Come learn about the history of the town of Bauxite. Steve Perdue will speak about it at the monthly meeting of the Saline County History and Heritage Society. Read more below This will be on Thursday, July 11th beginning at 7:00 p.m. Get there early to get a good seat. The address is 123 North […]
The Olympic Trials Have Bekka Carrying a Torch
Every 4 years the top athletes from across the United States gather to duke it out and determine the best of the best. Days, weeks, months, and years of training all coming together for each athlete to compete for the Summer Olympic Games, also known as the Games of the Olympiad. But, it’s not […]
Bekka Shares this Weeks Sports Highlights from Her Personal Replay Booth
It’s been a busy week in the Wide World of Sports this week. As such, I couldn’t decide on just one thing to share and decided to hit the highlight reel for a week’s worth of ICYMI from my personal replay booth. Be sure to drop me a note in the comments if I missed […]
Arkansas teams take Gold and Silver at Senior Olympics Basketball Tournament
You’ll see some familiar faces from Saline County in these winning teams. The Arkansas Green Diamonds (AROK) recently showcased their basketball skills at the Mississippi and Arkansas Senior Olympics Basketball Tournament. They competed in three different age division from 50-64. The 55’s team brought home the Bronze medal in Mississippi, while the 60’s team achieved […]
Obituary – Garry Steven “Steve” Spickard, 1955 Oct 10 – 2024 Jun 16
Our much loved father and brother, Garry Steven “Steve” Spickard, 68, of Sheridan, passed from this world Sunday, June 16, 2024. He was the son of Owen & Lexie Spickard, born October 10, 1955. Steve and his twin sister Debbie were the first twins born at Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton, Arkansas. He is survived […]
Local first responders performing exercises for active shooter situation at schools, June 17-28
First responder agencies will have a large presence around Bauxite Schools from June 17-28th, according to the Saline County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO). They say you shouldn’t be alarmed, since they will be conducting active shooter training on those days. This will involve the SCSO, along with local Police and Fire Departments, and Emergency Medical Services. […]
LOL Takes One Time Shift to Tuesday June 18th for Monthly Luncheon
The local networking group, Ladies Out Lunching – LOL for short – will host their June Luncheon at Niecy’s on TUESDAY, June 18th from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. During the summer months they are also collecting non-perishable food items to share with local food pantries. In an effort to learn more about group members […]
It’s a Dad Thing…
Happy Dad Month! Since we had a shout out to all the Sports Moms out their carrying the load on Mother’s Day I felt like it was only fitting to take a little time to praise the carrier of gym bags, the hurler of praise and insults alike, the little league coaching, high five giving, […]
Bekka goes on defense with Keyboard Warriors attacking athletes
Let’s go ahead and admit it. If you aren’t guilty of actually sending it, you have at least typed out a scathing comeback, tell off narrative, review, etc. and deleted it deciding those words were better left unshared. This week’s article is dedicated to the Keyboard Warriors. I’m not going to sit here and say […]
How the Ball Bounces with Bekka: WNB-A-YYYY
As an old school baller I have to admit that it makes my heart happy to finally see the WNBA getting some attention. There have been a long line of female Basketball athletes who have laid the foundation for the success that the ladies are enjoying today, but, until recently, the women’s professional game has […]
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