Washington –As she opposed another Republican amendment today designed to scare seniors and gut commonsense health insurance reform, Senator Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) said she will consistently fight to protect Medicare. Under the guise of “protecting Medicare,” the amendment offered by … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2009
Sarbanes-Oxley: Should We Amend It or Repeal It?
December 7, 2009 by
WASHINGTON, December 7, 2009--Today the Supreme Court is hearing arguments about the constitutionality of one element of Sarbanes-Oxley, a law passed in 2002 enacting tougher accounting regulations on businesses. Legal technicalities aside, the case will likely not address a more fundamental … [Read more...]
Pryor Adds Consumer-Friendly Tool to Simplify Health Care Choices, Hold Insurance Companies Accountable
December 7, 2009 by
Washington D.C. –Senator Mark Pryor today said surveys rating participant satisfaction about their health care company will both simplify a consumer’s search for the right health care company and make health insurance companies more responsive to patient needs. The Senate voted 98-0 in favor of … [Read more...]
State Capitol Holiday Performances Scheduled For December 7-18
December 7, 2009 by
LITTLE ROCK, AR Secretary of State Charlie Daniels today announced the schedule of holiday performances at the State Capitol this season. More than 130 school choirs and dance troupes will fill the Capitols bedecked marble halls with seasonal sounds for the next two weeks. A traditional part of … [Read more...]
Christmas Concert in Clinton
December 7, 2009 by
Title: Christmas Concert in Clinton Description: Clinton H.S. Bands (H.S., Grade School, Junior High and Jazz Band) along with the Van Buren County Community Band will present a Christmas Concert at 6:30pm at the Clinton High School Auditorium on December 15th. The Clinton High School Band and the … [Read more...]
KFFB 106.1 on Location at Mountain View Quility Furniture was a Success on 12-05-09
December 7, 2009 by
(Above) KFFB on Location at Mountain View Quality Furniture(Above) Bargins everywhere(Above) Folks Register for prizes(Above) Carrie and Jessey(Above) Gentry Hipp enjoys lunch(Above) Pepsi and Petit Jean Hot Dogs(Above) Fun for All(Above) Posing for a Christmas Picture(Above) The Road Gang Fred and … [Read more...]
4th Annual Calico Rock Holiday Home and Lights Tour
December 5, 2009 by
Calico Rock’s Fourth Annual Holiday Home and Lights Tour will be Saturday, December 12, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The tour makes five stops at historic and contemporary homes and churches each decorated for Christmas. Warm busses leave the Calico Rock Chamber Office on Main Street (Highway 5 at … [Read more...]
First Annual City of Yellville Christmas Parade
December 5, 2009 by
The City of Yellville is conducting its first annual City of Yellville Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 6, in conjunction with the Tour of Homes hosted by the Marion County Christian Women (MCCW) and Christmas on the Square. The 13th Annual Tour of Homes is hosted by the MCCW as a benefit for … [Read more...]
Christmas Open House and Tree Lighting in Mountain View December 5
December 5, 2009 by
Stone County Abuse Prevention, Inc. Here to Help
December 4, 2009 by
Are you, or someone you know feeling abused, trapped or threatened in your own home? Stone County Abuse Prevention has a 24 hour helpline offering shelter, support and resources to assist you. For help, 24 hours a day, call 870-269-4888 or visit www.escapedv.com … [Read more...]
