Kerwood for Justice
Leslie Kerwood, Republican, is officiallyannouncing her candidacy for the position of Justice of the Peace, District 8.
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Arkansas’ higher education: state barely crosses 50% graduation threshold
A new study has revealed the states with the lowest college graduation rates, naming Alaska as having the worst rate in the country. The data, done by SEO agency Hennessey Digital, looked at the graduation rates across all colleges in each state according to the latest available data from US National Center For Education Statistics (IPEDS).
Shop Local for the Holidays Shout Out
We would like to show our appreciation to all the local businesses that advertise with us here at the Mountain Echo.
VA awards $84M in grants to fight Veteran homelessness
WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced $84 million in grants to 176 organizations across the country to help Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Trump EO reinstates GI Bill benefits to Veterans discharged for refusing COVID vaccine
WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced that potentially thousands of Veterans who were discharged from service by the Biden Administration for refusing the COVID vaccine may regain eligibility for GI Bill education benefits.
Marion County Candidates
Candidate filings for the 2026 elections in Marion County (MC) ended Wednesday, November 12, at noon. Many incumbents, former MC Officials and new residents have registitered for various offices in Marion County.
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The 2025 In-Person Training is scheduled for Wednesdays in October and November.
The Importance of Family Businesses Includes:
They are the cornerstone of most national economies, creating jobs and driving inno vation. Family firms take a long-term view, focus on improvement and innovation, and build loyal stakeholder relationships. They outperform non-family firms in terms of revenue and employment.