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By Decortez Dobbs Dumas Clarion Intern on
2 months 3 weeks ago
The Dumas LadyCats wrapped up a successful week at the Mountain Home Tournament, finishing 2–1 against a competitive field to close out the 2025 portion of their season.
Dumas picked up an impressive 63–34 victory over Cave City before edging Georgetown, Texas 42–41 in a tightly contested matchup. The LadyCats faced tough opposition throughout the tournament, gaining valuable experience against quality teams.
Three LadyCats earned Player of the Game honors during the tournament: Shakiah Brown, Tamyra Clay, and Kendri Broughton, each playing key roles in the team’s success.
By Decortez Dobbs Dumas Clarion Intern on
2 months 3 weeks ago
The City of Dumas will no longer pick up limbs and trees for free that have been cut by the homeowner or hired contractor and placed on the curb for free.
The resident or homeowner is responsible for the disposal of limbs and trees placed on their curb.
If the City of Dumas Sanitation Department or Street Department receive a request to pick up the limbs and trees cut by a homeowner or contractor, there will be a minimum charge of $500.00 to be paid at the City of Dumas before the trees and limbs will be picked up.
Thank you for your cooperation.
By Submitted by City of Dumas on
2 months 4 weeks ago
Few entities have had a bigger effect on Arkansas than Walmart, and this year the effect was bigger than most. For that reason, philanthropist Alice Walton, daughter of founder Sam Walton, and retiring CEO Doug McMillon are the Arkansans of the Year.
Every December, this column bestows that title on an individual or individuals who have most impacted the state. It is inspired by Time magazine’s “Person of the Year” designation for “the person or persons who most affected the news and our lives, for good or ill, and embodied what was important about the year.”
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Desha County Quorum Court met November 20, 2025, at 1 :JOPM at the Desha County Court-house.
In new business, Students from Cornerstone Christian Academy were in attendance to witness
parliamentary procedures. All Quorum Court Members and Elected Officials stood and introduced themselves.
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BLACK EYED PEAS
1 pound dry black eyed peas
1 ham bone
1/4 cup chopped onion
Salt and pepper to taste
Tabasco to taste
Soak peas in enough water to cover for 30 minutes. Add water to peas to fill pot, onion, salt,
pepper, hambone and Tabasco. Bring to a boil and simmer until tender. Remove hambone and
trim off meat. Add meat back to peas and simmer for 15 minutes more. Serve with cornbread.
By Taralou Dunklin on
2 months 4 weeks ago
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Young but Fearless: Dumas High Boys Basketball Team Set to Dominate
The Cats earned a hard-fought victory over Dermott in the Dumas Holiday Classic. Marcus Kilgore and Kemarion Jackson led the way with 16 points apiece, while Kentz Brown added 11 points and six rebounds. Josh Cobb controlled the floor with 10 assists, and Isaac Charles contributed five rebounds in the win.
By Decortez Dobbs Dumas Clarion Intern on
2 months 4 weeks ago
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The Dumas Public Library Patrons received the opportunity to get their picture with Santa December 19, 2025.
Children lined up to speak with Santa and have their picture taken. The received a gift and a book and a swag bag sponsored by the Reform Alliance. Save the Children in Monticello donated the books and gifts for children ages 1-12 years old.
“We are very blessed to partner with these organizations, our volunteer Santa, and our volunteer gift wrapper . Without them we would not be able to do things like this for our community. Thank you”
By Linna Jones Dumas Clarion on
2 months 4 weeks ago
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The Dumas Ladycats captured the Dumas Holiday Classic Championship with an impressive showing throughout the tournament. Displaying determination, teamwork, and relentless effort on both ends of the court, the Ladycats proved why they are one of the top teams in the area.
Several players stepped up with key performances, contributing on offense, defense, and the boards to secure the championship title. Their hard work and preparation were evident in every game played.
Congratulations to the Dumas Ladycats on an outstanding tournament run and a well-earned victory.
By Decortez Dobbs Dumas Clarion Intern on
3 months ago
The City of Dumas will no longer pick up limbs and trees for free that have been cut by the homeowner or hired contractor and placed on the curb for free.
The resident or homeowner is responsible for the disposal of limbs and trees placed on their curb.
If the City of Dumas Sanitation Department or Street Department receive a request to pick up the limbs and trees cut by a homeowner or contractor, there will be a minimum charge of $500.00 to be paid at the City of Dumas before the trees and limbs will be picked up.
Thank you for your cooperation.
By City of Dumas on
3 months ago
IR-2025-119, Dec. 9, 2025
WASHINGTON — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2026-05 providing guidance on new tax benefits for Health Savings Account participants under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. These changes expand HSA eligibility, which allows more people to save and to pay for healtPlnhcare costs through tax-free HSAs.
Expansion of HSA Eligibility Under the OBBB
The OBBB expands access to HSAs by making the following changes:
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The Friendship Association District Ladies Auxiliary met October 9th at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church at Dumas for their regular quarterly meeting.
The opening hymn “I Gave My Heart To Thee”, was led by Mildred Carter with Faye Wallace at the piano. Both were from the host church.
By Courtesy of Friendship Association District Ladies Auxiliary on
3 months ago
(Originally published December 17, 2025)
Mixing It Up with Taralou Dunklin
BACON CORN AND CRAB DIP
1 tbls olive oil
1 rib celery, minced
1/3 cup minced onion
8 oz cream cheese
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion salt
1/8 tsp pepper
6 oz crabmeat
1 can corn, drained
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 green onion (sliced for garnish)
By Taralou Dunklin on
3 months ago
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Dumas Main Street buzzed with activity as crowds came to Merry Main December 5, 2025.
The event had 18 market vendors, four food trucks, two carnival rides, four carnival games, a Balloon artist, live camel rides, a face painter, Visiting with Santa and Rick Helton as Masters of Ceremony. The booths provided a varity of items for sale from ornaments, furniture, baked goods, décor, and more. Main Street showed of a clean look with the newly completed brick repairs from El Parian to the Cuttin' Corner.
By Linna Jones, Dumas Clarion Staff on
3 months ago
New saplings will be adding to the beauty of Memorial Park after the dedication and planting ceremony held by the Arkansas Black Mayor’s Association for their Delta Community Forest Project. The ADCFP program will plant a total of 1,200 youth-aged trees at community gathering spaces and public schools within disadvantaged communities.
10 saplings now call the grounds of Memorial Park home as a part of the Delta Community Forest Project on Dumas Planting Day December 11, 2025.
The Dumas Community, members of the Dumas City Council, Desha County Extension 4-Hers and employees of the City of Dumas gathered to plant the trees after a short ceremony by Frank Bateman, Executive Director Arkansas Black Mayors Association (ABMA).
In addition to planting trees, the ABMA is working on their continuing project for flood prevention in Dumas. The Watershed program is still in the planning stages.
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