The Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s third annual “Free Tree Fridays” campaign resulted in the distribution of 10,000 trees during 28 events held across the state each Friday from March 17 through April 28.
The Greater Columbia County Alzheimer's Support Group will meet at noon, Wednesday, May 31 at Lelia Enrichment Complex, 600 Lelia St.
COLLEGE PARK, MD — For students interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, the SeaPerch Challenge is an opportunity to practice these skills through building and piloting an underwater robot. Three Arkansas 4-H teams tested their remotely operated vehicles at the Interna…
Columbia County Master Gardeners will have their annual Plant Sale on Friday and Saturday at the Magnolia Blossom Festival.
South Arkansas Heritage Museum will host a book signing with Ken Stonecipher for his "Magnolia Matriarchs" cookbook from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20.
Monday is the deadline to sign up youths for the Boys and Girls Club Kids Summer Camp.
Magnolia High School will have juniors Khadija Karim and Caroline Daniel participate in the 80th Session of the American Legion Auxiliary Arkansas Girls State.
Columbia County 4-H member Dawson Dooly has been recognized as an Arkansas 4-H Teen Star for his outstanding achievement in 4-H projects and activities, leadership, and community service.
Albemarle Corporation has donated a 2010 passenger van to the Boys & Girls Club of Magnolia.
Central Arkansas Development Council will distribute USDA commodities in Magnolia on Thursday, May 18 and Friday, May 19.
McNeil Lodge 440 F&AM had its stated monthly meeting on Tuesday night, May 4.
The HEALTH Coalition of Columbia County will present its 7th Annual Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, May 19 at the Columbia County Courthouse lawn.
The newest historical exhibit at South Arkansas Heritage Museum is entitled “Old Area General Stores” and displays the museum’s artifacts showing the huge variety of items sold at mercantiles in South Arkansas.
Maggie McDonald of the Magnolia FFA chapter received two awards during the 96th Arkansas State FFA Convention: The 2023 STAR in Agribusiness Award, and the 2023 Arkansas FFA Agricultural Services Proficiency Award.
The Magnolia Farmer’s Market is seeking volunteers to start a “farmer’s market council.”
The Union County Master Gardeners will hold its annual Spring Plant Sale from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 6 at the Farmers Market in the Murphy Arts District.
While it is commonplace for non-profits to have one, two or even many multiple fundraising events every year, the 40-year-old Southwest Arkansas Counseling and Mental Health Center, Inc., has no such record.
The Rotary Club of Magnolia sponsored six Columbia County students at the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), held April 13-16 at the Vines 4-H Center in Little Rock.
LONOK — The sound of 38,000 peeping chicks filled the air at the Lonoke County Fairgrounds on April 12 as the birds awaited their distribution to more than 2,000 youth across Arkansas.
Teams are invited to sign up for the Boys and Girls Club of Magnolia Golf Tournament, Friday, June 16 at the Magnolia Country Club.
The Magnolia Quota Club recently presented checks to The Caring Place and the Magnolia Arts Center.
The Columbia County Non-profit Day of Giving will be from 1-7 p.m. today at the Magnolia Arts Center, 116 S. Washington.
The Mount Pisgah Methodist Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023 at the Mount Pisgah Methodist Church.
The Easter weather prediction for Emerson where Noxube Cemetery is located may start off overcast, but the future for this cemetery tucked off County Road 44 is now brighter than the past.
Magnolia Specialized Services will have its annual steak dinner fundraiser on Thursday.
A pickleball doubles tournament in El Dorado on April 29-30 will raise money for the CASA program in Columbia and Union counties.
The Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority will hold a March of Dimes 5K Run & Walk on Saturday, April 15 along Southern Arkansas University’s Farm Road.
South Arkansas properties are being considered for the Arkansas Register of Historic Places.
Arkansas Farm Bureau Foundation is partnering with Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry (AHFH), with an initial gift of $25,000 that could triple with contributions from others.
The Magnolia Quota Club is sponsoring a pulled pork sandwich lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, April 14.
Tax preparation assistance for low-to-moderate income families is available through the Central Arkansas Development Council.
The State of Arkansas announced a new partnership between nearly 30 organizations who will work together to bring a focused approach to recruiting and supporting foster parents.
Those who want to help area victims of domestic violence and sexual assault can mark their calendars for Saturday, June 10 to participate in the Fifth Annual Pedals for Compassion Ride.
SAU Tech Adult Education Center of Columbia County will host a “Spring Fling” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 29.
The Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas is implementing a new application process for 2024 grant recipients aimed at simplifying the process and expanding funding opportunities for nonprofit and community organizations around the state.
The blessing of Magnolia’s Safe Haven Baby Box will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Magnolia Fire Department located at 206 N. Jackson.
The Magnolia Junior Charity League is collecting socks, undershirts, and underwear through March as part of its Undie Sunday campaign.
Did you know that three in 10 Arkansans are losing $25,000 over their working lifetime?
The furry friends at Columbia County Animal Protection Society need lots of love, but they also need food and a roof over their heads.
ASHDOWN — Hundreds of farmers, growers and home gardeners gathered at Cossatot Community College for the Well Rooted Homesteading Conference, to hear experts lead workshops focused on sustainable living and ask questions about managing their own self-
The Columbia County Library Board will be meeting 5 p.m. Monday, February 27 in the board room.
The Columbia County Conservation District will have its annual tree give-away at 8 a.m. Saturday, February 25.
The Howard County Historical Society was awarded $2,500 for operating expenses and utilities this week by the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism.
Preserve Arkansas needs the public’s help to identify endangered historic places for the 2023 Most Endangered Places List.
The start of a new year often includes resolutions to develop better exercise habits and improve physical health. Walk Across Arkansas, an eight-week, group-based exercise program supported by the Cooperative Extension Service, is designed to help Arkansans get moving.
Central Arkansas Development Council will distribute USDA commodities in Magnolia on Thursday, February 16, and Friday, February 17, in Magnolia.
The Boys and Girls Club of Magnolia will have its steak dinner from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, March 2 with pick-up at the club.
Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation, in partnership with Arkansas Community Foundation, is awarding grants to programs that benefit African American or underserved populations in Arkansas.
The Caring Place and the Area Agency on Aging are honoring Alzheimer’s Awareness Day on Wednesday, February 15.
Methodist Family Health Foundation has a way for Arkansans to honor the Lenten season by contributing to Arkansas’ children and
Scholarships are now available for eligible Arkansas students through Arkansas Community Foundation.
