Leadership Searcy

09/10/2026

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09/10/2026

Ok i may have gotten a little carried away with the pics but what a GREAT DAY for all of you!!

09/10/2026

More pics from 4H day!!!

09/10/2026

Help us celebrate the 2026/2027 Leadership Searcy Class! This group kicked off their year on September 3rd and 4th, and they truly learned the ropes, starting with a visit to Fire Station 2 here in Searcy before heading to The Vines Arkansas 4-H Center in Little Rock for a day on the ropes course.

A big thank you to the Searcy Fire Department for hosting the class at Fire Station 2, to First United Methodist Church for keeping everyone hydrated with drinks, and to the Vines Center for an amazing day of team building.

Meet the 2026/2027 Leadership Searcy Class:

Logan Guy-William English, Pruitt Agency
Max Robert Master, Harding University
Meagan AnnMarie Byers, Unity Health Foundation
Jacob Dixon, Regions Bank
James Andrew Bowles, 501 Hospitality Group of Searcy
Dana Renee Bowles, Johnny Paine LLC and RibCrib
Ryan Bruce Tharp, Searcy Industrial Products
Jeremy Lee Toney, Mohr Air Conditioning and Plumbing
Shawn Nichole Orvis, ASU-Beebe Workforce
Julia Noelle Lewis, Cintas Corporation
Jeremy Blake Williams, Charlie's Auto Paint and Body
Karsen Leigh Pistokache, Bryce Corporation
Brandon C. Moody, Searcy PD
Braden Ridge Stewart, Centennial Bank
Bailey Victoria Snellgrove, Unity Health
Nicole Katlyn Kallsnick, White River Now
Robin L. Johnson, Arkansas State University-Beebe
Ashlee Sheree Dobbs, Arcare
Eliza Rogers Jennings, Buck C. Gibson, P.A.
James Paul Fullerton, First Security Bank
Theresa Smithson, Timothy Hill Ranch
Boglarka Whitaker, First Community Bank
Anthony Blake Noland, First Community Bank
Deborah Dare, White County Aging Program, Inc.
James Heaton, Unity Health

Congratulations, class! We can't wait to see what you accomplish this year.

09/10/2026

More photos from Arkansas 4H Vines Center.

08/21/2026

It's official! Leadership Searcy NextGen has launched! 🎉

We are so excited to introduce our newest initiative a premier leadership development program, modeled after Leadership Searcy, built just for high school juniors in our community!

Leadership Searcy NextGen is now accepting applications, and we need YOUR help spreading the word. Do you know a rising 11th grader in Searcy Public Schools, Riverview School District, or Harding Academy who's ready to grow as a leader, connect with local decision-makers, and make a real impact on where they live?

Please share this post let's make sure every current sophomore (rising junior) in our community hears about this opportunity!

👉 Follow the new page for all the details: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61593244456574

Application are available through your high school counselor's office and are are due by August 28th.

The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow, help us find them! 💙

Leadership Searcy NEXTGEN is a premier leadership development program for high school juniors that provides meaningful leadership and networking opportunities.

06/23/2026

One of the beautiful things about Leadership Searcy is that the connections don't stop when the program ends...they turn into ACTION. And this summer, that action is feeding kids! 🙌

Our fellow alumni are behind an incredible partnership between the Searcy Fire Department and First United Methodist Church to collect non-perishable food for children in the Searcy and Riverview School Districts.

This is Leadership Searcy in action, y'all. Let's show up for our community!

👇 Share the post below and drop off donations at any Searcy Fire Station. Every can, every pack of crackers, every cup of applesauce makes a difference.

Hunger doesn't take a summer break and NEITHER CAN WE.

The Searcy Fire Department is leading the charge this summer, collecting non-perishable food donations for children in both the Searcy and Riverview School Districts, and we are honored to help amplify their efforts. You can make a difference by dropping off any of the items listed below at any Searcy Fire Station:

✅ Ramen Noodles
✅ Chef Boyardee Ravioli
✅ Applesauce Cups
✅ Pop Tarts
✅ Peanut Butter Crackers
✅ Non-perishable food items

We are grateful to bring awareness to a need that exists right here in our own backyard. Leadership Searcy made the connection. You can make the difference.

04/08/2026

From higher education to K-12 innovation, workforce readiness, technology, and student leadership, this session highlighted just how intentional our schools and institutions are in preparing the next generation for success.

Our day began at Harding University, where Dr. Jean-Noel Thompson, Executive Vice President, shared the importance of intentional community connection and the university’s role in strengthening Searcy’s future. We also heard from Anna Yingling with the Career Center for Excellence, followed by an outstanding presentation from Dr. Joe Faith on how AI is influencing businesses, complete with practical takeaways our class can apply immediately. The Harding visit wrapped up with a stop at the indoor training arena, one of the 10 largest in the United States, and a great conversation with Paul Simmons, General Manager of Harding Bison Football program.

The afternoon continued at Searcy Public Schools, where Dr. Bobby Hart welcomed the class and leaders Megan Churchwell, Katie Lawson, and Betsy Bailey shared how the district is advancing the 3E’s: Employment, Enrollment, and Enlistment. We were especially impressed by the Southwest Middle School YES Competition winners, who confidently showcased their business pitch skills, and the Alpha Junior High robotics team, whose demonstration reflected the creativity, teamwork, and competitive spirit being cultivated in our students. A meaningful presentation from Natalie Gosdin on the Special Services Circles Program added even more perspective on the incredible support systems in place for student success.

We then visited Arkansas State University-Beebe Searcy, where Dr. Jennifer Methvin shared valuable enrollment and program data before guiding the class through the many academic and workforce pathways available on campus. The day concluded with a visit from Riverview Superintendent Stan Stratton, who helped round out the broader picture of education’s role across White County.

👏 A heartfelt thank you to every educator, administrator, student, and institution who invested time in our Leadership Searcy class. Your willingness to open your doors, share your vision, and provide a new perspective on education in our area made this session incredibly impactful. The future of our community is brighter because of the work each of you is doing every day.

02/20/2026

Thank you to Tommy Land, Arkansas Land Commissioner, and his staff for spending time with Leadership Searcy during our Capitol visit.

SSearcy Regional Chamber of CommerceAArkansas Commissioner of State Lands

02/20/2026

It was a great day at the State Capitol! We want to thank the following for their hospitality.
Tommy Land, Land Commissioner
Blake Rollins, The Poultry Federation (Annie & Kylie)
State Representative Les Eaves
Senator Jonathan Dismang
Jimmy Harris, Special Advisor for External Affairs – US Senator Boozman’s Office
Randy Zook & Candice Lawrence - Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce