Areawide News

06/13/2026

Second annual Dad’s Day Motor Bash to be held

The second annual Dad’s Day Motor Bash will be held on Sunday, June 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Salem High School. Registration… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/12/2026

🌞💦Summertime Storytime💦🌞
Join us at the Salem Public Library for a special Summertime Storytime focused on water safety and learning to swim.
Children ages 4-8 are invited to enjoy a fun read-aloud story where Captain Goggles teaches us about staying safe around water, important swimming and safety tips and the importance of learning to swim. Our special guest reader is a former pool manager & swim instructor who will share the story and talk about the importance of water safety during the summer months.
We'll have lots of fun as we learn how to stay safe while enjoying pools, lakes, and other water activities.
📚Ages: 4-8 years
📍Salem Public Library
📆June 18, 2026
⏰️2 pm
Read, Learn, and Make a Splash Safely This Summer!🤿🏊‍♂️🌞📚

06/12/2026

🍎☀️ Important Summer Meal Program Update for July! ☀️🍎
Beginning in July, the Highland School District will be expanding its summer feeding program and transitioning to the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) offered through Life360. This program will operate differently than the meal service provided during June, so please review the information below carefully.
✅ Available to ALL children ages 1-18
✅ Families will pick up meals one time per week
✅ Each registered child will receive:
• 5 Breakfasts
• 5 Lunches
• Milk for each meal
Pre-registration is required for every child participating. To receive meals, families must complete the Google Form linked below prior to pickup. Each child must be registered individually.
📅 Pickup Dates (Fridays in July):
• July 3
• July 10
• July 17
• July 24
• July 31
⏰ Pickup Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Cherokee Elementary School Cafeteria
Additional pickup instructions and traffic flow information will be shared the week of the first distribution.
Please complete the registration form below to reserve meals for your child(ren). We look forward to continuing to serve our community this summer!
LINK: https://forms.gle/A9FZWCAYgkRPS9hs7
NOTE: The June feeding schedule will continue as is until June 26

06/12/2026

Along with the Freedom Festival, Salem Arkansas is the place to be for Independence Day this year!! Come join us in celebrating Americas 250th birthday!! 🎇🎆🧨🌭🇺🇸

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06/12/2026

Sharp County Sheriff’s Office announces arrest of Coroner-Elect Seth Wortham

Ash Flat, Arkansas - Sheriff Shane Russell announced that Seth Wortham, Coroner-Elect for Sharp County, was arrested following an investigation conducted by the Sharp County Sheriff’s Office.

Ash Flat, Arkansas – Sheriff Shane Russell announced that Seth Wortham, Coroner-Elect for Sharp County, was arrested following an investigation conducted by the Sharp County… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/12/2026

Apply for a WMA deer hunting permit by July 1

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has opened the application period to hunt deer on some of the more popular wildlife management areas it manages… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/11/2026

Museum hosting monthly veterans gathering

The Calico Rock Museum & Visitor Center is hosting a monthly gathering for area veterans on the third Tuesday of each month. The group gathers… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/11/2026

Adoptable of the Week

This is Pork Chop, a two-year-old mix that has two major talents: smiling, and smiling even bigger if he gets to cuddle up with you.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/10/2026

Britan Treat of Oxford selected to attend Arkansas Boys State 2026

Little Rock, Arkansas – Britan Treat of Oxford, a student at Izard County Cons. High School, has been selected to represent his school and community… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

06/10/2026

Arkansas Department of Agriculture announces opportunities for farmers markets

Little Rock, Arkansas – The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for the Farmers Market Promotion Program, an initiative made possible through continued… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close