More than 565 of the state’s brightest young men will attend Arkansas Boys State, an immersive leadership and civic engagement experience sponsored by the American Legion. This summer’s 83rd annual session runs May 26 through May 31 at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway.
Good morning from Old Town. We hope everyone is in good health and enjoying life.
Sheriff Kenny Cassell and the Town of Gilbert collaborated on Monday, April 8, 2024 eclipse day with a food concession in town. The money collected to go to the Arkansas Sheriff Youth Ranch. The event not only provided an opportunity for the community to come together and enjoy delicious treats but also aimed to raise awareness about the vital role played by the youth ranch in supporting atrisk children and the need for financial assistance.
Apple trees The time was when I would have given my eye teeth for an apple tree. They conjured up visions of snowy pink blossoms, crisp apples in fall, apple pie. Not so anymore. I meant to go to an apple grafting class offered by our excellent county extension office– I unfortunately had to miss due to a schedule conflict after all– but the biggest problem I foresaw was that it came with the gift of an apple tree to take home. I needed another apple tree like I needed another cat. I love my cats and I love my four apple trees, I just don’t need any more for the same reason, that they will work you half to death. When we moved here, the trees set about producing apples with a fury. I decided to up my game and learn better how to nurture them.
On Wednesday, April 24 the Searcy County School District held a fishing derby for student’s 3rd grade through 6th grade at the Raccoon Springs Park located in Marshall. Some students were able to fish on that Wednesday and others were scheduled to go on Thursday, but it had to be postponed due to inclement weather. Students were provided poles and bait as they scattered all around the fishing pond hoping to catch some fish. There were several that were successful. Pictured above are some of the 6th grade students with their catch.
In June of 2023 Searcy County was notified that they would be receiving a Historic Preservation Grant in the amount of $203,000..00 plus to the restoration of the County Court Office. They will be restoring the steps and replacing the doors with the original wooden style doors and a small awing and rails will be place along the steps on the west end of the courthouse. Construction should start on Monday April 29. Their office hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and their plans include some beautification landscaping after construction work is completed.
Bought potting soil, 5 bags and the man said he’d be out to load it. I waited but he didn’t come so loaded it myself and was about to leave when he came out. He apologized and I left. Got almost back to Yellville when I realized I’d loaded 6 instead of 5. Explained what happened the extra was unloaded. Not stealing a bag of dirt. I’d take a lot more than that. But very happy getting plants potted.
Good morning and welcome to another chilly day. I’m so ready for warmer weather.
Ariyah Wallis Queen, Ellisyn Meskimen 1st alternate Prettiest Eyes, Rosie Acuff 2nd Alternate Prettiest smile. .