The 2nd Annual Stone Skipping Championship was held this past Saturday at the Fairfield Bay Marina. The contest is a fund raiser for local food bank.s This year, a little over $3,000 was raised for 3 area Food Banks, Clinton, Choctaw and Greers Ferry. Alex Thayer, event coordinator said “thank you … [Read more...]

It’s that time again. The VFW Auxiliary is collecting good clothing to take down to the North Little Rock VA hospital for needy veterans. The clothing must be clean and in good condition with no rips or stains. We especially need coats, jackets and warm clothing for the winter. Shoes, in all sizes, … [Read more...]

Dear Editor: My name is Tanya Gardner. I am a long time resident of Shirley and attended school here. I have read a lot of negative things about Shirley Public Schools on Social Media and in local papers and I would like the opportunity to voice my opinion. My kids are having an amazing school … [Read more...]

by Chris Waring We have all heard the commercials on the wearing of seat belts and how they save lives. While last week while on vacation in Michigan I got to see how they work firsthand. While driving down the expressway in Grand Rapids at 70 MPH I got hit by a merging dump truck (essentially a … [Read more...]

On August 30th, 2017, Deputies from the Van Buren County Sheriff's during a traffic stop found 19 year old Richard Warren Hall of Clinton to be in possession illegal drugs, and paraphernalia. Hall was arrested in a driveway in Barrens Community. Hall was charged with a misdemeanor Possession of a … [Read more...]

No matter what your age or experience your journey will begin here… so come and rejuvenate your soul. Open the door to all of your senses by re-connecting with nature and just plain get away. Learn the things you’ve just dreamed of trying, or expand your knowledge of an already beloved past … [Read more...]

Paddle Battle and Boati Gras, Sat Sept 16th Two awesome Festivals in One Day! Looking for ideas on how to spend a fantastic day in the Bay? Look no further - we've got a full day planned for you! Come join in the fun on Saturday, September 16th as Fairfield Bay hosts TWO of its signature events … [Read more...]

On 8-31-2017, the Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the Batesville Police Department in reference to a deceased person call. Investigators from the Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office responded, and through the course of investigation determined that the person, later identified as … [Read more...]

We are getting ready to begin winterizing our Community Club Pools. This year Hamilton Cove will close after Labor Day and will be our first pool to close. Mountain Ranch will close after Sept. 15th and Bayview Pool will close after Sept. 30th. This gives everyone a little extra time to sit by the … [Read more...]