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Dumas Clarion

The First NaturalState Bank unveiled their new location with a ribbon cutting for their newly renovated location on 703 Meador Drive Thursday, April 2, 2026.
FNSB converted a former dentist office to include teller's windows, drive through window, seating area, office space, ATM, and more. The office features photographs of local Dumas and County locations including Newswangers and the Pendleton Bridge. The FNSB also served refreshments of Barbecue, hot dogs, chips and water.

FNSB Unveils Newly Renovated Branch on Meador Drive

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Linda Weatherford Announces Candidacy for Mayor of Dumas

DUMAS, Ark. — Linda Weatherford has announced her candidacy for Mayor of the City of Dumas, citing her long-standing commitment . . .

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April 3, 2026 BENTON, Ark. — The Arkansas Division on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (ADLEST) is proud to recognize . . .

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An ounce of prevention
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Thu,04/16/26-4:20PM , 55 Reads 2,250 Statewide
Benjamin Franklin said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Bigger Pie Forum says, “Billions of prevention is worth trillions of cure.”
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J&A Beauty welcomed to Dumas Main Street
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Mon,04/13/26-7:01AM , 382 Reads
A new beauty business is bringing fresh energy to downtown Dumas as J&A Beauty, owned by Kayla Joyner, officially opened its doors with a ribbon-cutting celebration surrounded by family, friends, and community supporters.
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DUMAS, Ark. — Linda Weatherford has announced her candidacy for Mayor of the City of Dumas, citing her long-standing commitment to the community and a desire to build on its strengths while addressing key challenges.
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Dumas, 71639, AR

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76°F

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Max Temp: 85°F
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