Haunted House Lockesburg City Park 10/03-10/31
The Lockesburg City Park will host a haunted house on Fridays and Saturdays during the month of October from 7:30 – midnight. If there is a larger crowd, the haunted house will be open later. Small children will begin with a walkthrough for 30 minutes to begin the event. Concession stands will be open. Proceeds will go to the Lockesburg City Park for stadium lights, so baseball and softball can play at nights.
Dierks High School Wins $25K in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights Contest Voting Deadline 10/24
Dierks High School has just been named one of 25 finalist schools nationwide to receive a $25,000 prize through T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights program, a nationwide competition celebrating the power of high school football to bring communities together. For more than 20 years, the Outlaws’ stadium has gone without upgrades, yet their town of farmers, small business owners, welders, teachers and cafeteria workers show up with pride to support the team. Winning the $1 million grand prize would do more than just replace outdated facilities — it would remind the students that they can be from a small town and still dream big. The school also was awarded $5,000 as part of the “5K Friday’s” sweepstakes earlier in the season. In addition to the $1 million football field upgrade, the Outlaws now have the chance to also win renovated weight room from Gronk Fitness, consultation with stadium experience experts, all expenses paid trip to the SEC Championship Game for 16 school representatives, and a tailgate party revealing the finalized upgrades in 2026. To help the school win the grand prize, voting is open Sept. 25-October 24 on the Friday Night 5G Lights website. The community can come back every day during the time period to cast another vote for their favorite school — the more daily votes, the higher the chance of winning the grand prize being announced on October 30.
The Horatio National Honor Society will host a Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 25th, from 6-7:30 pm on 1101 Metcalf Lane in Horatio, AR 71842. The event is free. There will be a movie night hosted by the Lion Ambassadors for $3 following the event.
Denim & Diamonds 10/25
The Chamber-sponsored Denim & Diamonds fundraiser will be on Saturday, October 25th from 6-10 PM at the Rocky Hill Ranch. Tickets are $70 each and are available from any Chamber board member or at the Chamber office. A block of ten tickets is $65 each. At the door, admission will be $75.
Lockesburg City Park Trunk or Treat 10/25
The Lockesburg City Park will host a Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 25th.
Ashdown Homecoming Week 10/25-10/31
Ashdown will host their homecoming festivities beginning Saturday, October 25th, and will go through Friday, October 31st. Their homecoming dance for grades 9-12 will be held on Saturday, October 25th. Homecoming Spirit Days will begin on Monday, October 27th, with Snowed IN (Turn the school into a blizzard. Wear white or your best snow gear), Tuesday, October 28th with Waving the Miners Bye (Beach Day! Dress in summer inspired outfits. Think Hawaiian shirts, leis, and sunglasses.), Wednesday October 29th, with Wild Wednesday (Show your wild side. Wear your favorite animal print or think safari ride tourist.), Thursday, October 30th, with Hunting A Win (Blend into the jungle. Hunt, wear camouflage from head to toe.), and Friday October 31st with Panther Pride (Show your best school spirit with purple and gold). There will be powder puff volleyball on Monday, October 27th, at 6 pm for $5 at Helen Parker Gym. Powder puff football will be held on Tuesday, October 28th, at 6 pm at Dick Hays Stadium. On Friday, October 31st, the schedule for homecoming is as follows: dismissal at 11 am, pep rally at 12 pm, parade to follow, coronation at 6:25 pm, and kickoff at 7 pm.
Little River County Chamber of Commerce Trunk or Treat 10/26
The Little River Chamber of Commerce will host their Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 26th, from 3-5 pm at the Ashdown City Park. You can sign up to be a sponsor or vendor through the following link. Spots are free for Chamber members and only $10 for non-member.
Dierks School Board Meeting 10/28
The Dierks School Board will meet on Tuesday, October 28th, at 12:00 p.m. The agenda will be uploaded to the district’s website prior to the meeting.
HealthCARE Express Trick-or-Treat 10/31
HealthCARE Express in De Queen will host their our upcoming Trick-or-Treat event on Friday, October 31st, from 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Families are invited to stop by the clinic throughout the day for safe, family-friendly Halloween fun. The event includes minion-themed decorations, free goodie bags for kids, coloring sheets to take home, and pictures with our beloved mascot, Klondike the Bear. The event is free and open to the public.
Ashdown Homecoming Tailgating Alumni Plaza 10/31
The Ashdown Homecoming Tailgating Alumni Plaza will be held on Friday, October 31st. Please set up after school is dismissed. No alcohol, drugs, or firearms. No open fires, grills are permitted. Please remove all trash. Alumni are guests of the school, please respect school property.
Sevier County Chamber Trunk or Treat 10/31
On Halloween, Trick or Treat on the courthouse square starts at 4:30. The De Queen Trunk or Treat event, sponsored by Pilgrims and the Fair Association, has been moved to the fairgrounds and is scheduled from 5-8 P.M. Candy donations for this event are now being collected at a number of locations including First State Bank, Horatio State Bank and the Sevier County Extension Office.
Sevier County Fairgrounds Trunk or Treat 10/31
The Sevier County Fair Association and Pilgrims are partnering up to have Trunk or Treat at the Sevier County Fairgrounds on Friday, October 31st, from 5-8 pm. You can drop off candy at Simple Simon’s, Cutting Room, Southern Fringe Salon, Sevier County Extension Office, and Horatio State Bank.
HealthCARE Express De Queen DOT Physicals 10/31
For the month of October, HealthCARE Express De Queen is offering Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals for just $76, helping commercial drivers stay certified and on the road safely. This limited-time offer runs through Friday, October 31st, and is designed to make the certification process faster, easier, and more affordable for drivers across the region.
The De Queen Lake Shoreline Clean Up will be held on Saturday, November 1st, from 8 am-1 pm. Volunteers are welcomed to participate in a shoreline cleanup at De Queen Lake. Registration begins at 8 am at Oak Grove Boat Ramp. Gloves and bags will be provided. Please bring your own trash grabbers, bug spray, sunscreen, and life jackets. Lunch will be provided to volunteers at 12 pm. For more information about the event, please contact De Queen Project Office at 870-584-4161. To get to the shoreline at De Queen Lake, you’ll head north on Highway 71 from De Queen for 4 miles and turn left onto De Queen Lake Road. Go 4 miles across the dam and turn right at the stop sign. Oak Grove Park will be on your right.
Micah 6:8 Gun Raffle 11/01
Micah 6:8 will also host a gun raffle for a Weatherby Vanguard 7 mm Patriotic Edition. Tickets cost $5. Drawing will be held on Saturday, November 1st, at noon at Micah 6:8 Coffee Shop. You do not have to be present to win, but you must have a valid ID and pass all required background checks. Pickup and background check will be at Twisted Tines Outfitters in De Queen. For tickets or more information, contact Debbie Akin at 870-584-3115. Proceeds will benefit Micah Mental Health First Aid and training classes.
Ashdown High School Alumni Association Homecoming Banquet 11/01
The 19th Annual Ashdown High School Alumni Association Banquet will be held on Saturday, November 1st, in the Ashdown High School Cafeteria. This year, the Alumni Association is proud to recognize two outstanding members of the Class of 1975: Finos B. “Buddy” Johnson, Jr. and Dr. Dennis J. Wells. The Ashdown High School Alumni Association invites all alumni, friends, and community members to join in this special evening of recognition and celebration. Tickets for the Alumni Banquet may be purchased in advance, and seating is limited. Tables of eight can be reserved by contacting Brenda Snead at 903-277-2399 or nanab5314@gmail.com. One person should collect the money for the entire table and submit it along with the completed reservation form. Tables will be reserved once the form and payment of $240.00 are returned to her. Individual tickets are also available for purchase locally. They can be obtained at The Castle Antiques (120 Rankin St.); Sandra Shackelford Furlow (P.O. Box 158, Ogden, AR 71853, 870-898-6803, sandrabobfurlow@gmail.com) or Susan Setliff Simmons (1021 Rankin St., Ashdown, AR 71822, phone or text 903-277-9359, ashdownsusan@sbcglobal.net). Checks should be made payable to the AHS Alumni Association. Alumni may also pay electronically via Venmo at @Ashdown-AlumniAssociation.
AARP Driver Safety Class 11/05
AARP will hold a driver safety course on Wednesday, November 5th, from 9 am-1 pm at the Sevier County Medical Center located on 960 US 71 North in De Queen, AR 71832. The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. This course will refresh your driving skills and knowledge of the rules of the road, help you learn techniques for handling left turns, right-of-way and roundabouts, and discover proven driving methods to help you and your loved ones safe on the road. To register, call 870-584-6120. If no answer, please leave a message. To find additional courses, visit www.aarp.org/driving36 or call 1-888-773-7160.
Annual Cossatot Arts & Crafts Art Show and Festival 11/14-11/16
Also, that weekend, the 53rd Annual Cossatot Arts & Crafts Art Show and Festival will be held November 14th – 16th at the Art Center in the former King schoolhouse building.
De Queen Lake Trails Grand Opening 11/15
The grand opening of the De Queen Lake Trails At Pine Ridge Park at the De Queen Lake will be held Saturday, November 15th. Registration will held from 9-10 am. The opening ceremony will be held from 10-11 am with prayer, presentation of colors, national anthem, pledge, Sandra Dunn speaking, and America 250 Patriot Marker Dedication. There will also be a kid’s scavenger hunt, bike maintenance demo, bike drawing, yoga class, mountain biking demo, group bike ride, and group hike throughout day. T-shirts are available for sale at $20. Lunch will be provided by The Walking Dog with $10 donation. Lunch can be purchased on site.
Holiday Health Walk Early Bird Registration Deadline 11/30
The Sevier County Medical Association will host their Holiday Health Walk on Saturday, December 30th, at the Sevier County Medical Center. Early registration deadline is Sunday, November 30th, for $30. The medical center is located on 960 US Hwy 71 N in De Queen, AR 71832. You can walk or run laps around the scenic hospital trail between 10 am-1 pm. Each lap you complete earns you a ticket to enter into drawings for prizes. T-shirt will be included. The De Queen Show Choir will also perform, and there will be a costume contest prizes for “Most Festive.” Scan the QR code to register or pick up registration form at the Sevier County Medical Center and return registration forms to the Sevier County Medical Center. For more information, contact Lorena Branson at 501-282-3988 or Sandra Jackson at 870-584-8177.
Sevier County Christmas Festival & Parade 12/06
Finally, Christmas in Candyland will be the theme of Sevier County’s Christmas Festival and Parade in De Queen on Saturday, December 6th. Christmas parades will be held earlier that day in Horatio and Lockesburg.
National Civics Bee Application Deadline 02/03/26
AEDCE is pleased to share an exciting opportunity for Arkansas students in grades 6 through 8 — the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s 2026 National Civics Bee. The Civics Bee encourages young people to explore issues in their communities, develop solutions, and showcase their civics knowledge through essay writing and live competitions. To participate, students will answer a four-question prompt proposing a solution to a community problem. The top 20 essays in each participating community advance to a live civics quiz competition. Winners progress to state and national competitions, with opportunities to earn recognition and prizes — including a $100,000 education savings plan grand prize. Essay submissions are due by Tuesday, February 3th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. HST. For more details and to access the essay application portal, click the link.
ON-GOING PROGRAMS
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Sevier County Farmers Market 10/25
The Sevier County Farmers Market will open on Wednesday, May 7th, at 7 am-12 pm in Downtown De Queen at the City Pavilion. Saturday markets start on May 10th from 7 am-12 pm or sold out. 2025 vendor forms available on site. Follow their Facebook page for the latest updates.
Lockesburg Farmers Market 10/25
The Lockesburg Farmers Market will be going on every Saturday until October 25, 2025 at the Pavillion in the Park at Lockesburg. The event runs from 3-6 pm. You can check for updates on their Facebook page: Lockesburg Farmer’s Market. You can also come by the Lockesburg City Hall and get a form. It is free this year.
DE QUEEN CHURCH OF CHRIST FOOD PANTRY
De Queen Church of Christ, 1305 W Collin Raye Drive, hosts a food pantry on the first Wednesday of each month from 8 a.m. to 9:50 a.m.
DE QUEEN FIRST ASSEMBLY FOOD PANTRY
De Queen First Assembly, 1440 West Collin Raye Drive, will have the food pantry on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month from 9 am to 10:30 am. Call 870-584-3435 for more information about De Queen First Assembly and their food pantry.
Wickes Trade Days
Wickes Trade Days are the 2nd Saturday of each month. No charge for vendors to set up. The vendors start set up around 8 and it’s located on the lawn between the Union Bank and fire station on 278 east in Wickes. You can search the Wickes TRADE DAY Facebook page for people to follow or contact 479-216-8234 for more information.
Micah 6:8 Coffee Time for Widows & Widowers
Micah 6:8 will host a coffee time for widows and widowers at 9 am on every 3rd Tuesday. Enjoy a free cup or two of the house coffee and cherish moments of fellowship with wonderful company. You can contact Micah 6:8 at 870-584-3115 or find them on Facebook. The address of Micah 6:8 is 302 W De Queen Ave in De Queen.
Sevier County Housing Authority Board Meetings
The Sevier County Housing Authority is going to have Board meeting the 3rd Thursday of every month at noon at the Housing Authority Community Room at 304 S 13th Street, De Queen. These meetings are open to the public.
Veterans for Foreign Wars Meeting
The Veterans for Foreign Wars (VFM) will meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at the Legion Hut on 8th Street.
SEVIERLY STRONG – STRONGER TOGETHER!
De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce has started a new facebook page which will allow local businesses to post change of hours, curbside and home delivery availability as well as online shopping incentives. Help spread awareness for our local businesses by inviting friends and fellow business owners to join the group. For the most up-to-date listing or to post your information, click here.
PESTICIDE APPLICATOR TRAINING
The Division of Agriculture has made pesticide applicator training, certification available online.Fast Facts:
- Private applicator training now available online at uaex.edu/pat
- $20 cost does not include license fee paid to state
- Valid for both initial certification and recertification
FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION 2ND THURSDAY
Horatio Sotelo with Templo de Alabanza said they will be distributing commodities at the First Church of the Nazarene on Hwy 70B in De Queen the second Thursday of each month.
DAISY STATE PARK UPCOMING EVENTS
Copy and paste the link below for a list of upcoming events:https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/daisy-state-park
EXTENSION HOMEMAKERS CLUB MEETINGS
The Extension Homemakers Clubs (EHC) of Sevier County hold regular monthly meetings for members to gain new knowledge through workshops, programs, activities and service projects. Everyone is welcome and information is available by contacting Janet Cantrell at 870-584-3013.De Queen EHC meets the 2nd Wednesday of Each month in The REA building AT 9:30 a.m.Gillham EHC meets the 2nd Friday of each month in member homes in Gillham at 10:00 a.m.
AMERICAN LEGION NOW ACCEPTING ALL HONORABLY DISCHARGED MILITARY SERVICEMEN AND WOMEN
Ricky Hendricks, Commander of Post 54 in De Queen has announced more people can join the American legion. Previously only veterans with certain years of service were eligible, but now policies have changed to allow for anyone who has been honorably discharged from the military to join the legion. The local Legion Hut in De Queen is located at 813 North 8th street and the group meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m.
DE QUEEN FIRE DEPARTMENT ISSUES SAFETY REMINDERS
De Queen Fire Chief Dennis Pruitt has issued a reminder to citizens about carbon monoxide safety. For anyone who does not have a carbon monoxide detector or smoke alarm, call The Fire Department at 870-584-7224.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC NOW
You may now purchase copies of Arkansas Birth and Arkansas Death certificates at the Sevier County Health Unit, 304 N. 4th Street in De Queen.. For more information, call 870-642-2535AR Birth Certificates are $12.00 for first copy and $10.00 for each additional Birth Copy. AR Death Certificates are $10.00 and $8.00 for each additional Death Copy.At this time, they are only able to accept Cash or Check.You can still purchase certificates at: 4815 W Markham St. Little Rock, AR 72205.
IMAGINATION LIBRARY REGISTRATION FORMS
Imagination Library of Southwest Arkansas is an early childhood BOOK GIFTING program for all Sevier County children Birth to age Five. The children will receive an age appropriate book, monthly, at no cost to the parents, for children of Sevier County.To register for the Gifting Program, forms may be picked up at KDQN studios, De Queen Auto Group or at any Sevier County Library or you can register at www.imaginationlibrary.com.For more information, please call Z.Z. at 870-642-4886, Mary Ellen Dooley 870-584-8663, Melanie Marshall at 870-784-2882 or For Spanish information call Erika Buenrrostro at 870-784-5154.
HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed in Lockesburg, De Queen, Ashdown, Foreman, and Texarkana to help hospice patients and their families. Call Latoya Farris at 870-773-2621 or email: latoya.Farris@encompasshealth.com.
DONATIONS FOR CHALICE CUPBOARD ACCEPTED MON-SAT
Donations for the chalice cupboard may be dropped off at the De Queen branch of the Sevier County Library.
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED ON THURSDAYS
Application for the low-income home energy assistance program will be accepted in Sevier County at the De Queen Nazarene Church on Thursdays from 8am-noon.
CASA SEEKING VOLUNTEERS
CASA of the Ouachita Region is currently looking for volunteers to advocate on behalf on foster care children. More information on volunteering can be found by calling Yuliza Stubbs at 870-518-4026 or email aguirreyuliza@yahoo.com.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY MEETING EVERY FRIDAY
De Queen First Assembly Celebrate Recovery is lead by Joe and Hattie Vance every Friday night at 6:00 p.m in De Queen. Information can be found by calling 870-584-3435 or email joehattiecr@yahoo.com.
HORATIO COMMUNITY LUNCH
Community lunch every 3rd Saturday at Horatio 1st Assembly of God Fellowship Hall from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Every one is welcome and there is no cost.