Russellville's Boots & Badges Community Blood Drive is  happening TODAY from 12:30–6:30 PM in the Hughes Community Center  Gym!!  A friendly competition between Firefighters and Police,  and Let's be real, the RFD & RPD need YOU to help bring home the  win. Donate blood. Save lives. All donors get a Boots & Badges  T-shirt (while supplies last) and a shot at a Magic Springs pass!

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The City of Lamar will have their Independence Day  Fireworks show this Saturday, June 28th, with lots of park  activities planned.  The city's volunteer fire department will  also be having 5-dollar hot dogs and 6-dollar hamburgers meals,  to include chips and drink.  Get further details by following the  City of Lamar Facebook page.

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Western Yell County Ruritan Club will host their 50th Annual  Community Church Service at Havana First Baptist Church, Sunday,  June 29th at 6 p/m.

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Pope County Farmers Market is in full swing — come shop seasonal produce, homemade goods, and handmade crafts straight from your neighbors! Regular Operating Hours: Every Tuesday: 4–7 PM Every Saturday: 8 AM–1 PM

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New Blaine Fire Department is getting ready for a big "July 4th in the Park" event.  A pancake breakfast, Little Miss and Mr firecracker Pageants, fire truck rides, food vendors, plenty of entertainment and a huge fireworks display are planned.

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Saturday, September 13th is the date for the 78th Annual Mount Nebo Chicken Fry.  A long time fund raiser for the Dardanelle Area Chamber of Commerce, plenty of "Chicken, Pickin' and Politickin" on the agenda.  Get further details at the Dardanelle Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

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The Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce their 2025 Business Expo date and new theme, "Scoring Big Connections". The business expo will be hosted on Thursday, August 14th, 2025, from 9am to 3pm at the Arkansas Tech University Tucker Coliseum. 

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A Friday, July 18th date has been set for the 12th Annual "Chocolate Festival" coordinated by the Dardanelle Area Chamber of Commerce.  This year's theme "Sports, Sweet Victory: One bite at a Time".  Proceeds from the event will benefit oocal food pantries and hunger relief programs. 

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Did you know Russellville has a free aquarium? Dive into discovery at Lake Dardanelle State Park's Visitor Center — where you can get up close with native fish, turtles, and fun for the whole family! It's FREE to visit and is open 7 days a week. 

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Camp Take a Hike is open for Registration!! This is a great opportunity for kids to learn new skills, build new friendships, and enjoy the outdoors!  Campers ages 7-thru-14 are invited, cost is only 75-dollars per camper, with activities Monday thru Friday 8 a/m to 3 p/m.  Get more information at clarksvillear.gov/camptah

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