helped to recognize outstanding farm [...]
The City of Hardy Moves Travel Forward This National Travel and Tourism Week
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the annual industry celebration National Travel and Tourism Week, (NTTW) the annual celebration of the contributions of the U.S. travel industry, will spotlight the essential role that travel will play in [...]
Hardy expects big weekend
The Hardy Advertising and Promotions Commission (A&P) as well of the City of Hardy are gearing up for a big weekend this weekend as the A&P kicks off its Movies in the Park event. “We’re [...]
Fundraiser to benefit Williford Library approaches
Friends of the Williford Library will hold a fundraising event May 20, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., on the property of the Williford Library located on Highway 63 south of Hardy. According to Sheila Matheny, [...]
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Crime Articles
Child recovers after being struck by drunk driver
A man is facing charges in Sharp County after allegedly striking a child with his vehicle while intoxicated. According to the report, on May 12, Deputy Bobby Glenn was dispatched to a residence in rural [...]
Man pulls knife on employees, rams hotel and leads police on chase
A Sheridan man faces multiple charges in Sharp County after he brandished a large knife and threatened multiple individuals in Hardy. According to a warrant of arrest for 36-year-old Christopher Shane Keith, the charges stem [...]
Community Articles
Prayer for Texas
Be with them, Lord. Comfort them. Embrace them. Bolster them. Ease their pain. Hold them like a parent holds a child. Give them uncommon strength during these present moments of horror. Help them remember to [...]
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Articles of Interest
Ash Flat Library to host Santa and Mrs. Claus
The Ash Flat Library will welcome a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus during the Preschool in-person storytime on Thursday, Dec. 16 at 10:30 a.m. Preschoolers and their entourage are welcome to attend. The Ash [...]
Pet of the week – Max
My name is Max. I am a one-and-a-half year old Jack Russell. I am house broken, lovable, and very smart. I get along great with other dogs, and I'm not food aggressive, however I cannot [...]
Area Christmas parades and events
There are no shortage of Christmas events approaching, the question is, which ones will you attend? Below is a schedule of area parades and events. The Salem Chamber of Commerce Christmas Celebration will take place Dec. [...]
Izard County Sheriff’s Report – Nov. 29, 2021
According to Chief Deputy Charley Melton the following individuals were jailed last week in Izard County: Brad Allen Edmonston, 50, of Pineville was arrested November 22 on a contempt of court charge. Joshua McCabe, 35, [...]
Humble for the holidays
Well, it’s another Sunday morning. "Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for 'God opposes the proud but gives grace to the [...]
Santa to visit Willford Library
We will be reading How the Grinch Stole Christmas and Santa will be taking photos with all the good little boys and girls on Thursday, December 2nd from 4-5 p.m.
Holiday decorating tips from NAEC
Putting your holiday decorations up? Avoid overhead lines. Never use an aluminum ladder within 10 feet of power lines, and keep yourself and any tools or decorations at least 10 feet away from electric lines [...]
Cherokee Village City Council fills vacancies; discusses possible sales tax increase
By Taylor Mayde The Cherokee Village city council met Nov. 18 for their regular monthly meeting. Councilman Eddie Ishmael was absent with all others present. During his report, Mayor Russell Stokes reminded citizens that when [...]
Where are the nine?
In the book of Luke there is an important event that is recorded about Luke 17:11-19 “Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. As he was going [...]
Izard County Sheriff’s Report – Nov. 22, 2021
According to Chief Deputy Charley Melton the following individuals were booked into the Izard County Jail last week: Brandon Stanley, 48, was arrested November 15 for failure to appear. Stephanie Nicole Lawrence, 30, of Melbourne [...]
Happy Thanksgiving
Well, It’s another Sunday morning. "And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you [...]
Deputy Frank Ramirez lost
The Independence County Sheriff's Office announced the loss of Deputy Frank Ramirez while on duty Nov. 18, 2021. Independence County Sheriff's Office employees stand with patrol cars in front of the Independence County Sheriff's Department. [...]
2021 Rebel Alumni Game
The Highland Rebel Booster Club will host the 2021 Rebel Alumni Game on Nov. 20, 2021, at 6 p.m. in the A.L Hutson Gymnasium on the campus of Highland High School, Highland, Ark. Tickets will [...]
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Critter Corner
Rabies in Sharp County; is your pet vaccinated?
At least two dogs in northern Sharp County have been exposed to rabies after an encounter with a skunk. The Arkansas Department of Health confirmed the skunk to be positive for rabies, a highly contagious, [...]
