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De Queen Senior Citizens Center HEAT RELIEF POLICY IN EFFECT     NOW

 

The De  Queen Senior Citizen Center has put their heat relief program into effect.  As temperatures continue to rise, cooling shelters are now open.  Persons age 60 plus may go to the Senior Citizens Center in De Queen from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for relief from the heat.

 

Diamond Bank Cook Books on sale now

 

Diamond Bank cookbooks for sale. All the money raised will go toward the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. The cookbooks are $12.50 each & there are over 450 recipes in the cook book. You can buy a cookbook at any Diamond Bank location. 

 

ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS AT COSSATOT RIVER STATE PARK   08/30-09/6

 

Several events and activities have been scheduled for this Labor Day holiday weekend at Cossatot River State Park east of Wickes.  Click here for full schedule.

 

 

 GROUND BREAKING           09/02


The Horatio School District is holding their "Ground Breaking" for the new Jr. & Sr. High School on Thursday, September 2, at 10:00 A.M. at the Construction Site at 1101 Metcalf, Horatio, AR. 71842.

 

ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS AT MILLWOOD STATE PARK   09/03-09/6

 

Several events and activities have been scheduled for this Labor Day holiday weekend at Millwood State Park.  Click here for full schedule.

 

SEVIER COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY TO MEET  9/1/10

The Sevier County Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, September 4th, at 10 A.M. at the Sevier County Museum . Dale Janes will present a program on old theaters in De Queen.

 

 

GIRL SCOUT ROUNDUP IN NASHVILLE    09/04

 

Girl Scout Roundup is being held Saturday, Sept 4th at the Maranatha Church in Nashville from 2 pm to 4 pm for any and all girls interested and leaders for the surrounding area. Thank you so much for your help with this.

 

AIRPORT COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING   09/06

 

The Sevier County Airport Commission will hold their regular monthly meeting Tuesday, September 7th, 6:30 pm at the airport.

 

PUBLIC FORM FOR COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT    09/07

 

The Cossatot River School District will be holding public forums on September 7, 2010.  They

Will be held at the Wickes Cafeteria at 6 p.m. and at the Van-Cove High School Cafeteria at 7:30 p.m.  This meeting will be to discuss the tax millage and plans for the new high school.

 

HUNTERS EDUCATION CLASS     09/06-08

 

The Cossatot River State Park is having a Hunters Education Class September 6th thru 8th. Classes start nightly 6pm-9:30pm space is limited to 30. Call to sign up at the Cossatot River State Park visitors center or if you any questions.

GIRL SCOUT RALLIES TO BE HELD IN DE QUEEN AND LOCKESBURG     09/09

Girl Scouts Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas Pine Needles Service Unit will be having a registration rally at Lockesburg Elementary on September 9th starting at 5:30 till 7pm.  If you are interesting in your child being a Girl Scout or helping with a troop as an Adult Volunteer then come out to see us.  If you are not able to attend one of these rallies, you can contact Shannon Strother at 870-784-1270 or Crystal McDonald at 870-582-2692 for more information.

ALUMNI NIGHT IN DE QUEEN                09/10

First home game Friday, September 10th @7:00p.m. Anyone who graduated May of 2005, or before is invited to participate. Alumni should be down on the track by 6:50 to line up and be presented  by your name, position played, and year you graduated. Sponsored by the De Queen Booster Club. For more information call 642-6104.

ASHDOWN GRANDPARENTS DAY             09/10

Margaret Daniel Primary and C. D. Franks Elementary Schools in the Ashdown School District will be celebrating Grandparents Day on Friday, Sept. 10, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. with refreshments and special time with grandchildren at the schools.
L. F. Henderson Intermediate School invites grandparents of LFH students to enjoy an afternoon tea with them on Friday, Sept. 10 from 1:00 to 2:00. 
 

Ashdown Junior High School is celebrating Grandparents Day on Tuesday morning, Sept. 14, not on Sept. 13 as announced earlier.  Grandparents are invited to share breakfast with their grandchildren from 7:30 to 9:00.

 

BREAST CANCER  BENEFIT SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT    09/11

 

There will be a CO- ED softball tournament on September 11th at the Lockesburg City Park. It is a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation. The entry fee is $125 per team. You may contact Tyler Haddan at 8705570927 or Lona Peters at 870-557-5462.

 

HUNTER EDUCATION CLASS      09/11
 

A Free Hunter Education Class will be held at the Provo Community building on Saturday, September 11th from 8 am until 5 pm.   Call 870-784-4181 for more information

 

 

CONCEALED WEAPONS PERMIT CLASS               9/11-18

 

ATTENTION GUN OWNERS: If you have ever wanted to get your concealed hand gun permit, now is your chance.  Instructor Wes Tudor will be holding two separate concealed hand gun classes at Sevier County Sporting Goods East of De Queen.  Cost of the class is $100 per person. The first class will be for women only. It will be held on Saturday, September 11th, the second class will be held on Saturday, September 18th and it will be for both men and women. Both classes will begin at 1 p.m.    To sign up call Sevier County Sporting Goods today at 870-584-2033. 

 

GRANDPARENTS DAY AT ASHDOWN SCHOOLS   09/13

 

Ashdown Junior High School will be hosting a Grandparents' Day Breakfast on Tuesday morning, Sept. 14, Grandparents are invited to share breakfast with their grandchildren from 7:30 to 9:00.  AJHS Parent Night is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 21 from 6:00-7:00 p.m., and the first AJHS Parent-Teacher conferences for the year will be on Monday, Sept. 27 from 3:30-6:30.

 

LITTLE RIVER COUNTY GENEALOGY MEETING     09/14

 

Little River County Genealogy Society will meet Tuesday, September 14 at Cossatot Community College, U of A in Ashdown.  Refreshments are served at 5:30 and the meeting begins at 6:00 p.m.  The program for September is, "If these walls could talk...the genealogy of your house."  The meeting is open to all members as well as anyone interested in genealogy and other historical research. 
 

For more information contact Roxie Jones at  870-898-7224 or E-Mail rjones@uaex.edu

 

FUND RAISING FISH FRY               09/16

 

The Sevier County Single Parent Scholarship Fund group will hold a fund-raising fish fry on Thursday, September 16th from 4:30 until 7:00 at CCCUA's new Agri Complex. 

 

The group uses proceeds to help sponsor single parents who attend college by helping to offset expenses other than books and tuition.  All funds raised locally are matched by the Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund. And...every dime stays right here in Sevier County assisting our community singles to get a better education in order to provide a better life for their families.

 

For more information contact Donna Jones at 870-584-3445 or 870-642-8168 and leave a message.

 

PEE WEE SOCCER PARENTS MEETING     09/17

 

The De Queen Pee Wee Soccer Parents meeting will be held Friday Sep 17th at the community building in Herman Dierks park at 5:00 pm. If you have any questions please call Chris Hale at the parks office... 642-4140

 

DHS CLASS OF 1975 REUNION ANNOUNCED    09/17-19

 

De Queen High School Class of 1975 will celebrate their 35 year reunion on September 17, 18, and 19.


All the 70's classes are invited to attend and share old memories and make new ones on Saturday, September 18
from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the high school.


For more information you can check out Facebook De Queen High School Class of 1975, e-mail dqhs1975@gmail.com, or call Brenda Miller Shipman at 870-584-7498.

 

 

AARP DRIVER’S SAFETY CLASS                9/18

There will be a 4-hour AARP Driver Safety Class held at the De Queen Senior Citizen’s Center, 605 East Haes Avenue on Saturday, September 18th from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.    The class is open to drivers of all ages.
 

Membership in AARP is not required.  There will be no tests.  Fee for enrollment is $14 ($12 for those with AARP National Membership).  The fee includes the cost of the workbook and is payable upon arrival at the class.
 

Completion of the class could result in a discount on your auto insurance. Participants are requested to register PRIOR to class by either signing up at the Senior Citizen’s Center or by calling 870-642-3420. 

 

CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT     09/19

 

8th Annual Ash Grove Employee’s Charity Golf Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, September 18, 2010 @ Texarkana Golf Ranch in Texarkana, TX.  For more information contact Cathy Lisenby at Ash Grove Cement at 870-542-6217.  Registration form.

 

 

LEE ANN WHITE TEAM ROPING EVENT            9/18 

 

Team Roping event at the Little River County Fairgrounds on September 18, 2010, books opening at 8:00 a.m.. We are hosting this event in the memory of Leeann White, with all proceeds going to the Domestic Violence Prevention Center. For more information call-Carla Moon 903-278-8999 or Amanda White 870-925-0225.

 

HUNTER EDUCATION CLASSES IN WINTHROP     09/18

Southern Sportsmen Foundation will have a hunter education class at Winthrop Baptist Church Saturday, September 18, 2010.

Begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. Lunch will be provided

For more information contact Mike Cranford @ 903.826.3318 or Pastor Audie Dawson @ 903.278.1985

 

 

CHRISTMAS TOUR OF HOMES          12/05

 

The annual Christmas Tour of Homes sponsored by the Sevier County Single Parent Scholarship Fund group will be on Sunday December 5th.  A listing of homes to be toured will available at a later date.

 

The group uses proceeds to help sponsor single parents who attend college by helping to offset expenses other than books and tuition.  All funds raised locally are matched by the Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund. And...every dime stays right here in Sevier County assisting our community singles to get a better education in order to provide a better life for their families.

 

For more information contact Donna Jones at 870-584-3445 or 870-642-8168 and leave a message.

 

 

      ON-GOING PROGRAMS AND EVENTS 

 

SOUTHWEST ARKANSAS TEA PARTY PATRIOTS

 

SWATPP will meet every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Sr. Citizens Center in Herman Dierks Park at 6p.m.

 

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS MEETS TWICE WEEKLY 

 

Narcotics Anonymous meet each Tuesday and Thursday at 7 pm at 511 West Stilwell in De Queen (in the basement of the Old Library)

COSSATOT RIVER STATE PARK NATURAL AREA  PROGRAMS

Davy Ashcraft Cossatot River State Park officer said you can get the most up-to-date information about the State Park's activities by visiting their website.  Click here

THIRD SATURDAY TRADES DAY IN DOWNTOWN DE QUEEN 

Vendors and yard salers are invited sell their wares in downtown De Queen 3rd Saturday of every month.  If you have arts, crafts, food or yard sale items you would like to sell, just show up Saturday morning.  Booths are available on a "first come" basis and may be set up at no charge on the north side of the square.

RANDOM READERS STORY HOUR          3RD SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH

Free Story Hour for children ages 4-8.  Random Readers is a group of junior high school student volunteers whose goal is to promote a love of books through reading to children. 

For more information contact Silver Ink Bookstore, 858 East Collin Raye Drive- De Queen.  Phone 870-642-2184. 

 

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT GROUP MEETING 

 

Domestic violence support groups meetings every Wednesday at 5pm.  Support groups provide a safe environment where the victim/survivor can network, receive support and obtain helpful resources that assist in their healing and build a healthier and happier life.  For information regarding location of group, please call at SWADVC 870-642-2141.”

 

 

DE QUEEN SATURDAY NIGHT BASS TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE FOR 2010

 

Date                                    Time                                       Lake 

07/17/10                              5am to 12pm                            De Queen

08/07/10                              5am to 12pm                            Gillham

All Game & Fish rules apply.  Fish must be 10" to weigh.  Cost is $25 per team.  5 fish total.  For more information contact Rick Joplin at 870-584-8142.

foster famil10ies needed

DHS is actively recruiting quality family foster homes and other volunteers.  Orientations are held the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the DHS office in Miller county from 4-5:30.  This meeting is open to the general public.  For more information on foster parenting contact Judy Houff at 870.773.0563.

COOKBOOKS AVAILABLE              NOW

First State Bank employees have compiled a cookbook that is now on sale at their De Queen and Lockesburg locations.  Cost is $10 each and all proceeds go to Relay for Life.

ALZHEIMER'S SUPPORT GROUP MEETING   4TH TUESDAY

 

The Sevier County Alzheimer's Support Group will meet the 4th Tuesday of each month, 6:30 pm at Crystal Falls Health & Rehab, 1206 West Collin Raye Drive in De Queen.  This group is part of the Texarkana Area Alzheimer's Alliance.

 

AMERICAN RED CROSS TO OFFER BASIC AND INSTRUCTOR CLASSES

 

The American Red Cross at 821 Spruce Street in Texarkana , TX is offering basic and instructor level classes in the following: Adult CPR, infant/child CPR, First Aid and more.  For a schedule or more information call 903-793-5602.

 

ARK. DEPT. OF HEALTH HOSPICE BEGINS GRIEF SUPPORT SESSIONS…..4TH TUESDAY EACH MONTH

 

The Arkansas Department of Health Hospice is expanding its grief and bereavement services to anyone who has lost a loved one.
 

The hospice has a meeting the 4th Tuesday each month in De Queen.  The sessions are free and about recovery--they’re not a social function.  The meetings are to help people recover from the loss of a loved one, whether recently or in the past.  Grief and bereavement should not always be avoided or hurried.  Those wanting to talk to people who care and want to help are invited to the meetings at 6:00 PM, the 4th Tuesday each month, at the annex of the 1st Presbyterian Church, 315 North 5th Street in De Queen.
 

Information is available by calling 870-642-2231 or 832-4511.

 

ASSEMBLY AT BROKEN BOW PRESENTS SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE!       NOW


The stage will light up with energy and excitement as The Assembly at Broken Bow presents Sunday Night Live!
 

Sunday Night Live! is a new service format for Sunday Night Services at The Assembly.  Each night features high energy Praise and Worship, professional lighting, spectacular audio visual displays, drama, and an illustrated sermon.
 

The Assembly is already known for their high energy praise and worship music, however they are going to take it up a notch at Sunday Night Live!  The hour long celebrations will also feature drama vignettes by The Assembly's Adult, Youth, & Children's Drama Ministries, and a captivating illustrated sermon by Pastor Scott Olson.
 

Sunday Night Live! begins at 6:30 PM each Sunday Evening.  Nursery care is provided for young families, admission is free, and everyone is welcomed.
 

For more information please contact the church offices at (580) 584-6546 or faogbb@pine-net.com  The Assembly is located at 1501 South Park Drive, in Broken Bow, Oklahoma.   

 

BIBLE CLUB FOR PRE-SCHOOLERS

Christian Connections Bookstore hosts a Preschool Bible Club.  The club time is 10:30 10 11:30 every Tuesday morning throughout the summer.  Parents are asked to stay with their children during this time.  There will be stories, crafts, songs, and more.  All children 3-5 are invited.

BIBLE CLUB FOR SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN

Christian Connections Bookstore  hosts a school age Bible Club.  The club time is 10:30 10 11:30 every Thursday morning throughout the summer.  There will be bible lessons, crafts, activities and more.  All children having completed K-5 grade are invited.

BLOOD DONORS NEEDED               NOW

Due to the lack of blood donors over the past few weeks, United Blood Services is issuing an urgent appeal for blood.  Almost all blood types are lower than an adequate level.  Some blood types are as low as they have been in a couple of years.  This holiday season has taken a toll on the Texarkana blood supply. 

Since mid-December, the amount of blood needed on a daily basis has fallen short and has continued thru today.  If donations do not increase, United Blood Services may not be able to meet future needs of area hospitals.  For that reason, we need all blood donors to make a commitment to save lives by giving the gift of life and Finding that Hero in themselves just as soon as possible.  Again, United Blood Services is issuing an urgent appeal for blood donations!  Please make it a point to stop by 1321 College Drive in Texarkana or at a blood drive near you to give that precious donation!

 

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP MEETS...........2ND WEDNESDAY EACH MONTH

 

A caregiver support group, sponsored in part by the Southwest Arkansas Area Agency on Aging, has monthly meetings in Texarkana .

Nancy Bailey, of the Agency on Aging office in Magnolia, says the group meets at 1:30 PM, the second Wednesday of each month at Brentwood Outreach located at 3418 Richmond Road . Bailey says the support group teaches caregivers how to maximize their own well being and how to deal with the stress of caring for others.

Information is available by calling Nancy Bailey of the Area Agency on Aging office in Magnolia. The toll-free number within Arkansas is 1-800-272-2127.

CHALICE CUPBOARD OPERATING HOURS 

The Chalice Cupboard food ministry located at 315 North 5th Street in De Queen is open Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 2 until 4 pm for distribution of food to individuals in emergency situations. All work is on a volunteer basis.  If you would like to donate your money or time,  contact Grant Grove at 642-3420.

 

DE QUEEN AARP CHAPTER 2078 TO MEET 1ST MONDAY OF MONTH              MONDAYS

The De Queen AARP Chapter 2078 is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all in the community as we age.  The chapter offers service through informative and entertaining programs, and involvement in community activities.  It serves as a resource for helping seniors age with dignity and purpose.  De Queen AARP serves Sevier County and surrounding area.  Meetings are held the first Monday of every month at the Senior Citizens Center in Herman Dierks Park at 6 p.m.

 

DILWORTH CUMBERLAND CHURCH GOSPEL SINGING  2nd FRIDAY

 

The Dilworth Cumberland Presbyterian Church on the curve of Red Bridge Road and Stringtown Road is having their Second Friday Night Gospel Singing and Potluck the second Friday of each month.  Potluck begins at 6 p.m. and singing starts at 7 p.m.  Everyone is invited to attend and participate.  For more information, call Pastor Byron Sullivan at 870-784-1293.  

 

KARAOKE NIGHT AT ASHDOWN EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY                             

 

Area singers and music fans are invited to free karaoke each Friday and Saturday night from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the old Patti Lou’s Café in Ashdown. There is no admission charge. For more information, call 903-293-0465.

 

MENA MS GROUP MEETS FIRST SATURDAY                    

 

The Mena Support Group of the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America meets on the first Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. in Room #156 at Rich Mountain Community College in Mena.  For more information, call Chuck Hannay at 870-385-2315.

 

NAMI-SOUTHWEST ARKANSAS CHAPTER MEETS.............3RD THURSDAY EACH MONTH

 

The Southwest Arkansas Chapter of the National Association for Mental Illness meets at 6:30 PM the 3rd Thursday each month.  The NAMI-Southwest Arkansas Chapter meets in the Medical Arts Building in the hospital complex.


NAMI, a support group for those diagnosed with psychiatric illnesses or their families, is the largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons living with mental illness and their families.  Each meeting is open to the public and includes group discussion and support, sharing and informational programs.  Information is available by calling Carolyn Formby at 870-582-4298.  

 

PLEASANT MANOR NURSING HOME BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS  EVERY WEDNESDAY
 

Pleasant Manor Nursing Home in Ashdown is offering free blood pressure checks every Wednesday morning from 9 a.m. till 11 a.m. with free coffee and donuts.  The nursing home is located at 950 Homestead in Ashdown.

 

 

SOCIAL SECURITY REPRESENTATIVE VISITS SCHEDULED

 

The local Social Security office in Texarkana has moved to a new location at 5735 Summerhill Road in Texarkana, TX, one mile north of I-30 and next door to Northside Assembly of God Church and will open for business on Wednesday, March 1st.  The office hours and telephone numbers will remain the same.
 

 

A representative of the Texarkana Social Security Office will be at the places listed below on the dates shown:

 

De Queen  -  CCCUA, Frachiseur-Pulliam building, Room B 11 & 12   9 am - 12 noon    2nd Tuesday of 1st month in each Quarter              July 13

Nashville - City Hall Council Room 426  9 am - 12 noon   1st Monday of each Quarter    

                                                                July 12
                
Hope - Room 110 Post Office - 9 am - 12 noon  1st Wednesday of each month        

                                                 July 7       August 4        September 1
                        

Prescott - Social Security Room in courthouse - 9 am - 12 noon   4th Thursday of each Quarter except on holidays.                       July 22

Afternoon is by appointment only.  Call 1-800-772-1213 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday

 

Supplemental Security income (SSI) pays monthly checks to people who are aged, disabled or blind and who do not own much or have much income.  SSI is not just for adults.  monthly checks can be paid to disabled and blind children.  To find out if you are eligible, call 1-800-772-1213.

 

SWADC CRISIS INTERVENTION PROGRAM APPLICATIONS  

 

Southwest Arkansas Development Council will begin taking applications for the Crisis Intervention Program beginning Mar 2, 2009.  SWADC is located at 605 E. Haes De Queen.  You must have a disconnect notice, household income for the previous month and household social security numbers.  Income guidelines have increased, so more people may be eligible for assistance.  Applications will be taken on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 – 11:30 and 1:00 – 3:30.

 

Household (1) Size MCI (2) Household (1) Size MCI (2)
1 $ 1,300 11 $ 5,800
2   1,750 12   6,250
3  2,200 13   6,700
4  2,650 14 7,150
5  3,100 15 7,600
6  3,550 16 8,050
7  4,000 17 8,500
8  4,450 18 8,950
9  4,900 19 9,400
10  5,350 20 9,850

 

 


UNITED BLOOD SERVICES WANTS YOUR BLOOD  

 

The United Blood Services has announced an emergency appeal for all blood types.  United Blood Services is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is located at 1321 College Drive in Texarkana .
 

With the summer upon us, United Blood services has seen fewer donors due to vacations and other commitments, while area patients and hospitals still need blood.  The drastic decrease in donors puts a strain on the community blood supply. The United Blood Services is a non profit community blood provider.
 

Volunteer donors must be at least 17 years of age and weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. For more information call 903-794-3173 or visit their web-site at www.UnitedBloodServices.org.

 


WICKES LIBRARY  HOURS       

Closed Saturday, Sunday, & Monday

Open Tuesday 9a.m. to noon

Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 9a.m. to noon & 1 p.m. to 5p.m.

Why not start a new resolution in 2009 besides losing weight, getting organized why not adds read a book. We have diet books, cooking & how to do books, mystery & many others.

 

 

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