Rodeo Royalty Signup 03/24
McCurtain County will have their Rodeo Royalty Signup for contestants on Monday, March 24th, and Tuesday, April 8th, at 6:30 pm at the LBEC. For more information, contact Lindsay at 580-286-0741.
Howard County Fairgrounds Carnival 03/26-03/29
The Howard County Fairgrounds will host a carnival on Wednesday, March 26th, through Saturday, March 29th. The carnival will take place from 6-10 pm on Wednesday through Friday, and 12-4 pm and 6-10 pm on Saturday. Armbands are $25 each day. Individual tickets for rides are also available nightly and from 4-6 pm on Saturday. There will be rides for all ages, carnival games, and carnival food trailers.
Cossatot Volunteer Fire Department Annual Membership Drive & Fish Fry 03/29
The Cossatot Volunteer Fire Department will host their Annual Membership Drive & Fish Fry on Saturday, March 29th, from 5 pm to whenever sold out. You can pay your $40 membership dues at the fish fry and get up to 3 plates. Meal plate includes fish, hushpuppies/fries, coleslaw, pinto beans, beverage, and dessert. Cost is $40 per household/911 address (for your membership) or $10 per plate. Any/all donations will be accepted. There will be live entertainment and a live auction. Please contact either Ashley Johnson at 870-784-1360 or Wanda Stover at 870-784-4347 if you are able to bring a dessert. If you are unable to attend the fish fry, you can mail your membership dues to the following address (Cossatot VFD, 857 Hwy 24 East, De Queen, AR 71832).
Ashdown High School Scholarship Contributions Due 04/01
The Ashdown High School Scholarship Committee will soon be awarding scholarships to 2025 AHS seniors, as it has since its formation in 1986, and contributors are encouraged to either continue donations as they have in previous years or become new scholarship donors and contribute to the success of new Ashdown High School graduates in their post-secondary endeavors. 100% of all donated monies are awarded every year and that all donations are tax-deductible. The Scholarship Committee has also authorized an alumni fund through which former students of Ashdown High School and businesses may contribute to the program in any amount and at any time. Such contributions may be made in honor or memory of friends and loved ones. To be awarded to 2025 AHS seniors, contributions must be received by Tuesday, April 1st. They may be mailed to or dropped off at the Ashdown School District Administration Office at 751 Rankin Street, Ashdown, Arkansas 71822. An online donation option has been added at www.ashdownschools.org, select the “Online Payments” tab, select “District” (from a mobile device, click on the three red bars), select “Scholarship Fund”, next enter information including “in memory/honor of” and your name and address for acknowledgment in the “Description Box”, enter scholarship amount and click “Add to Cart” button. As in previous years, scholarship recipients will be announced and scholarships awarded at a tea sponsored by the committee. The date for this year’s tea is Sunday, April 27th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Ashdown High School Cafeteria. All donors are welcome at the tea, and welcome to participate in presenting the scholarship they are giving if they would like.
Horatio Schools Board Meeting 04/01
UA Cossatot Career Fair 04/09
UA Cossatot will host a career fair on Wednesday, April 9th, from 10 am-1 pm at the Adams Building on the De Queen campus (183 College Dr.). You can connect with representatives across industries on a full-time, part-time, or internship employment. No registration is required. The door prize will be a $250 tuition waiver. For more information, contact 870-584-1136 or workforce@cccua.edu.
Light the City Community-Wide Youth Event 04/09
De Queen First Baptist Church will host Light the City Community-wide Youth event on Wednesday, April 9th, from 6:30-7:30 pm. There will be worship, student-led ministry, and food.
Pesticide Applicator Training 04/10
The next Pesticide Applicator Training program will be held on Thursday, April 10th, at 2 pm at the Adams Building at UA Cossatot in De Queen. Cost of the class is $20. If you have any questions, call County Extension Agent Staff Chair Rex Herring at 870-584-3013.
Fiber Network Engineer 04/14-07/28
The Fiber Network Engineer Program is an Arkansas Fiber Academy program co-designed with industry partners to ensure students understand and master FTTH networks, routing, and switching. Practical labs, hands-on experiences, and guest lectures by industry experts are integrated into this 15 week program to give students a real-world understanding of their learning applies outside the classroom and insights into the latest developments in FTTH technology. Curriculum includes Introduction to Remote Work and Networking Fundamentals, Basics of Ethernet and FTTH Networks, Networking Devices and Protocols, Introduction to Routing and Switching, Remote Work and Network Security, Troubleshooting and Support, Lab Projects and Final Exam/Certification. Program highlights include free training funded by Office of Skills Development, supportive services available to assist qualifying participants with transportation costs, free tools worth over $800 for graduates, and career services including job placement assistance. Credentials offered are Calix Broadband Engineer Certification, Arkansas Fiber Academy Fiber Network Engineer Certification, and 45 continuing education units. Classes will be beginning Monday, April 24th, and will go through Monday, July 28th. The class will be held on Monday through Thursdays from 8 am-4:30 pm and provide 450 contract hours. Marty Allen is the instructor. For more information, contact 870-584-1178 or continuingeducation@cccua.edu.
Horatio Schools Meet and Greet New Superintendent 04/15
Horatio Schools will host a Meet and Greet with their new superintendent Dr. Michael D. Odom on Tuesday, April 15th, from 2-4 p.m. at the Horatio High School library located at 1101 Metcalf in Horatio.
Horatio Schools Band Banquet Concert 04/22
All Horatio Bands (7th through 12th grades) will be performing one final time this year at our annual band banquet concert that will be held on Tuesday, April 22nd, at 6:30 pm in the Horatio High School Practice Gym.
De Queen Primary 2025-2026 Kindergarten School Choice Due 05/01
Parents can now pick up Kindergarten registration packets for the 2025-2026 school year. Your child must be 5 years of age on or before Aug 1st, 2025. If your child attends a local preschool, packets have already been given to your child. If your child is not attending a local preschool, please come by the De Queen Primary School office anytime to pick up a registration packet. Please understand that filling out the registration folder does not fully register your child. All incoming Kindergarten parents/guardians must attend the fall registration on Tuesday, July 29th, to be completely registered for school. If you have any questions, please contact Angela Lindly at the De Queen Primary School (870-642-3100). Please also be aware if you live outside the De Queen School District you must apply for School Choice by May 1st. You can find the School Choice application forms on the homepage of the De Queen Public School website at dequeenleopards.org
ON-GOING PROGRAMS
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Story Creek Baptist Church GriefShare
Story Creek Baptist Church’s GriefShare is designed to help those grieving the loss of a loved one(s). It’s a nondenominational and truth centered approach that helps to bring healing on the journey through grief. No matter your background or story, there is hope and help available. If this is something you, or someone you know may be interested in, please contact us through Facebook, Messenger, or by contacting us at 479-216-3752. Pending the interest response, we project to launch the GriefShare Group meetings beginning Monday, July 8th, from 6:30pm-8pm. These will be weekly meetings through the summer and are free of charge. There is a suggested fee for the participant workbook, but scholarships are available upon request. Please contact Story Creek Baptist Church with questions and check out the Story Creek Baptist Church Facebook page for further announcements.
DE QUEEN CHURCH OF CHRIST FOOD PANTRY
De Queen Church of Christ, 1305 W Collin Raye Drive, will have the food pantry on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month from 11 am to 1 pm. For more information, call 870-584-3226.
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.
FREE CLOTHING AT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST
Seventh Day Adventist church is hosting a free clothing giveaway session every Thursday from 9:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m. The church is located at 1446 red bridge road in De Queen.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT GILLHAM FIRE DEPARTMENT
The Gillham Volunteer Fire Department is always looking for extra help. Informational meetings are held at the station on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month with the exception of December. Contact Marc Rosson at 870-584-9434 to find out more about volunteering opportunities. Cent