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Attention Sportsmen!!! The Southwest Arkansas Daily will post pictures of your trophy on our web-site.  All you have to do is e-mail your picture to numberonecountry@yahoo.com

Reader Comments:
"I want to thank you for having this website.  My sister and brother live far away now, but they can keep in touch with things from home with your website.  Keep up the good work and God bless you all."
"Just wanted to let you know how great it is to be able to access the news daily instead of weekly.  You all are doing a great job!"
"Just happened to stumble across the Obituary listing on your web site and wanted to let you know it is really appreciated. Many of us who have long since left De Queen are still interested in our friends we left behind. Since your local paper's web site went south, there was no way to do it. Thank you for picking up the slack on that and all the other news you publish. Wish we could get the Country Breakfast Crew in San Antonio!!!"

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Melanie Marshall, Administrator
BROOKEWOOD REHAB OPEN HOUSE

Bookewood Nursing & Rehab will celebrate National Nursing Home Week with an open house at their newly renovated rehab facility Thursday from 2 until 6 pm.  The Country Breakfast Crew will be broadcasting live from 2 -4!

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CHAMPIONSHIP BULL RIDING THIS SATURDAY IN DE QUEEN

This event is sanctioned by the United Professional Rodeo Association and the Cowboys Regional Rodeo Association.  All proceeds will go to local  4-H activities.

 


Staff from Crystal Falls Healthcare
NATIONAL NURSING HOME WEEK

Crystal Falls Healthcare is celebrating National Nursing Home Week with a special event every day this week.
(Schedule)

 


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CAR VS 4-WHEELER

 

A two-vehicle accident occurred in De Queen Saturday evening.  Reportedly the driver of the 4-wheeler attempted to pass the car as it was turning into a driveway on West Stilwell Avenue.  The 4-wheeler struck the driver side door knocking him off the ATV.  The young man was transported to De Queen Medical Center by Southwest EMS.

High Winds Saturday night damage at least two homes on 9th street in De Queen.  Pictured is the home of Jim Smith which sustained damage when a large limb  fell onto his roof.

NATIONAL NURSING HOME WEEK  IS MAY 11-18
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Call 870-584-3225 for more information or
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PROFESSIONAL BULL RIDING 
COMING TO DE QUEEN

For more information contact the Sevier County Extension office at 584-3013.
Sun Belt Conference Outdoor Championship

 

Kirby Atkins was one of four Little Rock Trojans that qualified for the NCAA Regionals last weekend at the Sun Belt Conference Outdoor Championships.  Sunday Atkins qualified for his second event by winning the hammer throw on his last attempt.  His throw was 53.3m (175.00 ft.) to qualify.  He had already qualified in the discus earlier this season.  The NCAA Regionals will be held on May 30-31 at Fayetteville, Arkansas.  Hosted by the University of Arkansas.  Kirby is the son of Chuck and Karen Atkins of De Queen, he graduated from De Queen High School and is attending the University of Little Rock, pursuing a history and foreign language degree.

"I grew up in Lockesburg and now live in Texarkana and I'm always interested in what is going on in and around there. Your website is The Greatest. I have seen other paper websites and you win the Blue Ribbon. For a Little Town you have the BEST there is going. Keep up the good work." "If you don't tell it, we don't know it.  All our local news and events come from you.  We love your website and enjoy seeing so many pictures from local events.  Thanks for keeping us up-to-date."
Jessica Grasich
and
Dustin Williams


Announcing the engagement and approaching marriage of Jessica Grasich to Dustin Williams.

The Bride-elect is the daughter of Sherri and J Bigham of De Queen and Steve Grasich of Ocean Springs, MS.  The groom is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Williams of Sheridan, AR.

The wedding will take place in Anthony Chapel at Garvan Woodlands Gardens in Hot Springs, AR on June 14, 2008 at 7:00 in the evening.

The couple will reside in Sheridan where Jessica teaches 3rd grade at Landmark Elementary.  Dustin is employed with AT&T in Little Rock.

Julie Guylene Tollett
and

Jeremy Scott Adcock

 

Mr. and Mrs. Lovell Tollett are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Julie Guylene to Jeremy Scott Adcock son of Brenda Adcock and Doyle Adcock.

Julie is the granddaughter of Mrs. Frances Hall and the late Guy R. Hall and the late Ruben and Mildred Tollett.  She is a 1999 graduate of De Queen High School and a 2003 graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education and presently pursuing a Masters degree in Educational Administration.

Julie is employed by Texarkana Arkansas Independent School District.

Jeremy is the grandson of Kenneth Arp and the late Lydia Keith Taylor and Lena Bell Adcock and the late W. L. Adcock.  He is a 1998 graduate of Horatio High School. Jeremy is presently employed by Lawrence Termite and Pest Control.

The beach side wedding will be held June 8, 2008 at 6:45 p.m. on Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach, FL.

 

Charissa Joy Dunn
 and 
Richard Leon VanVoast

The parents of Charissa Joy Dunn and Richard Leon VanVoast would like to announce the engagement an approaching marriage of their children.

Charissa is the daughter of Tony Bob Ray and De Queen and Randy and Sharon Lindsey of Horatio.  She is the granddaughter of Polly Williams of Horatio, Wane and Dorothy Oliver of Ashdown, the late Melba Kreider, and the late R.L. Ray.

Richard is the son of James and Lana VanVoast.  He is the grandson of Leon and Mary Crawford of Winthrop, Shirley VanVoast of De Queen and the late Richard E. VanVoast.

The Wedding will take place May 31st at the Lindsey residence in Horatio.  Reception will immediately follow.

 

 

Armed Forces Day at Historic Washington
 May 17, 2008

 

There will be exhibits and first person living history attractions related to the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Texas Revolution, Mexican War, Civil War, Indian Wars, and World Wars I and II. 

Contact Person: Melony Cumbie (870) 983-2660

TWO DAY MANHUNT IN POLK COUNTY ENDS WITH CAPTURE OF FT. SMITH MAN


Keith Miller

The capture of 41 year old Keith Miller Wednesday morning ended a two day manhunt . (More)

COLLIN RAYE TICKET PARTY HELD FRIDAY

Linda Miller was the first person to buy tickets at the Collin Raye Ticket Party Friday night on the courthouse lawn.  You may purchase tickets locally at #1 Country Studios or charge to your credit card by calling 870-642-2446 or 870-898-3624.
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CCCUA GRADUATION 

Lt. Governor Bill Halter was commencement speaker at CCC U of A graduation in De Queen Saturday.

area education specialisTS GRADUATE HSU MAY 9TH

Pictured are (L to R Front) Shirley Wright, Principal of Nashville Primary School; Judi Jenkins, Principal of De Queen High School; (Center) Dr. Diann Gathright, 2008-09 Superintendent of Mena School District; (L to R Back) Russ Johnson, Federal Program Coordinator at Horatio; and Andy Curry, 2008-09 Superintendent of Van Cove School District. (More)
Lockesburg Blue Diamonds Place 2nd in the Tri-County League Tournament 

Lockesburg Blue Diamonds came in 2nd place in the Tri-County League Tournament in the 8 and under age group held Saturday May 3rd at De Queen Sportsplex.

First Row (L-R) Savanah Lovewell, Tabitha Stockman, Alisa Thigpen, Mena McAda. Second Row (L-R) Bailey Dixon, Lexi Simmons, Haylee Dinger, Patricia Martinez, Tori Broach, Jordan Revels. Third Row (L-R) Coaches- Jonathon Glasgow, Jennifer Revels, Sam Dixon, Allison Dixon

EARLY VOTING AVAILABLE NOW!


Arkansas State Representative Scott Sullivan was first in line in Sevier County to vote early.

Secretary of State Charlie Daniels reminds the state’s registered voters of the early voting period Monday, May 5 - Monday, May 19 for the state’s May 20 Preferential Primary and Nonpartisan Judicial General Election. (MORE)

OLD FASHIONED SINGING SCHOOL COMING TO DE QUEEN

June 2nd through the 13th at Old Time Missionary Baptist Church.  Call Melvin Sullivan at 642-5116 or J.P. Atkins at 642-2052 for more information.

Thank you so much for putting the picture of my first grandbaby and the announcement on your web site.  I had seen the wedding announcements and hoped you would.  I love this web site.  I have not bought a newspaper in a LONG time!  Again, thank you!!! Hi!!!  I'd like to thank you for this page because I am in Afghanistan working (army contractor).  With the news I read here, I feel closer to home  THANK YOU!!!

"If you don't tell it, we don't know it.  All our local news and events come from you.  We love your website and enjoy seeing so many pictures from local events.  Thanks for keeping us up-to-date."

"I live in Malvern but I have family in southwest Arkansas. My brother gave me your web address and I think it is one of the best newspapers I have been able to read online. Not one of the best but the Best."

BASEBALL &
Photos Courtesy of

SOFTBALL TEAMS
 Michelle Covington

DE QUEEN KNOCK OUTS
1st Place Murfreesboro Tournament

Front: Mallory Miller, Taylor Gentry, DeAnna Johnson, Caylee Mitchell. Middle: Paige Morphew Randee Toye, Tessa Gentry, Kylie Tadlock, Jessica Miller, Amber Lovewell. Coaches: Lisa Gentry, Ronnie Toye, Church Mitchell
DE QUEEN KNOCK OUTS
2nd Place Nashville Tournament
Front: Randee Toye, DeAnna Johnson, Tessa Gentry, Kalee Mitchell. Back: Kylee Bowens Hannah Murray, Kylie Tadlock, Jessica Miller, Taylor Gentry, Paige Morphew, Amber Lovewell, Mallory Miller
   
 
"I am so VERY pleased with your new web site.  This is what it's about, knowing your town's news and happenings...not that the rest of the world isn't important, but you can get that on TV.  This is what we need.  I love it!  Keep it up!"
"As a resident of Sevier County, I would just like to thank you for the wonderful job that you are doing.  As a person who works out of the country half of his life (currently in Ashdod, Israel), you are the only link for local up to date news that I have.  I especially love being able to tell my wife something that happened before she even hears about it living at home."
"Thanks for the Web site....I was born in De Queen and graduated there.  My dad was a barber for 50 years.  Sure is nice to read what is going on in De Queen."
"The Southwest Arkansas Daily is a great way to feel connected to the community. I live in Little Rock now but I still have family in the De Queen/Wickes area. It's nice to read about current events and even check the local weather. Keep up the great work."
"I was born in De Queen in 1937. Have not lived in the area for a long time due to 20 years in the  Navy and 32 years of living in Maine. In October 2005 moved to Clovis, NM. Have family still in the  area and use your web site daily. It was a good site, but is even better now. Thank you so much  for allowing people from away to access your web site. It brings "home" to a lot of people."
   

Stand up for America Celebration

Neal McCoy of Longview, Texas will be the headliner for the 2008 ‘Stand up for America Celebration’ set for July 5th, 2008 at the Nashville City Park Amphitheater.  With 3 Platinum albums and 1 Gold Album he is sure to be a crowd pleaser this year for this patriotic celebration. 

"I'm very happy that you all have this website since we don't have a daily newspaper.  I'm Hispanic and
 every time I read the news, I usually tell my friends what's going on. It would be nice if we could have
 a Spanish website where someone that doesn't speak English could go in and read it so they can know
 what's going on in our county and what to watch out for. Congratulations for this website and
 keeping us informed with the news."
"The website is like the newspaper, only better (Not to mention not having to buy the paper).  I can see the lunch menu for my kid's school as well as the calendar.  If I miss the news all I have to do is visit the website.  It's great to have this.  Thank you!!!!!!(P.S. the trophy room is neat, too)"
"I would like to thank you for this web site. I hated it when our paper went to once a week but I still bought it just to get the full story on the news. I have not bought a De Queen newspaper since hearing about this web site. THANK YOU!!!!"
"I really enjoy your website, I was gone for a month and was able to keep up with all that was going on in the community...."
"My wife and I grew up in De Queen and graduated from the De Queen High School. I want to say how much we appreciate the information you report about De Queen. We still have a lot of relatives and friends still living there. We thank you for printing the obit of our son. Since the Bee was sold this is one way to stay up to date. Our hearts are still there. Again, thank you very much for reporting". 
"I love your site.  I grew up in De Queen and really miss a lot about it, but your site helps me to  keep in touch! I tell everyone formerly from there about the site as well and they love it too!  Thanks so much and Keep up the FANTASTIC work."

 

 

 

 

 

RESERVOIR, LOCK & DAM, AND LAKE POOL STAGES--NTL WTHR SERVICE SHREVEPORT

Location   updated 10:42 pm   5/12/08

Normal Pool 7 am Level 24 Hr Change Discharge
CFS
Broken Bow Dam 599.5 606.28 -0.06  
De Queen Lake 437.0 439.86 0.18  
Gillham Lake 502.0 509.69 -0.86  
Dierks Lake 526.0 536.34 -0.19  
Millwood Lake 259.2 259.86 0.22  
Lake Wright Patman 220.6 233.73 -0.40 9472
Lake Bistineau 141.0 140.33 -0.09  
Red River L & D #5 145.0 145.11 -0.26  
Red River L & D #4 120.0 119.96 -0.12  
Red River L & D #3 95.0 94.77 0.82  
Lake Fork Dam 403.00 402.75 -0.08  
Toledo Bend 172.00 171.81 -0.11  

 For current Gage Stations and Tributary levels click here:    NOAA    

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