R. Hopson attended Girls of Promise
Riley Hopson had a great opportunity to attend the Girls of Promise STEAM Conference. Riley is an eight-grade student at Yellville-Summit school.
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Sarah Huckabee Sanders Endorses Representative Jack Fortner for Re-Election
Yellville – Today Republican State Representative Jack Fortner (R-Yellville) announced the endorsement of Sarah Huckabee Sanders, the clear frontrunner to be Arkansas’ next Governor. Huckabee Sanders released the following statement:
Poll Workers needed
Poll Workers wanted in Marion County for the Election on May 24th, 2022. Becoming a poll worker is a great way to step up for your community.
NEWS BRIEFS
Workday scheduled A workday is scheduled for Keesee Cemetery for Saturday, April 30. This workday is to prepare for Memorial Day.
Arkansas NRCS Solicits Conservation Innovation Grant Proposals
Little Rock – Mike Sullivan, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) state conservationist, announced approximately $300,000 in funding is available through the state Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies within Arkansas.
Fort Smith Home Builders Share Industry Challenges with Boozman as Inflation Rate Continues to Climb
FORT SMITH — On the heels of new inflation numbers, U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) is continuing his series of conversations with Arkansas business leaders to learn how the current economic climate is impacting industries in The Natural State. On Tuesday, Boozman met with Fort Smith-area home builders about their struggles with skyrocketing inflation, supply chain disruptions and the shortage of skilled labor.
After the Storm
This week, I declared Washington County a disaster area in the wake of an EF3 tornado that damaged more than 350 homes and businesses and demolished the gym at George Elementary in Springdale. The process that led to the declaration officially began at 5:34 a.m.
Services in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK – At their first meeting scheduled after Easter, lawmakers will hear an update on new rules and new funding that will eliminate a waiting list for services for people with developmental disabilities.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month
The month of April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. It is a time to raise awareness and inspire collective action so that every child can lead their best life.
Give blood during National Minority Health Month
ROGERS – April is National Minority Health Month — a time to raise awareness about health disparities that disproportionately affect racial and ethnic minority populations. The American Red Cross is reminding blood donors it’s critically important to maintain a stable blood supply this spring to support those with chronic illnesses and other blood needs in the U.S.