News & Press Releases

EVENT • Oct 23, 2026

The Newport Area Chamber of Commerce is looking for teams to participate in the annual “Trashiest Team” Cleanup Contest during the Great Arkansas Clean-Up on Friday, October 23, or Saturday, October 24. Gather a team from your business, organization, or community group and help clean approximately one mile of roadway while competing for the Trashiest Team trophy! Teams will meet at Lockwood Park at 9:00 a.m. on their selected day, and trash bags and disposable gloves will be provided, along with free T-shirts while supplies last. Registration is due Wednesday, October 21. Click here to register your team. Let’s work together to clean up Newport!

EVENT • Apr 17, 2026

Pot O' Gold is BACK! Join us Friday, April 17 at The Vault 1916 for a chance to win $10,000.

EVENT • Feb 19, 2026

The Newport Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to invite you to our 88th Chamber Luncheon — celebrating local business achievements and community partnerships.

EVENT • Jan 13, 2026

A new pet-friendly cafe and market opens on Main Street, offering specialty coffee, local goods, and a welcoming space for the community.

EVENT • Dec 12, 2025

What an amazing night at Newport's Christmas parade! Congratulations to the float winners.

EVENT • Dec 1, 2025

Our local retailers have everything you need on your shopping list — the 2025 "Shop Til You Drop" holiday campaign is officially underway!

EVENT • Nov 20, 2025

A ribbon cutting was held for Seibert Real Estate in Swifton to welcome our newest Chamber member!

EVENT • Nov 17, 2025

Newport welcomes Sharks Fish & Chicken with a ribbon cutting at 2210 Malcolm Avenue!

EVENT • Nov 13, 2025

Join us for a ribbon cutting at Sharks Fish and Chicken, 2210 Malcolm Avenue in Newport for their grand opening!

EVENT • Nov 6, 2025

A ribbon cutting was held at John 3:17 Ministry for The Anchor Cottage, the fifth and final cottage for its faith-based recovery program.

EVENT • Nov 3, 2025

Enter your business or organization tree in this friendly tree-decorating competition at Tech Depot!

EVENT • Oct 28, 2023

Downtown merchants welcome trick-or-treaters for a safe and fun Halloween experience.