Tournament Parking Update – Please Read
During the Regional Tournament this week, the Renew Church parking lot will be CLOSED to tournament attendees on Wednesday, February 25 and Friday, February 27.
Please do not park in the Renew Church lot on those days.
Spectators should park:
On the Heber Springs School campus, or
In the grass parking lot on the west side of Renew Church
We appreciate everyone’s cooperation as we work to keep traffic flowing smoothly and respect our community partners.
Let’s have a great tournament week and represent Heber Springs well!
Attention Juniors — the ACT is tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25, 2026. This is an important opportunity to show what you know and open doors for your future. Please make sure you are prepared and ready for the day.
ACT Testing Reminders:
• Be in the Old Gym by 7:50 AM — testing will begin promptly
• Bring your Chromebook fully charged
• Get a good night’s sleep tonight
• Eat a healthy breakfast in the morning so you can stay focused
Take your time, stay confident, and do your best. We believe in you and know you will represent Heber Springs High School well.
You’ve got this, Panthers. Go show what you can do.
The 4A-3 Regional Basketball Tournament at Heber Springs High School is an AAA sanctioned event. All Panther fans planning to attend will need to purchase tickets for the specific games they plan to attend through GoFan.
IMPORTANT TICKET INFORMATION:
• Tickets must be purchased online at GoFan.com
• Tickets are $7 per session
• Purchase your tickets in advance to help speed up entry
• Only AAA passes will be accepted
• Conference, district, or school passes will NOT be accepted
• Heber Springs Schools will have staff available at the door to assist with GoFan ticket purchases if needed
Purchase your tickets here:
https://gofan.co/app/school/AR18629
Let’s pack the Panther Den, bring the energy, and show everyone what Panther Nation is all about!
#PantherPride #PantherNation #GoPanthers
Doors Open: 4:00 PM
Game Schedule:
7th Grade Girls – 4:30 PM
7th Grade Boys – 5:30 PM
Junior Girls – 6:30 PM
Junior Boys – 7:30 PM
🚧 Parking Notice
Due to ongoing construction on campus, parking is limited. Security personnel will be on site to help direct traffic and assist with parking. Please plan to arrive early.
🎟️ Game Day Entry Guidelines
In alignment with LRSD guidelines, the following policies will be enforced:
ESTEM High School students must present both a student ID and a valid ticket to enter.
💲 Admission Prices
$5 when purchased online or paid by card
$10 if paying with cash at the door
Online and card payments will also be accepted at the door.
https://gofan.co/event/6058457?schoolId=AR101350
School hours: 7:55 AM – 3:30 PM
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
if you need to access it there. Thank you for your patience.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1F1HKUMekTwkuXraf8YAS8Q7X8Sf6eBOmR4lraK72Ph8/edit?gid=60835509#gid=60835509
School Update – Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Heber Springs Schools will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow, with school hours from 7:55 AM to 3:30 PM. To help ensure student safety, snow routes will remain in effect for select buses for both morning pickup and afternoon drop-off.
Bus Route Update
Bus Routes 1 and 2 will run their normal routes.
Bus Routes 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, and 14 will operate on snow routes.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to prioritize safe transportation for all students. We are currently updating the Excel link with specific pickup times and locations and will share it as soon as it is available.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mrF_-1y7mlcwqJwnMAm1B7MW-dnGe24yL-vMKcw5vIY/edit?tab=t.0
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mrF_-1y7mlcwqJwnMAm1B7MW-dnGe24yL-vMKcw5vIY/edit?tab=t.0
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1F1HKUMekTwkuXraf8YAS8Q7X8Sf6eBOmR4lraK72Ph8/edit?gid=60835509#gid=60835509
Heber Springs Schools will be back in session tomorrow, Monday, February 2, 2026, with a 2-hour delayed start. School buildings will open at 9:30 AM, and classes will begin at 10:00 AM.
Snow routes will be in effect tomorrow morning and tomorrow afternoon. Please refer to the link at the bottom of this post for detailed snow route information.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1F1HKUMekTwkuXraf8YAS8Q7X8Sf6eBOmR4lraK72Ph8/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mrF_-1y7mlcwqJwnMAm1B7MW-dnGe24yL-vMKcw5vIY/edit?tab=t.0
Heber Springs Schools will be offering food bags for K–12 students tomorrow, Friday, January 30, 2026. Food bags may be picked up in the circle drive in front of the Elementary School between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. This service is provided to help support our students and families during this time. If your family could benefit from additional food support, please stop by during the pickup window.
We will continue to monitor conditions and will provide daily updates regarding any further closures. Please stay warm and safe during this winter weather.
The warming center at Renew Church is open. For more information, please contact Connie Moody at 501-206-7777.
The warming center at Renew Church is open. For more information, please contact Connie Moody at 501-206-7777.
The warming center at Renew Church is open. For more information, please contact Connie Moody at 501-206-7777.
The warming center at Renew Church is open. For more information, please contact Connie Moody at 501-206-7777.
The warming center at Renew Church is open. For more information, please contact Connie Moody at 501-206-7777.
Entry & Exit:
Everyone must enter and exit through the main entrance at the top of the gym.
Once the bottom doors are locked, athletes arriving late must also enter from the top.Only coaches and players are allowed in the floor-level area, including after the game. Please stay in the bleachers or upper level for safety and supervision.
Admission & Passes
General Admission: $5 per person.
Students get in FREE for regular season games.
Heber Springs Athletic Passes are accepted for regular season games.
For benefit games and AAA playoff games, only AAA passes are accepted — local passes do not apply.
AAA Indoor Venue Rules (Strictly Enforced)
No handheld signs, noisemakers, or artificial noise devices (cowbells, air horns, etc.) No derogatory or offensive chants, cheers, or gestures toward officials, players, or fans
No fans allowed on the court before, during, or after the game
All spectators must remain in designated seating areas and off the playing surface
Let’s Model Panther Pride
Cheer positively and support all student-athletes.
Respect the officials, even when you don’t agree. They’re human, and yelling from the stands won’t change the outcome.
Avoid coaching from the stands—our athletes need clear direction from their coaches.
Show courtesy and class in every interaction.
Heber Springs Schools – Operating on a Normal Schedule
Heber Springs Schools will be open today, Tuesday, December 2nd, at our regular start time. We will operate on a normal school day schedule, and buses will run their regular routes as usual.
We look forward to seeing everyone today. Please drive safely, and thank you for your patience during this round of winter weather.
Any updates will be shared through text message and our social media channels.
Thank you for your patience, and please stay safe.