The Good News and the People Making it Happen

The month of July always makes me nostalgic with all the patriotic vibes of the holiday.

Coming from a military family background, I guess it is natural that I value loyalty to country and respect for the principles of America. So, I enjoy all the patriotic displays and family fun that comes with celebrating the 4th.

It always seems that the 4th is the very hottest day of the year, but that may be because we put on the Paragould Fireworks Show and usually are at Rotary Softball Park from mid-morning until midnight. Except for the fact that it is hot and exhausting, I love the community spirit of this event more than any other event we do.

No one likes war … we all want peace. Even with all that is going on in this crazy world, I hope each of you takes time to honor the fact that we live in a free country – “Home of the Free, Because of the Brave.”

-Dina Mason, General Manager & Publisher

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While there are many times throughout the year to celebrate those who make their mark as heroes, whether it be in the military, or through police or fire service, or perhaps by leading our children in the classroom, we took note of a special day set aside in July.

National Heroes Day, which is celebrated on July 20th, is designed specifically to recognize everyday heroes and honor their contributions to their communities and their country.

Sometimes everyday people become heroes due to extraordinary circumstances, such as an accident, severe weather or other tragedies. But sometimes, they can become a hero by doing a simple act or even just offering kindness when needed.

It seemed a natural fit for this month’s magazine to recognize the ability of individuals to become life-saving heroes through blood, bone marrow or organ donation.

We learned quickly that these heroes can come in all shapes and sizes, including the four-legged variety.

I hope you find some inspiration in these pages and that we all can find a way to be a hero to somebody!

-Gretchen Hunt, Content Manager & Graphic Designer

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About Premiere Magazine

Northeast Arkansas' Community Magazine

We look for stories about people serving their community in both big and small ways in hopes that these stories inspire others to do good, too. We also cover local events and share information about upcoming opportunities. We include stories from Paragould, Jonesboro, and surrounding areas.

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