LOCAL
Zoning board reviews variance requests for Legacy Pointe Subdivision
The Sheridan Board of Zoning Adjustments met last month to consider 10 variance requests related to properties in the Legacy Pointe subdivision.
Tull City Council talks about future water supply, street repairs
The Tull City Council convened last Monday to address several matters of city business, including long-term planning for a water supply and local street concerns.
Blest be the ties that bind Old Folks’ Singing for 140 years
Music has the power to unexpectedly evoke memories by activating specific emotional experiences, making them feel vivid and real, as if they are happening again in the present.
Disputed 80,000-gallon water bill resolved in Tull
Heather Brown addressed the Tull City Council in March regarding a disputed 80,000-gallon water bill tied to her residence on Kitchens Road.
Judge Margaret Dobson announces candidacy for Circuit Court
Judge Margaret Dobson today officially announced her candidacy for Circuit Judge, Position 2, in the Seventh Judicial District.
Betty Jo Mann Thornton
Betty Jo Mann Thornton of Sheridan, Little Rock and Rogers passed away on Tuesday, May 6.
Sheridan named CKH Showcase District; 6 SSD campuses receive recognition
For the second consecutive year, the Sheridan School District has earned Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase District distinction for the 2024-25 school year.
Shine Christian Homeschool Co-op launches community garden project
A group of local homeschool students are digging into a new project that’s growing both food and community spirit.
Randall Berry receives prestigious Okie T. Reynolds Communities Award
At the recent Grant County First Responder Banquet, held at Cedar Moss Barn, Randall Berry of Grant County 911 was honored with one of the evening’s highest recognitions — the Okie T. Reynolds Communities Award.
Poyen City Council appoints new member, discusses sewer project
The Poyen City Council met last Monday at City Hall to address various city matters, including a new council appointment, infrastructure projects and service fee adjustments.
News Briefs
Grapevine Cemetery Memorial Service set for May 18
Students display art for contest
Each year the Sheridan Middle School art teachers have a contest in each of their art classes to choose the student artwork that will be entered into the Malvern National Bank Annual Virginia P. Weaver Spring Art Show.
Miss Grand Prairie Teen speaks on youth battling illness
Aly Hobson, crowned Miss Grand Prairie’s Teen 2025, recently spoke at the monthly Chamber of Commerce breakfast to promote her community service initiative, “Everyday Fighter: Advocating for Youth Battling Chronic Illnesses.”
Sheridan Farmers Market returns May 3
Mark your calendars — the Sheridan Farmers Market is back and better than ever!
