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By April White Old Independence Regional Museum is proud to host the 18th Annual Christmas Family Day program on Saturday, December 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.

WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced a final rule, published September 29, which extends Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers eligibility for certain Veterans and their family caregivers through September 30, 2028.

By Robert Lyons The Lyon Lady Scots traveled from Batesville to face the NAC Lady Pioneers on Monday, December 1, in NJCAA Lady’s Basketball at the Pioneer Pavilion in Harrison. The Lady Pioneers defeated the Lady Scots by a score of 77-57. The Lady Pioneers led from start to finish and were led by #2 Keely Blanchard and Maggie Gresham. The Pioneers Men and Women will play Wednesday, beginning at 5 p.m. during the Homecoming games. The Lady Pioneers will play first with the Homecoming Ceremony held between games. Northark will host U of A Phillips College for Homecoming.

Thanksgiving may be a time of reflection for some or even all. Here at The Mountain Echo, we feel that Thanksgiving is a time to remember what we have to include family, health and freedom. The fact that we live in an area that many people from Arkansas, Missouri and around the country refer to as “God’s Country” simply adds elegance to how precious the surroundings are for all to enjoy.

The 2025 Christmas on the Square parade will be led by a familiar and deeply respected community figure. This year we honor Dick Wendel for his 50 years of service to our community.

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