Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre presents “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940”
SEARCY, Ark., (June 28, 2022) –– Harding University’s Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre presents its second production of the summer, “The ...
Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre kicks off 39th season with “Arsenic and Old Lace”
SEARCY, Ark., (June 20, 2022) –– Harding University’s Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre is opening a season of “Mayhem & Mirth'' ...
ASU-Beebe Hosting Summer Success Program
BEEBE, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe will host a Summer Success program designed to help students improve their math and English ...
ASU-Beebe Announces Plans for 2022 Vanguard Discovery Camp
BEEBE, Ark. – After two years of virtual Vanguard Discovery Camp, Arkansas State University-Beebe is excited to announce the event ...
ASU-Beebe Honors Outstanding Students and Faculty
BEEBE, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe recently announced the 2021-2022 Vanguard Awards honoring outstanding students, faculty and staff. Each year, ...
Harding University to recognize graduates during spring commencement May 7
SEARCY, Ark. (May 3, 2021) — Harding University’s spring commencement ceremonies will be held Saturday, May 7, celebrating the accomplishments ...
Searcy Students Among Recipients of Private Scholarships to ASU-Beebe Students
BEEBE, Ark. – Foundation scholarships at Arkansas State University-Beebe have been privately funded throughout the years by generous donors who ...
ASU-Beebe Nursing Instructor Among Top Three Nominees for Outstanding Nurse Educator Award
SEARCY, Ark. – Amber Dale, Practical Nursing instructor at ASU-Beebe Searcy campus, was among the top three nominees for the ...
Two Companies Plan to Expand Services in Searcy
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Bryce Corporation announced last Wednesday that the company would invest $80 million into expanding ...
Local Swim Center Hosts Cancer Research Fundraiser
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. The Searcy Swim Center partnered with a national charity to host a fundraiser earlier ...
Harding Students Serve the Searcy Community over Spring Break
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. While many Harding students spent their spring breaks serving in places like California, Arizona, ...
Three ‘Small Business Revolution’ Winners Expand Services
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Six local Searcy businesses were chosen three years ago to be featured in season ...
First-Ever Community Baby Shower is a Big Success
SEARCY, Ark. - El Puente Hispanic Services Center hosted its first community baby shower on Sunday, February 27. The ...
Scholarships Available for Arkansas Students
Scholarships are now available for eligible Arkansas students through Arkansas Community Foundation. Each scholarship has its own eligibility criteria. ...
Warehouse 4 to Open February 21
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Warehouse 4 will host their grand opening Feb. 21, with soft openings on Feb. ...
Searcy Public Library Board Announces $2 Million Donation for Renovation Project
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Searcy Public Library officials announced Tuesday, Feb. 8, the name of the donor who ...
Midnight Oil Hosts T-Shirt Contest
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Searcy coffee shop Kibo Midnight Oil Coffee House (MO) is continuing an old tradition ...
ASU-Beebe: Adult Education Centers Open Enrollment
BEEBE, Ark. – Enrollment for General Educational Development (GED) classes is open at the Arkansas State University-Beebe Adult Education ...
Harding Professor Published Book of Poetry
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Assistant professor of English Paulette Bane published her second book of poetry Jan. 3. ...
Local Food Truck Business Moves into Building in Downtown Searcy
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Knight Fire BBQ, a local food truck, has been serving customers in Searcy for ...
ASU-Beebe Privately Funded Scholarships Application Deadline
BEEBE, Ark.– The start of the new year is a great time for high school seniors to begin applying ...
Shake Shack to Open in Student Center
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Tacker’s Shake Shack of Marion, Arkansas, announced plans to open a new location in ...
Running With Purpose
Start Her Running took a group of approximately 50 students to run in the St. Jude half marathon and ...
Home for the Holidays; Searcy Events During the Most Wonderful Time of Year
SEARCY, Ark. - Christmas is here and Searcy is prepared with some of the best family friendly events all ...
Harding University hosts Tim Tebow and Arthur Brooks for Spring lecture series
The Harding University American Studies Institute will host NCAA champion and Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow on Tuesday, Jan. 18, ...
Jamie Mobley Joins ARcare as Senior Vice President of Marketing as Healthcare System Flourishes in Tri-State Area
Augusta, Arkansas (Nov. 19, 2021) – ARcare welcomes Jamie Mobley as senior vice president of marketing to lead its brand promise “Health ...
HARDING GROUNDSKEEPER PURSUES PASSION FOR WRESTLING
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. During his time off from working with the grounds crew at Harding, Jaxsen Burton has ...
Community Yard Sale to take place on Saturday
Courtesy: The Bison SEARCY, AR - On Saturday, the community yard sale charity event is happening on the corner of ...
Rialto staff installs 100 new seats, anticipates 200 more
Courtesy: The Bison Workers at the Rialto Theater finished installing 100 new seats last week after working since 2018 to ...
Computerized Machining Program receives $12,000 grant award
The Computerized Machining Program at the Arkansas State University-Beebe Searcy Campus will be able to offer multiple scholarship opportunities ...
MIKE WILLIAMS NAMED UNIVERSITY’S SIXTH PRESIDENT
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. On Wednesday, Oct. 27, Dr. Michael D. Williams was announced as Harding University’s sixth president. ...
Harding University kicks off distinguished lecture series with former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee
The Harding University American Studies Institute will feature Mike Huckabee, the 44th governor of Arkansas, as part of their distinguished ...
Unity Health associates receive Spirit of Unity award
SEARCY, Ark. - Two Unity Health associates -- Kelly Lytle, RN in Tower 1, 4th Floor and Amber Cleveland, RN ...
Harding University invites you celebrate Homecoming 2021
Harding University invites you to celebrate its 97th anniversary Oct. 21-23. The Homecoming weekend will incorporate everything students, alumni, faculty, ...
TACOS 4 LIFE SEARCY BRANCH CLOSES PERMANENTLY
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Tacos 4 Life has recently closed permanently, leaving many to wonder why such a popular ...
TWO STUDENTS LEAD DOWNTOWN SINGING
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Every Sunday night, students from Harding University and members from the Searcy community come together ...
JAVA & JAZZ TO BE HELD TOMORROW
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Harding’s Arts and Life and Searcy Beats and Eats have partnered up to present Java ...
NEW CAFE PLANS TO OPEN ON HARDING CAMPUS IN JANUARY
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. A new cafe and bake shop, Warehouse 4, plans to open on the Harding ...
FOOTBALL PLAYERS DRIVE MOPEDS AROUND SEARCY
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Several members of the Harding University football team recently invested in an alternative form ...
Harding University dedicates memorial in remembrance and honor of Botham Jean
Harding University will remember and honor the life of Botham Jean by unveiling a memorial bearing his image in ...
TWO SEARCY TEENS PERFORM AT LOCAL SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Citizen’s Park, a previously vacant lot turned concert venue in Downtown Searcy, hosted a ...
IN-PERSON LECTURESHIP RETURNS TO CAMPUS
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Next week, from Sept. 26-29, Harding will be hosting the 98th annual Bible Lectureship ...
ASU-Beebe 2021-2022 Lecture-Concert Series Welcomes Six Appeal
~FREE Outdoor Concert and Food During Family Week Activities BEEBE, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe 2021-2022 Lecture-Concert Series will ...
HARDING SPORTS NETWORK RELEASES NEW PODCAST
Courtesy of the Harding Bison. Written by Sophie Rossitto Harding Sports Network released the first episode of a new ...
Harding University Reports Enrollment Growth
SEARCY, Ark. –– Harding University reports enrollment growth of 7.6 % for Fall 2021 with students from 49 states and ...
ASU-Beebe Career Services and Business Program to Open “Vanguard Career Closet”
BEEBE, Ark - The Arkansas State University-Beebe Office of Career Services and the Business program have collaborated to create ...
Mindful State offers new “Begin” class
SEARCY, AR. - When someone walks into Mindful State Yoga, they are greeted with words integral to the yoga studio’s ...
Unity Health Hosts 25th Annual CommUnity of Caring Medical Outreach Event
SEARCY, AR., – July 8, 2021 – Unity Health will again host the 25th Annual CommUnity of Caring medical outreach. ...
ASU-Beebe: Adult Education Open Enrollment
BEEBE, Ark. – Enrollment for General Educational Development (GED) classes is open at the Arkansas State University-Beebe Adult Education centers, ...
Harding University Launches New Dietetics Program, First of Its Kind in Arkansas
SEARCY, Ark. ( July 13, 2021) — The Harding University College of Sciences has launched a Master of Science in ...
ASU-Beebe: Career-Ready Summer Series Begins in July
BEEBE, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe and the Office of Career Services invites students, alumni, and community members to participate ...
ASU-Beebe 2021 Student Awards Announced
BEEBE, Ark.: – Arkansas State University-Beebe recently announced the 2020-2021 Vanguard Award recipients at an online ceremony honoring outstanding students, faculty, ...
ASU-Beebe Offers Basics of Welding Course on Searcy Campus
SEARCY, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe will offer a Basics of Welding course on Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 29-July ...
White County Community Foundation Youth Advisory Council Awards Grants to Local Non-Profits
SEARCY, ARK., June 21 – The White County Community Foundation's Youth Advisory recently gave out $3,698.61 in grant money to ...
ANNOUNCING SEARCY’S JULY 4TH EVENT: “UNITED WE STAND” SEARCY BEATS & EATS
We’ve waited a long time to get back together again, so we thought we would just blow this 4th ...
ASU-Beebe Spring 2021 Chancellor’s and Deans’ Lists Announced
BEEBE, Ark. – One hundred eighty-five students earned academic distinction during the Spring 2021 semester at Arkansas State University-Beebe. From those one ...
ASU-Beebe 2021 Virtual Vanguard Discovery Camp
BEEBE, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe will be presenting Vanguard Discovery Camp online this year to accommodate campers and to ...
Harding University Department of Theatre announces return of Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre
SEARCY, Ark. (May 24, 2021) — The Harding University Department of Theatre has announced the return of Searcy Summer Dinner ...
ASU-Beebe to Host Public Vaccination Clinic on May 22
BEEBE, Ark.:-- Arkansas State University-Beebe is partnering with Burrow’s Drug Store in Beebe to host a walk-in Vaccination Clinic for ...
Hit The Ground Running: Harding Student Starts Running Community
Searcy, Ark. – Imagine that you want to run a marathon but don’t know where to begin. Or maybe ...
‘Lucretia Simply Makes Everyone’s Day Better’
Courtesy The Bison Lucretia Huntsman has worked for Harding as a food service employee since 2015. She has worked in ...
Bus Turned Home: Student Renovates Bus Called ‘Sweet Willow’ to Live in Post-College
Courtesy The Bison While most students on campus live in dorms or apartments, there are a few who have explored ...
Farmers’ Market’s Return Impacts Community
Courtesy The Bison The Main Street Searcy Farmers’ Market returned Saturday, April 17, bringing opportunities for local vendors and buyers ...
ASU-Beebe 2021 Virtual Vanguard Discovery Camp Offers Free Online Interactive Learning, Fun Platform
BEEBE, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe will be presenting Vanguard Discovery Camp online this year to accommodate campers and to ...
Harding University College of Business hosts Lawrence W. Reed, author and president emeritus of the Foundation for Economic Education
SEARCY, Ark. (April 12, 2021) ––The Harding University College of Business will host Lawrence W. Reed, author and president ...
Art Class Showcases Work At Midnight Oil
Courtesy The Bison Visual Aesthetics, an art class typically taken by juniors and seniors, is currently showcasing its work ...
Harding Faculty, Students Petition To Keep Kroger Open
Courtesy The Bison The Kroger Delta Division announced March 11 that they would close their Searcy, Arkansas, location on May 1, ...
Harding University American Studies Institute hosts “An Evening with Warren Stephens”
SEARCY, Ark. (April 1, 2021) –– The Harding University American Studies Institute Distinguished Lecture Series will feature Warren Stephens, ...
White County Cable Invests in Searcy, Expanding Internet Service
White County Cable TV is upgrading its network and distribution systems with a goal of launching true Gig speeds ...
Searcy Coffee Shops Adapt, Overcome Pandemic’s Challenges
Courtesy The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - COVID-19 hit small businesses across the country last March, forcing many small business ...
Brews and Buzzcuts: Searcy Barber Pairs New Jacksonville Location with Craft Brewery
SEARCY, Ark. – There are some famous unusual pairings out there, such as sweet and salty, pineapple on pizza and ...
Student Josh Shockley Teaches Spanish at Searcy School
Courtesy The Bison Junior Josh Shockley goes from sitting in the classroom to teaching in one as a Spanish ...
Josh’s Benches Donates Bench to Berryhill Park, Spreading Suicide Awareness
Courtesy The Bison A bright, yellow bench with a mission of hope was unveiled Thursday, March 11, at Berry ...
ASU-Beebe Privately Funded Scholarships Application Deadline
BEEBE, Ark.– As the end of the school year approaches and many high school seniors set their sights on college for the fall, Arkansas ...
Arkansas-based food delivery service expands support of local restaurants to Searcy
SEARCY, Ark. - There is now another option when it comes to home-delivered meals in town. Meals Now, an ...
Harding University Spring Sing presents ‘Twice Upon a Time’ April 15-17
SEARCY, Ark. — Students, alumni, families, friends, and guests of Harding University are invited April 15-17 for the 47th annual ...
Harding’s Spring Sing 2021 to Open to Public Audience
Courtesy: The Bison Dr. Steven Frye, director of Spring Sing, announced Tuesday that this year’s show, “Twice Upon a ...
Harding Students Fundraise with “Shave-Off” Event
Courtesy: The Bison A group of Harding students raised over $2,600 for Kibo Group by hosting an impromptu fundraising event, ...
Harding University Remembers and Honors the Life of Botham Jean
SEARCY, Ark. (Feb. 8, 2021) — Harding University President David Burks announced that the University will remember and honor the ...
Natural Food Store Offers Healthy Options
Courtesy The Bison The Natural Food store is a headquarters for healthy and holistic options in Searcy, Arkansas, providing ...
Darcy Sanford: Track Athlete Continues to Break School Records
Courtesy The Bison Senior Darcy Sanford has made a name for herself on and off the track pitch. Sanford ...
Harding University Hosts Closed Event with Sociologist, Educator Michael Lindsay
SEARCY, Ark. (Feb. 19, 2021) –– The Harding University American Studies Institute will feature award-winning sociologist and educator Michael ...
Students Support Small Businesses from Behind the Scenes
Courtesy The Bison Several students on campus spend time outside of class pouring into local, Searcy-based small businesses and ...
Legacy Park Expansion Continues
Courtesy The Bison New condominiums have recently been completed on Harding’s campus, and a new restaurant is under construction, continuing ...
Slader’s Celebrates Seven Years of Business With New Menu Items
Courtesy The Bison Slader’s Alaskan Dumpling Company, a local Searcy restaurant, is now serving signature drinks inspired by the Last ...
ASU-Beebe Searcy Receives Donation from Entergy, Expanding Classroom Capabilities
SEARCY, Ark. – ASU-Beebe is proud to recognize Entergy Corporation for a micro-grant donation to expand classroom technology and interactive ...
Searcy Nonprofit El Puente Hispanic Services Receives Grants
SEARCY, Ark - El Puente Hispanic Services Center was the recipient of four grants during 2020, each for specific programs ...
Harding University honors and celebrates African American alumni on campus
SEARCY, Ark. (Feb. 1, 2021) — Harding University President David Burks has announced that the University will honor and celebrate ...
ASU-Beebe Lecture-Concert series to feature Author Grace Hale on New Book
BEEBE, Ark. – ASU-Beebe will present acclaimed author and historian Grace Elizabeth Hale’s presentation of her recent book Cool Town: ...
ASU Beebe Begins Adult Education Open Enrollment on Searcy, Other Campuses
BEEBE, Ark. – Enrollment for General Educational Development (GED) classes is open at the Arkansas State University-Beebe Adult Education centers, ...
ASU Beebe Names Searcy Students, Others to Fall 2020 Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists
BEEBE, Ark. – One hundred seventy-two students earned academic distinction during the Fall 2020 semester at Arkansas State University-Beebe. Students ...
Harding Spring Sing to take place in 2021 with a few changes
Courtesy: The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Directors of Spring Sing Dr. Steven Frye and Cindee Stockstill informed social club Spring ...
ASU-Beebe Invites Community to Virtual Tree Lighting Ceremony
BEEBE, Ark. - Arkansas State University-Beebe invites the community to view this year’s ASU-Beebe Virtual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday, ...
Harding Academy Presents: “Anastasia the Musical”
The Harding Academy Wildcat Theatre Company presents “Anastasia the Musical” streamed Saturday, Nov. 21, Thursday, Nov. 26 and Saturday, ...
Harding Academy to stream virtual performance of “Anastasia the Musical”
SEARCY, Ark. — The Harding Academy Wildcat Theatre Company will present “Anastasia the Musical” streamed Saturday, Nov. 21, Thursday, Nov. ...
Harding Senior finds job as Searcy Public School bus driver
Courtesy: The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - After searching for a side job that would fit around her class schedule, senior Faith ...
Harding Professor Amy Qualls makes her own Essential Oils
Courtesy: The Bison Searcy, Ark. - Research in homeopathic medicine has been on the mind of many mainstream consumers in recent ...
Social work majors ’empower women’ with nonprofit project
Courtesy of The Bison After a trip to New York in January, a group of social work majors came together ...
ASU-Beebe to Welcome Casey McPherson Live-Stream Concert on Nov. 12
SEARCY, Ark - The ASU-Beebe Lecture-Concert Series will present singer and songwriter Casey McPherson for a live-streamed concert on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 7:30 p.m. on the ...
Searcy Organizations Participate in Global Entrepreneurship Week
SEARCY, ARKANSAS – Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) involves 170 countries with roughly 9 million participants in over 35,000 activities ...
Harding University announces virtual Liberal Arts Colloquium examining pandemics and their consequences
SEARCY, Ark. (Nov. 3, 2020) –– The Harding University College of Arts and Humanities is teaming up with the Colleges ...
Harding University president Dr. Bruce McLarty announces retirement effective November 30, 2020, Dr. David Burks to serve as president
SEARCY, Ark. (Oct. 30, 2020) –– Harding University Board of Trustees announced this afternoon that after careful and prayerful consideration, ...
Hamilton imparts career wisdom
Courtesy of The Bison When walking into the small-windowed office of Tim Hamilton, assistant professor of communication, visitors will be ...
Harding University hosts virtual event with former New England Patriots tight end, Benjamin Watson
SEARCY, Ark. (Oct. 26, 2020) –– The Harding University American Studies Institute will host Benjamin Watson, former New England Patriots ...
Zion reopens with renewed focus
Courtesy of The Bison Zion Climbing and Event Center, one of the featured businesses on season four of “Small ...
Brackett Library celebrates 19th Amendment Anniversary with “Rightfully Hers” Exhibit
Courtesy of The Bison The Brackett Library is celebrating the 100-year anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which gave women the ...
Business is Blooming
Courtesy of The Bison Senior Rachel Williams gave a new meaning to the phrase “bloom where you’re planted” by creating ...
United Way of White County holds month-long virtual 5k, Footloose in Fall
SEARCY, Ark. – The United Way of White County is holding the first-ever Footloose in Fall 5K during the month ...
Harding University launches new nursing program, first of its kind in Arkansas
SEARCY, Ark. – The Harding University Carr College of Nursing has launched a Master’s Entry into Professional Nursing (MEPN) program. This ...
Creme & Sugar offers space to indulge sweet tooth
Courtesy: The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Creme and Sugar offers students a way to satisfy their sweet tooth at “a ...
Harding hosts virtual Lectureship event for first time, looks forward to 2021
Courtesy: The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Harding opted to hold the annual University Bible Lectureship event virtually this year, canceling ...
Student releases self-produced EP
Courtesy of The Bison Junior Maddy Hall released her own Extended Play (EP) album titled, “From This Hour” named after ...
Gone Fishin’
Courtesy of The Bison The Harding fishing team offers students an opportunity to relax without a television screen, and the ...
New soccer facility opens for practice
Courtesy of the Bison A new indoor soccer facility has recently opened up for the Harding men’s and women’s teams ...
Student designs shirts, donates proceeds to BSA, Botham Jean Foundation
Courtesy of The Bison “I hope that people see a shirt and think about what it means, which I really ...
Harding University posts all-time record retention and graduation rates
SEARCY, Ark. – Harding University fall 2020 enrollment figures include its highest ever retention and graduation rates, with fall to ...
Two children complete Searcy Public Library “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” program
SEARCY, Ark. - Searcy Public Library is so proud of Mackenzie Ferguson and Abigail Lambert, who have completed the library's ...
Harding Welcomes New Food Distributor
Beginning this fall, Harding has a new food distributor on campus after its decades-long contract with Aramark ended in the ...
OneLife Provides Unique Care for Students
OneLife Wellness & Primary Care offers students unique, affordable healthcare that aims to treat the whole person through physical, mental ...
Finding Mindfulness in Searcy
Students at Harding University can find peace in new yoga classes. Laurie Swain, Harding University alumna, had a dream to ...
ASU-Beebe Practical Nursing Program ranked #5 in State
BEEBE, Ark. – Every year, PracticalNursing.org studies practical nursing programs in each state. This year the review organization announced August ...
Harding University physician assistant program serves its one millionth patient
SEARCY, Ark. - The Harding University physician assistant studies program has served its one millionth patient. The PA program is ...
Harding Fall 2020 Arts & Life line-up includes Grammy winner, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band founding member
SEARCY, Ark. - The Harding University department of music has announced the fall line-up for its Arts and Life performance ...
Harding University College of Business announces recipients of Botham Jean Scholarship
SEARCY, Ark. – The Harding University Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration, in cooperation with PwC, has selected four ...
Harding University announces American Studies Institute Distinguished Lecture Series lineup for 2020-21
SEARCY, Ark. - Harding University’s American Studies Institute will host four speakers for the fall and spring presentations of its ...
Spirit of Unity award goes to Jamie Laughlin, Dir. of Volunteer Services at Unity Health
SEARCY, AR — The Unity Health Foundation presented Jamie Laughlin, Director of Volunteer Services, with the Spirit of Unity Award ...
Searcy Police take part in “Drive Sober” campaign heading into Labor Day weekend
SEARCY, Ark. - While Labor Day weekend is still a little ways away, the Searcy Police Department isn't wasting any time ...
United Way of White County “Stuff the Bus” fundraiser looking for donations
SEARCY, Ark. - United Way of White County is having their annual back-to-school supply fundraiser, ‘Stuff the Bus,’ and this ...
Passion to Purpose: John Simmons turns hobby into business, Crown Entertainment
SEARCY, Ark - From DJing in a dorm room at Arkansas Tech to bringing light cues to the stages of ...
Unity Health’s Community of Caring serves hundreds in White County
SEARCY, Ark. – Unity Health recently held its 24th annual A Day of Caring, renamed to Community of Caring due ...
Unity Health’s “A Day of Caring” changed to “Community of Caring” for 2020
SEARCY, Ark. – For the last 23 years, Unity Health has hosted its medical mission ‘A Day of Caring’ to ...
ASU-Beebe New Student Orientation Sessions for Fall 2020
BEEBE, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe is excited to announce New Student Orientation 2020: "Strong from the Start." New students ...
CAPCA offers helping hand to community with summer assistance programs
Searcy, AR - July 20th, 2020 - The Community Action Program for Central Arkansas will begin a special CARES ...
Harding University appoints new leadership for the Honors College
SEARCY, Ark. (July 14, 2020) — The Harding University Honors College has appointed Dr. Kevin Kehl dean and Dr. ...
Harding University appoints new director of church outreach
SEARCY, Ark. (July 10, 2020) — The Harding University Office for Church Relations has appointed Andrew M. Braxter as the ...
A Vision for Everyone; Michael Jones fills important role in White County counseling community
SEARCY, Ark. - Renewed Vision Counseling Services founder Michael Jones is using his background in ministry and counseling to provide ...
Beyond Boundaries launches new online brand, Beyond Boundaries Life!
Searcy, AR – Beyond Boundaries Outfitters, an outdoor store based in Searcy, Arkansas, has launched an online brand, Beyond Boundaries ...
ASU-Beebe Planning Return to Fall Classes On-Campus
BEEBE, Ark. – ASU-Beebe this week released information regarding plans for a blended menu of class options for the Fall 2020 ...
A Cut Above; how J. Myles uses his Searcy barbershop to make a difference in the community
SEARCY, Ark. - Growing up on the Southside of Chicago, Joseph Myles always knew he wanted to make a difference ...
Encore for Center on the Square’s Virtual Kidstage
SEARCY, Ark. - Center on the Square, Searcy’s local theatre, has opened registrations for the second session of Virtual KidsStage. ...
Searcy restaurant Savor + Sip reopens with new menu, take-out options
Searcy, AR - Savor + Sip, a downtown Searcy coffee shop and restaurant, was among the many businesses that closed ...
GAC Announces Revised 2020 Football Schedule; Harding Opens Sept. 12 at SWOSU
SEARCY – The Great American Conference released a revised 2020 football schedule Friday with Harding now opening its season ...
Harding Students design, present 2020 branding project for city park
SEARCY, Ark. — Twenty-eight Harding students within the Department of Arts and Design and Department of Communication worked in ...
Arkansas Hospice “Parade of Kindness” to trek through Searcy
Searcy, Ark. - Arkansas Hospice, the state’s largest provider of hospice services, as well as area first responders and local ...
Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre postpones 2020 season
SEARCY, Ark. — Due to the global spread of COVID-19 Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre, Harding University’s summer community-based theatre program, ...
Unity Health puts procedures, processes in place to ensure patient and staff safety
SEARCY, Ark. - While Americans continue to follow and track the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, local businesses are working to get ...
ASU Beebe: Online Ceremony Honors Outstanding Students, Faculty and Staff
BEEBE, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe presented the annual Student Awards on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 via live-stream hosted ...
ASU-Beebe to offer free, virtual Vanguard Discovery Camp for summer 2020
BEEBE, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe has restructured the Vanguard Discovery Camp this year to accommodate campers to continue following ...
KidStage Goes Virtual: Center on the Square goes online for Spring kids theatre
SEARCY, Ark. - With the coronavirus (COVID-19) forcing theatres across the country to cancel shows, Searcy’s downtown playhouse is ...
ASU-Beebe to Broadcast Virtual Commencement Online May 9
BEEBE, Ark. - Arkansas State University-Beebe invites the community to view the 2020 Spring Virtual Commencement program online on Saturday, May ...
Campus undergoes updates and renovations
Story courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Construction updates are occurring all over campus while students and staff ...
A new way to communicate: HU16 anchors produce podcasts
Story courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Two anchors from Harding’s student broadcast HU16 began producing independent podcasts ...
Student athletes use their voices for good
Story courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Junior basketball guards Tyler Roth and Romen Martin created a blog ...
Searcy High School Art Students’ works among the winners in 2020 Governor’s Art Competition
SEARCY, Ark. - Searcy High School art students can now see some of their works hanging in the Governor’s ...
Graduate student starts at-home garage gym
Story courtesy of The Bison Students and their families are getting creative to remain active during quarantine. Normal routines have ...
How COVID-19 is affecting your favorite coffee shop in Searcy
Story courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - While a plethora of things have been changed or canceled, one thing ...
Big Bloomin’ Weekend offers Searcy opportunity to enjoy outdoors while social distancing
SEARCY, Ark. - Spring has officially sprung here in Searcy, which also means the arrival of the city’s annual ...
Perspectives from essential workers
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - While some students are spending their time completing online classes or learning ...
ASU-Beebe Annouces Concurrent Challenge Scholarships
BEEBE, Ark.:-- Arkansas State University-Beebe is proud to announce that beginning with the Fall 2020 semester eligible high school students ...
Harding alumnus and investigative journalist takes on ‘Tiger King’ mystery
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Jerry Mitchell is in the business of finding the truth. After watching the ...
Student highlight female fearless creators
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Harding University is filled with inventive minds and students searching for ways to ...
Student creates quarantine spirit week, brings people together
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - When Sophomore Everett Kirkman looked around at the state of the world on ...
Small businesses get creative during COVID-19 outbreak
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Over the course of several weeks, COVID-19 created unpredictable changes for the everyday ...
Senior cultivates conversations in new podcast
Story courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - What do you get when you mix a lot of unexpected free ...
Harding University expands undergraduate and graduate degree programs, for Fall 2020
SEARCY, Ark. — Harding University announces a historic expansion in its undergraduate and graduate school offerings beginning Fall 2020. Fifteen ...
Searcy businesses offer fun ways to stay busy during social distancing
SEARCY, Ark. - After four weeks of social distancing and self quarantining because of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) we all ...
Churches get creative to continue worship during COVID-19
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - As the Centers for Disease Control and state governments continue to limit group ...
Retiring professors reflect on unexpected end to their careers
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - While seniors come to terms with their last year as Harding students ending ...
Harding University postpones spring graduation ceremony until Aug. 15, 2020
SEARCY, Ark. — Due to the global spread of COVID-19 Harding University has rescheduled its commencement program, originally set for ...
How to stay connected while being apart
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - This semester at Harding has been full of change, but students staying home ...
Harding cancels Spring Sing, looks forward to “Twice Upon A Time 2021”
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - On Thursday, March 19, Harding announced that the University would be moving to ...
ARcare issues response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
Searcy, Ark. - As our community continues to feel the increased impact of Covid-19, we feel it is essential to ...
Humility and justice: Alumnus releases book about finally finding justice in Civil Rights cold cases
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Through the years, Harding has seen many successful alumni. However, perhaps none have ...
‘Nothing to be sorry about:’ Student reflects on growing up in a deaf household
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - As a young child, junior Alyson Lowenstein was handed a great deal ...
Dairy Queen plans to sweeten Searcy this summer
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Some students have already been buzzing about the restaurants Slim Chickens and ...
White County Chess Community aims to bring mentorship, community to Searcy
Searcy, AR. – Community can mean something different for different people. For Paul Hill, the host of the White ...
Registration Open for ASU-Beebe 2020 Vanguard Discovery Camp
BEEBE, Ark. – Registration for the Arkansas State University-Beebe 2020 Vanguard Discovery Camp (VDC), which includes a session at the ...
From Harding to Helen’s: A Spring Break Trip to the Home of Helen Keller
Story courtesy: The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Tuscumbia, Alabama may not be a typical vacation spot, but for those ...
Unity Health President receives honor from grateful associates
SEARCY, Ark. — The Unity Health Foundation presented Unity Health President/CEO Steven Webb with the Spirit of Unity award ...
Students host charity concert for Sparrow’s Promise
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Seniors Braden Snyder and Michael Krupka will host a charity event they ...
Harding women’s basketball ranked first in the GAC standings
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - The Lady Bisons basketball team took the number one spot in the ...
Bison baseball season in full swing
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Harding’s baseball season is now in full swing, and the Bisons have ...
Pocket Park Opens Entertainment Opportunities for Downtown Searcy
SEARCY, Ark. – The Revolution that overtook Searcy in 2019 resulted in several improvements that the city and its ...
Carion Wind Quintet brings classical music to life in Harding University Arts and Life performance series
SEARCY, Ark., – Harding University will host the Carion Wind Quintet Thursday, Feb. 27 as part of the 2019-20 ...
New executive chef joins Harding University dining services
SEARCY, Ark. (Feb 21, 2020) — Harding University announced the appointment of Lewis Curtis as executive chef of its ...
The life of a Storyteller
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - The game winning shot, the major play that turns the game around ...
Meet the Midnight Oil artists
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - The artwork of two Harding students hang on display at the Midnight ...
Hands on a Hardbody opening weekend
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Harding University’s theatre department announced the musical performance “Hands on a Hardbody” ...
Harding University appoints new director for charitable estate planning
SEARCY, Ark.– The Harding University Office of Advancement has appointed Ken Bissell as the new director for Charitable Estate ...
Mindful Living CenterYoga Studio to open in Searcy this spring
Searcy, ARK. – A new yoga studio comprised of teachers with decades of experience among them is opening in Searcy this ...
Harding baseball team hoping to engage with community more
Courtesy of The Bison Searcy, ARK. - The Harding baseball team had its first home game on Saturday, Feb. ...
Unity Health’s Heart to Heart 2020
SEARCY, AR – Unity Health recently hosted its annual Heart to Heart event with Unity Health – Cardiology Clinic ...
Former Harding student to be honored with seat dedication
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, ARK. - Women’s social club Delta Gamma Rho (DGR) planned the dedication of a ...
Harding University students selected to represent Arkansas at national Space Grant Consortium event in Washington, D.C.
SEARCY, Ark., – A group of Harding University students has been selected to represent the state of Arkansas in ...
Bisons prepare for the big leagues
Courtesy of The Bison After wrapping up their final season, four Harding football players pushed to continue their athletic ...
Harding student hosts bi-weekly Trivia Night at Slader’s
Courtesy of The Bison Searcy, Ark. - Most Harding students know Slader’s Alaskan Dumpling Co. for its unique food and relaxed ...
Greg Harnden presented with Lifetime Achievement Award
Courtesy of The Bison Former athletic director and Harding women’s basketball coach Greg Harnden received the Lifetime Achievement Award from ...
Harding University hosts African American legislators historical exhibit
SEARCY, Ark., – The Harding University Brackett Library will be hosting Arkansas African American Legislators, 1868-1893, a free traveling ...
Women for Harding hosts annual princess and superhero event
SEARCY, Ark. - Women for Harding will host the eighth annual Princess and Superhero Party from 9:30-11:30 a.m. on ...
New Harding assistant coach is a grand slam
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - The Harding University baseball team entered January 2020 with new assistant coach ...
Legacy Park expansion completes phase 5A construction
Courtesty of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Harding’s Legacy Park entered the final stages of construction almost six years ...
Searcy continues to grow one year after ‘Small Business Revolution’
Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Searcy won season four of the “Small Business Revolution” one year ago, ...
Several Searcy students named to ASU Beebe Chancellor’s and Dean’s List
BEEBE, Ark. – Two hundred seven students, including 19 from Searcy, earned academic distinction during the Fall 2019 semester ...
Arts and Life Performance Series to host gourmet Valentine’s dinner and jazz concert
SEARCY, Ark. – Harding University will host a Valentine’s dinner and concert Tuesday, Feb. 11. Dinner will be served ...
Tara & Co. event raises $6,000 for Unity Health Foundation
SEARCY, AR – The Unity Health Foundation was recently presented with a check for over $6,000 from Tara & Co. ...
Brubeck Brothers Quartet honor jazz legend Dave Brubeck in Arts and Life performance at Harding University
SEARCY, Ark. – Harding University will host the Brubeck Brothers Quartet Thursday, Jan. 23 as part of the 2019-20 Arts ...
Enrollment for Adult Education classes, including GED, now open for all ASU-Beebe locations
BEEBE, Ark. - Enrollment for General Educational Development (GED) classes is open at the Arkansas State University-Beebe Adult Education centers, ...
Governor proclaims Jan. 27 NASA Day in Arkansas, NASA Chief makes first ever visit to the state
SEARCY, Ark. — The Harding University Department of Engineering and Physics will host NASA Day at Harding on Jan. ...
Grateful Patient Honors Those Who Helped Her Heal
SEARCY, AR – The Unity Health Foundation recently presented a Spirit of Unity award to recognize the Acute Inpatient ...
Five Searcy schools named nominees for national award
SEARCY, Ark. - Searcy Public Schools are celebrating the announcement of five schools being named ‘Capturing Kids’ Hearts’ National Showcase ...
New Year’s Eve in Downtown Searcy includes Ball Drop and Laser Show
SEARCY, Ark. - For the third year in a row, downtown Searcy will be the place to be on ...
Locally produced podcast, “The Build Guild” shines a light on makers, artists in Searcy
SEARCY, Ark. – Over the past few years, Searcy has been going through a cultural renaissance with more and more ...
Bisons say goodbye to 14 seniors after successful season
*Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - The Harding Bisons made it to the playoffs this season for the ...
Unique Holiday tradition “Living Nativity” returns to Searcy this weekend
*Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - This weekend, the annual Living Nativity scene returns to Searcy. Whether Harding students ...
Restaurant options in Searcy to expand in 2020
*Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Several new restaurants are coming to Searcy in 2020, giving the community ...
Frazier Family graduates from Harding together
*Courtesy of The Bison SEARCY, Ark. - Three members of the Frazier family will walk across the stage at ...
Harding University concludes fall semester with recognition ceremonies
SEARCY, Ark. — Harding University will conclude the fall semester with its annual fall commencement and ROTC commissioning ceremonies. Harding ...
NorthStar EMS Donates to Unity Health Foundation Campaign
SEARCY, ARK. – NorthStar EMS of Searcy recently pledged $12,500 to the Unity Health Foundation’s campaign, ‘Home is Where the ...
Harding University illuminates campus during annual lighting ceremony
SEARCY, Ark. — Harding University will kick off its holiday season activities with the annual campus lighting ceremony. The event ...
Unity Health – White County Medical Center names new Chief Medical Officer
SEARCY, Ark. – Dr. Roddy Lochala was recently named the new Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at Unity Health – White ...
Searcy’s annual Holiday of Lights aims for biggest and brightest Christmas season yet
SEARCY, Ark. – The Christmas season officially kicks off in Searcy when the Holiday of Lights gets underway during ...
Thanksgiving Day 5k supports local non-profit Maple House
SEARCY, Ark - While most people are filling up their stomachs and watching football on Thanksgiving, Beyond Boundaries is encouraging ...
Harding University Chorus presents annual Winter Concert
SEARCY, Ark. - The Harding University Chorus, under the direction of Dr. Cliff Ganus III, will present its annual Winter ...
Harding University to host annual Christian Academy Choral Festival
SEARCY, Ark.–Harding University will host choirs from seven high schools for the fifteenth annual Christian Academy Choral Festival. A final ...
Harding University hosts Stephen M.R. Covey and Benjamin Watson for Spring lecture series
Harding University hosts Stephen M.R. Covey and Benjamin Watson for Spring lecture series SEARCY, Ark., (Nov. 14, 2019) –– ...
Searcy Students among recipients of private scholarships to attend ASU-Beebe
BEEBE, Ark. – Arkansas State University-Beebe held its annual scholarship reception October 24 where more than a dozen students got ...
Construction continues on indoor soccer facility
Groundbreaking construction has begun on a new indoor soccer facility on Harding’s campus, located between the Stevens Soccer Complex and ...
Lady Bisons ranked No. 1 in GAC
The Harding women’s basketball team is ranked No. 1 going into this season. The team, made up of many returning ...
Lamplight Ministry expands across United States
Senior Elissa Tetrault has a heart for missions and serving others. As a freshman, she became involved in Lamplight Ministry, ...
Russian String Orchestra returns to Harding for encore performance in Arts and Life Series
SEARCY, Ark.– Harding University will host the Russian String Orchestra Wednesday, Oct. 30 as part of the 2019-20 Arts and ...
Harding establishes Office of Community Connection to better serve White County residents
SEARCY, Ark. – Harding University announced the establishment of the Office of Community Connection as part of its efforts to strengthen ...
Daisy’s Lunchbox, Mama Elena’s Salsa win first Searcy Salsa Standoff
SEARCY, Ark. - The winners of the first ever Searcy Salsa Standoff have been announced as Daisy's Lunchbox and Elena ...
Unity Health Honors Breast Cancer Patients at Annual Luncheon
SEARCY, Ark. – Unity Health recently celebrated the 26thAnnual Barbara Montgomery Memorial Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon. The luncheon honored the ...
Harding dedicates new indoor football facility in honor of former head coach Ronnie Huckeba
SEARCY, Ark. - Harding University has dedicated its new indoor football facility in honor of longtime football head coach Ronnie ...
The Making of the Harding Homecoming Show; ‘Matilda”
SEARCY, Ark. – From the show’s conception in the spring semester to planning sessions in the summer to countless hours ...
Bringing Back The Bisons
SEARCY, Ark. – It has been 60 years since Harding athletics programs were reinstated in 1957 after being discontinued for ...
Harding University hosts filmmaker, best-selling author Alex Kendrick at distinguished lecture series
SEARCY, Ark. – Harding University’s American Studies Institute will host Alex Kendrick, American film writer, producer, director, actor and ...
A Revolutionary Event: Searcy’s Beats & Eats still growing, evolving in year three
SEARCY, Ark –As Searcy’s recurring downtown festival, Beats & Eats, enters the closing run of its third year, it ...
Harding Professor Publishes Book Showcasing Southern Culture
SEARCY, Ark. – Dr. Heath Carpenter, assistant professor of English, presented his new book, “The Philosopher King: T Bone Burnett ...
Overcoming Adversity
SEARCY, Ark. – “From homeless to Harvard”… to Harding. Liz Murray, the woman behind the story, will speak on Oct. ...
Harding University presents Homecoming musical ‘Matilda’
SEARCY, Ark. — The Harding University departments of theatre and music will present the annual Homecoming musical Oct. 18-19 at ...
Harding University art gallery presents “Saints Re-Formed” exhibition, artist’s unique imagery brings paintings to life
SEARCY, Ark. – The Harding University Stevens Art Gallery will feature an art exhibition titled “Saints Re-formed” Monday, Oct. 7 ...
Faith, Family, and Food: Former ‘Whistle Stop’ Cook opens his own restaurant, ‘This Guy’s’
SEARCY, Ark. – When we think about the things that are most important to us, we often conjure up family, ...
Historic Rialto Hosts Premier Party For Hulu’s Small Business Revolution
SEARCY, Ark.– On October 8, the Rialto Theater lights will be a beacon signaling Searcy’s national debut as the town comes ...
Harding University hosts Relay for Life, aims to raise $30,000 for American Cancer Society
SEARCY, Ark. — Harding University is hosting its annual Relay for Life fundraiser for the American Cancer Society (ACS) ...
Searcy’s Speedy Six: Runs to Heat up your Fall Workout Calendar
“If you see me running, you better run too because something is chasing me.” While that may be the ...
Serve Searcy aims to unite Harding, Search communities
SEARCY, Ark. -Serve Searcy, an organization aimed to help the local community, is in full swing this fall. Junior ...
Harding Bisons take on HSU Reddies in Family Weekend match-up
SEARCY, Ark. -As the Bison football team prepares to meet Henderson State at home on Saturday, Sept. 28, many storylines ...
Get Down Downtown: Revolution Leads to New Activities, Biggest Music Line-Up Yet
SEARCY, Ark. – For the 12thyear in a row, thousands of people from across the state will gather in ...
Having an Influence; Harding Student Turned TikTok Star
SEARCY, Ark. - As social media outlets continue to rise, so does junior Jada Robison’s follower count on the ...
ASU-Beebe Searcy Campus to Host Manufacturing Day Expo
BEEBE, Ark. – The Arkansas State University-Beebe Searcy Campus will join with hundreds of industry and manufacturing centers across ...
The Queen’s Cartoonists bring music to life in Harding University Arts and Life performance series
September 23, 2019 | Katie Clement, Harding University SEARCY, Ark. - Harding University will host The Queen’s Cartoonists Thursday, Sept. 26, ...
Harding University presents a musical evening with David Walton
September 11, 2019 | Katie Clement, Harding University SEARCY, Ark. – Harding University welcomes David Walton, tenor, and collaborative ...
Top 10 Largest Fairs in the USA & Experience the Revolution: White County Fair, Searcy Arkansas
SEARCY, Ark. – Most folks envision a football flying through the air and leaves changing from shades of green to ...
Sammy Kershaw to Headline 2019 Get Down Downtown Festival
August 27, 2019 | Main Street Searcy SEARCY, Ark. - Festival organizer Main Street Searcy, presenting sponsor Crain Automotive, stage ...
Harding Announces 2019-20 Musical Performance Series
July 25, 2019 | Katie Clement, Harding University Searcy, Ark. - Harding University Department of Music has announced its ...
ASU-Beebe, Yamaha to Open Training Center in Searcy
July 17, 2019 | Keith Moore, ASU-Beebe SEARCY, Ark. - ASU-Beebe and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. have signed a ...
Searcy firefighters go beyond the call for local resident
May 31, 2019 | By Parker Samuel SEARCY, Ark. -After responding to a call about a house fire a ...
Arkansas Runner Mom: How Tia Stone balances family with a love for competitive running
SEARCY, Ark. – Many people share a love for competitive running. However, for the Arkansas Runner Mom, Tia Stone, ...
Revolution Fund to Give Runner-Up Businesses a Chance
SEARCY, Ark. — The excitement surrounding the Small Business Revolution may have died down around town some, but the ...
Harding to Host a Piece of Berlin Wall
April 19, 2019 | By: Karli Williamson | Courtesy of: The Bison SEARCY, Ark. – Thirty years after the Berlin Wall fell, ...
DIY Woodworking Shop Coming to Searcy
February 28, 2019 | By Chase Caples SEARCY, Ark.– If you’ve ever found yourself scrolling through Pinterest, scanning ideas for ...
Artist Skye Walker Makes Stop in Searcy on “Sea to Sea” Mural Tour
February 20, 2019 | By Chase Caples SEARCY, Ark. - Using nothing but cans of spray paint and walls ...
Harding Alumna Followed Her Passions to Hollywood
SEARCY, AR - Breaking into show business is not for the faint of heart, especially in one of the biggest ...
Searcy Couple Opens Furniture Store in Downtown Searcy
SEARCY, AR –There’s a new place in Searcy to furnish your home thanks to Searcy natives, Keith and Sherry ...
California Natives Bring Unique Restaurant Style to Downtown Searcy
SEARCY, AR - Later this year, new residents to Searcy, Amber and Jacob Dixon, will be adding to the line-up ...
Searcy Man Turns Hobby Into Local Business
SEARCY, AR – What started out as a hobby for a bearded man, became a budding business when founder ...
Searcy Couple open Frozen Yogurt Shop Just in Time for Summer
SEARCY, AR – A local Searcy couple have opened a new frozen yogurt shop in town they’re hoping will ...