Cossatot River Ag Boosters Scholarship Fish Fry 05/09
The Cossatot River Ag Boosters will host a scholarship fish fry on Saturday, May 9th, at noon at the Wickes Methodist Church. The meal will feature the famous Cannon Family fish net hushpuppies. Adults eat for $15, and children 12 and under for $10. For more information, call 870-313-1578 or 479-644-5443.
Ashdown School Board Meeting 05/11
The Ashdown Board of Education will have its regular monthly meeting on May 11th,
at 6:00 p.m. at the Ashdown Schools Administration Building, 751 Rankin Street, Ashdown, AR 71822. Meal will be served at 5:30 p.m.
AARP Driver’s Course 05/12
There will be a driver safety course for defensive driving on Tuesday, May 12th, from 9 am-1 pm at the Sevier County Medical Center located on 960 US-71 in De Queen. AARP members will pay $20 with an active membership. Non member will pay $25 to take part in course. Payable at door. Members are asked to bring their card to receive the discount. Check with your insurance to see how much of a discount you could get. Call 870-584-6120 and leave a message to register.
People & Pets Patriot Walk & Costume Contest 05/16
The Sevier County Medical Center Foundation will host a People & Pets Patriot Walk & Costume Contest on Saturday, May 16th, at 10 am. Register by 9:45 am that day. Winners will be awarded in these categories: Roman Candles (Adult), Sparklers (kids) and Rocket Paws (pets). There will be face painting and walking dog food truck. Show your patriotic spirit and join a festive parade at Sevier County Medical Center on Hwy 71, just north of De Queen. For more information, contact Sandra Jackson at 870-584-8177, Shelly Morris at 870-584-6255, Bruce Jackson at 870-582-3471, or Patty Sharp at 870-584-6277.
Tri-County Regional Library System Board Meeting 05/19
Tri-County Regional Library System Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 19th, at the Sevier County Library- De Queen branch at 5 p.m.
36th Annual Judge Ray Memorial Big Bass Festival 05/23
The Sevier County Chamber of Commerce will host the 36th Annual Judge Ray Memorial Big Bass Festival on Saturday, May 23rd. The event will be held at the Tri-Lakes in De Queen, Gillham, and Dierks. Registration for 5 am check in is $65. Registration w/ wristband is $75. Wristband for $50 hourly 1st place bonus. Hourly payout schedule is $100 for 1st, $150 for 1st with wristband, $80 for 2nd, $70 for 3rd, $60 for 4th, and $50 for 5th. $200 bonus for hourly overall Tri-Lakes winner. Overall Tri-Lakes payout is $2000 for 1st, $1000 for 2nd, $750 for 3rd, $500 for 4th, and $350 for 5th. Overall winner for each lake wins a chance at $10000. Registration is available online now and can be found directly at: https://www.sevierchamber.com/2026tri-lakes
Dierks School Board Meeting 05/26
There will be a Dierks School Board meeting on Tuesday, May 26th, at 5:00 p.m. in the Dierks School Board Room.
Sevier County Library Unearth a Story! Summer Reading Program 06/03-07/15
The Sevier County Library will host Unearth a Story! Summer Reading Program on Wednesdays, beginning June 3rd, through July 15th, at 11 pm. There will be fossils, dinosaurs, stories and fun. The De Queen Fire Department will be in attendance the final day of the program on July 15th.
Little River Classic 06/06
ON-GOING PROGRAMS
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Sevier County Farmers Market 05/09-12/23
The Sevier County Farmers Market is back at the Downtown Pavilion in De Queen and taking place beginning on Saturday, May 9th, through month of September on Wednesdays, from 7 am-12 pm, Fridays from 5-9 pm, and Saturdays from 7 am-12 pm. The Farmers Market will host holiday events on July 4th, from 8 am-12 pm, Halloween on Friday, October 30th, from 5-8 pm, Thanksgiving on Tuesdays, November 24th, from 5-8 pm, and Christmas on Wednesday, December 23rd, from 5-8 pm.
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.