Quinto Garufi of Flippin
Quinto Joseph Garufi, 67, of Flippin, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026. He was born on July 20, 1958, in Wichita, Kansas, to Joseph and Vivian Abotta Garufi.
August 2026
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Bobby Combs of Jonesboro
Bobby Joe Combs, born August 10, 1948, in Jonesboro, passed away on August 12, 2026. Bobby spent most of his life in Harrison, where he built a life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and a deep love for the land he farmed.
Marion County Burn Ban
Due to extremely dry conditions and an elevated wildfire risk, Marion County has enacted a countywide Burn Ban that will be effective immediately and until further notice.
Flippin Recorder
The Flippin city recorder position is not available to be on the election ballot until 2028. The position runs opposite of the Mayor/ Council races.
Things to know: The General Election
By Robert Lyons The General Election in Marion County is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Early voting begins Monday, October 19 until Monday, November 2, 2026.
CENTRAL AR TO HOST ANNUAL GREAT SOUTHERN STONE SKIPPING CHAMPIONSHIPS
For the first time, the beautiful banks of the Arkansas River will host the annual Great Southern Stone Skipping Championships. It will take place on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Murray Park boat launch in Little Rock beginning at 9:00 a.m. Proceeds go to area hunger relief non-profits.
Leslie Williams Band at BSTA
We have two shows this month and these shows will also be the last shows at Bull Shoals Theater as I am being told. Make sure you come out and support the Theater and the Bands.