Sevier County 4-H Rabies Clinic 04/21-04/26
The Sevier County 4-H Drive Thru Rabies Clinic will be held on Monday, April 21st, through Saturday, April 26th. For each rabies shot given, a donation will be made to the Sevier Co. 4-H. The rabies clinic will be held on Monday, April 21st, from 3:30-5 pm at the Gillham Fire Department, Tuesday, April 22nd, from 3:30-5 pm at the Lockesburg Sr. Citizens Center, Thursday, April 24th, from 3:30-5 pm at the Horatio Community Building, Friday, April 25th, from 3-5 pm at Herman Dierks Park, and Saturday, April 26th, from 9-11 am at Herman Dierks Park. Appointments can be made for other times throughout the week. For more information, contact De Queen Animal Hospital at 870-642-8387 or the Sevier County Extension Office at 870-584-3013. Arkansas Law requires all dogs and cats 3 months of age or older to have a yearly rabies vaccination. Dog shots are $10 for rabies, $15 for DAPP, and $10 for Lepto. Cat shots are $10 for rabies, $15 for FRCP, and $20 for Feruk.
Horatio Schools Band Banquet Concert 04/22
Gun Raffle Tickets *Rescheduled to 04/25*
There will be a gun raffle to win a brand new Henry 22 Mangum, Model H001TM Level Gun, Blued Octagon Barrel. Tickets are $5 each or 6 for $25. Winner must pass background check. All proceeds will benefit Maria Nelson, daughter of Betty Edwards, and her husband Jessie LeRoy. Maria has been in a Coma since December. Local businesses sponsoring the event include Twisted Tines Outfitters, Chandler Funeral Home, Harris Drug, De Queen Motor Sports, Debbie Seymoer, KDQN, Rawls Furniture, Tires Plus, Pilgrims, Beauty & Style Hair Salon, Southern Home, Legacy Academy, De Queen Health & Wellness, and Baker’s Sales & Service. Winner announced on Friday, April 18th. Contact Gloria Bennett for tickets at (870) 279-6953 or Cash App $airland.
Domtar Free Seedling Giveaway 04/25
Domtar Ashdown Mill will host a free seedling giveaway on Friday, April 25th, from 9 am-12:30 pm or until supply runs out at the Farmers Market located on 222 Frisco in Ashdown (across from the Little River Chamber of Commerce Office). Trees will be given on a first come, first serve basis. Limit two of each species per person. The following seedlings will be available: 400 Sawtooth Oak, 200 White Oak, 400 Pecan, 200 Water Hickory, and 100 Bald Cypress.
Ashdown High School Scholarship Tea 04/27
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.
De Queen Primary 2025-2026 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. 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.
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10th Anniversary Fiesta Fest 05/03
The 10th Annual Fiesta Fest will be held on Saturday, May 3rd, in Downtown De Queen near the City Pavilion. There are free T-shirts, family fun, beer garden, and free concert. T-shirts will be available while supplies last. Youth and Adult sizes available. You can enjoy food, vendors, cultural dancing, music, dog show, live wrestling, community talent show and more. Event will be held from 11 am-9 pm. Admission is free. All Fiesta Fest proceeds will support student scholarships at UA Cossatot. For more information, call 870-584-1172 or visit the website.
Lockesburg First Baptist Church Spring Revival 05/04-05/07
The Lockesburg First Baptist Church will host a spring revival on Sunday, May 4th, through Wednesday, May 7th. Evangelist Sam Moore will be speaking. Service will be held on Sunday morning at 10:45 am and nightly services will be held every day at 6:30. Everyone is welcome and nursery will be provided. Address for the church is 3466 S Camellia in Lockesburg, AR.
De Queen Lions Club Youth Fishing Derby *Rescheduled to 05/10*
The De Queen Lions Club will host a Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, April 26th, for ages 15 years old and younger. The event will be held at De Queen Lake Spillway. Registration will begin at 8:15 am and fishing will start at 9 am and end at 11 am. There is a limit of one fishing pole per youth. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registered contestants will receive a T-shirt while supply and sizes are available. There is no cost or fishing license required for this event. Arkansas Game and Fish will be providing catfish for this derby.
De Queen High School Graduation Ceremony 05/12
The De Queen High School Class of 2025 will have their graduation ceremony on Monday, May 12th, at 8 pm at Leopard Stadium on Bill Blackwood Field.
35th Annual Tri Lakes Bass Festival Registration Deadline 05/17
The 35th Annual Tri Lakes Bass Festival will be held on Saturday, May 24th, from 6 am-1 pm. Event will be held at Tri-Lakes (De Queen Lake, Dierks Lake, and Gillham Lake. Mailed in registrations must be received by Friday, May 17th. Must submit 1 registration form per person. You can make checks payable to Sevier County Chamber of Commerce. You can mail to PO Box 67 in De Queen, AR 71832 or drop off at 315 W Stillwell Ave in De Queen, AR 71832. For more information, call 870-584-3225 or email dqchamber@gmail.com. There is a $65 registration fee per person and $70 for late registration after 4 pm on Saturday, May 24th. The $75 registration bundle includes the registration fee and bass wristband. It is $80 for late registration and you wear wristband at hourly weigh-in. If your catch takes 1st place, you win an additional $50. Boat check and late registration begins at 5 am at Oak Grove & Rolling Fork in De Queen, Coon Creek & Little Coon Creek in Gillham, and Jefferson Ridge in Dierks. First weigh-in by 8 am and final weigh-in at 1 pm. Awards ceremony will be held at 3 pm at De Queen Herman Dierks Park. You must be present to win for door prizes and reel the weight. Must adhere to all event, state and federal rules and regulations. Hourly prizes on each lake are $100 for 1st, $80 for 2nd, $70 for 3rd, $60 for 4th, and $50 for 5th. For armband, it’s $150 for 1st, $85 for 2nd, $75 for 3rd, $65 for 4th, and $55 for 5th. Big Bass Overall winners are $2000 for 1st, $1000 for 2nd, $750 for 3rd, $500 for 4th, and $300 for 5th. If the last 2 digits of the biggest fish at each lake match the secret number, you win $10000.
De Queen High School Spring Sports Awards Ceremony 05/19
The De Queen High School will have a spring sports awards ceremony on Monday, May 19th, in the De Queen High School Cafeteria. Doors will open at 6:30 pm, and awards will begin at 7 pm. There will be awards for basketball, soccer, baseball, softball, archery, trap, cheer, and track and field. Refreshments will be served.
Lockesburg All School Reunion 06/07
ON-GOING PROGRAMS
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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 14th, 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.
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