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- Arts On Main — Grill & Chill with Dad at Arts On Main
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Friday: A t-storm around in the a.m., with a high of 85 and low of 74 degrees.
- Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 91, low: 74.
🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 83 and low of 68 degrees.
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Friday June 12
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$5 Movie Nights at King Opera House - Wicked →
King Opera House, 427 Main St, Van Buren
7:00 pm
Saturday June 13
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Heart of the Fort - A Family Fun Day
Chamber of Commerce
Harper Stadium-Kay Rogers Park
10:00 am
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Summer Street Eats Food Truck Festival →
Chamber of Commerce
510 Main St, Van Buren, AR 72956
10:00 am
Tuesday June 16
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Ribbon Cutting for Doggett Freightliner - Van Buren →
Doggett Freightliner, 129 Access Rd, Van Buren
11:00 am
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Lego Village - Learn More About Foster Care →
Chamber of Commerce
Arts On Main
6:30 pm
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$5 Movie Nights at King Opera House - The Lego Movie →
Chamber of Commerce
King Opera House
7:00 pm
Wednesday June 17
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ASBTDC at The Chamber →
Chamber of Commerce
Van Buren Chamber Business Resource Center
9:00 am
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Van Buren Lions Club Meeting
Chamber of Commerce
Van Buren Chamber OG&E Meeting Room
12:00 pm
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Federal Certifications for Your Small Business
Chamber of Commerce
The Bakery District
2:00 pm
Saturday June 27
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Arts On Main — The Art of The Soft Tart →
Arts On Main, 415 Main St, Van Buren
1:00 pm
Saturday July 25
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For The Glory IV →
Mulberry Fair Grounds, 845 Kirksey Pkwy, Mulberry
6:00 pm
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- 🔥 Safety first, flavor second.
A few simple habits make a huge difference:
• Keep a 10-foot safety zone around your grill — kids, pets, and anything flammable stay clear.
•… (Nextdoor )
- A heartfelt thank you to the Arkansas National Guard’s 87th Troop Command for welcoming ADEM officials to their 2026 Boss Lift for an in depth, behind the scenes look at the rigorous training and preparation that every Guardsman undertakes.
Experiences like this deepen our appreciation for the dedication, discipline, and professionalism that define the Guard.
The Arkansas National Guard… (Nextdoor )
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Pizza Hut, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member in Alma. Apply here.
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Alma School District posted a job opening for Custodian in Alma. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Alma here.
🗞 Nearby News
Van Buren
- Second person arrested in connection with camper theft in Marion County, also stole truck (ktlo.com)
- 11 Arkansas Food Spots Soccer Fans Won't Want To Miss During The 2026 World Cup (everafterinthewoods.com)
Fort Smith
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