October 28, 2026
News
Soybean & Cotton HarvestNear Completion
Low River and Low Prices Hit Southern Farmers HardestBy Mary Hightower, University of Arkansas Division of AgricultureWhile drought has sped Arkansas’ harvests this fall, it could slow grain exports through the lower Mississippi River. “Fortunately for us, our harvest is about done,” said Scott Stiles, extension economics program associate for the University of Arkansas Division…
Community
Major Parks Project Along Old Railroad Lines Nearing Completion
Delta Heritage Trail Could Provide Fun Outings for Chicot County ResidentsBy Sarah StaggA project that converts old railroad tracks to bike trails is less than a year from completion. Called “The Delta Heritage Trail”, its Southeast Arkansas access starts in Arkansas City and extends nearly 90 miles to Lexa, Arkansas. A presentation at a McGehee…
Sports
Thursday Night Lights
Crossett Riding Club Hosts Weekly Rides Open to PublicBy Sarah StaggThe Crossett Riding Club (CRC) is inviting everyone near and far as it brings back…
Lifestyle
Sunny Side Up
A Column From Italians of Sunnyside Foundationitaliansofsunnyside@gmail.comCiao Amici (Hello Friends)! Benvenuti (Welcome)! America’s first Italian colony was not in New York, or Chicago, or anywhere…