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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 Petsense Closing
South Arkansas Anglers Stay in the Hunt After Strong Opening Day at Bassmaster Junior National Championship
Off The Back Porch – Episode 67
Union County Duo Chases National Bass Fishing Dream on Kentucky Lake
Community Mourns The Loss of Beloved Judge
El Dorado School District To Offer Free Breakfast, Elementary School Supplies
Local Doctor Suspended Over Rx Allegations
Community Mourns The Loss of Beloved Judge
Union County Data Center: The Facts
El Dorado Native and Arkansas Business Leader Emon Mahony Jr. Dies at 85
El Dorado Petsense Closing
El Dorado Business Leader Madison Murphy to Receive Statewide Leadership in Free Enterprise Award
William Robert King, El Dorado
William Robert “Bobby” King, 80, of El Dorado, Arkansas, entered his heavenly home on July 15th, 2026, leaving behind a...
William Johnson, Smackover
William Raymond “Bill” Johnson, 91, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, July 12,...
Emon Mahony, El Dorado
Emon Armstrong Mahony, Jr., 85, passed away peacefully at his home Thursday, July 9th. He was born May 5, 1941...
Patricia Arnold, Smackover
Patricia Anne (Pesnell) Arnold, known lovingly to all as Pat, passed away on June 11, 2026, at her home in...
Cora Lacefield, Spring TX
Cora Stelle Billingsley Claughton Lacefield, devoted educator, respected community leader, and beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away...
South Arkansas Anglers Stay in the Hunt After Strong Opening Day at Bassmaster Junior National Championship
KENTUCKY LAKE, TN – The first day of the Bassmaster Junior National Championship is in the books, and South Arkansas...
Union County Duo Chases National Bass Fishing Dream on Kentucky Lake
KENTUCKY LAKE, TN – On the eve of the biggest fishing tournament of their young lives, 12-year-old Ben Langley and...
SouthArk’s Kenner Lauterbach Earns NJCAA All-American Honors
EL DORADO, Ark. — South Arkansas College sophomore third baseman Kenner Lauterbach has been named an NJCAA Division II Baseball...
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...
Union County Data Center: The Facts
EL DORADO, AR — Representatives from Paradox Data LLC opened the doors of their Industrial Road facility to Union County...
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...
El Dorado Students Shine on National Stage as District Reports Continued Staffing Momentum
EL DORADO, AR — The El Dorado School Board convened on Monday, July 13, 2026, for a meeting that balanced...
El Dorado City Council Highlights: Local Achievements, Economic Development, and Infrastructure Updates
EL DORADO, AR – The El Dorado City Council convened on July 9, 2026, for a session defined by its...
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...
