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The Carl Brewer Gym received a new floor honoring Former Dumas Coach Van Holt as the new The Coach Van Holt Court. The Dumas Bobcat Alumni Association spearheaded the idea at a School board meeting working to make it a reality. Under his leadership, the Bobcats reached the state finals in 1985, 1987, 1991, 1993, 1994, and 1995, capturing state championships in 1993 and 1994 and earning a state runner-up finish in 1995.

Coach Van Holt Court Honors a Legacy of Excellence at Dumas High School

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The Carl Brewer Gym received a new floor honoring Former Dumas Coach Van Holt as the new The Coach Van Holt Court. The Dumas Bobcat Alumni Association spearheaded the idea at a School board meeting working to make it a reality. Under his leadership, the Bobcats reached the state finals in 1985, 1987, 1991, 1993, 1994, and 1995, capturing state championships in 1993 and 1994 and earning a state runner-up finish in 1995.

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Old hunting shows lead to reminiscing about the days of cottontails
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Imagine sitting in your den on a chilly winter night with a crackling fire gently burning. Add to this setting, a big pot of stew, a pome of cornbread, and an old movie playing on the set. Perhaps your beloved retriever or bird dog is sleeping on the floor next to you dreaming of their next field excursion, only adding to the experience.
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The Dumas Youth Council is proud to announce that the Pioneers United has partnered with us to host our Fall Festival this Saturday at the Memorial Park from 5:00 pm-7:30 pm.🍁
We are still accepting donations to help make this event a success! Donations needed include: pumpkins (any size), hay bales, and monetary donations. Donations can be dropped off at City Hall, or you can contact Councilwoman Tironeka Brown at (870) 308-2706.
We are also still accepting food truck vendors, merchandise vendors, informational booths, and volunteers.🍂
We truly appreciate those who has already committed to donating, volunteering, or supporting this event in any way!! We’re looking forward to having a great time.

The Dumas Youth Council is proud to announce that the Pioneers United has partnered with us to host our Fall Festival this Saturday at the Memorial Park from 5:00 pm-7:30 pm.🍁 We are still accepting donations to help make this event a success! Donations needed include: pumpkins (any size), hay bales, and monetary donations. Donations can be dropped off at City Hall, or you can contact Councilwoman Tironeka Brown at (870) 308-2706. We are also still accepting food truck vendors, merchandise vendors, informational booths, and volunteers.🍂 We truly appreciate those who has already committed to donating, volunteering, or supporting this event in any way!! We’re looking forward to having a great time.

Dumas Youth Council to hold Fall Festival October 17

Sat,10/17/26-2:20AM, 90 Reads

The Dumas Youth Council is proud to announce that the Pioneers United has partnered with us to host our Fall Festival this Saturday at the Memorial Park from 5:00 pm-7:30 pm.

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Dumas, 71639, AR

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Feels Like: 65°F
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Humidity: 64%
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Wind Gust: 28 mph
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Dew Point: 43°F
Moon Rise: 1:43 PM
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Sunny, with a high near 69. North northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

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