Eldorado News-Times

Aging sewer line replaced for Barton Public Library The Barton Public Library is having work done this week to fix a plumbing issue it’s been experiencing over the last few months due to continuing breaks in the line. by Michael Shine 23 hrs. ago

Camden Police look for man in suspected double homicide Jory Worthen, 23, of Camden is wanted by investigators for questioning in relation to the death of Alyssa Cannon and her 4-year-old son. 1 day ago

Shooting in Strong leaves property damage A shooting took place in Strong over the weekend, damaging multiple vehicles but leaving no people injured. by Caitlan Butler 23 hrs. ago

Teen arrested for alleged burglaries following fire at local apartment complex An El Dorado boy was arrested early Tuesday morning on burglary and theft charges after three burglaries were reported in the same apartment complex following a fire that damaged several apartments. by Tia Lyons 23 hrs. ago

Frazier excited about return to Smackover Makara Frazier is making a rather unique jump into the coaching ranks. by Jason Avery 23 hrs. ago

Latest News

Judge stays order on Arkansas campaign fundraising blackout LITTLE ROCK (AP) — A federal judge has halted his order blocking Arkansas from enforcing a law that prevents candidates for state office from accepting campaign contributions more than two years before an election.

Third Arkansas medical marijuana dispensary approved to open LITTLE ROCK (AP) — A third medical marijuana dispensary has been approved to open in Arkansas.

5 hospitalized after cleaning product spill at Tyson plant SPRINGDALE (AP) — Several employees have been sent to a hospital after a cleaning agent was spilled at a Tyson Foods poultry plant in northwest Arkansas.

Local News

UAM announces efforts to assist dislocated workers at leadership roundtable The University of Arkansas at Monticello announced plans to assist dislocated workers at a leadership roundtable held at its technical campus in Crossett Monday. by Special to the News-Times

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Frazier excited about return to Smackover Makara Frazier is making a rather unique jump into the coaching ranks. by Jason Avery

Van Horn excited about 2020 pitching staff FAYETTEVILLE — University of Arkansas baseball Coach Dave Van Horn spent some time at his season wrap news conference Monday sizing up the Razorbacks’ pitching plans for 2020. by Tom Murphy

Living

Meet the News-Times Staff: Courtney Christie This week, we say hello to Courtney Jo Christie, legals/callback clerk in advertising.

SouthArk graduate reflects on upbringing and goals at SAU With an effortless smile indicating his grounded attitude and a thoughtful, scientific perspective, Jonathan Harbour makes gardening through home school to graduating at the top of his class look easy. by Caitlan Butler

Religion

In the Churches, 06-22-19 Curry Chapel AME Church will be holding Bible Camp Tuesday-July 25 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., camp days are Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday of each week. Registration fee is $10 per child. For more information please contact Jovon Smith (870) 797*2638 0r 951-0121.

From the pulpit, 06-22-19 Ancient Words: Heroes of Renown, King James

Business

Major oil companies commit to carbon pricing at Vatican VATICAN CITY (AP) — Some of the world's major oil producers committed Friday to supporting "economically meaningful" carbon pricing regimes after a Vatican climate summit and a personal appeal from Pope Francis to avoid "perpetrating a brutal act of injustice" against the poor and future generations. by The Associated Press

Not to be outdone, Tyson enters plant-based meat market The fast-growing market for meat alternatives has a surprising new player: Tyson Foods. by The Associated Press