Diamond and Pearls was the theme for Red Dress Gala 2024, presented by Community Health Education Foundation. The annual fundraiser was held Feb. 24 at Centennial Hall on the campus of Arkansas State University. Denise Gschwend and Valerie Sills served as co-chairs for the event. Donna Malone served as emcee for the gala, with Mooney Starr serving as the auctioneer. The 2024 Red Dress Gala honorees recognized during the program included Connie Hill, Health Advocate Award; former Mayor Harold Perrin, Ed Way Community Support and Philanthropy Award; Amy Crain, Red Dress Ambassador; Farmers & Merchants Bank, Corporate Community Service & Support Award (Over 50 employees); Pakmail owners Tim and Rhonda Kincade, Corporate Community Service & Support Award (Under 50 Employees). Guests enjoyed dinner, live and silent auctions and dancing to the music of The Sexton Connection of Memphis.