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UAM Spring Commencement to be held May 8

UAM will hold its spring commencement exercises on Friday, May 8, in the Steelman Field House. Commencement will be split . . .

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State of Arkansas House of Representatives Weekly Column

The House wrapped up the third week of the 2026 Fiscal Session, and we expect to complete our work next . . .

Meet Alicia Jones and Samantha Clanton, two of the friendly faces that make our hospital so special.
Alicia works in housekeeping and is always the first to step in and help wherever she’s needed. She goes above and beyond for both patients and coworkers, and her kindness truly stands out. There’s honestly not a single person who doesn’t love Alicia.
Samantha is part of our lab team and works as an MLS. She’s incredibly creative, so sweet, and brings a fun, competitive energy to her team. She’s someone everyone enjoys being around, and her team absolutely loves her.
DMH so grateful for both of them and the way they show up for our patients and each other every day

Delta Memorial Hospital Employee Spotlight

A cautionary tale about a state-run city

Sometimes a short street tells a long story. That is what I came away thinking after sitting down with Gerald . . .

All State: Jordyn Jones, senior trumpet player, made the All State Concert Band and was awarded the chance to play in the All State Orchestra in Hot Springs

Dumas School District Band Program Recognized for Excellence in 2025–2026

Published April 22, 2026 The Dumas School District Band program is proud to announce its award-winning 2025–2026 semester. The band’s . . .

Meet Alicia Jones and Samantha Clanton, two of the friendly faces that make our hospital so special.
Alicia works in housekeeping and is always the first to step in and help wherever she’s needed. She goes above and beyond for both patients and coworkers, and her kindness truly stands out. There’s honestly not a single person who doesn’t love Alicia.
Samantha is part of our lab team and works as an MLS. She’s incredibly creative, so sweet, and brings a fun, competitive energy to her team. She’s someone everyone enjoys being around, and her team absolutely loves her.
DMH so grateful for both of them and the way they show up for our patients and each other every day

All State: Jordyn Jones, senior trumpet player, made the All State Concert Band and was awarded the chance to play in the All State Orchestra in Hot Springs

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Donna Terrell’s Warrior Lodge Opens at Jefferson Regional, Offering Free Lodging for Cancer Patients and Caregivers
Thu,04/30/26-12:11PM , 68 Reads
Pine Bluff, Arkansas — A new chapter of compassion and care begins with the opening of Donna Terrell’s Warrior Lodge at Jefferson Regional, providing a safe, comfortable, and cost-free place to stay for cancer patients and their caregivers traveling long distances for treatment at the Jefferson Regional Jones Dunklin Cancer Center.
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Tornado watch issued until
Tue,04/28/26-2:36PM , 153 Reads 17,790 Statewide
The National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center has issued a tornado watch for portions of Northeast Louisiana Central and Southern Mississippi for Tuesday, April 28, from 1:55 to 10 p.m.
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Mixing It Up With Taralou
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Thu,04/30/26-11:03AM , 87 Reads
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1 unbaked pie shell
1 1/2 cup sugar
3 tbls flour
1-1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp kosher salt
3 eggs
5 tbls butter
1 cup buttermilk
1 tbls rum
1 tsp vanilla
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UAM Spring Commencement to be held May 8
Thu,04/30/26-10:00AM , 73 Reads
UAM will hold its spring commencement exercises on Friday, May 8, in the Steelman Field House.
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Dumas Founders Day Volunteers and the Dumas EMS take a photo with the Pafford Crew. Attendees toured the craft during its visit in Dumas.

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Dumas Founders Day Volunteers and the Dumas EMS take a photo with the Pafford Crew. Attendees toured the craft during its visit in Dumas.

Sack races

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Children have a soapy good time at one of the two foam parties held at the 3rd Annua Dumas Founders Day. April 25. The fun-family event had a variety of activities and entertainment for festival goers.

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Children have a soapy good time at one of the two foam parties held at the 3rd Annua Dumas Founders Day. April 25. The fun-family event had a variety of activities and entertainment for festival goers.

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Alazanas Mexicanas Ballet Folklorico: Adela Nava, Nitze Chable, Aritzi Chable, Maricella Lugo, and Kimberly.

Alazanas Mexicanas Ballet Folklorico

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Desirea Wilson hands our books sponsored by Save the Children.

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Desirea Wilson hands our books sponsored by Save the Children.

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Dumas Celebrates Heritage and Community at 3rd Annual Founders Day

Thu,04/30/26-8:17PM, 61 Reads

DUMAS — The 3rd Annual Founders Day Festival brought the community together on Main Street April 25, offering a full day of family-friendly activities, live entertainment, food, and local vendors.

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Who makes the best burger in Dumas, AR that is not a chain restaurant?

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If you had to listen to only one genre of music for the rest of life, which would you prefer?

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Today's Weather

Dumas, 71639, AR

Current Temp

56°F

Mostly Cloudy

Chance of Rain: 30%
Max Temp: 67°F
Min Temp: 56°F
Feels Like: 51°F
Dew Point: 52°F
Humidity: 80%
Sunrise: 6:16 AM
Sunset: 7:49 PM

Wind Speed: 5 to 10 mph
Wind Direction: NE
Wind Gust: 12 mph
Sky Cover: 89%
Visibility: 0 mi
Dew Point: 52°F
Moon Rise: 8:11 PM
Moon Set: 5:53 AM

A chance of rain showers after 10am. Cloudy, with a high near 67. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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