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Earth Day is an annual event on April 22 that celebrates the planet Earth and raises public awareness about environmental issues. The day is observed worldwide with rallies, conferences, school projects and other activities. Each year around 1 billion individuals across more than 190 countries take action to raise awareness of the climate crisis and bring about behavioral change to protect the environment. In 2020, Earth Day celebrated its 50th anniversary.

Rogers — National Volunteer Week is April 17-23, and the American Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas honors the work of its volunteers who give their time to help people in need. Across the country, more than 300,000 Red Cross volunteers serve their communities by responding to thousands of disasters; supporting the collection of blood to help patients receive the critical care they need; aiding members of the military and their families; helping communities prepare for emergencies around the globe and much more.

Fayetteville — The Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Cancer Support Home, located at 488 E. Longview St. in Fayetteville, will offer free clinical breast exams during a breast health clinic on Tuesday, April 26, from 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Lowell – J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, was recently named a 2022 Best Employer for Diversity by Forbes, marking the second consecutive year the company has received the distinction.

It seems every generation, at least the ones I have known members of, look back on their childhoods as simpler, better times. Sure, maybe with some hardships and tragedies along the way, but, by and large, there are fond memories. I am no different.

(StatePoint) Warm summer days are perfect for pool parties, cookouts, and bike rides. With the latest technology, there are endless ways to enhance this summer’s activities and celebrations.

Everyone that is registered to vote in Marion County should be receiving a new Voter ID Card in the mail. Due to the 2020 census, every county in Arkansas partook in a redistricting process causing changes to some of the voting districts. If you receive an ID Card and your information is correct, there is no need to do anything further. If your information is NOT correct, please contact the Marion County Clerk’s Office by phone 870-449-6226 or in person at 300 E. Old Main in Yellville.