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Halloween comet may make a headless appearance this week
The Halloween comet, C/2024 S1 should become visible in the Northern Hemisphere on October 29.
Stories by Kate Flynn
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Subscriber ExclusiveCouple arrested in relation to July 21 homicide remain in jail
The couple arrested in relation to the homicide of Jontavion Higgs on July 21, 2024, remain in the Ouachita County Detention Center.
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Today is Frankenstein Friday
National Frankenstein Friday is October 25 this year.
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Subscriber ExclusiveBurn ban remains in effect, but people aren’t listening
Ouachita County has been under a burn ban for most of the month of October, but fires continue to be reported throughout the county on almost a daily basis.
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More fires reported in the Bearden area
A fire was reported to emergency services on Thursday, October 24 at around 1 p.m. on CR-268, just outside the city limits of Bearden.
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The NFPA give suggestions to make your Halloween more fire safe
According to a press release from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), "Between 2018 and 2022, an annual average of 835 home structure fires began …
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Two new art exhibitions open at SAAC, with reception on October 29
El Dorado Artist Steve Slaughter to Showcase Unique Raku Pottery at South Arkansas Arts Center
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Police Reports
The Camden Police Department reported the following incidents:
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Cutting torch causes fire just outside Camden city limits
A fire broke out just south of the Camden city line on Sunday, October 20 at around 1:30 pm.
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Church in Dallas County threatened by wildfire
Around 6:30 on Sunday, October 20 a fire was reported near Princeton in Dallas County.
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Subscriber ExclusiveTwo comets may be possible to see before Halloween
The comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is currently crossing the night sky and may be the brightest comet of the year.
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Judge McAdoo declares October 20, 2024, White Springs A.M.E day for the outstanding spirit led worship to Ouachita County
Sunday, October 20, County Judge Robert McAdoo presented the White Springs African Methodist Episcopal Church with a proclamation in celebration of the church'…
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Subscriber ExclusiveFires continue to break out in Ouachita County as dry weather continues
Fires continue to break out in Ouachita County with two fires being reported near Bearden on Saturday, October 19.
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Subscriber ExclusiveThe Arkansas Committee for the National Museum of Woman in the Arts host 35 year anniversary reception at SAAC
The Arkansas Committee for the National Museum of Woman in the Arts (ACNMWA) hosted a reception at the South Arkansas Arts Center (SAAC) on Tuesday, October 15.
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Camden Fairview High School Crowns Homecoming Queen
Camden Fairview High School held their Homecoming Coronation on Friday, October 18.
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Subscriber ExclusiveTwo houses catch fire on Pearl Street
Camden Fire Department responded to a call for a structure fire on Thursday, October 17 at around 11:15 a.m.
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Fire in wooded area of Dedman Street
A fire in a wooded area on Dedman Street in Camden was reported late Wednesday, October 16.
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Fire in the woods near County Line
A fire on Highway 7, just before the county line, was reported to Ouachita County in the morning of October 17.
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30 acres burned in Frenchport fire
A fire was reported in Frenchport in the early hours of Wednesday, October 16.
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Fire in Elliot still smolders
A fire broke out in the woods in Elliot after a tree fell across power lines on October 15, at around 9 pm
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Jacob’s Well Coffeehouse holds First Annual Pie Competition
Jacob's Well Coffeehouse and Bakery held their First Annual Pie Competition on Saturday, October 12.
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Subscriber ExclusiveStreet in Bearden dedicated to Melvia Dena Buckley
Saturday, October 12, friends and family of Melvia Dena Buckley gathered in Bearden for a street dedication in her honor.
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Subscriber ExclusiveLocal National Guard soldiers and recruits do community service around Camden
National Guard members and recruits were out doing community service in the City of Camden on Saturday, October 12.
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Two vehicle collision on Hwy 7 and Fairview, no major injuries
A two car vehicle collision occurred at around 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 13 at the intersection of Highway 7 and Fairview Road.
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Subscriber ExclusiveLawnmower fire in Louann
A lawnmower fire was reported on Saturday, October 12 in Louann.
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Camden Fall Craft Fair held at Sportsplex
The Fall Craft Fair was held at the Camden Sportsplex in Fairview on Saturday, October 12.
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Subscriber ExclusiveMan accused as shooter in the Mad Butcher shooting has hearing
A hearing was held on Friday, October 11 at the Dallas County courthouse in Fordyce in regards to Travis E. Posey, the man accused in the Mad Butcher Shooting …
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Subscriber ExclusiveSAU Tech Men's Basketball Coach speaks to Camden Noon Lions Club
The Camden Noon Lions Club met on Wednesday, October 9 at Kaboom.
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Wildfire conditions to continue as no rain is expected until late next week
Reports of fires continue across the Golden Triangle and are likely to continue as the dry weather conditions persist.
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Subscriber ExclusiveNorthern Lights Visible in South Arkansas
The Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights, was visible in Arkansas on Thursday, October 10.
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Camden City Council passes new ordinances and resolutions at October meeting
Camden City Council had seven ordinances and resolutions on the schedule for the October meeting.
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Subscriber ExclusiveCamden City Council holds October meeting
Camden City Council held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 8 at the Municipal Building in downtown Camden.
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The Hub of Ouachita County holds October meeting
The Hub of Ouachita County had their monthly meeting Tuesday, October 8 at the First United Methodist Church in Camden.
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Subscriber ExclusiveFire in Highland Park on Wednesday Afternoon
Another fire in the area was reported in Calhoun County in the afternoon on Wednesday, October 9.
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Wild fires in the Bearden area likely to continue until there’s rain
Several grass fires broke out on October 7 on US 79 between Harmony Grove and Bearden.
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Police Reports
The Camden Police Department reported the following incidents:
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Reports of shot's fired at Lincoln Center under investigation
Sunday, October 6 Camden Police Department and Ouachita County Sheriff's Department responded to reports of shots fired at Lincoln Center.
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Subscriber ExclusiveWard One candidates for Alderman answer questions in a pubic interview event
A meet-and-greet interview event for city council candidates running in Ward 1 was held on October 1 at Catherine's Bistro.
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OCSO host family fun day
The Ouachita County Sheriff's Office held a Family Fun Day on Saturday, October 5.
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October First Friday Market featured Scarecrows, trains and a Storm Trooper
Camden held the second to last First Friday Market of the year on Friday, October 4 in downtown Camden.
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Subscriber ExclusiveLocals have their pets blessed on St. Francis Day
In addition to the food and fun found at the First Friday Market on Friday, October 4, locals were invited to bring their pets down to Native Dog Brewing for a…
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Fall Scarecrows in Downtown Camden
This year's scarecrows have begun showing up on corners of downtown Camden.
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Subscriber ExclusiveKristina Covington: September Teacher of the Month
Kristina Covington has been voted Teacher of the Month for September.
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Police Reports
The Camden Police Department reported the following incidents:
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Learn how to administer naloxone for overdose and save lives
First Choice Family Care and the Rotary Club of Camden will be offering a free Naloxone training class October 14 at 6pm at the Green Center of the Ouachita Co…
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CFSD High School students join Camden Clean Up
Around 30 Camden Fairview High School students, along with members of Thrive Church came out on Saturday, September 28 for the Camden Clean-Up.
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OPED holds September board meeting
Ouachita Partnership for Economic Development (OPED) had their September meeting Tuesday, September 24.
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Local candidates attend ‘Meet and Greet’
Candidates for the 2024 general election met on Monday, September 23 at the Zion Hill Baptist Church for the “Meet the Candidates Meet and Greet.”
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Subscriber ExclusiveFormer city alderman appeals judgement in civil suit
Ebony Gulley, of Camden, filed an appeal with the Ouachita County Circuit Court in regards to a decision made by the District Court in a civil case which found…
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Her Business Circle hosts Ladies Day Out at 316 Distillery
The Her Business Circle held their Ladies Day Out event on Saturday, September 21 at 316 Distillery.
