Marjorie Ruth Nolan Upshaw, 86, of Crossett, died Saturday, May 13, 2023, at her home. Read moreMarjorie Upshaw
Crossett Mayor Crystal Marshall issued a proclamation on Monday, May 22 declaring it as Poppy Day in the city from this point forward.
Southeast Area Vice Commander Gary Moore of the American Legion paid a visit to the Netherland-Caprio Post 111 in Crossett on Thursday, May 11.
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The College National Finals Rodeo is held each year in Casper, Wy., and it’s the “Super Bowl” of collegiate rodeo. Each cowboy and cowgirl starts their season with a goal, to make the college finals. The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) rodeo coach Rusty Jones has taken his teams t…
The citizens of Ashley County are encouraged and welcomed to attend the wreath laying ceremony which will take place at the Veterans’ Memorial Wall in front of the county courthouse on Monday, May 29 at 11 a.m.
Hamburg School District Superintendent Tracy Streeter and Finance Director John Spradlin presented the Board of Directors with the proposed classified salary schedule for the 2023-2024 school year.
The Arkansas law enforcement community is urging motorists to buckle up during a national Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement effort by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The national seat belt campaign, which coincides …
Gordon Wilbourn and Evan Hughard went before the quorum court Tuesday, May 9, to discuss the resolutions that were being presented regarding the county’s assistance in the financing of the Prairie Mist Solar Project.
The spring 2023 American Legion Riders Post 111 Marble Run will take place Saturday, May 20.
UAM Kids’ University will be held from July 10-13. The summer enrichment program carries out a mission of serving capable and motivated students who are entering first through sixth grades in the fall. The day camp aims to cultivate new interests, expand knowledge, and spark imagination and …
Local students were nominated to represent their community and school at Arkansas Boys State 2023, an immersive leadership and civic engagement experience sponsored by the American Legion.
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The 52nd Annual Armadillo Festival attracted locals and out-of-towners alike as they looked for entertainment last week.
Hamburg School District held a special board meeting on Thursday, April 27.
Nineteen University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-Crossett (UAM-CTC) welding students competed at the Arkansas SkillsUSA Conference April 10-12 in Hot Springs.
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While Jason Brisby has only been the director of emergency management for Ashley County since January, he already has extensive experience in that particular position.
Setup has begun for the annual Armadillo Festival carnival which opens Wednesday, May 3 with armband night from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The carnival will reopen Thursday at 6 p.m. accompanied by the Mike MaKenzie Band on the square stage. Entertainment will resume Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m…
Hamburg City Council Monday, April 24, approved leasing land for a cellular tower, discussed on-going renovations, and heard about plans for grant dollars.
Anakin McClain opened the city council meeting in Crossett on Monday, April 17 by leading the pledge of allegiance.
The 52nd annual World Famous Armadillo Festival is scheduled for next week, and the Hamburg Area Chamber of Commerce has released the official schedule.
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On Thursday, April 20, the students of Hamburg High School witnessed what could happen when drivers take their focus off the road.
Saturday, April 22 was the spring date for the semi-annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Crossett City Council met for a special meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 10 to discuss the next steps regarding the city attorney position after the recent death of James Hamilton, who served in the position for decades.
During their April meeting, members of the Hamburg school board heard the latest information from Superintendent Tracy Streeter regarding the LEARNS Act, including a certified staff salary schedule proposed transition plan and legislative updates.
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Sandra Oliver is the gifted and talented coordinator for Hamburg School District. She understandably has many responsibilities attached to that title, but luckily, a lot of them are fun.
University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) has announced the appointment of Dr. Tracy Tucker as vice chancellor of UAM College of Technology-Crossett (UAM-CTC). Her appointment will begin on July 1.
Any time a child is abused or neglected, it is a tragedy. Unfortunately, it happens every day, in every community. The month of April is recognized across the nation as Child Abuse Prevention Month. It is a time to come together as a community to increase awareness and provide education and …
The 2023 Hunting Heritage Banquet opened the doors of the MMC Building on Pine Street in Crossett at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 6.
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On Wednesday, March 29, members of the Ashley County Medical Center (ACMC) team celebrated the hospital’s achievements along with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Institute for Digital Health & Innovation (UAMS-IDHI) POWER Team.
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On Wednesday, March 29, Crossett Fire Department gains control over a blaze at 309 N. Kentucky St. within minutes. An individual at the scene said she saw a fire burning in the alley behind the house earlier that day and scorch marks could be seen extending through the yard and up to the hou…
Ashley County Museum is continuing its annual tradition of displaying decorated armadillo cutouts on the lawn at 302 N. Cherry St. in Hamburg leading up to—and during—the Annual World Famous Armadillo Festival.
Hamburg Area Chamber of Commerce has put out the call for vendors for its Annual World Famous Armadillo Festival.
The deadline to register for this year’s Miss Armadillo Beauty and Scholarship Pageant is April 14.
Members of Crossett School Board met on their rescheduled date of Thursday, March 16. Among agenda items were plans for upgrades to certain buildings and facilities in the district.
Approximately 130 Hamburg Middle School 8th grade students in Courtney Otwell’s social studies class got a chance to learn architecture, history and STE+AM (science, technology, engineering, architecture and math) during a virtual class held March 16. The afternoon presentation was led by ar…
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Ashley County Medical Center Critical Care Unit recently hosted an open house to allow the public to see the changes and upgrades made during its renovation.
Applications are now being accepted for two summer camp opportunities designed to introduce high school and junior high students to potential medical careers.
The Conservation Reserve Program is one of the many tools available to help producers better manage their operations while conserving natural resources. Signup for general CRP is open until April 7.
A pending U.S. Supreme Court decision “is the ticking time bomb” for the Environmental Protection Agency’s new Waters of the United States rule, said Brigit Rollins, staff attorney for National Agricultural Law Center.
Ashley County Quorum Court justices of the peace met for their monthly session in the Ashley County-Crossett Annex building community use room after they helped celebrate the grand opening of the county offices at the new location.
On Monday, March 13, Hamburg School Board directors heard from two teachers who described how they were using the tools available to them to help their students succeed.
The annual BBQ plate sale is now in progress to raise funds for the Hamburg Fire and Rescue team.
Taking on inter-county rivals the Crossett Eagles on March 7, the visiting Lions were first up to bat.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) honored U.S. Senator John Boozman with its 2023 Congressional Award in recognition of his commitment to America’s veterans and demonstrated success expanding benefits and improving services they have earned.
When it comes to foreign ownership of agricultural land in the United States, legislatures at both the state and federal levels are asking “how much is too much?”
The Arkansas Court of Appeals, in a decision announced on Wednesday, March 8, affirmed the conviction of Darryl Lavon Bunton on a charge of “possession of a firearms by certain persons.”
The final date to make an application for coverage on the following crops with an intended use of fresh is March 15: green beans, sweet corn, tomatillos, all other beans, turnips.
Ashley County was well represented at 4-H Day at the Capitol.
The city of Crossett approved the finalization of the 2022 budget at their latest meeting held on Monday, Feb. 27.
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Tommy Norman is a 25-year veteran of North Little Rock Police Department. He was born and raised in North Little Rock, and through his patrols and his social media posts is working to “continue a movement of changing lives,” said Chase Carlson while introducing Norman as keynote speaker at t…
The University of Arkansas at Monticello’s Agriculture auditorium was near capacity on February 21 as farmers, businessmen, bankers, educators, and other stakeholders gathered for a listening session on the 2023 Farm Bill. The session was aimed at giving the public an opportunity to air thei…
(The Center Square) - U.S. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy says he has come to an "agreement in principle" with President Joe Biden about raising the U.S. government's debt ceiling.
A summer vacation can feel like a seasonal rite of passage — a sacred time to break away from the demands of everyday life in favor of fun and relaxation.But summer can also be an expensive time to travel, which makes it hard to budget enough money for your vacation.Though it’s best to pay in...
(The Center Square) – Several states have already banned or are considering banning foreign ownership of farmland from U.S. adversaries such as China, a trend that has its recent roots in North Dakota.
SATURDAY, May 27, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- When going on vacation, there’s a lot to remember, but it’s a good idea if you add one more item to the to-do list.
It was considered by most that steel had only become widespread in Europe under the Roman Empire
