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SouthArkansasNow.Com was created in 2024 by longtime Arkansas media executives B.A. “Sandy” Sanford and Grant Merrill, who recognized the need for an online news outlet focusing on El Dorado, Camden, and all of South Arkansas.
With decades of experience in the operation of newspapers, radio stations, and electronic media, the duo not only has tailored SouthArkansasNow.Com to interact with the most cutting edge avenues of news consumption, but are also creating dynamic media campaigns focused on getting local businesses results.
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B.A. “Sandy” Sanford, Owner/Publisher
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(About Sandy)
Grant Merrill, Co-Owner/Director of Content
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(About Grant)
El Dorado City Council To Consider Baptist Health Lease
South Arkansas Braces for Continued Heat as Temperatures Climb Into Mid-90s
El Dorado Schools Offering Summer AR Lab for Elementary Students
Wesson Road Bridge Work Continues
SAU Instructor Selected For International Art Competition
El Dorado Food Truck Committee Proposes New Permit Fees, Enforcement Procedures
SARH President Addresses Restructuring
CITY OF EL DORADO FINED BY STATE
Multiple Explosions Reported At Wildcat Recycling
Funeral Arrangements Set For Former Parkers Chapel Superintendent
MURDER INVESTIGATION CONTINUES
Mary Dell Coleman, Strong
Doris Hayes, El Dorado
Doris Ann Hayes, 80, of El Dorado, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at her residence. She was born...
Mary Dell Coleman, Strong
Mary Dell Coleman, 81, of Strong, Arkansas passed from this life on Monday, June 1, 2026. Mary was born to...
Y’Vonne Owens, Shreveport
Y’vonne Owens, 95, of Shreveport, LA passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026. She was born on October 19, 1930...
John Gross, Parkers Chapel
John Edward Gross, 77, entered his eternal home in Heaven on May 28, 2026, where he was united with his...
Kerrien Williams, Junction City
Kerrien Lynn Williams, 58, of Junction City, Arkansas passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, in Junction City. She was a...
Calling the Hogs Event Draws Strong Crowd in El Dorado
EL DORADO, Ark. — Razorback fans and community supporters packed the First Financial Music Hall at the Murphy Arts District...
Magnolia High School Names New Baseball Coach
MAGNOLIA — The Magnolia School District has announced the promotion of Jacob Richardson as the new head baseball coach at...
Camden Fairview Head Baseball Coach Announces Departure
CAMDEN — Camden Fairview High School Head Baseball Coach and Head Golf Coach Austin May has announced he is stepping...
GAC Baseball, Softball Championships Set For This Weekend
Grant Merrill · Commissioner Will Prewitt – Great American Conference RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. — Championship season has arrived for the Great...
Muleriders Win Series At Harding
SEARCY, Ark. – The Southern Arkansas University Muleriders (21-15, 15-9 GAC) split their Friday doubleheader with the Harding University Bisons (19-16,...
Ideal Construction Holds Ground Breaking Ceremony for New El Dorado Expo Center
Ideal Construction held a groundbreaking ceremony today for the new Expo Center that will be built on AR 335 (Del...
CLEST Decertifies Two Former West Memphis Officers Following Hearings
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training concluded two days of scheduled hearing sessions...
Three Killed In Separate Accidents On Arkansas Roads
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas State Police are investigating three separate fatal crashes that claimed the lives of individuals in Little...
VIDEO: Osceola Police Chief Resigns After Reportedly Slapping Paraplegic Man
OSCEOLA, Ark. — The Osceola police chief has resigned less than two weeks after taking office following controversy surrounding an...
Russellville Legislator Launches Bid For Senate President
LITTLE ROCK – A longtime legislator from Russellville has launched a bid to become President of the Arkansas State Senate. Republican...
School Board Approves Bonuses and Raises
Archery Program Continues Statewide Success One of the night’s major recognitions centered around the district’s archery program. Scott Perry recognized...
El Dorado School Board Recognizes Students, Celebrates Academic Gains, Reviews District Business
EL DORADO — The El Dorado School District Board meeting opened with President Vicky Dobson calling the meeting to order,...
El Dorado School Board Approves Bonuses, New Buses, and Recognizes Outstanding Staff and Students
The El Dorado School Board met Monday night for its December meeting, approving a round of one-time Christmas bonuses for...
School Board Gives Honors and Commends FFA
El Dorado, AR—The El Dorado School District (ESD) continues to showcase its strength through student achievement, dynamic academic programs, and...
El Dorado School District Reviews Six-Year Facilities Plan, Recognizes Student Success, and Reports Academic Gains
El Dorado, AR: The El Dorado School Board convened for the monthly meeting to discuss the district’s 2026 Six-Year Master...
El Dorado School District Votes Down Alternative Calendar for 3rd Time
EL DORADO – The El Dorado School Board conducted a special-called meeting on Monday, September 22, 2025, to discuss two key...
