Eldorado News-Times

CASA volunteer goes from foster parent to advocate For Susan Tolin, becoming a volunteer for the 13th Judicial District South Court Appointed Special Advocates, or CASA, was simply a way to give back to an organization that had helped her own family. by Madeleine Leroux 6 mins. ago

El Dorado School District to start producing podcast Starting in January, the El Dorado School district will have a new communication method. by Michael Shine 6 mins. ago

Dirty Dozen Brass Band to ring in the New Year at MAD The Dirty Dozen Brass Band will be ringing in the New Year at the Murphy Arts District, as part of the district’s New Year’s Eve event. by Kaitlyn Rigdon 6 mins. ago

Former MAD employee drops civil suit Brian M. Givens, former vice president of entertainment/talent relations at the Murphy Arts District, has dropped a civil suit he filed last month against El Dorado Festivals and Events, Inc. by Caitlan Butler 6 mins. ago

Missed free throws, lack of energy hurt Hogs FAYETTEVILLE - The baker’s dozen or so NBA scouts attending last Saturday’s game at Walton Arena did not cook Arkansas’ goose. by Nate Allen 6 mins. ago

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Gunman kills 4, then himself, after Mass at Brazil cathedral RIO DE JANEIRO — A man opened fire in a cathedral in southern Brazil after Mass on Tuesday, killing four and leaving four others injured before taking a bullet in the ribs in a firefight with police and then shooting himself in the head, authorities said. by The Associated Press

VIDEO: Trump argues with Dem leaders, threatens government shutdown during heated White House meeting Arguing heatedly in public with Democratic leaders, President Donald Trump threatened repeatedly on Tuesday to shut down the government if Congress doesn't provide the money he says is needed to build a wall at the Mexican border. He insisted the military can build it if Democrats won't vote for the funding. by The Associated Press

Jury recommends life in prison for man who rammed crowd CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — A jury recommended life plus 419 years on Tuesday for a man convicted of killing a woman and injuring dozens when he drove his car into counterprotesters at a white nationalist rally in Virginia. by The Associated Press 15 hrs. ago

Local News

El Dorado School District to start producing podcast Starting in January, the El Dorado School district will have a new communication method. by Michael Shine 6 mins. ago

State News

El Dorado School District to start producing podcast Starting in January, the El Dorado School district will have a new communication method. by Michael Shine 6 mins. ago

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Christmasville in El Dorado

Through Your Lens - Dec. 9, 2018

Sports

Bucks garner accolades Smackover’s first season under coach Brian Brown was a successful one, as the Bucks captured the 5-3A title and reached the state quarterfinals. by News-Times Staff 6 mins. ago

Living

For comfort and energy savings, address those drafty windows There are plenty of reasons to fix or replace windows, but wintry temperatures push many homeowners to get the job done. by The Associated Press

Walking in a winter wonderland Walking into Kay and Paul Smith’s Christmasville, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sights. by Caitlan Butler

Religion

From the Pulpit Ancient Words: The Spirit of Christmas

In the Churches, 12-08-18 Galilee Baptist Church: Will be having a Children’s Musical titled “Cray, Busy, Peaceful, Holy Night at 11 a.m. tomorrow at 117 Galilee Road. The public is invited to attend.

Business

GM fights government to retain tax credit for electric cars WASHINGTON (AP) — General Motors is fighting to retain a valuable tax credit for electric vehicles as the nation's largest automaker contends with the political fallout triggered by its plans to shutter several U.S. factories and shed thousands of workers. by The Associated Press

OPEC delays oil output decision pending Russia talks VIENNA (AP) — OPEC countries hoping to support the price of oil put off their decision Thursday on how much to reduce oil production until they negotiate with ally Russia on Friday on how much it will contribute to the cut. by The Associated Press