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THE DE QUEEN LIONS CLUB
THE DE QUEEN LIONS CLUB celebrated its 61st anniversary last year. Since the club's chartering in 1950, its members have worked on a wide variety of community service projects involving Lions International's many sight projects as well as local endeavors to provide eyeglasses and scholarships to local children in need. Over the years the De Queen Lions Club has had a tremendous impact in the area, but it all started one day in 1950 when an enterprising and young group of men saw an unmet need in the community and decided to address it. Counting the last 20 years alone, the club has purchased over $30,000 in eyeglasses for local children and handed out another $30,000 in local scholarships. The club has collected over 1,500 pounds of eyeglasses - or about 5,000 pairs - in just the last decade. The club currently consists of 35 active members and meets each Tuesday at noon at Fat Chances Buffet in De Queen. Pictured from left to right are 2011-2012 De Queen Lions Club Board Members Julia Moore, Bruce Hill, Jeff Holcombe and Noel Bard. For membership info, contact Noel Bard at (870) 642-4423. |
Wilkerson Funeral Home
WILKERSON FUNERAL HOME in downtown De Queen has been assisting local people who have lost a beloved friend or family member since 1929. With over 150 years of combined experience, Wilkerson Funeral Home places the utmost importance in honoring a deceased lost one by providing traditional services as well as personalized funeral services. The staff at Wilkerson Funeral Home believe they are set apart from others in the field through their friendliness and personal care to service details. They have someone on staff 24 hours a day and seven days a week. Wilkerson Funeral Home can be reached by calling (870) 642-2218. Pictured from left to right are Tony Hughes, Fred Wilkerson Jr., Fred Wilkerson IV, Fred Wilkerson III, Mike Chandler, Sarah Casteel and Jeff Marshall. Visit their website at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com.
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Fat Chance’s Buffet FAT CHANCE’S BUFFET in De Queen provides a fine dining experience with clean facilities, friendly service and an amazingly-varied buffet - from steak and roast beef to crab legs and fried catfish as well as a fully-stocked salad bar. Owners Diane Lightfoot, and Chance and Lucinda Lightfoot, cook everything themselves, ensuring their buffet provides as close to a home-cooked meal as a restaurant can prepare. Fat Chance’s also offers catering in the area, and hosts a variety of group meetings including the De Queen Lions and Rotary Club as well as the local Gideons chapter. Fat Chance’s Buffet is located on West Collin Raye Drive in De Queen by Gentry Chevrolet. The restaurant is open Mondays from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and again from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Hours are 10:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. and again from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. They are closed on Thursdays. Pictured are Lucinda, Chance and Diane. |
D. Bradley & Company, Inc. D. BRADLEY & COMPANY, located at 304 West De Queen Avenue, has been in business for eight years. Renovations are completed and this one of a kind shop specializes in unique clothing and gift items for men, women, children and babies. They offer a wide selection of Razorback items, jewelry, candles, purses, wallets, and home décor. Monogramming is available. If you are shopping for a gift, don’t forget their free gift wrapping and gift registry. D. Bradley & Company is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30am until 5:30 pm.
Shown above: Alba Hernandez,
Donna Bradley and Peggy
Dailey. |
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Baker’s
Bargain
House
BAKER’S BARGAIN HOUSE in De Queen will soon mark its 31st year in business. Baker’s Bargain House is one of the area’s premier dealers of outdoor gear for camping, hunting and fishing. The store also offers plenty of other items like ammunition, DVDs, electronics, comics, jewelry and video games. They also accept pawns and offer hunting and fishing licenses. Owners Gary and Sharon Baker said quality products and professional, small-town service separates them from others in the field. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays, Baker’s Bargain House on 168 Highway 71 North is the place to go for the local person’s outdoor needs. Call (870)642-6225. |
De Queen Medical Equipment
DE QUEEN MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY, now located at 209 West De Queen Avenue in downtown De Queen, is one of the area's leading providers of medical and respiratory equipment and supplies. Owner Paula Smith and staff have the knowledge and experience necessary to assist their customers in finding the right medical product to meet their individual needs, thereby, improving the quality of their lives. They do this while providing extraordinary customer service because they are your friends and neighbors. De Queen Medical Equipment & Supply is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday with 24 hour on call service. Phone 870-642-4555.
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Mr. T Bones Steakhouse
Edgar Tejeda opened Mr. T Bones in De Queen a year ago. He also owns and operates the Mr. T Bones Restaurant in Idabel. The De Queen store will celebrate their 1st anniversary on Friday, January 13th with a live remote. They invite you to drop by for free appetizers and t-shirts. Check out their new menu and try your hand at opening the #1 Country treasure chest filled with cash and prizes.
Mr. T Bones specializes in
IVP Sherman Resorts Beef
cooked just the way you like
it! They’re open Sunday,
Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday from 11 until 9;
Friday and Saturday 11-10.
Call in your order to
870-642-6449. |
Transit Mix Concrete
170 W Robinson Road
De Queen
Transit Mix Concrete is located on Robinson Road in De Queen. Raymond Rogers (shown above) said the name has changed a time or two during his thirty-five years there, but the goal of providing quality concrete and materials remains the same. Whether you are a back yard “do-it-yourselfer” or a world class contactor, Transit Mix can provide the quality concrete you need for your building project. Transit Mix is open from 7 am until 4 pm Monday thru Friday. Call 870-642-2266.
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Dr. Walker's Family Clinic 1553 West Collin Raye Drive–De Queen
DR. WALKER’S FAMILY CLINIC has been providing quality healthcare to local families since 2003. The family practice specializes in adult and pediatric allergy, x-rays, minor skin surgeries, laser-hair removal, skin rejuvenation, fracture care and casting. Dr. Walker specializes in all ages. Pictured Back Row from left to right: Stacy Barnes, Dr. Randy Walker, Angie Walker, and Windee Hall. Middle Row: Heather Morris and Amy Mills. Front Row: Crystal Gipson, Phyllis Keeney and Shawna Talkington It is this staff that the Walkers feel sets them apart from other family practices. Dr. Walker’s office is located on 1553 West Collin Raye Drive and is open Monday through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
Joanie’s Flowers &Gifts JOANIE’S FLOWERS AND GIFTS is ready to help you with your holiday decorating and gift ideas! Located on 214 North Lakeside, Joanie’s Flowers and Gifts specializes in decor, sympathy arrangements, Circle E and Greenleaf. They offer a full line of gifts including Lamp Berger, Aromatique, Webkinz, Raz, Willow Tree, Otis Spunkmeyer cookies and home-made fudge. Starting from the left are Marianne Harris, Susan Owen, Alice Stephens, Joanie Patterson, April DeFoor and Jennifer Jones. Combined they have over 90 years of floral experience. Call them at 870-642-6604.
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Ribbon Cutting
Figueroa Insurance, owned by Rafael Figueroa, is located inside Aztec Furniture store on Stilwell Avenue in De Queen. To make an appointment, drop by the store between 9:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday or 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday or call 870-642-2400. Even if you’ve been unable to get insurance from other companies, check with Rafael about insurance for your home, auto, life, health and commercial insurance.
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RIBBON CUTTING AT IVAN SMITH-SOUTHWEST
The De Queen Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Ivan Smith - Southwest in De Queen to welcome the management as new members. Wanda Carter (shown holding scissors) is the new manager of the De Queen and Nashville stores. Caudle says she and the staff look forward to showing you the new lines of furniture, televisions and appliances they now have in stock. Ivan Smith-Southwest is open Monday thru Friday from 9:00 until 5:30 and Saturday 9:00 - 4:00.
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cutting room & company
CUTTING ROOM & COMPANY in De Queen recently celebrated their 15th anniversary! Glenda Hinton and the girls help you look your best by offering cuts, colors, perms, highlights, waxing, nail services, and massage therapy. They keep up with the latest styles and techniques to better serve their clients and have in stock a large selection of hair care products and styling tools. Cutting Room & Company is open Monday through Saturday from 9 am until. Walk-ins are welcome or call 870-642-6053 for an appointment. Shown are Gaylen Holliday, Amy Steiner, Tara Athey, Lindsey Daniel, Glenda Hinton, Shawda Stamps, Sherri Bigham, Not pictured, Cheryl Irvan
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AYER'S CLEANERS 621 West Gilson De Queen
AYERS CLEANERS in De Queen is a full-service dry cleaning and laundering business in De Queen. Owners Paul and Della Spears opened Ayers Cleaners back in 1992. Their professional and courteous staff offer a wide variety of laundry services, and they offer next-day service. Located on 621 West Gilson Avenue, Ayers Cleaners is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Pictured from left to right
in the back row are Christy
Alonzo, Della and Paul. In
the front row are Kayla
Alonzo, Claudia Luna,
Marcela Landeros and Misty
Nixon.
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Taco El Paisano
122 Hwy 71 North & 4th Street -De Queen A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Wednesday, October 12th to welcome Taco El Paisano as a new member of the De Queen/ Sevier County Chamber of Commerce. Taco El Paisano, owned by Marcelino Mora, has two locations in De Queen--a taco stand across from the courthouse, downtown, and a full service restaurant on Hwy 71 North. |
If you enjoy a quick meal in an outdoor atmosphere, drop by the Taco Stand for tacos, Enchiladas, burritos, Mexican fruit drinks and more. To select from the full service menu that’s available from 9 am until midnight every day, stop by Taco El Paisano Restaurant in the bright yellow building on Hwy 71 North in the old Subway building. You may also call in your restaurant order to 642-8326. |
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De Queen Medical Center
Home Health
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A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held Tuesday, June 29th to welcome De Queen Medical Center Home Health as a new Chamber of Commerce member. Program Director, Shannon Arnold said De Queen Medical Center Home Health offers in-home skilled nursing services including IV therapy, wound care, patient education and certified home health aides. With more than 25 years of home health experience, these "home town" employees provide skilled services with care and compassion. Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 870-584-0277 for more information. |
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The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 7th to welcome R & J Scrap Metal as a new member. R&J Scrap Metal, LLC., opened its doors for business on June 13. Located about three miles east of De Queen, the scrap yard offers to purchase any unused metal property owners have lying around, with cash. R & J is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday. R&J Scrap Metal is located on Fairview Road approximately three miles east of De Queen off of Highway 71. For more information, call (870) 642 -8986. |
R & J Scrap Metal
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Ayer’s Cleaners
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The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome Ayer’s Cleaners as a new chamber member on Wednesday, June 22nd. Paul & Della Spears and their very capable staff offer complete laundry and dry cleaning service. And you can pick it up the next day in most cases. The friendly staff at Ayer’s Cleaners strives to meet the needs of every customer that walks through their doors…and they’ve been doing that since 1992. Ayer’s Cleaners is open from 6:30 until 5:30 Monday through Friday at 621 West Gilson Avenue in De Queen. Call 870-584-7128. |
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The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome the Sevier County Developmental Center as a new chamber member on Thursday, June 23rd. The Sevier County Developmental Center has been in operation for thirty-seven years and is the only special needs facility in Sevier County. They provide transportation, USDA meals and training for clients ages 0-5 years and 18 years and older. For more information you may contact Dana Humphries at the Sevier County Developmental Center by calling 870-642-5164.
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Sevier County Developmental Center 155 College Drive - De Queen
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EL HUARACHE
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EL HUARACHE in De Queen just opened earlier this year and has already made a name for itself locally offering a delicious and authentic Mexican cuisine. Owner Maria Figueroa said El Huarache prides itself on the authenticity of the food, a friendly outdoor environment and quick service. The restaurant strives to support local businesses by buying all of its ingredients locally. Come by 115 East Stilwell next to Azteca Furniture Store to try some of the best Mexican food in town. Current specials include the restaurant's signature El Huarache with rice and beans, as well as three tacos with rice and beans, for $5. El Huarache is open Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Call (870) 642-2277 to place an order.
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The De Queen Sevier County Chamber of Commerce welcomes Linda Brown and PLAY TIME VIDEO as a new member. PLAY TIME VIDEO, located at 209 West Collin Raye Drive in De Queen has a good selection of movies and games for rent. New movie releases come out every Tuesday and rental runs $3.25 for 3 nights for new releases or $2.00 for 3 nights on the older movies. They carry games for PS2, PS3, XBOX360, Wii and Kinect. Game rental is $5.00 for 5 nights on the new games or $3.50 for 5 nights for the older games. They also carry movies in Spanish. Children are welcome to drop in on these hot afternoons to play games in the store for free! Play Time Video is open Monday thru Saturday from 11 am until 10 pm and Sunday from 1 until 9. Call 870-642-3671.
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Play Time Video
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Resendiz Landscape & Lawn Care
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Resendiz Landscape and Lawn Care can help get your lawn back in shape!
Carmine and Nancy offer total lawn care including sodding, mowing, landscaping, and general clean-up. Ask about their maintenance plans.
Their goal is for their customers to always be completely satisfied with their service.
Call Resendiz Landscape & Lawn Care between 7:00 am and 8:30 pm at 870-784-2953 or 870-642-2764
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Arkansas Workforce Centers focus on “bringing people and jobs together”. They do this by offering the use of their resource rooms or computer labs for job search and resume creation, conducting job/work readiness workshops, providing meeting rooms, and offering one-on-one assistance. The Arkansas Workforce Center in De Queen houses the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program, as well as Unemployment Insurance (UI), and the Transitional Employment Assistance (TEA) program, which is under the authority of the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services. WIA provides Youth, Adults, and Dislocated Workers with in-demand job skills and training assistance. Kim Parker is a WIA Career Training and Employment Specialist and Linda Jones serves as the Center’s Intake Specialist. They are available to assist customers Monday through Friday. Demery Stevens, a representative of the Department of Workforce Services, is at the Arkansas Workforce Center each Thursday to answer questions and assist customers with Unemployment Insurance claims. A TEA program representative is in the office on Wednesdays. The Arkansas Workforce Center in De Queen brings people and jobs together, daily, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and the Center is closed from 12 noon until 1:00 p.m. for lunch. Call 870-584-3421 for additional information. Shown left (L-R): Kim Parker Career Training & Employment Specialist, Demery Stevens, AR Department of Workforce Services Unemployment Insurance Representative, and Linda Jones, Intake Specialist.
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Arkansas
Workforce Center
509 B West Collin Raye
Drive
De Queen, AR
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Smiles of Arkansas Dental Center
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SMILES OF ARKANSAS DENTAL CENTER in De Queen is a general dental practice offering comprehensive dental care with a gentle touch for children and adolescents ages one to 20 in a bright, kid-friendly environment. Smiles of Arkansas Dental Clinic in Suite B of the Cultural Awareness Building in downtown De Queen gladly accepts ARKids, A & B Insurance and Sooner Care. Dr. La Resea Woods and her staff at Smiles of Arkansas Dental Center look forward to caring for you children. To schedule an appointment before school starts call (870) 642-SMILE. Smiles of Arkansas is the result of a dream by founder Dr. Robert Carter to bring dental care to children living in rural and low-income areas. Pictured from left to right are Sally Laredo, Molly Harrison, Wendy Ayers, Angela Dunn and Dr. La Resea Woods. |
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CUTTING ROOM & COMPANY in De Queen has been in business for over fourteen years. Let the girls help you look your best! This full service salon offers cuts, colors, perms, highlights, waxing, nail services, and massage therapy. They keep up with the latest styles and techniques to better serve their clients and have in stock a large selection of hair care products and styling tools. Cutting Room & Company is open Monday through Saturday from 9 am until. Walk-ins are welcome or call 870-642-6053 for an appointment. Shown back row are stylists: Tara Athey, Glenda Hinton(Owner/Stylist), Shawnda Stamps, Sherri Bigham, and Lindsey Daniel. Front: Amy Stiener(Nail Technician) and Cheryl Irvan. Not pictured: Gaylon Holliday(Massage Therapist).
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Cutting Room & Company |
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Hoyt Clinic - Dr. Jonathan
L. Hoyt |
Dr. Jonathan L. Hoyt established his Internal
Medicine practice in De Queen, Arkansas, in 1986.
The clinic
provides ongoing care for chronic medical problems,
including diabetes, heart diseases, high blood pressure and
arthritis. They also provide care for acute medical
problems such as respiratory infections,
gastrointestinal problems and urinary tract problems.
Patients with other problems such as cough, sinus trouble or
difficulty breathing are evaluated and treated in our clinic
as well.
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The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome Selena’s in Horatio as a new chamber member on Monday, April 11th, 2011. Elsa Figueroa is the manager of the Horatio store. In addition to being a satellite TV retailer, Selena’s offers bill pay, money transfers, money orders and prepaid phone card refills. Selena’s is open from 9 am until 6 pm, seven days a week. Call 870-832-4714 or visit their website at www.selenasdishtv.com. |
Selena’s
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SharCraft
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The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome SharCraft as a new chamber member on Thursday, April 7th, 2011. SharCraft is owned by Sharon Buck and features handmade clothing and jewelry as well as electronic cigarettes. Sharon has a good selection of children’s clothing and ladies’ house dresses. SharCraft is open Monday thru Friday from 9 until 4 and Saturday from 9 until 12.Call 870-642-8044 or visit their website at www.sharecraftamericanmade.com.
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THE DE QUEEN LIONS CLUB celebrated its 60th anniversary last year. Since the club's chartering in 1950, its members have worked on a wide variety of community service projects involving Lions International's many sight projects as well as local endeavors to provide eyeglasses and scholarships to local children in need.
Over the years the De Queen Lions Club has had a tremendous impact in the area, but it all started one day in 1950 when an enterprising and young group of men saw an unmet need in the community and decided to address it. Counting the last 20 years alone, the club has purchased over $30,000 in eyeglasses for local children and handed out another $30,000 in local scholarships. The club has collected over 1,500 pounds of eyeglasses - or about 5,000 pairs - in just the last decade.
The club currently consists of 35 active members and meets each Tuesday at noon at Fat Chances Buffet in De Queen. Pictured from left to right is the 2010-2011 De Queen Lions Club Board. For membership info, contact Noel Bard at (870) 642-4423. |
De Queen Lions Club
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B & H Trash Service
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The De Queen Sevier County Chamber of Commerce welcomes B & H Trash Service as a new member. B & H TRASH SERVICE in Lockesburg serves rural Sevier County with twice weekly trash service for home and business. Their low, competitive price makes B & H Trash Service a good value for your money. They offer monthly contracts or one-time pick up for your special clean-up projects. Call Butch, Heath or Diana at 870-289-4283,870-279-1277 or 870-289-2231 for B & H Trash Service
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THE DE QUEEN ROTARY CLUB has been helping to meet the needs of the local community and in Rotary International’s fight against polio since the De Queen club’s foundation in 1923.
The club is currently made up of 60 members, with Vaughn Monigold as the 2010-2011 president. The club provides scholarships to high school and CCCUA students, recognizes students for academic and athletic success, sponsors six youth baseball and softball teams, and is active in many local activities such as Koats for Kids and organizations like the Sevier County Museum.
For more information, go to www.dequeenrotary.com. The club meets each Monday at noon at Fat Chances Buffet in De Queen. Pictured above from left to right is treasurer Tammy Huddleston, Monigold, President-elect Karen Atkins, and secretary Paula Smith
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De Queen Rotary Club
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De Queen Country Club & Lodge 133 Clubhouse Drive De Queen
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De Queen Country Club was established in 1927. Owners, J.P. and Cheeta Pearson, say the club offers golf, lodging, restaurant, swimming, private club, ballroom rental and catering services. Social, golf, and swimming memberships are available on yearly or temporary basis. The 9 hole golf course with double tees is open sunup until sundown seven days a week. The clubhouse is open 5 til 9 pm Monday thru Saturday. Call 870-642-8800 for more information or to reserve a room at the Lodge. Pictured: J.P., Cheeta and Pompey Pearson.
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FIRST STATE BANK of De Queen is a locally owned, community bank with a long history of helping grow strong families and businesses in Sevier County. Their twenty-four employees are well-trained to assist you with all your banking needs.
First State Bank has three locations to serve
you: on Collin Raye Drive and at Third & Heynecker in De
Queen, and a branch on Hwy 71 in Lockesburg. Lobby
hours are Monday thru Thursday from 8:30-4:00 and Fridays
8:30-5:00. Drive-through hours are Monday-Thursday
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J. Richey McCullough, CPA
821 W Walter J. Leeper Drive
De Queen
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J. RICHEY MCCULLOUGH, CPA, and staff are local tax preparers ready to help you through the tax season. Located on 821 Walter Leeper Drive in De Queen, McCullough is equipped to serve all of your tax needs this season. J. Richey McCullough CPA offers bookkeeping services, payroll for clients, check writing, audits and general tax services. McCullough is also the auditor for the City of De Queen. Pictured from left to right are Kelsey Wilson, McCullough and Cindy Clements.
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The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome the Manpower as a new chamber member on Tuesday, February 8, 2011. Carolyn Cooper-Pettit and staffing specialists Sheila Cook and Elizabeth Rodriquez are ready to assist local businesses and industries with their with their employment needs. Manpower Inc. is a world leader in innovative workforce solutions. With over 60 years’ experience, Manpower offers employers a range of services for the entire employment and business cycle including permanent, temporary and contract recruitment; employee assessment and selection; training; outplacement; outsourcing and consulting. Manpower's worldwide network of 4,000 offices in 82 countries and territories enables the company to meet the needs of its 400,000 clients per year, including small and medium size enterprises in all industry sectors, as well as the world's largest multinational corporations Call 870-642-4755 Monday through Friday from 8 am until 5 pm. |
Manpower Temporary Services
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El Huarache  |
The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome El Huarache as a new chamber member on Friday, March 11, 2011. El Huarache is owned by Ester Figueroa and serves authentic Mexican cuisine including tortas, tacos, pambazos, huaraches, quesadillas as well as hamburgers and hot dogs. The beautiful open-air pavilion allows you to experience a picnic-like atmosphere while you enjoy your meal. El Huarache is open Wednesday thru Sunday from 11 am until 10 pm. |
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The Grannis-Broken Bow Complex was purchased by TYSON FOODS in May 1985. The plant in Grannis processes mature birds, previously used in breeding operations, and the product is used in many areas of further processed foods. The Broken Bow Plant processes an eight (8) pound bird from their more than 248 contract broiler growers in Southwest, AR and Southeast, OK. In the past year over 30 million dollars was invested in renovations, updates and expansion of the Grannis and Broken Bow Plant with over 1000 new Team Members hired to staff this expansion. Tyson Foods is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of minorities, females, veterans and the disabled to work for our growing company. Tyson Foods is the world’s largest producer of poultry, beef and pork. The Complex is unique in that the Grannis Plant is Tyson’s only facility to process mature fowl. The Grannis Complex is one of a handful of Tyson locations that produce and process the “Big” Birds - 8 plus pounds. Their office hours are 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and the Plants run on 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts. |
Tyson Foods, Inc. Hwy 71 South - Grannis
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THE DEPARTMENT OF
HUMAN SERVICES
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THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES of Sevier County employs 16 full-time individuals and offers a wide range of services, including Medicaid, supplemental and nutritional assistance programs, and transitional employment. The Sevier County office, headed by county director Julia Moore, also houses the Crimes Against Children Division and the Division of Children and Family Services - which, during the past year, has averaged 35-40 foster children and currently has five foster homes. Overall, the Department of Human Service’s programs provide over $20 million in state and federal assistance to Sevier County. For more information, contact the DHS Sevier County office at (870) 642-2623. The office is located in Suite 6, 924 East Collin Raye Drive in De Queen, next to Simple Simon’s Pizza. |
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baker’s bargain house, gun & pawn, owned by Gary and Sharon Baker has been in business for 30 years. They are your source for hunting & fishing licenses and supplies including, guns, ammo, camouflage clothing, camping supplies and live bait. Baker’s is a full pawn shop, buying and selling gold, jewelry, musical instruments and more. They also offer jewelry repair and they’re the Kerrville Bus stop in De Queen. Shop Baker’s Bargain House Monday through Friday between 8:30 and 6:00 and Saturday from 8:30 until 4:00. They will special order and layaway. Phone 870-642-6225 or email Sharon at hunting4U@windstream.net. Shown above: Sharon Baker and Josh Elizondo. Not Shown:Gary Baker, Clayton Gipson & Shane Markham.
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Baker’s Bargain House
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Manpower Temporary Services 182-B Hwy 71 North -De Queen
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The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome the Manpower as a new chamber member on Tuesday, February 8, 2011. Carolyn Cooper-Pettit and staffing specialists Sheila Cook and Elizabeth Rodriquez are ready to assist local businesses and industries with their with their employment needs. Manpower Inc. is a world leader in innovative workforce solutions. With over 60 years’ experience, Manpower offers employers a range of services for the entire employment and business cycle including permanent, temporary and contract recruitment; employee assessment and selection; training; outplacement; outsourcing and consulting. Manpower's worldwide network of 4,000 offices in 82 countries and territories enables the company to meet the needs of its 400,000 clients per year, including small and medium size enterprises in all industry sectors, as well as the world's largest multinational corporations Call 870-642-4755 Monday through Friday from 8 am until 5 pm.
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The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome State Farm Insurance as a new chamber member on Tuesday, February 1, 2011. The Bell family has been offering State Farm Insurance in De Queen since 1960. When Gary Bell became manager in 1980 at age 23, he was the youngest State Farm agency manager in the United States. State Farm offers a full line of auto, health, homeowners, renters, and life insurance. Check out State Farm Bank for your loan or investment needs. They have bilingual staff members. For fast, fair, experienced handing of your claims, contact State Farm Insurance. Gary’s justifiably proud of the fact that he currently handles insurance for the grandchildren of some of his first customers. Call 870-642-2157 or drop by their newly renovated office at 121 Hwy 71 North. They’re open from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. Jiggy hablamos Español, too! |
State Farm Insurance 121 Hwy 71 North -De Queen
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Young Family Medical Clinic 1357 West Collin Raye Drive De Queen
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The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome the Young Family Medical Clinic as a new chamber member on Monday, January 31, 2011. Danny Young, ANP has returned to De Queen and specializes in family practice from children to adults. There is an X-Ray technician on site. Located in the Family Medical Clinic next door to Dr. Terri Devlin and De Queen Health and Wellness Pharmacy, Young Family Medical Clinic is now accepting appointments. Walk-ins are welcome and a Spanish interpreter is available. They accept Medicaid/Medicare and most major insurances. Call 870-642-2000 Monday through Friday from 8 am until 5 pm. |
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Southwest
Arkansas Tea Party Patriots
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The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome the Southwest Arkansas Tea Party Patriots organization as a new chamber member on Tuesday, February 15, 2011. The Tea Party is a loose gathering of common sense conservative Americans linked by love and fear for our country. They are dedicated to restoring the Constitutional Republic form of government. The group meets the third Tuesday of each month at the Senior Citizen Center in De Queen. They promote the credo that “Ignorance is no longer bliss.” They invite you to become a member and get involved. For more information, visit their website at http://web.me.com/dqrx/SW_Arkansas_Tea_Party/Welcome.html or phone Terry Bordelon at 870-385-7897 or Imagean Cox at 870-642-4285.
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The Woods Agency offers Shelter Insurance for auto, home, life, annuity, farm and business. Shelter was founded in 1946 as the insurance subsidiary of the Missouri Farmers Association and was called M.F.A. Insurance. The Shelter name came from the company's most famous slogan, "M.F.A is your Shield of Shelter". In 1981, the name was changed to Shelter Insurance. Leonard Woods opened his office in De Queen in 1976, and the Woods family has represented Shelter Insurance ever since. Drop by The Woods Agency Monday through Friday between 8:30 and 5:00 to talk with Jeff Woods, Staci Young or Pollyanna Smith. They’ll be glad to help you find the right insurance coverage at the right price. Call 870-584-4542 or visit their website at www.shelterinsurance.com. |
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Fred’s Super Dollar
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FRED’S SUPER DOLLAR in De Queen offers personalized service, low prices, short lines and an overall better shopping experience. Since expanding its store last year, Fred’s has added many new lines and greatly expanded its food sections. Check out the store’s enlarged seasonal section. Fred’s Pharmacy is conveniently located and offers quick service with no waiting in line. Fred’s has donated thousands of dollars to the De Queen Police Department and De Queen Fire Department through its “Hero Hats” fundraisers. Fred’s Super Dollar is located on 808 West Collin Raye Drive, and store hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. The pharmacy is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. The pharmacy is closed on Sunday. Pictured above, from left to right, are Donna Mcfee, store manager David Glass, Wanda Stover, Danielle Meddock, pharmacist Bob Edgin, Shannon Dixon and Shane Smith (not all of staff pictured). |
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BancorpSouth has been providing traditional banking services plus insurance, investments and wealth management for over 130 years.
Teresa Brewer and her staff are ready to serve you Monday through Thursday from 8:30 until 4 pm and Friday from 8:30 to 5:00. With offices in 8 states, BancorpSouth offers a wide variety of products and services with state-of-the art technology including on-line banking. Call 870-584-4400 or visit their website at www.bancorpsouth.com.
Shown front: Teri Hart and Teresa Brewer. Back row: Leslie Lacefield, Maurilia Toledano, and Tonya Petross.
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Anything Grows
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ANYTHING GROWS north of De Queen has been this area’s source for quality plants and other outdoor decorations since 1999. This year they are expanding to include an outdoor living center. They’re adding a line of outdoor furniture, heaters, and more to make your outdoor area more inviting. Anything Grows Greenhouse & Garden Center carries a wide variety of landscaping material, quality mailboxes, plants, seeds, outside decor and gardening supplies, most of which is 100 percent eco-friendly. Their variety of products keeps people coming back year after year. Anything Grows is located on Highway 71 just north of the De Queen city limits. They’re open from 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and April through June they open Sundays from 1 until 4 pm. Pictured above, from left to right, are Humberto Delgato, owners Steven and Amber Chandler, Lois Wilson and Chris Shaver. Not pictured: martin Gonzales and Clayton Hunt. Give them a call at (870) 642-3626.
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Southwest Arkansas Equipment Company, 961 Hwy 70-71 East of De Queen is the local John Deere dealer. Clark & Myla Crellin have owned the store since 2009 and invite you to drop by and visit with De Queen store manager John Kight and the staff about John Deere tractor & equipment sales and service. Ask about the Winter Service Special going on through February 28th for everything from lawn mowers to the big tractors.
Southwest Arkansas Equipment Company is open Monday thru Friday from 7:30 until 5:00 and Saturday 7:30 until 1. Call 870-584-7222.
Shown above: Tony Gatlin, Donna Duran, Casey Jackson, Mike Chambers, John Kight, and Ronnie Powell.
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Southwest Arkansas Equipment Co
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Cossatot Builders, Inc.
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COSSATOT
BUILDERS, INC.
(CBI) is one of
the region’s premier commercial building companies. First opening
for business eight years ago, CBI now employs 55 people. CBI offers
commercial building, as well as municipal projects like water,
sewer, and earthwork. To contact CBI, call 870-642-8285 or stop by at 123 East Robinson Road in De Queen. Shown above (L-R): Kristi Elmore, Greg Hunt and Steve Ritchie.
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De Queen Courtyard Inn DE QUEEN COURTYARD INN located on Highway 71 North is one of the area’s few motels. Uri Patel and her family have owned the De Queen Courtyard Inn for seven years and employ two people as well as some extra help. The Courtyard Inn provides free HBO and wireless internet, a pool, microfridge, clean beds and a discount for AARP members. “Customers like to stay here because of the friendly service and clean rooms, and because we have good rates,” said Uri. Call the De Queen Courtyard Inn at (870) 642-2034. |
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Dr. Walker's Family Clinic
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DR. WALKER’S FAMILY CLINIC has been providing quality healthcare to local families since 2003. The family practice specializes in adult and pediatric allergy, x-rays, minor skin surgeries, laser-hair removal, skin rejuvenation, fracture care and casting. Dr. Walker specializes in all ages.
Pictured from left to right, standing, are Dr. Randy Walker and his wife, Angie, as well as, sitting, Crystal Gipson, Shawna Talkington, Amy Mills, and Heather Morris, Phyllis Keeney, and Stacy Barnes (not pictured, Windee Hall).
It is this staff that the Walkers feel sets them apart from other family practices. Dr. Walker’s office is located on 1553 West Collin Raye Drive and is open Monday through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
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C & C
GLASS/ 158 Highway 71 North De Queen For all your glass needs, Daniel and LeAnne Davis of C&C Glass and Windshield Savers in De Queen are the people to see. They offer windshield repairs, whether its fully busted or just a chip. Daniel can replace any broken door or quarter glass windows, and can custom cut glass for the side mirrors. He is certified to do all insurance claims and guarantees his work. For that small town friendly service, give Daniel a call at 642-4491.
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De Queen Health & Wellness Pharmacy has been serving De Queen and the surrounding area for over ten years. De Queen Health & Wellness Pharmacy is a full service independent pharmacy offering delivery, a covered drive through window, robot prescription automation, translators on site, vitamin and homeopathic preparations as well a selection of gift items. In addition to providing computerized record keeping for tax purposes, De Queen Health & Wellness Pharmacy accepts Arkansas and Oklahoma Medicaid, Medicare assignment, and has someone on staff to answer your questions about Medicare Part D or Medicaid coverage. As a locally owned, independent pharmacy, De Queen Health & Wellness Pharmacy, offers you the personal service you just can’t get from a chain or big box store. Chester Barber and his staff are eager to assist you. They’re open Monday through Friday from 8:30 until 5:00 pm. Stop by or call 642-2400 or toll free (888) 496-7404. A pharmacist is on call 24 hours a day for emergency callback.
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| TIRES PLUS has been one of the community's leading choices for tires since its incorporation in 1983. Tires Plus carries a wide-line of tires and can always order more in. But Tires Plus goes beyond just that. Service on a wide-variety of items, such as brakes, wheels, suspension, and alignment, are also available. Owner Marty Hooker said the service that comes with a locally-owned, family business sets them apart from many other businesses in the field. His principle is to sell good tires so customers don't have to come back six months later to get a new set. Tires Plus is open 8 a.m. to 5:30, Mondays through Fridays, and from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Call 642-TIRE.
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JCPenney-De
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Your local JCPenney catalog store is located at 214 N. Lakeside Drive (inside Joanie’s Flowers) in De Queen. Dennis and Joanie Patterson and their capable staff can assist you with your catalog orders. Pick up a catalog or shop online at jcp.com and have your items shipped to the store for greater savings. They can also handle your returns/exchanges, gift cards, and credit payments. JCPenney is open Monday thru Friday from 8:00 until 5:00 pm and Saturday from 8:30 until noon. Call 870-642-JCP1.
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SOUTHWEST ARKANSAS FURNITURE has been located on Furniture Corner in De Queen for sixty-five years. Ray Blakley owns stores in De Queen and Nashville. Ronald Stephens is the manager at the De Queen location where there are four employees. They offer a wide selection of name brand furniture, carpet, mattresses and accessories at competitive prices. For friendly home town service, see the folks at Southwest Arkansas Furniture. They are open Monday thru Saturday from 9:00 until 5:30. Call 870-642-2800. Shown above: Ronald Stephens and Lynn Tollett.
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La
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La Perla Grocery Store, 309 West Stilwell in downtown De Queen is family owned and operated by Estanislao & Hilda Zuniga. La Perla has been in business for five years and offers grocery and gift items as well as authentic Mexican products. There is an in-house butcher to take care of all your meat needs including special cuts on steaks as well as pork, chicken and fish. La Perla is open daily from 8 am until 10:00 pm. Pictured above: Jessica Tarado and Hilda Zuniga
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CLASSIC COUNTRY REALTY & AUCTION has been located in downtown Horatio for over 10 years. See them in their new location just down the street inside the Farmers Insurance Building at 116 Main. Classic Country Realty is a leader for listing your property online and has an in-house copy writer to help get your message across. They are the only real estate office in this area with a licensed auctioneer on staff. The office is open from 9:00 am until 4 pm Monday through Friday, but they are on call any time. Call 870-832-6594 or visit their website at your convenience at www.classiccountryrealestate.com. Shown above left to right: Jim & Sharon Stewart, Karen Samson, & Bob Tatum.
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Revels & Company, CPAs |
Same Name, New Location – Greg Revels at Revels & Company CPA’s in De Queen has been providing tax guidance to individuals and small business owners since 1985. Revels & Company CPA’s specialize in individual and small business tax preparation, payroll and bookkeeping services.
Greg and his staff pledge to provide you with the utmost in service and accuracy. They will ask the necessary questions to ensure you get all the deductions to which you are entitled in order to reduce your tax liability. They specialize in electronically filing tax returns to get your refunds to you quickly or you can file your own taxes online through his website at www.revelscpa.com.
Come out and see their
new location on 990 Highway 71 East in De Queen, right across from
Guitars and Cadillacs just past Wal-Mart. Revels & Company CPAs is
open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Call them at
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SEVIER COUNTY FARM BUREAU in De Queen offers life, home, auto, and farm insurance as well as banking, retirement and financial planning. For over 50 years, they’ve been answering your questions about coverage or claims with personal customer service. The office staff has over 80 years of combined experience and a claims adjuster is on site. Drop by their office at 406 East Collin Raye Drive Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or call (870) 584-3911.
Pictured from left to right are Vanessa Soto, Grant Smith, Stacy Janes, Mildred Walker, Lee Hammond and Luke Billingsley. Helping people is what they do best
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D. Bradley & Company |
D. BRADLEY & COMPANY in De Queen has been in business for six years and will be expanding into the old first National Bank building next door in the coming year. Donna Bradley is assisted in her shop by Cathy Wishard and Alba Hernandez. They specialize in unique clothing and gift items for men, women, children and babies. They have a wide selection of Razorback items, jewelry, candles, purses, wallets, and home décor. Monogramming is available. If you are shopping for a gift, don’t forget their free gift wrapping and gift registry. D. Bradley & Company is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30am until 5:30 pm and from 1 until 5 pm Sundays in December before Christmas. Shown left: Alba Hernandez, Donna Bradley and Cathy Wishard.
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Don's E-Z Pay also offers rent-to-own services to work with people and their expenses in this time of economic distress. Don's E-Z Pay is located at 224 West De Queen Avenue in De Queen and is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The number to Don's E-Z Pay is 870-642-6623. Pictured standing from left to right are Joey Schriver, Junior Penney, William Gauld, Brooke Smith and Alberto Leal. Seated are assistant manager Janet Garido and store manger Lashonda Benoit.
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THE SALVATION ARMY SEVIER COUNTY UNIT DE QUEEN, ARKANSAS
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The Sevier County Salvation Army Thrift Store's fiscal year ended September 30, 2010, thus closing out a very successful year under the management of Tammy Simmons who took over the reins as Thrift Store Manager back in January, 2010. Along with Tammy Simmons, the store has a staff of four very faithful volunteers that see that all clothing and other goods that are donated to the Thrift Store are properly sorted, graded, and placed on hangers for display. These volunteers are Barbara Suggs, Margie Spoon, Cathy Sappinton, and Georgia Ague who take great personal pride in the performance of their duties. Visit the Thrift often and check out the good values. The Thrift Store hours are 10 to 5 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Saturday hours are 10 to 2. Stop by and visit the Thrift Store and let Manager Tammy Simmons know what you think. If you have any available time and would like to serve as a Thrift Store Volunteer, please visit with Tammy for details and see what can be worked out. Shown above L-R: Front row: Georgia Ague, Barbara Suggs. Back row: Tammy Simmons, Margie Spoon, Cathy Sappington, and Alton Bowden. |
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JOANIE’S FLOWERS AND GIFTS invites you to kick off the holiday season at their annual Christmas open house on Friday, November 19th. They’ll have door prizes, 20% discount on cash & carry items, and refreshments galore! Anyone with a purchase of $25 or more will be entered in a drawing for a fully-decorated 7 ½ ft Christmas tree. Located on 214 North Lakeside, Joanie’s Flowers and Gifts specializes in decor, sympathy arrangements, Circle E and Greenleaf. They offer a full line of gifts including Lamp Berger, Aromatique, Webkinz, Raz, Otis Spunkmeyer cookies and home-made fudge. Starting from the left are Joanie Patterson, Jennifer Jones, Susan Owen, April DeFoor and Marianne Harris. Combined they have over 90 years of floral experience. Call them at 870-642-6604. |
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Rivas Garage & Wrecker Service
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RIVAS GARAGE in De Queen is the place to go for many collision and auto repair needs. Owner Jorge Rivas also provides a 24-hour wrecker service throughout the county. For more
information, give Jorge a call at (870) 642-4158, or stop by at 460
Highway 71 North.
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Custom
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CUSTOM GRAPHICS/MONSTER HOT RODS is one of the area’s leading sources for screen printing, custom clothing, signs, banners, suspension and body lift kits, wheels, tires, winches, and a wide variety of truck accessories. Although two separate businesses, owners Paul and Julie Ward are married and both believe in offering a wide variety of goods and services and believe in keeping costs competitive. “We take pride in giving our customers the best possible product for the right price,” said Julie. Both businesses are located at 979 Hwy 70 E in De Queen. The phone number is 870-642-6394.
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Factory
Connection FACTORY CONNECTION offers the brands you love for less. Drop by to shop the new fall fashions for Junior Missy, Misses, Women and Men. They carry Aéropostle, U.S. Polo, Flypaper, Lucky, 300, York and more. They also have a good selection of ladies shoes, purses, and jewelry. The Factory Connection features today’s popular styles including long sweaters, leggings, scarves, jackets and coats. Bilingual employees are on staff as they strive to serve the needs of everyone who walks through their doors. Factory Connection, located on 300 West Collin Raye Drive, is open Monday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Pictured from left to right are Assistant Manager Melinda Luna, Rachel Alaniz, Store Manager Jean Whitehurst, and Assistant Manager Missy Chapman. |
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Russell Cellular/Verizon Wireless
Premium Retailer
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Russell Cellular, your Verizon Wireless Premium Retailer, is located at 924 East Collin Raye Drive, Suite 4 in the Wal-Mart shopping center.
Friday is Customer Appreciation day at Russell Cellular. #1 Country will be broadcasting live from 11 until 1. Enjoy the refreshments, try to open the treasure chest, and talk to Phillip, Brittany or Myra about a new Verizon phone or an upgrade.
Russell Cellular is open 9 am until 8 pm Monday through Friday and 9 am until 7 pm on Saturday. Call 870-642-2840 or visit their website at www.russelcellular.com
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SHUR-COPI PRODUCTS is the area's premier retailer of office and copier supplies, as well as being able to serve many printing needs, including sign and banner printing. Dick and Linda Warren opened Shur-Copi in 1977 and believe their supreme customer service has helped them become a respected and vital business in the county. They believe good customer service can more than make up for competition from larger "big-name" retailers.
Shur-Copi opens at 8 a.m. Mondays through Fridays and is located at 204 West De Queen Avenue. Pictured, from left to right, are Dick Warren, Janie Glover, Linda Warren and Pat Williams.
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FURNITURE & DÉCOR OUTLET offers home furnishings, lamps, mirrors, pictures, rugs, wall décor, and furniture including recliners, living room and bedroom groups, dining groups, patio furniture, as well as trees, florals and lots more. Jim Fox and his staff strive to offer unique décor for your home or office and the lowest price on name brand home furnishings. Furniture & Décor Outlet on West Collin Raye Drive at 103 Town North, Building B, is open Tuesday thru Saturday from 9 until 5. Call 870-642-2163. Pictured are: seated, Jimmy Fox and Brett Roberts; standing, Floy Smith, Wendell Needham and Marolyn Needham.
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A ribbon cutting ceremony was held to welcome the De Queen Lions Club as a new member of the De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of commerce. The De Queen Lions Club was founded in November 1950 and currently has 45 members. Their officers are: Jerel Jones – President, Jeff Holcombe- Secretary and Noel Bard – Treasurer. Primary focus for the club is sight conservation. They support Lions World Services for the Blind, the Arkansas Eye Bank and buy glasses for needy children in Sevier County. The De Queen Lions club also funds scholarships and sponsors local baseball teams. The annual Lions Club Radio Auction will be held on December 6th this year originating from the First National Bank Collin Raye Branch. For information about Lions Club activities you may contact Noel Bard at 870-642-4423.
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Russell Cellular/Verizon Wireless
Premium Retailer
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Russell Cellular, your Verizon Wireless Premium Retailer, is located at 924 East Collin Raye Drive, Suite 4 in the Wal-Mart shopping center.
Friday is Customer Appreciation day at Russell Cellular. #1 Country will be broadcasting live from 11 until 1. Enjoy the refreshments, try to open the treasure chest, and talk to Phillip, Brittany or Myra about a new Verizon phone or an upgrade.
Russell Cellular is open 9 am until 8 pm Monday through Friday and 9 am until 7 pm on Saturday. Call 870-642-2840 or visit their website at www.russelcellular.com
Shown above l-r: Mayra Vizueth, Manager Philip Dean and Brittany Arbour.
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FURNITURE & DÉCOR OUTLET offers home furnishings, lamps, mirrors, pictures, rugs, wall décor, and furniture including recliners, living room and bedroom groups, dining groups, patio furniture, as well as trees, florals and lots more. Jim Fox and his staff strive to offer unique décor for your home or office and the lowest price on name brand home furnishings. Furniture & Décor Outlet on West Collin Raye Drive at 103 Town North, Building B, is open Tuesday thru Saturday from 9 until 5. Call 870-642-2163. Pictured are: seated, Jimmy Fox and Brett Roberts; standing, Floy Smith, Wendell Needham and Marolyn Needham.
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SHUR-COPI PRODUCTS is the area's premier retailer of office and copier supplies, as well as being able to serve many printing needs, including sign and banner printing. Dick and Linda Warren opened Shur-Copi in 1977 and believe their supreme customer service has helped them become a respected and vital business in the county. They believe good customer service can more than make up for competition from larger "big-name" retailers. Shur-Copi opens at 8 a.m. Mondays through Fridays and is located at 204 West De Queen Avenue. Pictured, from left to right, are Dick Warren, Janie Glover, Linda Warren and Pat Williams.
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CenterPoint Energy, Inc, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a domestic energy delivery company that includes electric transmission and distribution, natural gas distribution, competitive natural gas sales and services, interstate pipelines and field services operations. The company serves more than five million metered customers in six states: Arkansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Texas. In Sevier County, CenterPoint Energy, Inc. serves 2700 customers and has six employees working out of the De Queen office with support from eight more in Polk and Howard Counties. Company-wide, their 8,810 employees are active in their communities, accumulating over 190,600 volunteer hours for worthwhile projects. CenterPoint Energy, Inc., striving to be America’s leading energy delivery company.…and more.
To report a natural gas leak emergency call 1-888-876-5786 or for
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The De Queen School District has a long history of academic excellence and award-winning student clubs and organizations.
The De Queen Leopards are known across the state for their excellent track, soccer and football teams. Currently, the school district serves over 2,380 students on six campuses, including the Lockesburg Elementary School. The district is building a new elementary school in De Queen which will meet the needs of the growing student body and should be completed for the 2011-2012 school year. The De Queen School District employs around 370 people, including some of the smartest and most engaging people in the community.
The mission of the De Queen School District is to provide its students with the skills and knowledge they will need to succeed and excel in every aspect of their lives. Bill Blackwood is the current superintendent of the district, while Bruce Hill and Judy Jenkins serve as assistant superintendents. The school administration building can be contacted by calling (870) 584-4312. |
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BRENDA SULLIVAN has owned the De Queen Ranch House Café for 11 years. She and her staff of fifteen offer good home-cooking and friendly service. Brenda said what makes the Ranch House special is that they try to treat their customers like family, because that’s the way they should feel. The Ranch House was chosen several months ago by Sevier County voters as the best restaurant around during a Channel 3 KTBS poll. The television station held a meet and greet at the restaurant and did a small feature on the Ranch House and the county. The De Queen Ranch House Café is open from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Call (870) 642-6040 for take-out orders. |
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Office Equipment of Texarkana |
Office Equipment of Texarkana is a factory authorized Canon sales and service dealer serving southwest Arkansas and northeast Texas If you need a copier, fax, printer or scanner Office Equipment has a full line of Canon multifunction machines that perform any or all of these tasks. Office Equipment also carries shredders, folders and a variety of paper handling equipment. With local sales and service, Office Equipment has been servicing the De Queen and Sevier County area for over 20 years. Call today for information or a free demonstration. 800 745 7305.
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GENESIS MATERNITY CENTER in De Queen is owned and operated by Gabrielle Thrailkill. She has been providing a host of services for those soon-to-be parents who want a non-medical, all-natural birth, and has been doing so for over 29 years. Those services include pre-natal care, birth at home, post-partum care, lactation consulting and much more. The Arkansas Health Education Center (AHEC) sponsors two clinics a month at Genesis Maternity Center. These clinics are designed for people with no insurance and provide basic healthcare. To set up an appointment, call (870) 642-5035. Gabrielle is bilingual and is licensed in Arkansas and Texas. Gabrielle said people from all races and income levels choose her services, and she has no one group she serves. Her services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Her office on 315 West De Quincy Avenue in De Queen is open on Tuesdays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m
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Southwest Arkansas
Domestic Violence/Crisis Center
870-584-3441
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Established eight years ago, Southwest Arkansas Domestic Violence/Crisis Center in De Queen is the only domestic violence shelter, rape crisis center and provider for court advocacy in southwest Arkansas. This is not a place you’ll visit every day…hopefully you will never need it. But Sandra Renfrow and her staff of nine provide a vital service for this community and surrounding area.
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STEPHEN W. TEDDER, ATTORNEY AT LAW, has been located in De Queen for five years. He practices general law and can assist you with probates, wills, divorces, deeds, leases, and social security claims. Call 870-584-3337 to set up an appointment with Stephen Tedder. His office, at 300 W Collin Raye Drive, Suite 101-B, is open from 9 am until 4:30 pm, Monday thru Thursday.
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Stephen W.
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300 W Collin Raye Drive, Suite
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De Queen
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Stilwell’s Restaurant 301 West Stilwell De Queen
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Stilwell’s Restaurant is an unique restaurant and coffee bar in downtown De Queen. The restaurant is located in a fully renovated building at the corner of Stilwell Avenue and 3rd Street on the courthouse square. The inviting atmosphere perfectly fuses the old and the new. The original hardwood floors and tin ceiling and black and white canvass pictures of old downtown are combined with great music, free wifi and comforts that make you want to stay a while. The restaurant has a full coffee bar with every coffee drink you can imagine! The coffee beans are delivered from around the world and roasted here in Arkansas when ordered. Stilwell’s also serves breakfast items and a full lunch menu. All sorts of great sandwiches, salads, soups and huge baked potatoes are on the menu. Stilwell’s is best known for its fantastic desserts. You can buy them by the slice or the whole but either way you will love them. All of Stillwell’s desserts are made from scratch in the kitchen and one bite will get you hooked! Stilwell’s also has a special catering menu. The restaurant can cater your meal off the regular menu or you can choose from a list of amazing plated dinners from the catering menu. If you need a venue for your next meeting, reunion, shower or party try Stilwell’s private room. It can accommodate over sixty and we will ensure your food matches your evening with perfection. Stilwell’s was founded by Chad and Jessica Gallagher and is operated by Angelea Talley. The restaurant will soon expand its lunch operation into dinner and will celebrate its one year anniversary on October 1st. For more information call 642-2872. |
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DE QUEEN ABSTRACT COMPANY’S doors have been open since 1903, making the company one of the oldest in the county. The De Queen Abstract Company specializes in loan closings and title insurance on land transactions. The company also provides assurance that no liens or holds are outstanding on a particular piece of property. The company employs four full-time and one part-time employees. De Queen Abstract Company is located on 122 North Third Street. From left to right are Trilby Vance, Jimna Stinnett, Kenzie Seal, Shirley Pearce, and Lesa Prowant.
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Lofton Family Clinic & AMP Fitness |
Dr. Jason Lofton’s medical practice is now located in The Wellness Center at 203 West De Queen Avenue in downtown De Queen. Flowing from Dr. Lofton’s vision to bring true wholeness and wellness to people’s lives, he has added AMP Fitness as part of The Wellness Center. Combining physician care, exercise, fitness and nutrition, health education and pharmaceuticals all under one roof for a healthier you! AMP is a full service gym and fitness center with state of the art equipment, a certified personal trainer and excellent facilities. Watch for the unveiling of their new services including aerobics, massage, boxing, health classes, a real health-based weight loss program and much more. An open house will be held at Dr. Jason Lofton’s Wellness Center on Friday from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Drop by and see the beautiful restoration of one of De Queen’s historic downtown buildings and take a tour of their facilities. Call Dr. Lofton’s office at 870-584-4000 or AMP Fitness at 870-584-4AMP. Shown above: Zemy Figueroa, Donna Hinson, Dena West, Trudy Martz, and Dr. Jason Lofton. |
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Harris Drug Store & Gift Shop, conveniently located in downtown De Queen for forty-seven years, is proud to welcome Dr. Jason Lofton as his next-door neighbor. At Harris Drug Store, they fill your prescriptions just as your doctor ordered and even offer free delivery. If you live outside De Queen, they can mail your prescription to you—with no extra charge for postage. Larry Autry and his staff offer a bridal registry, gifts and home décor, lay-away and free gift wrapping. For personal service with new prescriptions, refills, or advice about over the counter medicines, drop by Harris Drug Store and visit with Larry and the girls Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:30 pm or Saturday 8:00 am – 12 Noon. Call 870-584-3555. Pictured above: Sandra Estrella, Larry Autry, and Renee McGough. Not shown: Lygia Autry and Sherry Nelson. |
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De Queen-Mena
Education Cooperative
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Since 1985, the De Queen-Mena Education Cooperative has been helping local schools meet the challenges and standards set by the Arkansas Department of Education. The cooperative currently serves 12 school districts in Sevier, Howard, Polk, Montgomery and Little River Counties. Besides administering and financing the various early childhood education programs at these schools (with a total of over 700 children), the cooperative also provides special education services, resources to help schools meet state standards in reading, writing and math, and help schools align their curriculum as well as much more. It directs the secondary programs at Rich Mountain Community College and CCCUA. The cooperative also purchases school supplies and learning media in bulk, which allows area schools to purchase these materials at a lower cost. Currently, the De Queen-Mena Education Cooperative employs over 150 dedicated and professional people from across the five-county region. John Ponder is the current director while Diana Hicks coordinates the early childhood programs. The De Queen-Mena Education Cooperative is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Friday. The cooperative is located on 305 South Hornberg Street in Gillham. The phone number is (870) 386-2251. |
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The Sevier County Cattlmen’s Association was formed in 1965 with Don Stemple as the first president. Current officers are: Raymond Morris-President, Ronald Morris-Vice President, and Vicky Wright-Secretary/Treasurer. The Board of Directors is composed of Al Wright, Scott Sullivan, Kenneth Currence, Charles Golden, Dennis Duggan and Philip VanVoast.
Membership is currently at 119 members who are also members of Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association. People may join Sevier County Cattlemen’s Association without joining the Arkansas association.
The local association has a reputation for sponsoring the State Beef Princess. Three from Sevier County have been selected for the honor and seven have be chosen runners-up.
For information on joining the SEVIER COUNTY CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION, call Vicky Wright at 870-832-5661.
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Sevier County Cattlemen’s Association
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De Queen Ford-Chrysler, Inc.
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DE QUEEN FORD-CHRYSLER, INC., is one of the area's longest serving automobile dealerships and is widely known for its premier customer service. The family-owned dealership first opened its lot in 1985, and has put smiles on their customers' faces ever since. Over 20 people are employed in the dealership's full-service operation, with a combined experience of hundreds of years. Manager Betty Tollett alone has been with the dealership since the very beginning. Owners Jay and Mary Ellen Dooley say their employees, many of whom have been with the dealership for over 10 years, make all the difference when choosing to buy a vehicle at De Queen Ford-Chrysler. De Queen Ford-Chrysler is proud to be one of just a few dealerships in the state that have been allowed to continue selling Dodge vehicles because of De Queen Ford-Chrysler's outstanding salesmanship. Jay and Mary Ellen say De Queen Ford-Chrysler stands out from other dealerships through their support of Sevier County schools and organizations, as well as their belief in taking care of their customers by offering dependable vehicles with reliable service. De Queen Ford-Chrysler is located on 863 East Collin Raye Drive and is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. They are open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays. The service department of De Queen Ford is open 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and is open 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday
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FANCY FINGERS & FEET is now located in the Town North Shopping Center in De Queen. Shanna Bragg-Collins is a licensed nail technician and has been for over ten years. She provides professional hand and foot care including Solar acrylic nail enhancements. Her manicures and pedicures include: Regular, Spa with hand or foot massage, Reflexology with pressure point hand or foot massage, Diabetic pedicures, Hot Stone pedicures and customized nail Art. Fancy Fingers & Feet also has a tanning bed with monthly or yearly tanning packages--Salon clients get a special discount.
Book your appointment in advance by calling 903-733-0180 or
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Fancy Fingers & Feet
304 West Collin Raye Drive De Queen
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Brian Halter, AFLAC Agent
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BRIAN HALTER has been an agent for AFLAC for two and a half years, but AFLAC has been providing affordable supplemental health and life insurance for their customers since 1955. Brian said over 50 Million people worldwide have chosen AFLAC policies because of their commitment to their customers. AFLAC offers a wide range of policies including accident, short-term disability, hospital intensive care, hospital confinement indemnity, long-term care, lump sum cancer, lump sum critical illness, specified health event, life, dental and vision. Benefits are paid in addition to any other insurance you may have and are paid directly to policy holder. To set up an appointment with AFLAC agent Brian Halter, call 870-642-2743.
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Cossatot
Community College,
COSSATOT COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS was founded in 1975 as Cossatot Vocational-Technical School and was officially recognized in 1991 as a community college offering Associate’s degrees. Since then, CCCUA has grown to encompass a large variety of two-year degrees, certificate and technical programs (including residential construction, cosmetology, automotive and, coming this fall, agri-business) as well as flourishing relations with other two-year and four-year colleges and universities.
CCCUA’s courses are fully transferable with any other school of secondary education in the state as well as many others in the region. CCCUA also has a growing number of transitional degree programs in which students can attain their four-year degree without leaving home (such as in the popular P-4 education program offered at CCCUA by Southern Arkansas University). The college operates campuses in De Queen, Ashdown ad Nashville. CCCUA is the only college in the state with sales taxes from three different counties (Sevier, Little River and Howard), testifying to the college’s popularity and success in the region. Cossatot has long been a leader in Distance Education.
This will be an exciting year for CCCUA with Steve Cole having taken over the position of chancellor on June 30. Frank Adams will remain at the school for a year as Chancellor Emeritus.
CCCUA is one of the region’s largest employers, with 130 full-time employees and another 100 adjunct professors. For more information on CCCUA, call (870) 584-4471. The college is located on 183 College Drive in De Queen and regular hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Weyerhaeuser Company –
Arkansas/Oklahoma Region Timberlands
Oklahoma Region Timberlands is growing, harvesting and reliably delivering quality southern yellow pine timber products and services to their customers. Products include saw logs for conversion to lumber, poles, pulpwood for pulp, paper and containerboard customers as well as forest generated raw materials that produce energy, primarily in customer power boiler facilities. They also provide recreational opportunities through Wildlife Management Area arrangements in both Arkansas and Oklahoma as well as private lease opportunities on our lands.
The Arkansas/Oklahoma Region consists of 1.1 million acres of land owned and managed by Weyerhaeuser Company. There are 600 thousand acres in Arkansas, 500 thousand acres in Oklahoma as well as nearly 30 thousand acres in Texas.
They have 58 skilled and dedicated employees on staff here in the region with office locations in De Queen, Dierks, Hot Springs and Texarkana, Arkansas as well as Broken Bow, Oklahoma. It’s really important to note also, that Weyerhaeuser has highly valued relationships with many companies contracted to perform forestry services on our property. Some examples of the services they perform are:
· Preparing(tilling and cultivating) the land for planting trees · Tree planting, on average we plant about 1.5 million seedlings a year · Controlling competing vegetation to ensure our trees remain healthy and vigorous · Applying nutrients as needed to ensure forest health · Thinning the pine stands in their very early teens to release the best trees to grow to maturity · Pruning the lower limbs to ensure clear logs and the highest value lumber products · Harvesting and transporting our mature timber crop to meet customer needs · Construction and maintenance of forest roads (6000 miles in our tree farm) · Establishment and maintenance of property boundary lines · Asset protection from fire, insects and disease
As you can see, their presence in our community in the form of jobs and economic impact extends far beyond Weyerhaeuser Company’s direct employee staff.
Good stewardship of the land and forest resources, including water and wildlife, has always been a hallmark of Weyerhaeuser Company. Their lands, forestry operations and in fact, their total wood supply system is certified by a 3rd party registrar to conform to the environmental and sustainability standards of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative or SFI®.
It takes 25 - 30 years for the Weyerhaeuser Arkansas/Oklahoma Region to grow and nurture a stand of seedlings to a final crop and more than a million new seedlings are planted every year. The team and their business associates’ presence in the community reaches deep and broad not unlike the roots and crowns of the trees they grow.
Shown above (L-R): Stacy Walley, Sharon Hunt, Kaye McKeen, Phyllis Turner, Lylyn Mitchell, Jena Fowler, Regina Holton, Matt Williams, Rich Heineman, Doug Miller, Jerry Arnold
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Tires Plus
TIRES PLUS has been one of the community's leading choices for tires since its incorporation in 1983. Tires Plus carries a wide-line of tires and can always order more in. But Tires Plus goes beyond just that. Service on a wide-variety of items, such as brakes, wheels, suspension, and alignment, are also available. Owner Marty Hooker took over the business from his uncle in 1990, but he had worked with the family in the tire business since 1974. Marty and his three ACE-certified employees, each with over 10 years of experience at Tires Plus, can satisfy anyone's tire needs. They have a combined experience of 76 years in the tire business. Marty said the service that comes with a locally-owned, family business sets them apart from many other businesses in the field. His principle is to sell good tires so customers don't have to come back six months later to get a new set. Tires Plus is open 8 a.m. to 5:30, Mondays through Fridays, and from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Call 642-TIRE.
Pictured above
are, from left to right, Hughlen Autrey, Marty Hooker, Ronnie
Williamson, and Magarito Ramirez.
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Smiles of Arkansas Dental Center Suite B, Cultural Awareness Building De Queen
SMILES OF ARKANSAS DENTAL CENTER in De Queen is a general dental practice offering comprehensive dental care with a gentle touch for children and adolescents ages 1-20 in a bright, kid-friendly environment. Smiles of Arkansas Dental Clinic in Suite B of the Cultural Awareness Building in downtown De Queen gladly accepts ARKids, A & B Insurance and Sooner Care.
Dr. Wendi Nichols-Gregory and her staff at Smiles of Arkansas Dental Center look forward to caring for you children. To schedule an appointment before school starts call 870-642-SMILE.
Pictured above are Deborah Azizinamini, Brittany Toper, Molly Harrison, Sally Loredo. Not shown: Dr. Wendi Nichols-Gregory, Maria Cisneros, and Angela Dunn.
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Fat Chance’s
Buffet
FAT CHANCE’S BUFFET in De Queen provides a fine dining experience with clean facilities, friendly service and an amazingly-varied buffet - from steak and roast beef to crab legs and fried catfish as well as a fully-stocked salad bar. Owners Chance and Lucinda Lightfoot cook everything themselves, ensuring their buffet provides as close to a home-cooked meal as a restaurant can prepare. Fat Chance’s also offers some of the best catering in the area, and hosts a variety of group meetings including the De Queen Lions and Rotary Club as well as the local Gideons chapter. Chance said his friendly wait staff, the restaurant’s family-atmosphere, and the delicious buffet items help Fat Chance’s Buffet stand out from others in the business. Chance invites everyone out to celebrate the restaurant’s second year in De Queen this August. Fat Chance’s Buffet is located on West Collin Raye Drive in De Queen by Gentry Chevrolet. The restaurant is open Mondays from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and again from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Hours are 10:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. and again from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. They are closed on Thursdays. Pictured are Chance and his daughter, Vanessa
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Burger King
Burger King in De Queen has been doing it your way for ten years now. New manager Sheila Putman says that the fast, friendly service and the store’s signature “Whopper” are what keeps their customers coming back. Burger King has more than 12,000 outlets in 73 countries, serving 11.4 million customers daily. Ninety percent of these stores are privately owned and operated and the De Queen store has fifteen employees. Whether you want breakfast. lunch, dinner or a late-night snack, Burger King is the place to get it your way. They’re open 6 am-11 pm Sunday thru Thursday and 6 am – Midnight Friday & Saturday. Pictured (back) is Manager Sheila Putman, Tasha Lewis, Lori Cary, Joe Grace and (front) Shane Rinicker.
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Don’s EZ
Storage
Don’s E-Z Storage is located at 1450 West Collin Raye Drive in De Queen and is open Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. When you need a storage unit, from small to large, stop by, call (870) 584-4444 or e-mail cecildonsezstorage@yahoo.com. Pictured above are owner Brenda Cecil and Manager Valeria Gilmore. |
D & E Railroad
DE QUEEN AND EASTERN RAILROAD (D&E) was incorporated in 1900, its history interwined deeply with the history of De Queen and the surrounding areas. D&E traffic consists largely of chip, rocks, grain as freight services to and from the Dierks sawmill, the IP plant, Martin Marietta and a Tyson Foods plant. The railroad currently employees 60 people specializing in many different jobs, including maintenance of the 87 miles of track for which the railroad operates. Randy Sibert is the vice-president and general manger of the De Queen headquarters, and Phil McRae is the railroad manger. Sibert said that while the company is still for sale, operations have not slowed and safety is still its first concern. Pictured is Phil McRae. |
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Southwest
Arkansas Electric REA
SOUTHWEST ARKANSAS ELECTRIC REA, has proudly been serving this area since 1938! De Queen District Manager John Waldon said their thirteen employees include 3 service men and a full line crew based in De Queen. They provide electricity to over 5,000 customers in Sevier, Polk, McCurtain and Little River counties and are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. REA has E.R.C. loans available for new heating & air equipment and energy efficient products such as insulation and windows with the payment being added to your electric bill. They also have the Marathon water heaters. You can pay your bills in person at their office located at 110 Crosstrails Road in De Queen, by automatic drafting of your checking account, or by debit or credit card. SW Arkansas Electric REA is open from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:00 until 5 p.m. from Monday through Friday. Call 870-642-2737.
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Lé
Cig West Collin Raye Drive De Queen
LÉ CIG in De Queen is the area’s only source for the popular, alternative quit-smoking instrument, the electronic cigarette. By adding nicotine to water, which “smokes” when burned inside the unit’s vaporizer, smokers can get their “fix” without all the harmful chemicals and at a fraction of the usual cost.
Owner Mike Elias,
pictured above, says the product can be used as a non-smoking tool
or as a smoking-cessation device. The delivery system, with a
glowing red tip, is designed to look as much like a cigarette as
possible. Elias, who smoked for nearly 30 years of his life, quit as
soon as he first tried the product and his goal ever since has been
to bring the product to local markets.
For more information,
Elias says stop by his location next to Fat Chances Buffet on West
Collin Raye Drive in De Queen. The store is open Monday through
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. |
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Bill’s
Locksmith
Bill's Locksmith, located at #9 Dogwood Plaza, 231 Hwy 71 North in De Queen offers 24 hour locksmith service as well as emergency door repair for break-ins. Owner Bill Nimmons said if you are building a new home or business, changing locks in an existing home or business, need to install padlocks, or have locked your keys in your vehicle, just give him a call at 870-642-8940 or visit his website at www.billslocksmith.net Bill covers fifteen counties and is your source for new or used safes. Bill's Locksmith is open Monday through Friday from 9 am until 6 pm, Saturday by appointment. On-call emergency lock-outs 24/7. Contact Bill Nimmons for all your security needs
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Senator
Larry Teague
Senator Larry Teague was born and raised in Nashville. He graduated from Nashville High School and attended the University of Arkansas and Texarkana Community College before going into business.
He and his wife Debbie have been married for 29 years and have two children. Debbie is the County Assessor for Howard County. Senator Teague is a partner in the family insurance business, Teague and Teague.
Senator Teague has always been interested in politics and public service. His first elected office was as alderman for the Nashville City Council, where he served for five years. In 1997, he was elected to the state House of Representatives serving for six years until term limited out.
He served as assistant to Senator Jim Hill for two years and was elected to the state Senate in 2008. During the regular legislative session of 2009 he served on the Revenue and Taxation Committee and the Transportation Committee. Senator Teague is a Methodist. He teaches Sunday School at First United Methodist at Nashville and also serves as a lay reader.
You may reach Senator Teague by phone at 870-845-5303 or 870-845-8490, by e-mail at TeagueL@arkleg.state.ar.us or visit his website at www.TeagueSenate.com/
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Transit Mix Concrete
170 W Robinson Road
De Queen
Transit Mix Concrete is located on Robinson Road in De Queen. Raymond Rogers (shown above) said the name has changed a time or two during his thirty-four years there, but the goal of providing quality concrete and materials remains the same. Whether you are a back yard “do-it-yourselfer” or a world class contactor, Transit Mix can provide the quality concrete you need for your building project. Transit Mix is open from 7 am until 4 pm Monday thru Friday. Call 870-642-2266. |
Sevier County
Government
THE SEVIER COUNTY GOVERNMENT is responsible for road and bridge maintenance along county roads, solid waste disposal (with five satellite stations), recycling (including used motor oil, metal and paper), law enforcement within the county, tax assessment and collection, the J. Lynn Helms Airport, voter registration, county libraries, housing county extension and health units, emergency management and a shared responsibility of the district court. Dick Tallman (pictured above) has been county judge since 1995. The nine-member Quorum Court is the county legislative body. Monte Stringfellow is the sheriff/collector. Sandra Dunn is county clerk, while Patty Chaney is circuit clerk. Judy Smith is the county tax assessor while Risa Godwin-Krantz is county treasurer. The Sevier County Courthouse, located on 113 North Third Street in De Queen, is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Sevier County Landfill is located on Landfill Road east of Horatio and is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Sat |
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Sevier County Coalition
De Queen
The Sevier County Coalition is a group of forty citizens and organizations who collaborate and volunteer their resources and time to improve the health of all citizens. They provide community-based health improvement programs such as health fairs and free health screening events. For more information or to volunteer, contact Gabrielle Thrailkill at 642-5035 or Terrie James at 584-3013. Shown above: John Strother, De Queen Schools-Coordinated School Health, Anahi Esteban-SCC Secretary and Substance Abuse and Prevention Chair, Community Volunteer, Reyna Alvarez-SCC Wellness Committee Chair, U of A Cooperative Extension Service. Margaret Fenton-SCC Treasurer First State Bank, Gabrielle Thrailkill-SCC Chair, Genesis Maternity Center, Sarah Powell-SCC Officer at Large, AR Department of health, Terrie James-SCC Past Chair U of A Cooperative Extension Service.
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De Queen MotorSports
1587 Highway 70 W
De Queen
DE QUEEN MOTORSPORTS is the area’s premier location for all your ATV and motorcycle repair needs. In business since 2002, owner Fred Brenneman has the experience and local knowledge to offer you professional, quality, fast and friendly service. Fred offers service on all types of ATVs and motorcycles, such as installing tires and brakes, as well as carrying a large stock of parts and accessories. Fred said what he doesn’t have in stock, he can quickly get. Fred also specializes in car audio systems and exhaust work - by appointment only - at his old location in the Fred’s shopping center. He also carries a wide line of ATVs, UTVs and motorcycles. Fred said his business is set apart from others in the field because nobody does quite the same work as he does. Stop by and see what he has to offer at 1587 Highway 70 West, or give Fred a call at (870) 642-6511. De Queen Motorsports is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.
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Brookewood Nursing & Rehab
322 West Collin Raye Drive De Queen
At BROOKEWOOD NURSING AND REHAB we realize what a hard decision and even harder transition it is to place your loved ones into a Long Term Care Facility. That’s why we encourage and welcome families to be involved in every aspect of their loved ones' care. Our staff has the heart and passion to make a difference in the lives of our families and their loved ones. We are never too busy to visit with one of our residents or just lend an ear. Brookewood holds monthly care plan meetings where families are invited to meet with staff and express their opinions on their loved ones care. They host many family events such as formal Christmas and Thanksgiving dinners to informal cook-outs, fishing trips and other social occasions. We also raise flower and vegetable gardens for the enjoyment of many residents and their families. We also provide residents with state-of-the-art Licensed Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy while maintaining the hometown touch. We offer Physical, Occupational and Speech therapy, restorative therapy, on site dieticians, and social services. There is a fully equipped kitchen, bedroom and bathroom for therapeutic purposes for our residents. Brookewood, where we treat your family like our family. Visit our website at www.brookewoodnursingandrehab.com or call 870-584-3562.
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Bytes, Etc. Town North Professional Building De Queen
BYTES, ETC., is one of the area’s premier computer specialists and offers a wide array of services. With over 20 years of experience in the computer field, Bytes owner Doug Simpson is qualified to take on most of those frustrating computer issues, from virus removal, data recovery and wireless troubleshooting to networking and hardware repairs. Doug says his professional and quick service, at a reasonable rate, allows him to stand out from others in the industry. He even plans on adding a several lines of new computers in his store within the near future. To see if Doug can fix your stubborn computer, call him at (870) 642-BYTE (2893). His store is located in the Town North Shopping Center on West Collin Raye Drive in De Queen and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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East Side Flea Market &
Lumber Yard
EAST SIDE FLEA MARKET & LUMBER YARD is truly a place to find what you need for your building project. From lumber and nails, paint, windows, doors, plumbing and electrical supplies to garden tools, storage buildings, cedar furniture and even travel trailers. Operating in the same location for eighteen years, Ronnie Davis and his staff can fix you up with just what you’re looking for. They’re open Monday thru Friday 8-6, Saturday 8-4 and Sunday 10-3. Go by 1197 hwy 70 East or call 584-9481. Shown above: Antonio Berra and Ronnie Davis.
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Shirley’s
SHIRLEY'S in downtown De Queen has been providing some of the area's most unique items for over three years. With over 60 booths set up in her store, Shirley Barfield and her vendors offer a wide variety of unique items - new and used - as well as antiques, books, furniture and much, much more. Come check out Shirleybee soy candles and fragrance oils, or the many floral arrangements in which Shirley specializes. Six employees are present to help make your shopping experience and fun and friendly one. "You never know what you may find in here because it changes day to day," said Shirley. "There are a lot of unique and specialty items to choose from and it's hard to find this collection anywhere else in the area."
Stop by and check out what Shirley has to offer at
311 West Stilwell Avenue in De Queen or give her a call at
(870) 642-2059. Shirley's is open
Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pictured from left
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Hillcrest
Cleaners Mike and Brenda Beltrani opened HILLCREST CLEANERS in De Queen in 1985. That’s a lot of dirty laundry! They have six employees and offer dry cleaning and laundry services as well as mat rentals and self storage buildings. Celebrating twenty-five years of exceptional customer service, Hillcrest Cleaners is open 7 am – 5:30 pm Monday through Friday. With easy access off Collin Raye Drive, there’s even a drive through window for your convenience. Call 870-642-3333. |
Robin
Daniel, DDS ROBIN DANIEL, DDS., has been promoting good dental health in De Queen since 1983. After graduating from the University of Tennessee that year, Daniel and his wife, Lynn, moved to De Queen to begin their practice. They provide checkups and from there are able to treat the vast majority of problems if they are found, from crowns to root-canals. Daniel and his staff of three are able to provide big city experience with small town friendliness. They are located on 1347 West Collin Raye Drive in De Queen and are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday.
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ACR Service
Company
ACR Service Company has been making your life more comfortable since 1961! Ray, Cody and Glenda Stinnett specialize in sales, installation and service of American Standard heat pumps because American Standard has the longest life expectancy in the industry. The folks at ACR Service Company are experts in the air conditioning/heating field, because that’s all they do. They are the oldest heating and air conditioning company in this area and have been installing heat pumps since 1963. For installation in a new construction, remodels, sales or service call 870-584-3343. Office hours are from 8 to 5, Monday through Friday. After hours emergency number is 870-584-8079. Visit their website at www.acrservco.com.
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Crystal Falls
Health & Rehab Center
CRYSTAL FALLS HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER in De Queen offers a friendly and activity-filled environment for senior citizens who are looking for an assisted-living opportunity. With over 100 employees, spacious and clean rooms, modern facilities, a flexible and varied meal schedule, as well as regular and varied activities make Crystal Falls an excellent option for those who want to enjoy their Golden Years in the comfort and safety of an assisted-living home. Crystal Falls also offers a professional and personalized rehabilitation program specially tailored to each individual’s needs. Come see what Crystal Falls Health and Rehab has to offer by visiting them at 1206 West Collin Raye Drive. Or give them a call at (870) 642-3317.
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Wilkerson
Funeral Home
WILKERSON FUNERAL HOME in downtown De Queen has been assisting local people who have lost a beloved friend or family member since 1929. With over 150 years of combined experience, Wilkerson Funeral Home places the utmost importance in honoring a deceased lost one by providing traditional services as well as personalized funeral services. The staff at Wilkerson Funeral Home believe they are set apart from others in the field through their friendliness and personal care to service details. They have someone on staff 24 hours a day and seven days a week. Wilkerson Funeral Home can be reached by calling (870) 642-2218. Pictured from left to right are Tony Hughes, Fred Wilkerson Jr., Fred Wilkerson IV, Fred Wilkerson III, Mike Chandler, Sarah Casteel and Jeff Marshall. Visit their website at www.wilkersonfuneralhomes.com.
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Sevier County Historical
Museum
The Sevier County Historical Museum is a treasure trove of information about Sevier County residents. Museum Director, Karen Mills, said that the Museum is a great source of for those involved in genealogy research. They offer individual or group tours of the Museum, Antique Village, 40’s House and Collin Raye Birthplace museum. The Museum Annex and Chapel in the Antique Village are available for rent for weddings or parties. They also have a selection of books for sale. The museum is open to the public Tuesday thru Saturday noon until 5 pm. Call 870-642-6642. Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. Step back into Sevier County History with a visit to the Sevier County Historical Museum.
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Framer's
Gallery & The Quilter's Corner
FRAMER’S GALLERY AND THE QUILTER’S CORNER are two De Queen businesses excelling in custom design work. Renee Brenneman (on right), who has owned Framer’s Gallery for nine years, specializes in custom trophies, embroidery and framing. She also offers a wide variety of gifts for weddings, birthdays, graduations and much more. Angie Walker, pictured on left, started the Quilter’s Corner six years ago. Angie’s inventory includes over 800 different bolts of fabric and other materials. Both Angie and Renee say their business stands out from others in the region through their dedication to the local community and economy. Both are board members of the De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce and strive to give as much back to the community as they can. They promise you’ll enjoy their friendly and professional service as well as their wide variety of custom and personalized inventory. Visit them at 1587 Highway 70 west of Cossatot Community College. Give them a call at (870) 642-7488.
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Horatio
School District
HORATIO SCHOOL DISTRICT is committed to providing a quality learning environment based on cooperation and mutual respect among students, parents, teachers, and community focusing on the needs and unique abilities of the individual learners as they strive to become productive members of society. The school services over 870 students and employees over 100 staff, administration and faculty members.
The Horatio Lions are well-known throughout the state for its prowess at baseball and the school itself is oft-commended for its well-balanced education.
John "Skipper" Ward is the Superintendent. James Dobbins is the high school principal and Rodger Click is the elementary school principal. Horatio Public Schools are located on 205 Isbell Street in Horatio. Visit the website at http://horatio.dmsc.k12.ar.us/. The phone number is (870) 832-2341. Pictured above are Dobbins, on left, and Click
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Southwest
EMS, Inc.
SOUTHWEST EMS, INC. has been located in De Queen for 5 ½ years providing advanced cardiac life support, paramedic units, BLS unit, emergency care and interfacility transports. Southwest EMS is staffed 24/7, 365 days a year. They have the most up-to-date equipment including a 12 lead EKG, CPAP, IO Infusion and ventilator. Why take chances? A Southwest EMS Ambulance membership is your best protection from unexpected medical expenses when ambulance transportation is needed. Annual memberships are available by calling 877-760-5400. Pictured: Lee Ann Pitchford, Manager Nichia Davis, Daniel England, Sandra Potter, Megan McMahen, Misty Miller, Shirley Jones, Traven Bayne, Chessie, Matinez, Jay Litchford. |
Gentry
Chevrolet
Jimmy Ray and Bud Gentry, owners of GENTRY CHEVROLET in De Queen, know the importance of a fair deal. They’ve been in the car business in De Queen all their lives and can still count their customers among their friends. They keep a good selection of cars, trucks and SUVs in stock, but if they don’t have just what you’re looking for on the lot, they’ll get it for you. In addition to new and used vehicles, Gentry’s has a quality service department on site to handle your repair and service needs. Years of experience and a friendly staff….Gentry Chevrolet. Drop by and see them Monday thru Friday 8 am – 6 pm or 9 am – 6 pm Saturday. Call 870-642-2423 or visit their website at www.gentrychevyinc.com Pictured: Emmett Elkins, Davey Circles, Darrick Stockdale, Ponce Gilley, Benny Ester, Justin Causey, Owner Jimmy Ray Gentry, Renee Cook, General Manager Jeremy Jester, Geneva Chambers, Heath Stuard, Carl Harmon, Scotty McCleskey, Jimmy White, Owner Bud Gentry. (Not shown: Cheryl Houser, Tim Whitt, Colt Lee)
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De Queen
Animal Hospital Dr. Kenny Martin has owned De Queen Animal Hospital on Hwy 70 West of De Queen for twelve years. As is the only veterinary practice in Sevier County, Dr. Martin offers veterinary services for both small and large animals. He and his five employees are qualified to provide the care and attention you seek for your “other” family members.
Office hours are 7:30-5:30 Monday thru Thursday, 7:30-Noon on Friday. Closed for lunch from 12-1. Call 870-642-VETS.
Dr. Martin & Jennifer are very active in 4-H and remind you of the annual 4-H Rabies Clinics coming up May 3rd thru 8th in Sevier County.
Pictured above: Antonia Velasquez, Jessica Bowens, Hannah Reynolds, Jennifer Martin, Dr. Kenny Martin, Jake Martin, Mary Ida Pearce.
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Sevier
County Sporting Goods
SEVIER COUNTY SPORTING GOODS offers a wide variety of firearms, safes, hunting and fishing supplies, as well as reloading equipment. Although only open since last October, Sevier County Sporting Goods is becoming the place to go for a variety of outdoor needs. With 15 years of military experience, over 11 years of law enforcement experience, and as a life-long shooter, owner Sean Martin has the practical and professional knowledge to help you find the right firearm and equipment. He has the tools to do just about any gunsmithing job, and the few things he can’t do, he can have done. Martin’s quick, professional and friendly service allows Sevier County Sporting Goods to stand out in the region. Come check out his wide selection of firearms and outdoor gear on Highway 71 east of De Queen next to Parrish Equipment. Give him a call at (870) 584-2033. |
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Gentry Salvage 868 E Collin Raye Drive De Queen
Gentry Salvage (formerly CCS Auto & Salvage) has been in businesses in De Queen for over 30 years. Manager James West said that they are mainly a wholesale business buying and selling used auto parts all over the country. Locally, they buy and haul junk vehicles and offer good used tires for sale.
One of the things that sets Gentry Salvage apart from other salvage yards is the fact that they are so environmentally conscious. James is the Southwest Director of the Arkansas Automotive Dismantlers and Recyclers Association and Gentry Salvage was recently recognized for its effort in removing hazardous materials such as mercury from their junk vehicles before sending them for recycling.
Gentry Salvage is open Monday thru Friday from 8 until 5. Call 870-584-7615 or check out their website at www.ccsauto.com.
Pictured: (Front) Anthony Burleson (Back) Mark Ward, Sam McClendon, Brad Everett, James West, Natasha Click, Bari Granger. Not shown: Paul Davignon, Sam Kight
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De Queen RV Sales & Service 257 Hwy 71 North De Queen
De Queen RV Sales & Service in De Queen offers a huge selection of quality RVs from small bumper-pull campers to the large 5th wheel RVs with several slides. You won’t have to “rough it” any more!
In addition to RV sales, Shane O’Neal and his staff can provide service on your present camper or RV.
Call 870-642-8795 for De Queen RV or e-mail them at dequeenrv@yahoo.com
Pictured: Front-Owners Shane & Lina O’Neal. Back: Simon Ocampo, Waylon Yandell, Freeman O’Neal, DeAnne Bizell
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H & R Block
FOR OVER 30 YEARS, H&R Block in De Queen has been helping local people prepare their taxes. Independently owned and franchised, H&R Block provides quick, professional and experienced tax preparation services. With three full-time and five part-time employees, H&R Block, 152 Hwy 71 North in De Queen, has the personnel and knowledge to assist those in this tough tax season. Franchisee Sheila Chandler says her staff’s constant training insures they stay up to date on all new tax laws. H&R Block is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. After April 23, they will be open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesdays. Pictured are Shelia Chandler and Sandy Threadgill. |
Salvation Army Store
The local Salvation Army Thrift Store in downtown De Queen normally operates at a break-even cash flow standpoint since its main function is to provide welfare assistance to low income families by offering quality clothing and other goods at low, affordable prices. The store has one full-time employee, Tammy Simmons, who manages the store and processes welfare requests. All other staff members are volunteers. The annual Red Kettle Bell Ringing campaign conducted annually at Christmas combined with the store sales income allows the group to assist an average of 23 family units per month. They recently shipped 7,670 pounds of clothing and shoes to Charity Shoes and Clothing in Dallas to be sent to people in third world countries such as Haiti and Chile. Thrift Store hours are 10 to 5 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Store Manager, Tammy Simmons invites you to come in, browse, and shop. Your continued donations of quality goods and funds are greatly appreciated. If you have the time and would like to serve as a thrift Store volunteer, please go by and visit with Tammy.
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Papa
Poblanos Mexican Café
PAPA POBLANOS MEXICAN CAFE will celebrate its ninth year in De Queen this summer. With over 40 employees, Papa Poblanos is one of the county’s larger employers. Papa Poblanos offers a wide variety of American, Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican foods. The restaurant now also offers a breakfast menu combining the best of American and Mexican meals. The staff promises you’ll find clean, nice environment, good prices, fast service and plenty of delicious dishes to choose from. Papa Poblanos is located on Highway 71 North and is open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
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Farm Credit of
Western Arkansas
Farm Credit of Western Arkansas has been in their present location for twenty-eight years! Farm Credit has been financing farmers and rural home owners for more than 90 years. Their staff understands Sevier and Howard County agriculture and offers financing for large and small farms, homes and home construction, real estate, equipment, livestock, vehicles, and more. Farm Credit is a cooperative and is owned and directed by the members it serves. That means that farmers and ranchers in western Arkansas guide and direct the association. In addition, members share in the profits and have received more than $51 million in cash back since 1997. Farm Credit is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 until 4:30 pm. Stop by or call 584-3113 or toll free (800) 421-7714. Shown above: Connie Jones, Customer Service Representative and Monte Elam, VP and Branch Manager.
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