LOCAL
“Bell to Bell, No Cell Act” adopted at SSD
The Sheridan School District has adopted a stricter cell phone policy for the 2025-26 school year, bringing all grade levels under the same set of rules.
Sheridan wins 2nd Place Senior Division in State Fiddle Championship
Judy Warner, a distinguished local musician and music educator, won the Second Place Award in the Senior Division of the 2025 Arkansas State Fiddle Championship.
Sheridan Police Reports for 9.3.25
Sheridan Police Reports
Spike Lee delivers again
Reuniting with Denzel Washington for the first time in 19 years, Spike Lee continues has hot streak with "Highest 2 Lowest."
Fungal disease threatens pine plantations in Arkansas
MONTICELLO, Ark. — Forest health experts from the University of Arkansas at Monticello have identified brown spot needle blight on loblolly pine in 11 additional counties in Arkansas this year, bringing the total number of confirmed counties to 25.
Grant County Fair to host Hay Bale Decorating Contest
The Grant County Fair will once again showcase creativity and community spirit with its second annual Hay Bale Decorating Contest, set to run throughout Fair Week, Tuesday, September 16, through Saturday, September 20.
Stick Horse Rodeo Returns to Grant County Fair
The Grant County Fair is saddling up for its second annual Stick Horse Rodeo, giving the youngest cowboys and cowgirls a chance to shine in the arena. The event will take place Saturday, Sept. 13, at 7 p.m.
Courthouse square improvements underway on Oak Street
Work is officially underway on the west side of the Grant County Courthouse square along Oak Street, where a new retaining wall, steps and sidewalk are being built to improve safety and accessibility.
Judge sees no rush in answering questions
Those 104 questions can wait a bit.
Briefs for 8.27.25
Briefs
'KPop Demon Hunters' - good music/lackluster plot
With a demonic force attempting to annihilate the world, a trio of singers must stand united to save the planet in "KPop Demon Hunters."
Sheriff Reports for 8.27.25
Sheriff Reports
Grapevine, Prattsville score grants from state
LITTLE ROCK -- Prattsville and Grapevine were among several cities and counties to receive funds from the state for various projects and purposes.
Citizens voice concerns at Quorum Court meeting
Three Grant County residents addressed the Quorum Court during its August meeting last week, each allotted five minutes to speak as a timer was set to ensure fairness.
