Arkansas Congressional Delegation Announces $911,000 for Arkansas Communities Funds Provided by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act will be used to purchase police cars, fire trucks, and other safety equipment Washington – U.S. Senators Blanche Lincoln and Mark Pryor and U.S. … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2009
Lincoln to Attend Howard Memorial Hospital Dedication in Nashville Sunday
July 10, 2009 by
Lincoln to Attend Howard Memorial Hospital Dedication in Nashville Sunday Washington – U.S. Senator Blanche Lincoln will travel to Nashville Sunday, July 12, for the dedication of the new Howard Memorial Hospital. “The new hospital is a positive reflection of the people of Howard County and … [Read more...]
Bill Duncan Dog and Cat Open
July 10, 2009 by
The Bill Duncan Dog and Cat Open Proceeds Benefit for the Fairfield Bay Animal Protection League will be held July 18th 2009 on the Indian Hills Golf Course! The 4-Person Scramble fee will be $50 Per Person, which includes Golf Cart, prizes, hole-in-one prize and lunch after play! The Log Cabin … [Read more...]
EPA Awards $1.6 Million in Recovery Act Funds to Clean Up
July 9, 2009 by
EPA Awards $1.6 Million in Recovery Act Funds to Clean Up Underground Petroleum Leaks in Arkansas EPA: Funds help create jobs and protect Arkansas land and water. (Dallas, Texas – July 9, 2009) In an effort to protect people where they live, work, and play, EPA announced the distribution of … [Read more...]
Pryor Applauds Corps Decision to Waive Fees at Recreation Sites
July 9, 2009 by
WASHINGTON D.C. – Senator Mark Pryor today applauded a decision by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to waive day use fees collected at boat launches and swimming beach facilities nationwide from August 1-9, 2009. In a letter to the Corps last month, Pryor asked the Corps to consider waiving … [Read more...]
July 15 Deadline for Energy Efficiency Makeover Applications Approaching
July 9, 2009 by
July 15 Deadline for Energy Efficiency Makeover Applications Approaching Little Rock, Ark. - July 8, 2009 - The July 15 deadline for entering the 2009 the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas' Energy Efficiency Makeover is quickly approaching. Hundreds of applications have been received to … [Read more...]
Summer Adventures for Everyone!
July 9, 2009 by
Summer Adventures for Everyone! With summer half way over, you may be burned out on your summer routine. Add a little fun to your calendar, and check out these fun things to do around Arkansas! 1) Visit the Old State House in Little Rock! Open 7 days a week, and the admission is free! You’ll … [Read more...]
Master Gardeners Voting!
July 9, 2009 by
The Cleburne County Master Gardeners implemented a Junior Master Gardener Program at West Side Elementary School in Greers Ferry this past school year. Before beginning the program the Junior Master Gardener curriculum was matched with the benchmarks required to be taught in the … [Read more...]
Pryor Applauds Corps Decision to Waive Fees at Recreation Sites Decision in Response to Senator’s Inquiry
July 9, 2009 by
WASHINGTON D.C. – Senator Mark Pryor today applauded a decision by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to waive day use fees collected at boat launches and swimming beach facilities nationwide from August 1-9, 2009. In a letter to the Corps last month, Pryor asked the Corps to consider waiving … [Read more...]
Adult Smoking Drops in Arkansas
July 9, 2009 by
Adult Smoking Drops in Arkansas Arkansas Department of Health Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program Celebrates Program Successes and a Healthier State (LITTLE ROCK) — New survey information shows that there are nearly 100,000 fewer smokers in Arkansas since the beginning of the Arkansas … [Read more...]
