1 month 3 weeks ago
Governor Sanders has “Declared a state of Emergency” for Arkansas due to the winter storm. If your business or residence has sustained storm damage, please email pictures along with your name, physical address, and telephone number to dumasfirear@gmail.com
If repairs or costs are incurred, be sure to keep receipts pertaining to the damage—in the event that funding becomes available as part of the response.
All information will be passed along to the appropriate county and state officials.
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2 months ago
The City of Dumas will be holding a Special Called meeting is to discuss the city finances and to approve the budget for 2026 at City Hall on January 31, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
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2 months ago
There will be an Election Commissioners Meeting on Thursday February 5, 2026 at the Desha County Courthouse. This meeting will take place at 4:00 PM 608 Robert S. Moore Avenue in Arkansas City, AR.
There will be L&A Testing on all Voting Equipment on Monday, February 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM. This will be at the Election Building located at 200 North Main in McGehee, AR. You will need to go to the South Entrance. The sign on the building says: Southeast Arkansas Community Action. The public is invited.
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2 months ago
GLAZED PORK
TENDERLOIN
1 5-6 pound ham
12 whole cloves
2 tsp grated orange peel
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup brown sugar
4 tsp cornstarch
1 1/2 tsp dry mustard
Place tenderloin in shallow roasting pan. Stick with cloves. Bake at 325 for 1 1/2 hour, brushing with glaze every 20 minutes.
GLAZE
Combine juice, brown sugar, cornstarch and dry mustard. Cook until thick and bubbly. Cook and stir 2 minutes more.
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2 months ago
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FREE Community Health & Resource Fair ! Join us for a variety of services available to the community at no cost, including health screenings, blood pressure monitors, gift cards, and more. Bring your family and invite your neighbors—this will be a welcoming space focused on care, information, and connection. The event will be held January 31, 2026 from 10 am to 2 pm at 130 W Waterman Street. We will also have art and painting workshops for children and youth, creating a fun and creative environment for everyone.
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Dumas City Councilmember presents information on .gov websites at the January Council meeting.
Dumas City Council Member Linda Weatherford and Jared May presented options on for .gov websites for the city to choose from at the council meeting Monday, January 12, 2025.
By Linna Jones on
2 months ago
ZUCCHINI BOATS
2 large zucchini, cut in half
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz bag fresh spinach
1/2 cup feta or Swiss cheese
Grated parmesan cheese
Scoop out a bit of the middle of the zucchini. Brush with olive oil. Place cut side down on baking
sheet. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes or tender/crisp. Remove from oven, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Saute garlic and spinach in olive oil for 2 minutes; add cheese and scooped out zucchini; stir until melted. Spoon into zucchini boats. Top with parmesan and return to oven for 5 minutes.
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2 months ago
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2 months ago
MANCHESTER, NH (01/06/2026)-- Shantrell Burgess of Dumas (71639) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's (SNHU) Fall 2025 President's List. The fall terms run from September to December.
Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President's List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring, and summer.
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2 months ago
The Dumas GymCats competed at Camden Fairview Middle School, where Dumas Middle School gymnast Laila placed in a field of 13 individual competitors: 5th on Floor, 6th on Beam, 5th on Vault, 7th on Bars, and 5th All-Around.
Below is the remaining 2026 GymCats schedule (all meets start at 4:15 p.m.):
Jan. 30 – Sheridan Invitational (Sr. High & Jr. High) @ Benton
Feb. 6 – Dumas @ Sheridan; Camden Fairview @ Monticello
Feb. 13 – Lady Cardinal Invite @ Camden Fairview (Sr. High only)
Feb. 20 – Dumas @ Monticello; Camden Fairview @ Sheridan
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2 months 1 week ago
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Dumas High School Teacher of the Year, blends innovation, care, and a family tradition of education to shape students’ lives and futures.
Teaching isn’t just a career—it’s a calling, a family tradition, and a way to make a real difference in the lives of students. Recently named Dumas High School and Dumas School District Teacher of the Year, Tarji Russell’s journey into education is as personal as it is inspiring.
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2 months 1 week ago
PINE BLUFF, AR – Jefferson Regional is pleased to announce that J. Steven Blake, DO, MSc, FACOI has joined the physician team at Jefferson Regional GI Associates.
Dr. Blake is now a member of the Jefferson Regional Medical Staff and will be providing specialized care in gastroenterology.
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2 months 1 week ago
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DUMAS — The Dumas Senior Bobcats put together a competitive effort but were unable to close the gap late, falling 66–57 to the McGehee Owls on Tuesday night.
The Bobcats stayed within striking distance for much of the contest, matching McGehee’s intensity with tough defense and disciplined half-court play. Dumas had several strong stretches on offense, cutting into the deficit and keeping the home crowd engaged.
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2 months 1 week ago
DUMAS — Dumas put together a complete performance on both ends of the floor, rolling past Rison by a final score of 70–29.
Dumas set the tone early with relentless defense and crisp ball movement, jumping out to an 8–9 lead after the opening stretch and never looking back. The Bobcats controlled the pace throughout, forcing turnovers, winning the rebounding battle, and converting in transition.
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2 months 1 week ago
Last Roadway Report for the Day:
3:30 p.m.
By Desha County Sheriff Mitch Grant on
2 months 3 weeks ago
A free grant writing workshop will be held in McGehee on Friday, January 9.
The workshop will be held at 300 Fowler Mitchell building Shady Lane McGehee from 10 am to 1 pm. Participants will learn how to find grant funders; understand grant applications; and applying for grant funding.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
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The Desha County Sheriff Office busted a major copper theft with investigation starting in November and three arrests in December.
A farmer first reported theft finding electric wire cut on the north end of Choctaw Island on November 4, 2025. Deputies responded to the scene and found that over one mile of live copper electric line had been cut and removed.
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2 months 3 weeks ago
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Delta Memorial Hospital welcomed the first baby of 2026 four days into the New Year.
Parents Jennifer Rosas and Kendarias Smith, and big brother, 2-year-old Ja'Koben welcomed La'Curry Smith, 6 pounds and 14.8 oz, on January 4, 2026. The family received the gift of a baby blanket from the DMH Auxiliary. Karen and Peter Plante of Pine, AZ donated the blanked to the Auxiliary. Pictured: DMH Auxiliary Alice Branson, Abbie Nutt, RN/Ob Manager, Jennifer Rosas, 1-day-old La'Curry Smith, 2-year-old Ja’Koben Smith, Kendarias Smith and DMH Auxiliary Maedene Wesser.
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The Desha County Sheriff Office alerted county residents of a jury duty scam alert
They posted to their facebook page on December 29, 2025.
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The Dumas Community gathered for a Community Day of Prayer to welcome in the New Year at the Dumas Community Center January 1, 2026.
Minister Debra Hawkins opened the event and spoke about letting go of past events and let 2026 be a new beginning. The group sang “Amazing Grace” before the prayers.
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