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Arkansas Game & Fish Commission names Officer of the Year award winner
Arkansas Game & Fish Commission Honors Exceptional Service. The Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (AGFC) has announced the winner of the Officer of the Year award. This prestigious recognition goes to David Bennett, a dedicated Game Warden from Wynne in Drew County. On August 13, 2024, Bennett was awarded not one, but two esteemed titles: the Waterfowl Game Warden of the Year and the Mississippi Flyway Waterfowl Protection Officer of the Year. These achievements highlight the AGFC’s commitment to acknowledging the efforts of its exceptional officers and promoting outstanding service in the field of conservation.
Colt Community Development Corporation gearing up for 32nd annual Pioneer Day
COLT — The Colt Community Development Corporation will hold its 32nd annual Colt Pioneer Day on Saturday, Sept. 14, on the lawn of the William Stone House in Colt. The hours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be gospel singing by local musicians and historical exhibits,...
Walk Across Arkansas kicks off September 9 in Cross County
WYNNE — The Walk Across America campaign will be held in Arkansas in September and that includes Cross County. “We’re not just focusing on walking, any physical activity. So if you’re out in the garden, that counts,” said Mattie Ricker, Family and Consumer Science Agent for the Cross County Extension Office in Wynne. “Cross County has a 73% obesity rate and the State of Arkansas is 71%. I kind of started there and said let’s get under the state percentage because we don’t want to be above it.
Wynne City Council votes to add office manager for fire department
WYNNE — The Wynne Fire Department will be adding an officer manager position following a vote last night by the Wynne City Council. Fire Chief Kory Ward said the department has never had a secretary, but there is a need for one following the retirement of building inspector Chris Damron. Ward said the building inspector has always handled office work as well as on-site visits.
Three County Fair to feature second annual Speed Show, and Arkansas Queen class Sept. 14
WYNNE — The Three County Fair will host the second annual Speed Show and Arkansas Queen class on Saturday, Sept. 14, in Wynne. The event will be held at the Wynne Saddle Club arena at the Wynne Sports Complex. The queen class will begin at 10 a.m. and is for contestants between the ages of 5 and 21 years old.
Wastewater treatment plant rebuild remains on schedule
WYNNE — The rebuild of the wastewater treatment plant remains on schedule despite some changes to the construction plans. Wynne Water Utilities general manager Blake Marotti updated Wynne City Council members on the project this week. “We’re still working on all the processing equipment, getting all that spec’d,” Marotti...
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