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February 8, 2023
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Charlton Recreation Area Now on Reservation System
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public property By Trey Youngdahl
Lawrence Suspect Arraigned
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Ashley In Arkansas
A wreck at the intersection of Cherry Street and Highway 71 led to a truck hitting a signal light pole at the corner of the Northside Shopping Center parking lot. The
wreck occurred on Sat., Jan. 28, at approximately 6:30 p.m. and involved a 2022 Dodge Dually and a late model Toyota Tundra. “All I heard was a loud boom and tires screech,” Russell Cellular employee Teagan Rose said.
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A 2022 Dodge Dually collided with a Toyota Tundra and came to rest against a signal light pole at the corner of Highway 71 and Cherry Street. (Trey Youngdahl/Pulse)
A Tale Of Two Bears
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HOT SPRINGS, Ark. — Campers looking to reserve a campsite on the Ouachita National Forest will now use the national reservation system to book a site at Charlton Recreation Area on the Caddo-Womble District. “This is a really exciting new step for us and is part of our goal to provide a higher level of customer service,” District Ranger Amanda Gee said, “This is a great benefit especially to those who make the long drive to enjoy this scenic, natural location on the forest.” This location will now be 100% reservable, which is a change from the previous first-come, first-served availability. It is reservable online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Sites can be booked up to six months in advance. The recreation area opens for the 2023 season on May 1 and closes Nov. 1. Site fees range from $15-$40, depending on amenities desired, which can include electricity, water, and sewer. There is an $8 processing fee to reserve. Charlton Campground is located 20 miles west of Hot Springs National Park along Highway 270 West. The campground consists of three loops with 46 campsites, ranging from primitive to fully equipped. Bathhouses with warm showers and flush toilets are available. Known as one of the coldest swimming sites in the state of Arkansas, the cool water temperatures can be enjoyed throughout the summer months. For additional information about the campground, please contact the district at (870) 867-2101.