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Sheridan 8th-graders struggle at home
The Sheridan eighth-grade Yellowjackets hosted the Maumelle Hornets on Thursday, Oct. 3, falling 41-6.
41st annual Timberfest attracts thousands
The 41st annual Timberfest festival attracted thousands of visitors who braved what turned into a hot and dusty day on Saturday as temperatures climbed to 90 degrees and clouds were scarce.
Sheridan business appeals variance ruling
Daniel and Ginger Roberts, owners of Ginger’s HandleBar Grill in Sheridan, have filed an appeal in Grant County Circuit Court regarding a zoning variance granted to Jeremy and Amanda McNair, owners of Paw Springs Pet Resort.
Smoke smell leads to fire drill at SIS
At 3:49 p.m. on Sept. 30, parents of Sheridan Intermediate School students were notified of an emergency fire drill procedure that occurred just before the end of the school day.
Sheridan Firehouse renovations complete
At last week’s Sheridan City Council meeting, Fire Chief Ben Hammond announced that renovations to the Sheridan Fire Station have been completed. The department is now preparing to test the newly installed Safe Haven Baby Box, which will provide a safe, anonymous way for individuals to surrender newborns.
Mainline receives gold status awards in multiple categories from AHA
Mainline Health Systems, Inc. recently were awarded The American Heart Association’s Check. Change. Control. CholesterolTM Gold and The American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 DiabetesSMGold and Target: BPTM Gold+ recognition jointly presented by the American Heart Association and the American Medical Association.
No more rollercoaster jumping on Grant 43
Local drivers will notice a significant improvement on Grant 43, where the Grant County Road Department has successfully reduced the steepest hill, which has long been a challenge for motorists.
Mad Butcher to close Sheridan location this weekend
The Mad Butcher grocery store in Sheridan announced via social media last week that it will be closing its doors this weekend, marking the end of an era for the locally beloved store.
Grant County Quorum Court approves budget amendment
At last week’s Grant County Quorum Court meeting, Appropriation Ordinance 2024-10 was approved, amending the 2024 budget and adjusting several expenditures.
Nucor named Grant County Business of the Year
Nucor Insulated Panel Group (NIPG) was recently awarded Business of the Year by the Grant County Chamber of Commerce. Grant County nominated NIPG Sheridan for this award because of their positive impact on the community.
2024 Timberfest set for Oct. 4-5
Timberfest is just around the corner. Participants in saw cutting, axe throwing and other lumberjacking events are gearing up for the Arkansas State Championship Competition sponsored by Relyance Bank.
Chamber names six locals as Grant County Legacies
Six Grant County residents were recognized as Grant County’s Legacies at last week’s Grant County Chamber of Commerce breakfast. The honorees were presented a plaque for the honor by Chamber member Tudy Dorey.
Tull Council discusses needed water tank repairs
Tull Mayor Jeff Nalley asked if the Zoning Committee was ready to present the Morehart Mobile Home Park plat to the council at the Tull Town Council meeting last Monday. Several zoning committee members said they approve the plat; however Morehart needed to install corner markers, which were drawn on …
Student success highlighted at board meeting
The mid-summer meeting of the Sheridan School Board on Monday, July 8, lasted less than 30 minutes, but student achievements took center stage.
