Washington – As near record-high inflation and surging gas prices squeeze companies and families’ budgets nationwide, U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) is embarking on a regional tour to hear directly from community leaders, business owners, industry representatives and local Arkansans about the challenges they are experiencing in the current economic climate.
Average gasoline prices in Arkansas have fallen 14.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.43/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 1,826 stations in Arkansas. Prices in Arkansas are 70.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 57.7 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has declined 14.8 cents in the last week and stands at $5.27 per gallon.
Terry Clausen, Marketing Coordinator, Graphic Designer Mountain Home – The best-used book sale in the state is back this weekend, and best of all, the proceeds of the book sale will benefit Library programs and events. This week, Thursday, August 18 – Saturday, August 20, enjoy a great selection of books, including many hardcover books under $3 and paperbacks priced at under $1.
It’s been another busy, busy week at Have a Heart...and we love it! In addition to our local dog and cat adoptions, we sent six dogs to new homes in Massachusetts where their forever families were waiting for them, and 18 puppies went to Missouri where they will have much greater chances to find loving homes.
Peggy Mason contributing Columnist Diving ducks completely submerge themselves underwater to grab aquatic vegetation from the bottom or chase food, such as fish or invertebrates. They have adapted narrower, pointier, and overall smaller wings, which are perfect for swimming underwater.
Have-A-Heart Pet Shelter This week, meet Flurry! This beautiful little girl is a fluffy long-haired brown tabby, almost three months old. She was brought into the Shelter with her brothers and sisters, some of which were Siamese.
Robert Lyons, Editor of the Mountaineer Echo It is that time of year. School is starting back, and students will be out walking to the local schools.
Peggy Mason contributing Columnist Head to almost any water habitat, and you are likely to see at least a few ducks swimming around. You will be amazed at all the ducks that can be seen around the state of Arkansas.
Bull Shoals Theater is proud to welcome Indgo 27 to the Stage Friday, August 12, at 7 p.m. If you miss the last show, you missed a great show.
Breakfast: Monday: Cereal, yogurt, fruit cocktail, juice & milk variety Tuesday: Pancake on a stick, pears, juice & milk variety Wednesday: French toast sticks, fresh fruit, juice & milk variety Thursday: Buttermilk biscuit, turkey sausage, peaches, juice & milk variety Friday: Bacon & egg squares, mixed fruit, juice & milk variety Monday: Pizza, Sweet Waffle fries, corn, applesauce, milk variety Tuesday: Hamburger, curly fries, sandwich veggies, tropical fruit, milk variety, ketchup Wednesday: Beef Steak fingers, mashed potatoes, black eyed peas, peaches, hot rolls, milk variety Thursday: Chicken Strips, mac & cheese, green peas, tossed salad, fruit cocktail, milk variety Friday: Beef spaghetti, seasoned green beans, tossed salad, pears, Italian bread, milk variety, ranch dressing .
