Calhoun County News

An explosion that could be heard for miles sent six defense plant workers in south Arkansas to a hospital Monday morning, officials said.

You think coal is "clean"? Try lignite. This soft brown coal is generally best used at its source for power plants and with even worse environmental results than the polluting plants that burn black coal.

Calhoun County might have the smallest population out of Arkansas' 75 counties, but that doesn't mean the county doesn't have a rich history and promising future.

For some people, keeping their home heated in the winter simply costs more than they can afford.

Central Arkansas Development Council will begin accepting applications for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Jan.

In the seat of rural Calhoun County, don't try to fill a prescription, buy a hammer or pick up a bouquet of flowers on Thursday afternoon.