NEWS BRIEFS

Cornerstone Revival

Are You Ready for Cornerstone Revival 2022? Friday Sept. 23, and Saturday, Sept. 24, at 6 p.m., both nights, and concluding on Sunday, Sept. 25, at 10:45 a.m. Music and Preaching by Miles Pike (milespikemusic.com) All are Welcome! Cornerstone Baptist Church, 1105 Balfour Rd., in West Memphis, is “Making Hope Contagious!” Come join us this Sunday for Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Worship at 10:45 a.m. Sunday morning in the sanctuary (livestream on Facebook), and posted on the church website by 3 p.m. Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting followed by Bible study in the Main Building and posted to Cornerstone WM Study Group on Facebook by Thursday morning. Join the Cornerstone WM Study Group to join in. No Sunday evening services until further notice. For more info go to www.corner stonewm.org. Billy Oyler, Pastor.

Marion School Board meetings

The Marion School District has announced the dates for its monthly School Board meetings for the 2022-23 school year. The meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Central Office, 200 Manor Street, in Marion. Meetings will take place on the following dates: Sept. 15; Oct. 20; Nov. 17; Dec. 15; Jan. 19, 2023; Feb. 16, 2023; March 16, 2023; April 20, 2023; May 18, 2023; and June 15, 2023.

6th annual CASA 5K

“Lace up and bring hope” with the return of the CASA 5K, Saturday, Sept. 17, a family-friendly 5K that supports area foster children. Proceeds to benefit Court Appointed Special Avocates of the Arkansas Delta, a program of Mid-South Health Systems. The race will start at the Marion Courthouse, running through the River Trace neighborhood and back for even more fun on the square. Bouce house, food trucks and more. The cost is $30 (includes event T-shirt). Ages 8 and under are free. To register online or for more information, visit www.stearnsracetiming.com/calendar or contact Chloe Harrison or Carolyn Slaughter at (870) 702-5951.

Car Show Fundraiser

A special fundraiser for the Marion Animal Shelter will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1, at Angel’s Way Baptist Church, 801 Angel’s Way Dr., in Marion, featuring a classic car show for the community. Check-in at 8 a.m., with the judging from 9 a.m. until noon. Winners announced at 2 p.m. Prizes for best engine, best in show, categories for cars and trucks, and a 50/50 raffle. $20 entry for contestants. For more information, see the City of Marion Animal Shelter page on Facebook.

Hometown Crawfordsville

The Hometown Crawfordsville Harvest Festival returns to the Old Schoolyard Park in Crawfordsville, on Saturday, Oct. 8, featuring live music, children’s area, arts & crafts, food vendors and more. If you would like a vendor application, message the Hometown Crawfordsville Facebook page or email hometown crawfordsville@yahoo.com.

Battle of the Boards

Charcuterie Board competition, Saturday, Oct. 8, during the Marion Chamber of Commerce’s Hogs on the Square Razorbacks watch party. See whose board is the best and enjoy some football action while you taste! More details to come.

Esperanza Bonanza

Esperanza Bonanza returns this fall to the Marion Recreational Complex, Wednesday, Oct. 26 through Saturday, Oct. 29. All your favorites will be there: Cooking contests, carnival games & rides, a corn maze, live music and more, including Marion native and “The Voice” finalist Barrett Baber in concert on Saturday night.

Marion Water Department

The Marion Water Department has relocated to 310 Judge Smith Dr. For all city water needs, including new hook-ups, bill pay, disconnects or other line issues, visit the office or call 870-739-3073.

Cornhole League

Bridge Church, 2921 Hwy. 77, is hosting a Cornhole League, Sundays at 4 p.m. Entry fee is $10 per person. Cash prizes offered. Anyone is welcome.

Crittenden County Crime Stoppers

Earn cash helping local law enforcement solve crimes. Call 870-732-4444, 24 hours a day, 7 days week with tips. Rewards of up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest. Your identity will remain anonymous. All tips kept confidential.

Global Academy USDA food program

Global Academy Inc., located at 301 N. 7th St., in West Memphis, is participating in the USDA Food Program. Meals will be available at no charge or at a reduced price to enrolled persons at the above location. Eligibility is determined by income and household size. For more information, call (870) 702-7530, or visit www. arkademia.org. USDA is an equal opportunity provider.

Forgiveness Empowerment

Old St. Paul MB Church will be hosting a special series titled “Forgiveness Empowerment” Wednesdays in September, at 6:30 p.m., featuring guest speaker Pastor Eric Holloway and guest soloist Kevin Decidson on Sept. 7. Sunday worship services at 10 a.m. each Sunday morning. Please join us for live in-person and Zoom and Facebook Sunday School at 8:45 a.m. each Sunday and Facebook live Bible Study each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. @oldstpaul church. Join Host Pastor Frederick Anthony and First Lady Eair Anthony – “We are a church that grows people and glorifies God!”

Bingo night

St. Michael’s Catholic Parish hosts Tuesday Night Bingo every week. Open to everyone ages 18 and up. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Games begin at 7 p.m. Smoke free and alcohol free. Concessions available.

40 & 8 Club

Steak night Wednesdays. Fish fry every third Friday of the month at 152 Legion Road, West Memphis. 735-0866.

Civil Air Patrol

Civil Air Patrol meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the ASU Aviation Technical Center, 737 Taxiway Drive, in West Memphis. Young people ages 12 and up can join the cadet program. Adults are needed to support the cadet program and emergency service operations. For more information contact Lt. Col. Larry Webster at (870) 225-6849 or at hornets 99compsq@aol.com.

‘First Importance’ podcast

First Baptist Church of West Memphis is proud to announce their podcast “First Importance.” Go to www.fbcwmem.org/ media to choose your favorite platform and subscribe. First Baptist Church West Memphis invites you to join us for our morning church service at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. You may also watch our live stream on www.facebook.com, or on YouTube (search for First Baptist Church West Memphis) at 10:30 a.m. Both will be available to watch later on both platforms. If you watch on YouTube please subscribe.

Pets available for adoption

Looking for a Pet? Call the Marion Animal Shelter at 739-5412. Adoption fees are $100 for dogs, $75 for cats. 1101 L.H. Polk Ext. Cash, food and blanket donations gladly accepted.

West Memphis City Council

Meeting schedule: 1:30 p.m., on the first Thursday of each month; 5 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month, at West Memphis City Hall, 205 S. Redding St., in West Memphis. All meetings are open to the public.