As reported on Lake Area Weekly, a black bear was reported near Fairfield Bay, Arkansas. Residents are urged to use caution in the area. Contacting the Arkansas Game and Fish for guidance is advised if…
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WATCH: Large Crowd At Fairfield Bay Event Despite Rain Fears
A large crowd arrived at Fairfield Bay’s Blues & BBQ event despite rain concerns. The main event at this festival was the Memphis BBQ Network competition. BBQ Ribs and Pulled Pork was entered for a…
Grand Opening Gave Away Over 200 Hotdogs Within Hours
Big news for Fairfield Bay. It all went down on Wednesday morning with a completely packed parking lot in the small town. Harps Foods had a grand opening in the city of Fairfield Bay. It…
Fairfield Bay Hotel To Remain Open After Major Deal Signed
It’s official. The Fairfield Bay Community Club will take over operations of the Fairfield Bay Cobblestone Inn. The hotel will be leased and operated by the Fairfield Bay Community Club. You can view a copy…
Fairfield Bay Awarded $5,000 Grant To Promote “Patriot Fest”
The announcement was made on Lake Area Weekly. The city of Fairfield Bay applied for a $5,000 grant. The city was officially awarded the grant for a new event called “Patriot Fest.” Fairfield Bay has…
“Treasure Hunt” Lake Adventure Planned On Greers Ferry Lake
Are you ready for a hunt? The Fairfield Bay Yacht Club is hosting a scavenger hunt on May 17, 2025. The event will take place at Fairfield Bay Marina from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.…
Fairfield Bay Launches Special Committee To Get Input From Public
Have an idea? Tell them about it. Fairfield Bay, AR, kicked off “Fairfield Bay 2035: A Strategic Vision for Our Community” on May 6, 2025, aiming to enhance the city’s vibrancy and sustainability. The initiative,…
Arkansas Woman Arrested And Charged With Arson
She’s been charged with arson in Arkansas. Bobbie Jo Turner, a 41-year-old woman from Morrilton, Arkansas, was arrested on April 28, 2025 according to Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office, at 2:54 p.m. She faces charges…
Rare Earthquake Felt In Clinton, Arkansas Area
It was reportedly quite large for the area. A rare event for Van Buren County, Arkansas. A 2.4 magnitude earthquake struck 6.8 miles west of Clinton, Arkansas, on April 28, 2025. Official details have been…
Harps Foods Announces Expansion Into Fairfield Bay
Big news for Fairfield Bay. Harps Food Stores, Inc. has agreed to acquire Craven Foods, a beloved grocery store in Fairfield Bay, Arkansas. The transition will see Craven Foods close on May 19, 2025, and…
