UCA hosts 36th annual Community Development Institute
150 leaders from across the Midsouth attended five-day event CONWAY—The University of Central Arkansas hosted the 36th annual Community Development Institute earlier this month. More than 150 community leaders from across the Midsouth region participated in the five-day training session which culminated in a graduation and award ceremony. President and CEO of the El Dorado-Union County Chamber of Commerce Bill Luther received the Bill Miller Community Development Award as recognition for his long-standing leadership and support of CDI. This award recognizes an individual who has had a significant, positive impact on UCA’s Community Development Institute. Luther, who is a 2007 […]
First day of school means Fall has arrived even if the weather doesn’t feel like it yet
Monday, August 22, 2022 is the first day of school in Conway. It is also the first day of school in Greenbrier and Vilonia. Mayflower starts back on Tuesday, the 23rd. That means all of the local public schools as well as our local private schools will be back in session this week! UCA and Hendrix College start back this week as well. Central Baptist College started late last week. St. Joseph and Conway Christian Schools have also started back. There is so much to be aware of once the kids go back to school. The weather may not feel […]
Conway Scene Show: Season 3 of the podcast kicks off in September
Season 3 of the Conway Scene Show is coming in September 2022. Are you ready for more interviews and more stories? I’m going to level with you. Last fall when I started doing podcasts, I didn’t know where it would go. I started it as an idea to complement the Weekly emails. Thus, as I went forward, I just called it the Weekly. Then it morphed. It morphed into the Weekly at Conway Scene or the Weekly by Conway Scene. When I started doing the podcast again in early 2022, I started interviewing people, eventually leaving behind those solo shows. […]
Red Curtain Theatre Offers Sing-A-Long Performance of The Sound of Music
Added performance of The Sound of Music will be first of its kind CONWAY, AR – In response to demand and requests, Red Curtain Theatre is adding a performance to its schedule this weekend where participants will be able to sing along with the cast members. The added performance will be a Saturday matinee at 2:00 p.m. “Our ticket sales for the first weekend of performances were great, but so many audience members were asking if they were allowed to sing along with the cast members during the show,” said Kristen Dickerson, Co-Owner of Red Curtain Theatre and Executive Producer […]
Jammin’ and Jivin’ in Conway’s Live Music Scene
If you’re searching for some good company and good tunes, look no further! Conway has a variety of live music venues to choose from and Conway Scene is about to give you the lowdown on some of the most popular spots. Kings Live Music Starting off strong in Downtown, we have Kings Live Music. Whether it be live music, karaoke or an open mic, there’s something for everyone! Live music Wednesday-Saturday means the weekend warriors and 9-5 workers have equal opportunities to check out this pub space. For a full calendar of events, check their website. JJ’s Grill Looking for […]
Conway Corp Recognized By Cablefax Magazine For Wampus Cats Sports Coverage
Conway, AR—Conway Corp has been recognized by Cablefax Magazine as a Regional Rainmaker for High School Sports Programming. Conway Corp has broadcast every Conway High School football game since 2001 along with broadcasting select basketball, baseball, softball and soccer games. The company will kick off its 22nd season of Wampus Cat football on September 2. Cablefax Magazine’s annual Top Ops edition honors companies whose influence often spans multiple states. In addition to those honorees, this year the magazine honored individuals and companies whose influence is on the local community it serves with its inaugural list of Regional Rainmakers. “Conway Corp […]
UCA names Amanda Horton executive director of Public Appearances
Horton to oversee new Windgate Center, Reynolds Performance Hall CONWAY–The University of Central Arkansas has named Amanda Horton as executive director of Public Appearances, overseeing the soon-to-open Windgate Center for Fine and Performing Arts, as well as the Reynolds Performance Hall. “It’s been an honor to serve the UCA campus and central Arkansas community by presenting world-renowned performing arts events at Reynolds Performance Hall. I’m thrilled with the opportunity to build upon this work with the addition of the Windgate Fine and Performing Arts Center that will showcase a variety of arts disciplines with its multiple event spaces,” Horton said. […]
Bookcase Project banquet returns October 20 with Key as speaker
Johnny Key, state education Secretary, will deliver the keynote speech at the Conway Kiwanis Bookcase Project’s annual banquet on October 20, 2022. The banquet will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Bob and Betty Courtway Middle School, 1200 Bob Courtway Drive, Conway. Supper and entertainment will be provided, the latter by the Fat Soul Band, a network of musicians in central Arkansas who specialize in sing-along pop, country and rock music. On March 25, 2015, Key began serving as the Commissioner of the Arkansas Department of Education, now known as the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education. […]