EL DORADO — El Dorado High School is encouraging students to keep their reading skills strong this summer with a comprehensive digital resource for grades 9 through 12.

The school has launched a dedicated Google Classroom to help students and families easily access everything needed for summer reading assignments. The classroom includes digital packets, audiobooks, and PDFs of the required reading materials, ensuring that students can stay on track—even if physical copies are lost or misplaced.

EHS officials say the online platform is designed to remove barriers and make summer reading more accessible and successful for all students. Whether at home or on the go, students can stay connected to their curriculum and enter the next school year well-prepared.

Parents and students can access classroom codes and instructions by visiting the link provided by the district:
Click here for access

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Let’s keep reading a priority this summer, Wildcats!

EL DORADO — Families in Union County will have a unique opportunity this summer to boost their kitchen confidence and improve their health through the “Cooking Arkansas” program, hosted by the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.

The free classes will be held on July 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Union County Extension Office, located at 307 American Road, Suite 101, El Dorado, AR 71730. Space is limited, and participants are encouraged to register by June 25 by contacting Kelley Rogers at 870-864-1916 or kmrogers@uada.edu.

The program is part of the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and is designed to help participants improve their cooking skills, prepare healthy meals, save money at the grocery store, and increase physical activity.

Eligible families—those participating in SNAP, WIC, or school meal assistance—are especially encouraged to join. The sessions will focus on families with children and aim to teach practical, healthy recipes that can be made together at home.

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Organizers say the classes are perfect for caregivers who want to gain confidence in the kitchen while learning how to make nutritious meals for their families—at no cost.

For more information or to sign up, reach out to Kelley Rogers using the contact information above.

EL DORADO — The El Dorado School District has announced that the Wildcat Wellness Center will remain open with limited provider availability throughout June 2025, with important scheduling reminders for families who may need care or medication refills before summer break.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead, particularly for prescription refills, as the provider will be out of the office from Friday, June 6 through Friday, June 13. The final day to see the provider before the summer closure will be Thursday, June 26.

For students and staff who have previously been seen at the Wildcat Wellness Center, continued care is available through CABUN Rural Health Services during the break. Nearby clinics include:

• Hampton Clinic: 870-798-4064
• Strong Clinic: 870-797-7620

The Wildcat Wellness Center will officially reopen on Monday, August 4, just ahead of the new school year. District officials say they look forward to serving students and staff once again in the 2025–2026 academic year.

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CAMDEN — Just in time for summer, the City of Camden is now offering monthly passes for families to enjoy unlimited swimming at Carnes Park Pool throughout the month of June.

Passes are available for purchase at Camden City Hall or directly at Carnes Park Pool. Pricing is based on family size, with a pass for a family of three available for $70, a family of four for $85, and a family of five for $100.

City officials say the initiative is aimed at providing affordable, family-friendly recreation during the summer heat. With unlimited access all month long, residents can enjoy the pool as often as they like.

Whether you’re looking to beat the heat, stay active, or simply make lasting summer memories, the monthly pass offers a cost-effective way to dive into summer fun.

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For more information or to purchase your pass, visit Camden City Hall or Carnes Park Pool during regular hours.

MONROE — A group of Monroe-based investors is acquiring a cluster of popular radio stations with strong listenership in South Arkansas, according to a filing submitted this week to the Federal Communications Commission.

Warrior Media LLC, a locally owned company, is purchasing Rock 106, My Country 92.3, 103.1 Now FM, and Sunny 98.3 from Stephens Media Group of Tulsa, Oklahoma, for $450,000. The deal will transfer control of some of the region’s most recognizable radio brands, pending FCC approval.

Leading the acquisition is Jeff Guerriero, a Monroe personal injury attorney with offices in both Monroe and Shreveport. Guerriero, who also holds credentials as a registered NFL sports agent, previously ran for Congress in 2014 before withdrawing from the race.

Guerriero is joined in the venture by several notable regional business figures: Parker Moskal, president of the Monroe Moccasins hockey organization; Everett Stagg, co-chairman of credit services company Coast Professional, based in West Monroe; and Jeff Donald, owner of Donald Farms.

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With strong signals that reach deep into South Arkansas and North Louisiana, the stations have long served a broad regional audience. The acquisition by Warrior Media is expected to maintain local ownership and potentially bring new investment to the stations’ operations.

The transaction remains subject to federal regulatory approval.