10 Minutes Matter
Research has shown that 90 percent of a person’s brain develops in the first five years of life. That is why a child’s experiences and relationships during that time are critically important.
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School Safety
Little Rock – The Arkansas School Safety Commission is meeting frequently to have an initial report ready for the governor and legislators by August 1. The commission has been charged with updating its original report, which was issued in November of 2018.
Independence Day at Arkansas State Parks
Today I’d like to talk about the Fourth of July, or Independence Day, in Arkansas, the state with enough lakes, rivers, hiking trails, and outdoor festivals to accommodate 3 million Arkansans and visitors as we celebrate the 246 years of our Nation’s independence. And of particular importance, is our beautiful state parks.
Congressional Award: Recognizing Tomorrow’s Leaders
If you are like me, there were few days on the calendar that I looked forward to more than the last day of school when I was young. As a parent, I understand how challenging the summer months are to keeping kids busy. Communities offer specialized programs to engage youth through public library reading programs, sports camps and Boys and Girls Clubs. For young people aiming to challenge themselves and make a difference in the lives of others, there is the Congressional Award.
Rutledge Warns of Skyrocketing Energy Prices During the Summer
Little Rock – As summer begins, Arkansas is likely to experience heat waves causing energy bill increases for many. Arkansans have already seen a tremendous rise in energy prices due to previous severe weather, inflation, supply chain issues, the cancellation of the Keystone XL pipeline, and the halting of domestic oil and gas drilling. Attorney General Leslie Rutledge is urging all Arkansans to take precautions to prepare their home and finances with the squelching summer months to come.
A Petrified Bass
My uncle Norten has been gone for several years now but I came across this story recently that I thought today’s readers might enjoy. It is almost 20 years old.
Bylines, Blues, & BBQ; Tri-State Press Convention 2022, Memphis, TN Part Two; Presentation of Awards
Arkansas Press Association Board of Directors; Ellen Kreth, President, Lori Freeze, First Vice President, Eliza Gaines, Second Vice President, Rusty Turner, Immediate Past President, Tom White, Britt Talent, Kelly Fruendensprung, John Robert Schirmer, Jennifer Allen.
Adventures on a Tankful
This week we are taking a trip to some parks and caves in Branson. Be sure and visit websites of the places you would like to go and look for discounted tickets to make your trip more economical friendly. Some of these are also free to the public.
Undefeated 2022 Tri-City Coach Pitch Champions
Pictured are: Bottom Row, left to right: Quinten Foreman, Malachi Romero, E.J. Schmidt, Judah Rogers, Brody Gibson, Ace Bradley.
A local, first-hand account
Growing up in a family of athletes and coaches, I’ve been around (and loved) sports my entire life. But, before Title IX became law in 1972, there were very few opportunities for me and many other girls around the country to play organized sports. I and my friends didn’t really question that. It was what it was, and it was all we’d ever known. I did kind of wonder, when my mom talked about playing on state championship basketball teams in high school, why I didn’t have that opportunity. But none of the girls I knew ahead of me in school had, so, again, it was what it was.