Category Archives: Entertainment

New Century and Mellor Park in lease negotiations

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Admin

Rumors that New Century Chinese Restaurant might be vacating its premises in Mellor Park Mall are right now merely a matter of negotiation, said Sajal Agarwal. Agarwal, one of the owners of the mall, declined to comment further saying he … Continue reading →

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Willie prepares to rock El Dorado

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Admin

Crews at the El Dorado Municipal Auditorium work to put together the set for “Willie Nelson and Family Live” set to roll at 7:30 p.m. tonight. The show is completely sold out, however, interested parties may call Main Street El … Continue reading →

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El Dorado named one of America’s “best small town comebacks”

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Admin

El Dorado earned a bit of national cred this morning as one of the “best small town comebacks” compiled by CNN. Citing the city’s investment in the $18 million El Dorado Conference Center and a recent boom in commerce and … Continue reading →

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Harlem Shake rolls through Yocum

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Admin

Yocum Elementary School students do the Harlem Shake with El Dorado Police Officer Chris Lutman. Video by Karen Lutman, on YouTube, who aptly puts it, “Now THIS is community policing.”

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Mellor Park Mall owners: TJ Maxx could lead to further national business

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Admin

With the announced inclusion of TJ Maxx at Mellor Park Mall, Owners Surendra and Sajal Agarwal hope to soon introduce further national businesses planning to take up residence in El Dorado. During an interview today with the News-Times, the owners … Continue reading →

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Are you ready for some Willie?

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Admin

The “Whiskey River” hint was unmistakable during Travis Tritt’s acoustic performance in El Dorado last week. Not one to disappoint, Main Street El Dorado Director Mark Givens has followed through on that promise with a release stating Willie Nelson will … Continue reading →

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Fireworks display renders beautiful photos

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Admin

Happy News Year from the News-Times editorial department! To celebrate the turning of the year and the ringing in of 2013 — Particularly because we all thought the world was going to end on Dec. 21, 2012, right? — News-Times … Continue reading →

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Despite rain, Chamber promises spectacular fireworks show

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Admin

Despite what the National Weather Service assures is a 100 percent chance of rain this evening, the El Dorado Chamber of Commerce said it still plans to put on the New Year’s Eve fireworks show as promised. According to the … Continue reading →

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“Mulerider Style” interprets Gangnam Style

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Admin

Dance parties are generally not accepted in the newsroom, but that doesn’t mean we weren’t tempted by this “Mulerider Style” video. Southern Arkansas University students, staff, faculty and even President David Rankin got involved in the project, directed by Aaron … Continue reading →

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MusicFest 25 gears up with famous faces

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Admin

Union Square has been transformed in time for MusicFest 25 and is filled with greasy food, blasting music and one famous face gearing up for tonight’s show. Check out our slideshow below and get a taste for what MusicFest 25 … Continue reading →

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MusicFest 25 prepares to kick off

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Admin

Preparations are underway for MusicFest 25 with streets blocked and stages going up in downtown El Dorado this evening. The two-day event kicks off at 5 p.m. on Friday with more than 30 acts touted by Main Street El Dorado, … Continue reading →

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Super Hog fan serenades injured players following ULM upset

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Admin

Is anyone else upset over Arkansas’ 34-31 loss to University of Louisiana-Monroe this weekend? How about the injuries incurred by starting quarterback Tyler Wilson, starting cornerback Tevin Mitchel and starting fullback Kody Walker? I bet you’re not nearly as upset … Continue reading →

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MSE gears up for First Thursday

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Admin

Main Street El Dorado is ramping up for the inaugural First Thursday, a retail promotion set to kick off at 5 p.m. tonight on Union Square. The event is meant to benefit 9-to-5ers who can’t make it downtown quickly enough … Continue reading →

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MusicFest clash inspires racist accusations

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Admin

An alleged clash between Main Street El Dorado Director Mark Givens and former MC Hammer performer Benito Glosson resulted in accusations of racism plastered across the latter man’s Facebook page. Glosson, a former El Dorado mayoral candidate who is currently … Continue reading →

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“El Dorado’s answer to Julie Andrews” performs at Kiwanis

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Admin

Scott, Karen, Christopher, Stephanie, Marissa, Taylor and Emma Watkins performed at the El Dorado Kiwanis Club today. Near musical savants, the family is “El Dorado’s answer to Julie Andrews and the von Trapp Family,” according to Richard McClendon of the … Continue reading →

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