Times Have Changed (But Maybe Not As Much As We Think)
Something happened last week that served as a stark reminder how much times have changed. My home was broken into while I was away for a few days.
September 2022
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Milligan Discusses Investment Division Restructuring
Little Rock – When Treasurer of State Dennis Milligan took office in 2015, one of the first things he did was conduct an in-depth review of the investment policies of the state, to become fully knowledgeable of the types of investments that were allowed under law. “We’re limited in the types of investments that we can make, and for good reason.
LRAFB partners with Forge Institute to implement STARBASE ARKANSAS
Through LRAFB, the Department of Defense has approved funding for Forge Institute to open STARBASE Arkansas, a STEM-focused training program geared towards 5th graders Key Facts ● Forge Institute and the 19th Airlift Wing (through the Oice of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower and Reserve Affairs) are partnering to provide Arkansas’ STARBASE program.
Ouachita’s enrollment growth
ARKADELPHIA – Enrollment continues to grow at Ouachita Baptist University, where a Fall 2022 headcount of 1,784 is the university’s highest in 56 years. Total enrollment, up 17.6 percent since 2016, includes a cohort of 445 first-time freshmen that has distinguished itself academically.
Jen Hoss named VP and general counsel for AECC/AECI
LITTLE ROCK - Jen Hoss has been named as the vice president and general counsel for Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC)/Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI). She joined the cooperatives as assistant general counsel in 2020.
$18.7 Million Gift to Double Nursing Grads
Friday, September 9, 2022, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith announced the largest single gift in its 94-year history – a transformational $18.7 million from the Windgate Foundation that will radically empower the university’s acclaimed nursing and visual arts programs. The gift addresses critical needs in the Arkansas River Valley, creating a pathway to dramatically increase nursing graduates and cultivating an immersive arts experience for students and the public through the expansion of the Windgate Art and Design building and its offerings.
Flippin Annual 2022 Community School Update Notice
The Flippin School District will hold its Annual 2022 Community School Update on Sunday, September 25, at 1:00 p.m. in the HS Library. The public is encouraged to attend. This informational meeting will cover the goal of Title I, Part A of the ESEA Act, parent rights, parent engagement, curriculum and assessment, and the district’s annual academic performance report.
Bull Shoals Food Pantry Fundraisers
Bull Shoals Food Pantry helps feed the hungry – free to their many clients but sometimes they ask you to pay for a great meal to help raise the funds needed to help others in the community who do not have enough food.
BHA to hold Fundraising Event
Baxter Health Auxiliary (BHA) will hold a 2 day Thomas Fundraiser- at the hospital Lagerborg Dining Room. The Quilt and comfort sets, Sherpa throws, Bamboo memory foam pillows, and all sizes/colors of extra deep pocket sheets will be available on Monday,September 26 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, September 27 from 7:am to 3:00pm.
Interested in learning about the Trail of Tears through our area???
The Three Rivers Chapter of the Arkansas Archaeological Society (A.A.S.), will meet at 1:00 on Saturday, September 24, at the Donald W. Reynolds Library in Mountain Home.