Blue Jay Soup
(Part 3 of the Blue Jay Soup series) Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting with Mrs. Mable Hoar, born 1929 of Elk Creek; and her cousin - local historian, Mrs.
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Legislative Update
This week, the House Aging, Children and Youth, Legislative and Military Affairs Committee received updates on the ongoing efforts by state agencies to enhance accessibility in their facilities for individuals with disabilities. In 2022, Arkansas State Parks initiated a collaboration with the non-profit organization Accessibility Across Arkansas to enhance access to state parks for individuals with disabilities.
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As July rolls around, so does National Parks and Recreation Month, a time to recognize the importance of parks and recreation in establishing and maintaining the well-being of communities. We invite you to celebrate this month by visiting one of Arkansas’s 52 state parks.
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Storm victims will gain a bit of relief when it comes to filing taxes this year. An executive order was signed by Sarah Huckabee Sanders, governor, because of storms that brought tornadoes, straight-line damaging winds and heavy rain to residents across the Northern part of Arkansas.
Read MoreSanders Signs an Executive Order to Provide Additional Relief in Regards to Tax Filing and Payment DeadlinesTrump is fine, campaign says, after being whisked off stage following apparent gunfire at rally
By Jill Colvin and Julie Carr Smyth BUTLER, Pennsylvania (AP) — Donald Trump’s campaign said in a statement that he was “fine” after being whisked off the stage at… Login to continue reading Login…
MC Republican Committee to meet
The Marion County Republican Committee will meet Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. New Location will be in the Marion County Annex courtroom located at 105 S.
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Spring 2024 Honor students announced
JONESBORO – Students on the Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists for the spring 2024 semester at Arkansas State University have been announced. The lists recognize undergraduate students who achieved the highest grade-point averages while completing a minimum of 12 credit hours of study. The Chancellor’s List (designated as CL) includes students who earned a perfect GPA of 4.0. The Dean’s List (designated as DL) includes students with a GPA of 3.6 to 3.99.
Read MoreSpring 2024 Honor students announcedAnita’s Accessories Summer Sale
The Baxter Health Auxiliary will be holding a 2-day Fundraiser. Anita’s Accessories Summer Sale, Monday, July 29, 7-5 and Tuesday, July 30, 7-3.
Read MoreAnita’s Accessories Summer SaleSpring 2024 UCA President’s List
CONWAY - The University of Central Arkansas congratulates nearly 1,100 students who were named as Presidential Scholars. Students must achieve a 4.0 GPA with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours to qualify as a Presidential Scholar.
Read MoreSpring 2024 UCA President’s ListState Capitol Week
The Arkansas Agriculture Department has completed a series of public hearings on updates to the statewide water plan, which hasn’t been modified in 10 years. For the first time, the water plan developed this year will include ways to prepare for floods and to mitigate as much damage as possible caused by flooding.
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