Dedication ceremonies for a new City Hall flag pole will take place this coming Friday in Dover.  During their recent City Council session, an update traced the story of the new flag pole and its construction cost donated by a community benefactor.  Plans are also being discussed to construct a courtyard display of engraved honorary pavers.  Friday ceremony is scheduled for 12-noon at City Hall, and area residents are urged to attend.

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The city of Danville reminds that their aquatics center is open for the summer season.  Hours of operation are Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 12-to-5 p/m.  Tuesday and Thursday, noon to 8 p/m.  The aquatics center is closed on Sunday.  Admission is 4-dollars for those 17 and under, 5-dollars 18 and over, and 2 and under get in free.  Get further information by calling 495-2235.

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Several Yell County communities are preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July, with fellowship, fun and fireworks during this year's holiday weekend.  Saturday, July 3rd; festivities are planned in Danville, with a fireworks display set for sunset.  Belleville's 4th events will also be held on Saturday, the 3rd; with a 10 a.m parade, a flag raising ceremony to follow and games and entertaining will continue throughout the day at City Park.  The Belleville Chamber of Commerce and Believer's Fellowship will have food and refreshments at the park.  In Dardanelle, Fourth of July activities are planned throughout the afternoon on July 4th.  While plans are still being finalized, they include a bicycle parade and a fireworks display that evening. 

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Dardanelle Chamber of Commerce is getting ready for their annual "Chocolate Festival", this year set for Friday, July 16th at the McGee Community Center.  Hours for the event, with a theme of "Wonka, the story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" will be from 5 to-8 p/m.  Proceeds from this year's effort will go toward medical expenses for the Kerry Florian and Mary Standridge families.  Admission will be a minimum donation of 5-dollars at the door.  Get further information at the Dardanelle Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

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The Johnson County Peach Festival 4-Miler Run/Walk will happen on Saturday, July 24 at 7AM.  Grab that wicking shirt, your cooling towel, lace those shoes, and sign up today! REGISTER HERE:  https://www.jocopeachfest.com/4-miler.html

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Dover Public Schools reminds that their Summer Meals program is underway... Thursday's in June their drive-thru meal pick-up will begin at 12-noon and run till 2 p/m, or until meals are exhausted.  The meal kits will include 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, milk, fruit and produce for children up to age 18.  Families with youth don't have to be a Dover School System student to be included in the program.

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COMING SOON...

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September 21st is the date for the 2021 Dover Public Education Foundation Banquet, a fund raiser for this community organization.  Plans are being finalized for this year's effort, celebrating the 10th for the event.  Dover High School Cafeteria will play host to the effort.  Get further details at DoverPEF-dot-Org.

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Johnson County Coordinators have set at September 11th date for their 24th annual Relay For Life event on the Courthouse square at Clarksville.  Hours for the event will be from 6 to 10 p/m, with food, games and fun included in the effort to raise funds toward the battle against cancer.  Teams are forming now and those interested can call 979-4569 or 979-8932.

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Yell County's Petit Jean River Monster Festival will return for 2021,  with the event planned for Saturday, September 18th in Danville.  The festival, that debuted in 2019; is a fund raiser for the Lt. Kevin Mainhart Memorial Scholarship Fund.  Food, fun and a musical showcase will be included.  Also on tap, a street carnival, 5-k race, tug of war, a car and motorcycle show and plenty of arts and crafts.  Go to Petit Jean River Monster Festival on Facebook for further details.