Barton-Lexa Volunteer Fire Department

10/13/2026

Something we don't see every day: a Fire Weather Outlook for portions of the Mid-South. This graphic highlights a 40-69% probability of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures overlapping for at least 3 hours alongside dry fuels.

10/11/2026

Been a busy few days for us, from multiple grass/rubbish fires, 18 wheeler fire and MVA with multiple ejections. Everyone remember we are STILL under a BURN BAN. Be safe and hope we don’t se you.

10/04/2026

We’ve had a few inquiries about the Burn Ban. As of right now Phillips County is STILL UNDER A BURN BAN. The little bit of rain we have gotten and cooler temperatures are nice, but it’s gonna take a substantial amount of rain to make the dry conditions better. We know alot of folks, including myself, have piles they need to burn, but please wait. It’s got to eventually rain a significant amount at some point, lol. Thanks.

10/02/2026

📣 Mini Cheer Clinic is Here! 🐻
Calling all future Bear cheerleaders! Students in PreK–6th grade are invited to participate in the Barton Mini Cheer Clinic! Each participant will receive a Mini Cheer shirt.

📅 Practice Schedule
📣 Monday, October 19 • 3:18–4:30 PM
📣 Tuesday, October 20 • 2:00–3:00 PM
📣 Wednesday, October 21 • 3:18–4:30 PM

📍 Participants should meet at the pavilion for all practices.

🏈 Mini Cheerleaders will perform Thursday, October 22 during the 2:30 PM pep rally and again at halftime of the football game!

💵 Cost: $25 per student (Cash only — please send exact change.)

📋 Registration forms and payment are due Friday, October 16. Please complete one form for each participating student.
📄 Download the registration form here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Qyv3ahqD59RCw29hVJbiPDHk-yIGC5ns8ReqT0Ye6oY/edit?usp=sharing

We can’t wait to see our Mini Cheerleaders cheering on the Bears! 📣🐻

09/24/2026

Barton fire personnel, along with Helena-West Helena Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire on Hwy 49 between Walnut Corner and Poplar Grove. Upon arrival a fully involved structure fire was observed. Firefighters were on the scene approximately 3 hours. No occupants were injured and approximately 27,000 gallons of water were used to extinguish the fire.

09/21/2026

Our next SKYWARN course will occur virtually this Thursday. Join us at 6:30 PM to learn all about the storm spotting process. Register at weather.gov/meg/skywarn

09/21/2026

Was made aware and asked about this post today. This is for Phillips County Montana, not here.

Phillips County in Arkansas is STILL under a burn ban.

09/16/2026