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SIGHT Bowl-a-thon approaches
In three weeks, I’ll be blindfold bowling for charity again as part of the 17th Annual S.I.G.H.T. Celebrity Bowl-a-thon. All proceeds from the event go to a great cause! Money raised through sponsors will go to the Sight Impaired Group … Continue reading
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Looking back on the Olympics
In preparation for tonight’s opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympics based in London, let’s take a look back on the 2008 opening ceremony in Beijing. The above video contains the highlights for the several-hour opening but check out the links … Continue reading
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CHICAGO opens at art center
Brought to life by the South Arkansas Art Center, CHICAGO opened last night for the public with murder, sex, corruption and “all that jazz.” The musical runs each night at 7:30 p.m. through July 22, with the exception of July … Continue reading
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Showdown at Sunset kicks off Saturday
An annual tradition begins again this weekend with the 2012 reintroduction of Showdown at Sunset at 6 p.m. on Saturday in downtown El Dorado. The free event is hosted by Main Street El Dorado and will continue on the last … Continue reading
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Buffet Palace to take the place of Ryan’s
A representative of Realty Income confirmed today that what was formerly Ryan’s would be replaced with Buffet Palace in September. Ryan’s, at 2740 N. West Ave., closed in March as part of a nationwide shutdown of under-performing restaurants owned and … Continue reading
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CAVEman: Part two
Due to the great discussion we’re having on a previous Between Editions post about the presentation given by Henry Florsheim, El Dorado Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, at the El Dorado Rotary Club on Monday concerning local economic development … Continue reading
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Are you a caveman?
Today at the El Dorado Rotary Club, El Dorado Chamber President and CEO Henry Florsheim touted changes around El Dorado and throughout Union County, including new architecture, road projects and an increase in those working since 2010. Among those he … Continue reading
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Bugs, Bands & Bikes approaches
Despite the drizzling weather set up has begin in downtown El Dorado for the Bugs, Bands & Bikes Festival, scheduled to kick off at 5 p.m. today for two days of crawfish, live music and motorcycles. Registration for events including … Continue reading
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Mayhaw Festival approaches
Only hours away, the 2012 Mayhaw Festival is set to begin this afternoon with bluegrass performances at 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. by Effron White and the Travelin McCourys at the El Dorado Conference Center. On Saturday, the festivities continue … Continue reading
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Supreme Court rules anti-scalping laws apply to Ticketmaster
Ticketmaster and like agencies may come under fire following an Arkansas Supreme Court decision on Thursday that ruled the online site and similar cohorts come under the state’s anti-scalping law. According to Arkansas News, the 4-3 ruling affirmed allegations that … Continue reading
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Kentucky Headhunters to appear
Preparations for the Bugs Bands and Bikes festival are coming along smoothly with an addition that Main Street El Dorado believes will bring in an even greater mass of locals looking for beer, crawfish, bikes and free music. A performance … Continue reading
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Fred Smith ruled ineligible for May primary
A judge in Pulaski County wrapped up a statewide controversy today when she ruled that former Harlem Globetrotter and former state legislator Fred Smith will not appear on the ballot for the May primary. Smith, who filed for state Senate … Continue reading
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Sidewalk chalkers
Sidewalk chalkers took to the pavement on Elm Street outside HealthWorks. Check out the artwork they left behind.
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Mellor Park Mall to receive a makeover
Kimberly Florsheim, of Keller Williams Realty-Parishwide Partners, confirmed this morning that she’s taken over management of the long-neglected Mellor Park Mall and has plans for bringing business back to its quiet halls. Florsheim, the wife of Henry Florsheim, president and … Continue reading
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Skate rink to host final bash
For those still considering their Friday night plans, consider stopping by the former Hot Wheels Skating Center, 1334 W. Hillsboro, which will be hosting a final bash from 7 to 10 p.m. tonight before it closes its doors for good. … Continue reading
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