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Dumas High School Senior Night honors basketball seniors
Laura Love Goodson Leek 1961-2026

Laura Love Goodson Leek, 64, of McGehee, AR, passed away on February 10, 2026. She was born on September 19 . . .

Broughton hits 1,500 career points

LadyCat Star Reaches Historic Milestone as Dumas Continues Championship Run DUMAS, Ark. — History was made at Dumas High School . . .

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According to the Desha County Sheriff's Office, On Thursday, February 12th at 4:49 p.m. Desha County Deputies were dispatched to . . .

Ruling is more than about tariffs

Ever since Donald Trump returned to the presidency last year, it became increasingly worrisome whether anyone in the government would . . .

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    Dumas Defeats McGehee 59–54 in Rivalry Showdown

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    Dumas High School students and staff colored a butterfly tribute in honor of the memory of Mrs. Laura Leek, a beloved memory of the school community. Participants were invited to color butterflies and write personal notes or cherished memories on the back. The butterflies have been displayed in the hallway as a visual memorial. The butterflies will be presented to the family later The tribute represents the lasting impact Mrs. Leek had on our students and staff. The butterflies symbolize transformation, hope and the way she influence continues to guide and inspire us.

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    Laura Love Goodson Leek 1961-2026

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    Laura Love Goodson Leek, 64, of McGehee, AR, passed away on February 10, 2026. She was born on September 19, 1961 to the late Larry and Betty Love.

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    Kendri Broughton is the daughter of Karen Garcia and Martel Broughton. She was escorted by her family. Her school activities include Student Council , Spanish Club, FBLA president and National Honor Society. After high school, she will attend Arkansas Tech University where she plans to play college basketball, grow spiritually and work toward becoming a pediatrician.
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    Alexis Gibson is the daughter of Denise Johnson and Brian Calvin. She was escorted by her mom, Denise Johnson, and grandmother, Bobbie Gibson. Her school activities and clubs are Student Council , Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, Spanish Club, and FBLA. She plans to attend the University of Central Arkansas to pursue a career as a physical therapist.
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    Amauri Johnson is the daughter of Leslie Mosby. She was escorted by her family. Her school activities include basketball, Art Club, and Dream Keepers. She plans on attending UALR or UCA to study nursing.
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    Kenya Johnson is the daughter of Shakeena McDonald. She was escorted by Shakeena McDonald and Adonis James. Her school activity is Student Council . She plans on attending trade school to become a welder.
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    Sha'Kyla McCarrell is a the daughter of Barbara Moore and Rickey McCarrell. She was escorted by her mother, Barbara Moore; Sister, La'Rohonda Love and and Nephew, Si'Quori Love. Her school activities include Spanish Club, National Honor Society and track. She plans on attending Henderson State University for engineering and going into the military.
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    Jadyn Slater is the daughter of Jeanisha Madden. She was escorted by Jeanisha Madden and Corey McNeal. Her school activities include Mu Alpha Theta, Student Council , NHS, basketball, cheer and track. She plans on attending UCA majoring in nursing.
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    Brishanna Watkins is the daughter of Ruthie Tucker and Brian Watkins. She was escorted by her parents. Her school activities include basketball, tennis, track, softball, NHS, and Student Council . She is planning on going to UALR to major in pre-nursing and to be a traveling nurse.
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    Da'Shawn Norah is the son of April Stennis and Kevin Norah. He was escorted by his family. His school activities include Boys to Men, basketball and football. He plans on attending college and playing football.
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    Marcus Kilgore is the son of Erika Duncan. He was Escorted by his family. His school activities include basketball, football, band, Boys to Men and Dream Keepers. He plans on attending Arkansas Tech University to continue an athletic career in football and to earn a degree in Kinesiology to become a coach.
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    Camden Jackson is the daughter of Sheree Jackson and Patrick Fitzgerald. She was escorted by her family. Her school activities include cheer captain, FBLA, EAST, Spanish Club, Mu Alpha Theta president, NHS vice president, Student Council , yearbook and class president. She plans on attending Alcorn State University in Mississippi majoring in Business Marketing.
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    Taurianna Jackson is the daughter of LaShaundria Johnson and Taurean Jackson. She was escorted by her mom and sister. Her school activities include Student Council , NHS, MAT, Spanish Club, Baking Club, band, color guard, cheer and tennis. She plans to attend UAMS to become a dental hygienist.
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    Alaja James is the daughter of Derrick and Qwentina James. She was escorted by her mother. Her School activities include are cheerleading and yearbook. She plans on attending ASU and majoring in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
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    Kiera Jones is the daughter of Shalaunda Briscoe and Quincy Jones. She was escorted by her parents. Her school activities include cheer, MAT, NHS, FBLA, Student Council and Spanish Club.
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    JaQuala Davis is the daughter of Shanta Scott and Henry Davis. She is escorted by her family. Her School activities include MAT, Art Club and Dream Keepers. She plans on attending college for nursing and cosmetology.
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    Amya Mason is the daughter of Shemela Thomas and Laron Mason. She is escorted by her family. Her school activities include track, FBLA and Sisterhood. She plans on attending cosmetology school.
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    Ca'liyah Mosby is the daughter of Quita Bailey. She was escorted by her family. Her school activities include Senior Class President, Spanish Club, Construction Club, Student Council, MAT, and FBLA. She plans on attending college to become a civil engineer.

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    Broughton hits 1,500 career points

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