Cabot aquatics director emphasizes water comfort
Being in the water feels natural to Steve Frye — almost as natural as walking.
Stories by Kayla Baugh
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Program gives back to seniors
Many seniors don’t expect gifts for the holidays, but a dedicated group of people is making sure seniors get their share of Christmas cheer.
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‘Monster’ event to collect toys for children
Monster truck rides and an ATV stunt show will put a fun twist on a classic Christmas event — and all for a good cause.
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C.O.P.S. Toy Patrol spreads holiday spirit
For the fifth consecutive year, the Cabot Police Department is making Christmas a bit more special for some students in the Cabot School District.
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Local artists, schools work to beautify Searcy
Murals, sculptures, book-share houses and creative landscapes are just a few of the things set to pop up soon around Searcy.
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Nonprofit dance theater presents The Nutcracker
Warm up, spend time with loved ones and ring in the holidays with a lively Christmas classic.
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Searcy Swim Center director makes a splash
Chad Price is no stranger to the water. He has been a swim coach for 21 years, and 15 of those have been with the Searcy Sharks Swim Team.
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Nonprofit welcomes new executive directors
The nonprofit community theater in Searcy is welcoming not one — but two — new executive directors.
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ASU-Beebe celebrates vets Nov. 9
Veterans and their families have sacrificed a lot for the nation’s security, and Arkansas State University-Beebe will wrap up its 90th-anniversary-celebration …
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Area law enforcement officers honored
It’s no secret that the best law enforcement officers are those who have a passion for protecting the community members they serve. Many were recently honored …
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Searcy fire chief retires after 43 years of service
Through ashes, flames, smoke and embers, Bill Baldridge has helped people through some of the worst times of their lives.
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Students bring Wizard of Oz to the stage
Monkeys, munchkins and music … oh my!
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Searcy prepares for area shopping event
People who work from 9 to 5 often don’t have time to make it to a gallery before closing time — but in Searcy, community members are working together to allow …
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Halloween events provide family fun
Bats, ghosts and ghouls are getting ready to hit the streets. However, if traditional trick-or-treating isn’t your thing, a few local events are family-friendl…
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Searcy men’s home opens to transform lives
One step taken — or a seed planted — can change everything. A new transitional home that has opened its doors in Searcy aims to effect change with its goal to …
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SongFarmers sing out
One of the defining elements of any culture is its music. Tunes and lyrics have been useful in sharing stories and history, gathering people together and uniti…
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Spring Park upgrade completed
Over the past few months, Searcy Parks and Recreation has been working to replace dated playground equipment at Spring Park with new equipment for children to …
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Halloween fun set for After Dark in the Park
Heber Springs — Bats, ghosts and ghouls are getting ready to hit the streets. However, if traditional trick-or-treating isn’t your thing, After Dark in the Par…
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Dedicated Kiwanian named Citizen of the Year
Ronda Bryant is a devoted mother, teacher, wife and community volunteer, according to the Batesville Kiwanis.
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Cabot crafters give back to community
Blankets, prayer shawls, chemo caps — one group is connecting Cabot residents through crocheting.
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Festivals for four-legged friends
Hit the park with man’s best friend for a day of games, contests, food and everyday play.
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New recreation programmer is advocate for kids
Tyler Thomas has been dribbling, kicking, passing and batting for fun since he was a child — now it’s a full-time career.
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Club encourages girls to get ‘techy’ and innovate
A gender gap exists in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) career fields — but not for long, if these girls can help it.
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Harding brings homecoming musical to life
Unicycle riders, jugglers and Irish dancers are just a few of the performers the audience will see in this year’s homecoming musical.
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Pumpkin patch to support local youth home
Hayrides, games, bouncy houses, a petting zoo, a corn pit — and you guessed it — pumpkins. What’s not to love about a pumpkin patch?
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Haunted house to support Main Street Batesville
Chain saws, clowns and creaky walkways — your biggest fear is probably lurking here!
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Searcy Swim Center prepares to open doors
Swim, splash or just float and relax — the much-anticipated Searcy Swim Center is almost ready to open its doors.
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New director is determined to make a difference
Every day, we have the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life, and Melanie Kiihnl strives to do that daily in White County.
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JROTC students support memorial
JROTC students at Cabot High School believe it is important to honor fallen soldiers who paid the ultimate price to protect U.S. citizens’ freedoms, but the st…
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Beebe prepares for fall festival
Fall is upon us, and with it comes festival season.
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Harding art professor to be featured at gallery
A local art professor has not only a talent for what he teaches — but a deep passion for it.
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Art contest to take place in downtown Batesville
The sun is shining, a cool breeze is blowing, and the roads are decorated with the rust colors of falling leaves. This is an ideal scene for artists to bring a…
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ATV trails marked in Fairfield Bay
FAIRFIELD BAY — One of Fairfield Bay’s best-kept secrets is finally coming to light.
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New academic dean loves a good challenge
Suzanne Bailey, who comes from a long line of educators, knew from a young age that she wanted to follow in her family members’ footsteps.
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Annual Cabotfest celebrates ‘hometown feel’
The familiar scent of funnel cake will float through the air, and bright lights will bounce off carnival rides as downtown Cabot transforms into its annual fal…
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Shepherd’s Center fosters fellowship, purpose
“The food was fantastic, but the fellowship was better,” said Dorothy Bell, director of the Shepherd’s Center, while standing at her table after another succes…
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Fairfield Bay gets ready for festivals
FAIRFIELD BAY — With autumn having officially arrived, the community of Fairfield Bay is patiently waiting for scarlet leaves, cool breezes and festival season.
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Festival connects community to nature
Get lost in the scents, flavors and colors of Central America, Mexico and the Caribbean Basin — right here in the Ozarks.
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12th annual Quitmanfest gets back to basics
Quitmanfest has a variety of festival favorites — inflatables for kids, vendors, a car show, live entertainment — but what about trying the tricycle race?
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Foundation director prioritizes family, connections
Cindy Jones believes in giving — to her family, her community and her school district.
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Late waterway steward named to hall of fame
David Choate was a dedicated father, stepfather, grandfather and husband. He was also very much dedicated to the Arkansas River.
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Jacksonville gears up for fifth annual FestiVille
Pony rides, rock-climbing, live entertainment, carnival rides and barbecue are a few of the things attendees can experience in the cooler weather at this year’…
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Cleburne County nonprofit to renovate and expand
Bobby Hargis believes anything can be accomplished with the right group of volunteers and a dash of dedication.
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Depot Days preserves early history of rock ’n’ roll
Dust off your blue suede shoes, swing your hips and immerse yourself in the rich rock ’n’ roll history of Jackson County at Depot Days.
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Get Down Downtown to celebrate 10th year
Food, live entertainment, pony rides, vendors, classic cars and a petting zoo — Get Down Downtown has it all.
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New Southwest principal emphasizes ‘the good things’
Carrie Parsley considers herself a simple woman who enjoys the little things in life.
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Students gain experience with Coffee Corner
Baristas slinging coffee, lattes, caramel and whipped cream is something one might see on a typical morning coffee run.
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New library opens in Cave City
Books have the ability to take readers to places they never thought possible — all they have to do is open their minds and a library door.
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Harding students learn life lessons in Zambia
Students at Harding University in Searcy are going places — to different countries, to be exact.
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Cabot High Schoolers expand K9 Cracker business
Students at Cabot High School are making more than a grade in one class — they’re making something special for their furry friends.
