CONWAY — Monday marked the opening day of the eight-week summer program for the Conway Parks and Recreation Department as well as the new rec department opening its doors for the first time at Kennett Middle School. And by all reports, there were plenty of happy campers.
“There are a few kinks we need to work out, but overall, I’m really pleased with how things went,” said Conway Parks and Rec Director John Eastman said as he wrapped up a 12-hour day at the site.
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