El Dorado has evolved from an oil town into an area rich in southern charm and history. Explore our website to learn more about what makes El Dorado unique and special
Living in El Dorado means knowing your neighbors' names and faces. It means your children will go to college, thanks to the El Dorado Promise. And it means you’ll be part of a community that is continually working to create an even better place to live.
From healthcare to energy to education to professional services, El Dorado and Union County offer an opportunity to everyone.
Whether you're looking for something good to eat or something fun to do, El Dorado has it all. From our nationally-recognized Downtown to the variety of family and cultural activities, you don't have to look hard to find something entertaining.
HOPE Landing held a special dedication ceremony and ribbon-cutting for the Barbara Barton Matheney Children's Clinic of HOPE.
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SAAC Artists Reception Jan. 28, A reception will be held in the South Arkansas Arts Center galleries to celebrate the January artists. |
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Symphony: Imagine the Future Jan. 28, This concert performed by the South Arkansas Symphony features two tremendous prodigal talents. |
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Dale Carnegie Breakfast Workshop: Dealing with Difficult People Jan. 31, The Chamber will host the members-only breakfast workshop Dealing with Difficult People. |
Voted as having "America's Best Downtown” in 2009, El Dorado, Arkansas has become an area rich in southern charm and history. In 2011, El Dorado earned two City of Distinction Awards from Arkansas
Business, taking top honors for Mainstreet Preservation and
Quality of Life. Other people are noticing the jewel that is
El Dorado; come visit and learn why!
Preservation Society Program: Stories from the Past
Posted Jan. 23, 2012
February's Preservation Society program will feature local historian Carolyn Williams discussing Stories from the Past: An African-American Family in Union County and North Louisiana.
Relay for Life, News-Times Win Awards
Posted Jan. 24, 2012
The Union County Relay for Life and The El Dorado News-Times won awards for their roles in making the Union County relay one of the most successful relays in the nation.
Posted Jan. 23, 2012
February's Preservation Society program will feature local historian Carolyn Williams discussing Stories from the Past: An African-American Family in Union County and North Louisiana.
Relay for Life, News-Times Win Awards
Posted Jan. 24, 2012
The Union County Relay for Life and The El Dorado News-Times won awards for their roles in making the Union County relay one of the most successful relays in the nation.















