It’s Election Day!
Polling sites are open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. today.
Polling sites are open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. today.
The Union County Extension Homemakers Clubs are made up of six different clubs, totaling 81 members.
Trick or Treat: Children at the South Arkansas Development Center for Children and Families receive candy from teachers and therapists on Halloween.
The Union County Quorum Court approved an ordinance establishing the operating budget for 2019 during a meeting earlier this month.
Local Salvation Army Capt.Jason Perdieu is serving as an emotional and spiritual care officer in Florida as part of the Salvation Army’s disaster relief servic…
A two-way race is set for the Union County clerk position with incumbent clerk Shannon Phillips and challenger Goldie Hilburn both hoping to serve county resid…
HOPE Landing’s annual Halloween event, Hope-o-ween, brought crowds of families who enjoyed food, costume contests, candy and many games for the children of HOP…
The third annual Spirit of South Arkansas Small Business Awards luncheon recognized small businesses in Union County that demonstrate a commitment to good busi…
A new entrance to the Boys & Girls Club of El Dorado’s baseball and softball fields will be constructed to honor and recognize Cecil Kellum, who founded the El…
Being fresh out of college with determination like no other, Leslie Rogers recently opened her new store Latest Wrinkle Boutique in downtown El Dorado.
Former Union County employee Conor Gleason has filed suit against Union County, County Judge Mike Loftin and eight members of the Quorum Court nearly one year …
Candy drive: Members of the El Dorado Service League took donations including money and candy for Hope Landing Wednesday at the central fire station. The leagu…
Stage’s Beauty Bash event features freebies and discounted items from cosmetic counters including Clinique, Estée Lauder and Elizabeth Arden.
A two-way race is set for the Union County Judge seat between incumbent county judge Mike Loftin and Cliff Preston, both hoping to serve the residents of Union…
The 31st annual MusicFest will kick off Thursday with Sheila E performing at the Murphy Arts District Amphitheater at 6:30 p.m. Doors are set to open at 5:30 …
Incumbent Union County Judge Mike Loftin believes his experience in the office makes him the right person for the job.
Cliff Preston says he is choosing to run for Union County judge to give power back to the people.
More money was poured into county roads this year and the Union County judge said weather played a big role.
Candidates for Union County judge answered questions concerning economic development, road and bridges and much more at a candidate forum Tuesday.
Candidates for Union County clerk took the stage Tuesday at a candidate forum, where they discussed their experience and qualifications for the position.
The Union County Quorum Court held a special called meeting Tuesday to discuss the county’s audit findings for 2017.
Exactly one year ago, the Murphy Arts District was in the middle of their multi-day grand opening celebration, which included MusicFest XXX.
Christian rappers: Local Christian rappers J2W and Young Deac won the Arkansas Gospel Music Heritage Award in the rap category on Sept. 15 in Little Rock.
The Medical Center of South Arkansas’ new conference center was dedicated and named after one of the hospital’s surgeons Thursday, Dr. Robert Tommey.
For his actions during the Vietnam War from Jan. 31 to Feb. 6, 1968, retired Marine Sgt. Maj. John Canley will be awarded the Medal of Honor next month by Pres…
Union County Quorum Court received an update from Union County Sheriff Ricky Roberts at their monthly meeting Thursday concerning the fire that took place Aug.…
The Arkansas Natural Resources Commission held their bimonthly meeting in El Dorado Wednesday, after touring various infrastructures Tuesday.
After 20 years of being executive director of the Union County Community Foundation (UCCF), Elise Drake has announced her retirement.
Operation Christmas Child is celebrating its 25th year of being partners with Samaritan’s Purse, which helped grow the project to reach multiple countries arou…
Returning to the Murphy Arts District’s Griffin Music Hall tomorrow night is World Class Revolution wrestling.
Balloon release: The first annual Sickle Cell awareness balloon release was held Thursday at Simmons Bank, honoring Vemetric Smith-Foster, who died Oct. 22 las…
The Union County Fair’s annual pageant will be held tomorrow, with all other fair festivities kicking off Tuesday.
El Dorado Mayor Frank Hash announced at the Economic Outlook Luncheon Wednesday that the West Hillsboro street shopping plaza has been purchased and will under…
SouthArk Outdoor Expo attendees dodged rain on and off throughout the day, with the sun peeking through a few times. The annual SouthArk Outdoor Expo, which t…
Speckles, JoJo and Kira stand, waiting to participate in the second annual UCAPS Dog Bowl.
Reception: A welcome reception was held Thursday at the El Dorado-Union County Chamber of Commerce for Capt. Jason Perdieu and Capt. Elyshia Perdieu, commandin…
Master Gardeners: Members of the Union County Master Gardeners briefly worked with children at the Boys & Girls Club of El Dorado on Wednesday before it began …
Slots filled quickly at the first organizational meeting of 40 Days of Prayer for the 2018 schedule.
A national issue concerning industry and economic growth is a lack of workforce, which is directly affecting Union County, home to many industry businesses.
The South Arkansas Children’s Coalition has a number of events coming up including a softball tournament and their annual Razorback give-away fundraiser.
According to archive reports from various news sources, the first plane landing in Union County took place 100 years ago today.
Story time: Above, Richard Dunlap, a volunteer with Project South Military Ministry, reads “Fancy Nancy: Apples Galore!” to children at Barton Public Library o…
“Have you heard the good news?” is the first thing Judy Bowman asks when she meets people on her mission riding a bicycle across America.
Oak Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center celebrated its 50th anniversary earlier this year, and recently received four out of five stars on its overall Medi…
The Herstory workshop was targeted towards empowering black/African-American girls ages 13-18 and to challenging the common narratives that surround black woma…
Prosecuting Attorney John Thomas Shepherd updated Quorum Court Thursday on the issue of the vicious dog ordinance.
The Union County Jail was forced to evacuate all of their inmates to the recreation yard for a brief period Wednesday night after an electrical fire erupted in…
The Medical Center of South Arkansas’ Inpatient Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Therapy unit hosted an open house Wednesday showcasing education, tours an…
Marty Haggard, oldest son of Merle Haggard, will play at the El Dorado Conference Center Friday as part of his “Tribute to My Dad Tour.”
Open House: South Arkansas Developmental Center for Children and Families (SADCCF) held an open house Wednesday, educating the community on the services they p…