Crittenden County Democrats, Republicans set up shop for push toward Nov. 5 vote

Jr, County Assessor Kim Hollowell, DPA Strategic Director Will Watson, and various candidates such as Jessie McGruder and Lincoln Barnett. Thula Thomas, who is running for Quorum Court District

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8 and West Memphis Mayor Marco McClendon were also present to show their support for the newly established headquarters.

The event saw a large turnout of supporters and local members of the Democratic Party who gathered to celebrate the occasion. Attendees were treated to food and refreshments as they mingled and discussed important political issues.

The festivities began with a ribbon cutting, followed by a training session that included Block Captain Training from 9:30 to 11:30am. Additionally, the event marked the inaugural meeting of the Young Democrats Chapter of Crittenden County, with six students from the Marion School District in attendance.

“I’m really excited about the Young Democrats Chapter.” said Chair of the CCDP Mike Ford, “It has been a goal of mine for a really long time. We hope to include more students from the West Memphis School District and others in the very near future.”

During the event, a significant donation was presented to three candidates – Jessie McGruder, Thula Thomas, and Lincoln Barnett – to support their campaigns.

All funding for the headquarters comes from local support and donations. Those interested in learning more about the Crittenden County Democratic Party are encouraged to visit the headquarters at 113 E. Broadway, which is open from Tuesday through Sunday or they may attend the next official meeting Monday, Sept. 9, at 6 p.m.

County GOP up & running

The Crittenden County Republican Party recently opened a new headquarters at 223 E. Broadway in West Memphis, joining the flurry of activity as election season begins to heat up. The opening of the headquarters was attended by nearly 50 people, including two Arkansas State Representatives from Blytheville and McCory.

The event featured speeches from various Republican candidates, including RPA State Chair Joseph Wood, RPA Coordinator Lexi Brammer, State Representative Candidates Tammi Bell and Robert Thorne Jr, and Quorum Court Candidates Brad Moore and Sidney Hardin. The opening and closing remarks were made by CCRP Chair Wayne Croom.

“For too long Eastern Arkansas has been left no option but to vote for the Democrat Party.” said Croom, “We’re changing that and giving voters a choice by opening the Republican Party of Arkansas Victory Office in West Memphis. We were overwhelmed with the support and outpouring of volunteer signups by everyday Arkansans ready to make a difference.”

Attendees of the event enjoyed fellowship, food, and refreshments as they gathered to support the local Republican Party and its candidates. The headquarters opening is part of the party’s efforts to boost their numbers ahead of upcoming local, state, and federal elections.

For more information about the Crittenden County Republican Party and their activities, interested individuals can contact Max Bonner at max@arkansasgop.org.