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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Air Force Caucus Co-chairs Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Jon Tester (D-MT), John Hoeven (R-ND) and Sherrod Brown (DOH) introduced a resolution commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Air Force as an independent military branch.

Difficult conversations are called that for a reason. And some of the most difficult conversations are those we have with loved ones about end-of-life topics. Hospice of the Ozarks hopes to help make these discussions easier.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Menu is Subject to Change Monday: Breakfast: Pancake on a Stick, Or Cereal and Toast, Fruit, Juice and Milk Lunch: BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, French Fries, Baked Beans, Pineapple, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk, Tuesday: Breakfast: Frudel, Or, Cereal and Toast, Fruit, Juice and Milk Lunch: Chicken and Noodles, Green Peas, Baby Carrots and Ranch, Frozen Fruit Cup, Hot Roll, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk Wednesday: Breakfast: Pizza, Or Cereal and Toast, Fruit, Juice and Milk Lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli Salad, Strawberry Cup, Biscuit, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk Thursday: Breakfast: Yogurt Parfait, Or Cereal and Toast, Fruit, Juice and Milk Lunch: Spaghetti, Side Salad, Applesauce, Italian Bread, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk Friday: Breakfast: Biscuit with Gravy, Or, Cereal and Toast, Fruit, Juice and Milk Lunch: Pizza, Crispito, Yogurt, Tortilla Chips/Salsa, Seasoned Corn, Celery Sticks and Ranch, Banana, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk, French Fries, Baked Beans, Pineapple, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk This institution is an equal opportunity provider, Menu is Subject to Change Monday: Breakfast: Pancake on a Stick, Or Cereal and Toast, Fruit, Juice and Milk Lunch: BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, French Fries, Baked Beans, Pineapple, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk, Tuesday: Breakfast: Frudel, Or, Cereal and Toast, Fruit, Juice and Milk Lunch: Chicken and Noodles, Green Peas, Baby Carrots and Ranch, Frozen Fruit Cup, Hot Roll, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk Wednesday: Breakfast: Pizza, Or Cereal and Toast, Fruit, Juice and Milk Lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli Salad, Strawberry Cup, Biscuit, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk Thursday: Breakfast: Yogurt Parfait, Or Cereal and Toast, Fruit, Juice and Milk Lunch: Spaghetti, Side Salad, Applesauce, Italian Bread, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk Friday: Breakfast: Biscuit with Gravy, Or, Cereal and Toast, Fruit, Juice and Milk Lunch: Pizza, Crispito, Yogurt, Tortilla Chips/Salsa, Seasoned Corn, Celery Sticks and Ranch, Banana, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk, French Fries, Baked Beans, Pineapple, Fruit Choice 9-12, Milk Meal Prices: Breakfast; Adult $2.00, Milk $.40, Juice $.40.

ARKADELPHIA – Ouachita Baptist University senior Clark Yarbrough, 21, of Rowlett, Texas, died September 4. A business administration/sport management major and starting defensive lineman for the Tiger football team, Yarbrough was the son of Mattie Yarbrough of Rowlett. He is remembered on campus for the example he set as a leader, a scholar-athlete, a friend and a man of faith.

The Mountaineer Echo has been affected by the economy. The Echo realizes many articles and notices are printed in the newspaper for free. Unfortunately, this practice will change for Obituary Notices beginning October 1, 2022.

Kerri Nettles, Senior Community and Public Relations Coordinator LITTLE ROCK – Forbes magazine releases its 2022 list of America’s Best Employers for Women, ranking Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield 107th among 400 companies across the nation. “Arkansas Blue Cross is devoted to not only providing our members the best service and care but creating a great place to work, promoting diversity and providing opportunities to succeed,” said Arkansas Blue Cross Executive Vice President and Chief Health Management Officer Alicia Berkemeyer.

Queen Elizabeth was born on April 21, 1926, in Bruton Street, London, United Kingdom and has passed away on September 8, 2022, in Balmoral Castle, United Kingdom. She was born as Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor. She married Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (m. 1947– 2021). Queen Elizabeth is survived by children King Charles III, Prince Andrew, Duke of York, Anne, Princess Royal, Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and grandson: Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex.