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A Question from a reader… Is garfish good to eat? Some say they are. Answer… There are 4 species of gar in the Midwest but only one is the scourge of Ozark streams.
A Question from a reader… Is garfish good to eat? Some say they are. Answer… There are 4 species of gar in the Midwest but only one is the scourge of Ozark streams.
The North Central Arkansas Military Service Sisters will be holding its June luncheon on Friday, June 28, 2024, at 12 Noon. The location will be Salty Senorita, 1007 Hwy 62 SW, Mountain Home.
Little Rock The Arkansas General Assembly is set to convene for a special session on Monday, June 17. Governor Sanders issued the call earlier this week, highlighting several key agenda items.

The Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, Twin Lakes Unit 30 will be meeting on Wednesday June 19, 2024. The location will be the Heinz-Willett Wellness Center at Good Samaritan Campus, 300 Good Samaritan Drive, Mountain Home.

By Robert Lyons The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be set up in the lower level of the Marion County Fairgrounds Community Building located at 513 East Seawell Ave in Summit everyday until at least Friday, June 14. FEMA is in Marion County to help with registrations and answer any questions the community may have about what assistance is available.

Arkansas Tech University has announced its President’s List and Dean’s List for undergraduate students on its Russellville campus for the spring 2024 semester. A student must record a 3.5 grade point average or higher and complete at least 12 hours of college-level coursework to be named to the Dean’s List.
Friday- Scattered storms possible. High near 89 degrees and a low near 70 degrees.

MAGNOLIA - Kiley Paige Johnson earned a 3.5 GPA or higher in the Spring 2024 semester, securing a reputable position on Southern Arkansas University’s Dean’s List. Johnson is a sophomore Elementary Education (STEM) major from Flippin.

SEARCY- Dawson Walker, a Junior studying civil engineering, is among more than 1,300 Harding University students recognized for their academic excellence from grades achieved during the Spring 2024 semester.
Marion County 4-H will host a free Youth Outdoor Adventure Day on Thursday, June 27, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., according to County Extension 4-H Agent Billie Collins.