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Bingo night lit up Dumas last week, bringing neighbors together for an evening of fun, prizes, and connection. Families, friends, and residents of all ages filled the hall, eagerly marking their cards and celebrating each shouted “Bingo!”
Bingo’s appeal goes beyond simple games. Its accessibility—low cost, easy-to-learn rules, and inclusive nature—has made it a favorite pastime for generations. “It’s a game for everyone,” said one participant. “It doesn’t matter your age, background, or experience—you can play and have fun.”
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Jan 16, 2026
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced that Arkansas will participate in the federal tax credit scholarship program for school choice established by President Donald J. Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill.
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L&A and Public Testing will take place on February 10, 2026, in McGehee, AR, at the Department of Human Services building (south entrance) located at 200 N. First Street.
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Desha County Courthouse on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, at 9:00 AM.
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January 21, 2026
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas State Fire Marshal’s Office joins agencies across the nation in recognizing Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Week, observed January 17-26, 2026.
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January 21, 2026
As Arkansans monitor forecasts calling for winter weather Friday and over the weekend, the Arkansas State Police (ASP) is urging motorists to stay off the roads when bitterly cold, freezing rain, or snow make highway travel unsafe. Staying home whenever possible helps reduce crashes, protects first responders, and keeps routes clear for road crews.
For those who must travel, ASP reminds drivers to use extra caution:
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When it comes to the use of cellphones in public school classrooms, Mississippi is behind the curve compared to the rest of the country.
The Newsweek website reports that 26 states, including every single one in the South other than Mississippi, have a “bell-to-bell” ban on students using a cellphone, meaning from the beginning of a school day’s first class to the end of the last one.
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U of A System Division of Agriculture
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(Unapproved Desha County Quorum Court Minutes provided by the Desha County Clerk)
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Wildfire Danger & Burn Bans as of 1/19/2026 12:16 PM
December 31, 2025
Parts of Arkansas are experiencing dry conditions, increasing the risk of wildfires. Sparks from activities such as fireworks, outdoor equipment, or open flames can ignite dry vegetation and cause fires to spread quickly.
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President Trump is a master at keeping attention on himself, but when he goes too far he exposes himself to criticism.
Sometimes this is well deserved. A good example is the recent news that his Justice Department has issued subpoenas to leaders of the Federal Reserve over Senate testimony about the $2.5 billion cost of renovating the central bank’s 90-year-old building in Washington.
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Jewish Clarksdale residents and other members of the community discussed their thoughts and feelings after a fire was set to Beth Israel Congregation in northeast Jackson on the morning of Saturday, Jan. 10.
Spencer Pittman, 19, a former Coahoma Community College baseball player and Madison resident, has been charged with arson for allegedly setting the congregation on fire.
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One of the Southeast's top economic development executives will take the reins of the Tate County Economic Development Foundation.
The Tate County Board of Supervisors and the Tate County Economic Development Foundation have announced the hiring of Joe Max Higgins to fill the vacancy in the community’s community’s economic and industrial development organization.
The announcement was made Monday night following a meeting of the EDF Board and community stakeholders.
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MANCHESTER, NH (01/06/2026)-- Shantrell Burgess of Dumas (71639) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's (SNHU) Fall 2025 President's List. The fall terms run from September to December.
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Belle Harris reads, “The Gift of Hope”.
, Representative Mark McElroy Master of Ceremonies
, Phyllis Racy, Presenter of “The Five Gifts”
, Ida Block reads, “The Gift of Memories
, Roy Dalton brings greetings from the city.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
A free grant writing workshop will be held in McGehee on Friday, January 9.
The workshop will be held at 300 Fowler Mitchell building Shady Lane McGehee from 10 am to 1 pm. Participants will learn how to find grant funders; understand grant applications; and applying for grant funding.
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The Desha County Sheriff Office busted a major copper theft with investigation starting in November and three arrests in December.
A farmer first reported theft finding electric wire cut on the north end of Choctaw Island on November 4, 2025. Deputies responded to the scene and found that over one mile of live copper electric line had been cut and removed.
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