EL DORADO – The El Dorado-Union County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony for the city’s newest coffee destination, 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee, on Wednesday, May 8, 2025, at 10 a.m. The event will take place at the new location at 2100 N. West Avenue and is open to the public.

Founded in Rogers, Arkansas, in 2017, 7 Brew has quickly become one of the fastest-growing drive-thru coffee chains in the nation. Known for its energetic service and expansive menu of over 20,000 customizable drink combinations, 7 Brew offers a unique coffee experience designed for speed, friendliness, and flavor.

The company was launched with a mission to “cultivate kindness” through both customer service and community involvement. With locations now spread across multiple states, 7 Brew continues to grow through a combination of franchising and corporate stores, all built around its signature double-lane drive-thru model.

The grand opening will feature a formal ribbon cutting, and local officials and community members are encouraged to attend and support the launch. The event will highlight 7 Brew’s arrival as part of El Dorado’s ongoing commercial growth.

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For more information on the event, contact the El Dorado-Union County Chamber of Commerce.

EL DORADO — The El Dorado School District is asking parents, students, and community members to participate in a Comprehensive Needs Assessment Survey as part of an effort to shape the future of local education.

The survey is designed to gather feedback on the district’s strengths, priorities, and areas for improvement. Responses will help inform decisions on programs, resources, and planning for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year.

District officials say the input collected from the community will be vital in identifying key areas for academic and operational growth. The survey is open now and will remain available through Friday, May 9, 2025.

“We want to ensure every voice is heard,” the district shared in a public message. “Your feedback plays an essential role in helping us improve and build a stronger educational environment for all students.”

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The survey is available online and can be accessed by clicking here.

Community members are encouraged to complete the survey as soon as possible to ensure their voices are included in the district’s planning process.

EL DORADO – The 2025 El Dorado Safety Conference will be held Thursday, April 24, at South Arkansas Community College’s East Campus, bringing together safety professionals, employees, and business leaders for a full day of training focused on reducing workplace injuries and illnesses.

Organized by the South Arkansas Safety Advisory Group in partnership with the Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing and the U.S. Department of Labor, the conference aims to enhance workplace hazard recognition and promote a stronger culture of safety across industries.

Registration opens at 7:15 a.m., with the conference officially beginning at 7:45 a.m. Speakers at the opening session will include Canfor representative Kelly Olivier, El Dorado Mayor Paul Choate, and Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing Secretary Daryl Bassett.

Sessions throughout the day will include presentations on key workplace safety topics, including hazard recognition, effective communication between management and employees, mental health in the workplace, and the challenges of handling workplace fatalities. Presenters include experts from Canfor, J.A. Riggs, KScott Consults, L’Oreal, and the Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing.

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“This event is not only for hourly workers but also for managers and administrators who play a role in safety practices,” organizers noted. “It’s especially relevant for nursing home professionals seeking continuing education.”

The registration fee is $25 for both in-person and Zoom attendees, covering lunch and materials. Exhibitors can register for $30. A $10 late fee will be applied to registrations submitted after April 18. Attendees are encouraged to register early, either by mail or online through the Arkansas Department of Labor’s website.

The conference will conclude at 2:35 p.m. with a prize drawing and adjournment.

For more information, contact Nita Matlock at the Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing, OSHA Consultation Section, at (501) 682-9092 or by email at nita.matlock@arkansas.gov.

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