News Staff

News Staff

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR:

Recently, Ukraine has been arming their citizens with AK-47 rifles and plenty of ammo. Does armed militia ring any bells? At this time, Ukraine families are escaping death by traveling to Poland and other safe zones. The men then tell their wives and children that he must return to Ukraine to defend his country. Needless to say, many will not return.

BSCC Special Meeting approves vehicle purchase

Bull Shoals Public Works Department has two new pickup trucks and a dump bed with hoist thanks to quick action by Bull Shoals City Council. Council met in a special meeting March 22nd to approve three resolutions authorizing the purchase one used F-450 Crew Cab pickup, one new 2022 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab pickup truck and one new Crysteel E-tipper dump body and hoist that fits the Ram 3500 pickup. In roll call votes all three resolutions were unanimously approved.

Start This Year’s Garden Preparation with a Soil Test

Growing a beautiful landscape starts with the soil under your feet. The best place to start building a healthy soil foundation is with a soil test. The results will tell you what type and how much, if any, fertilizer is needed for the plants you are growing. Using the right type and amount of fertilizer is also good for your budget and the environment.

Cooking with Mumzy!

Hello friends and readers of the Mountaineer Echo, I hope this week finds you all healthy and in happy spirits. The calendar says it is Spring, but the temperature outside says different. I am ready for it to get warmer. But defiantly not ready for 100 degrees. I will take the 80’s all year long please. So, I hope everyone had a great Spring Break. We had a good one, didn’t really do too much just worked and enjoyed time with the family. This week I am giving you some recipes of Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches which I find very tasty. Also here are a few things that I love to eat with peanut butter, it is a good snack and when added with apples, celery, crackers, strawberries, it is a refreshing taste. Enjoy and have a great week, and Remember All the Little Things in Life, enjoy them and savor every moment.

Struggles for homeowners

Whether it was due to a job loss, reduction in income or increased costs in healthcare, many homeowners fell behind in mortgage payments and utilities during the pandemic. If you or someone you know is behind on payments, we want to direct your attention to a resource that could help.

Effects of the Covid-19 pandemic

LITTLE ROCK – The Arkansas tourism industry is recovering from the devastating impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Based on collections of the state two percent tourism tax, the industry now exceeds pre-pandemic levels of economic activity.

Remembering the Sacrifices of America’s Brave

Honoring our veterans is an important part of reflecting on the service and the sacrifice of millions of brave men and women who have stood in defense of our nation. We demonstrate our appreciation for the courage and bravery of the Armed Forces with fitting tributes from the National Mall in the nation’s capital to communities throughout Arkansas.

Women’s History Month

This is women’s history month, and it is important to recognize their contributions. With just slightly more than 50% of Americans being women, it’s not hard to imagine how much of an impact they have on our country.