Save Friday and Saturday, April 24th and 25th, to enjoy the Calico Rockin’ River Rally in King Park (Highway 56), Calico Rock, Arkansas. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, events begin Friday at 7:00 p.m. with a free concert by Deadwood Groove. Saturday starts with a Poker Run at 11:00 a.m., a … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2015
Life-saving Tour Rolls Into Clinton With Adoptable Shelter Pets
April 14, 2015 by
Van Buren County Animal Shelter joins North Shore Animal League America’s 2015 Tour For Life – the world’s largest national cooperative life-saving mobile pet adoption event. Highlighted by adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens in partnership with Fuzzy Hearts Rescue. Clinton High School and … [Read more...]
Electric Cooperatives’ Electric Vehicle Rally Set for April 17 in Little Rock
April 14, 2015 by
Little Rock, Ark. — April 14, 2015 — The 12th Annual Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas Electric Vehicle Rally will be held on Friday, April 17 at the Arkansas State Fairgrounds in Little Rock. The contest will include more than 243 participants representing 14 schools around the … [Read more...]
Christian Contemporary Music Night
April 13, 2015 by
We Arise Missions, First Freewill Baptist Church of Cave City and Ozarka College are teaming up to bring a night of Contemporary Christian Music and Worship to Melbourne, Arkansas. On Friday, March 13, the John E. Miller Auditorium will come alive with rock-n-roll and the Rock of Ages as three … [Read more...]
Humane Society of Independence County Launches Shoe Collection
April 13, 2015 by
The Humane Society (HSIC) is conducting a shoe collection drive through the week of Monday, May 4, to raise funds for dog and cat spay/neuter assistance in Independence County. The goal is to collect 2,500 pairs of shoes to earn $1,000. Anyone can help by donating gently worn, used or new shoes, … [Read more...]
Destination Photo Workshop Planned
April 12, 2015 by
A workshop in photography will be conducted at Petit Jean Mountain State Park on May 2, led by Photographer Bill Ward. The Eye … The Difference is designed for all levels of expertise and will utilize several locations on the Mountain for hands-on instruction. The workshop will headquarter at … [Read more...]
Severe Winter Weather Affects Red Cross Blood, Platelet Donations
April 9, 2015 by
Following round after round of snow, freezing rain and arctic cold in many parts of the country, the American Red Cross has an urgent need for eligible blood and platelet donors to give now to help restock its shelves. March storms forced the cancellation of more than 200 blood drives, resulting … [Read more...]
Women at War at The Old Independence Regional Museum
April 9, 2015 by
Wartime Women will be the topic of discussion Sunday, April 12 at 2 p.m. at Old Independence Regional Museum. The museum’s Curator of Collections, Dr. Sharan Pittser, will present the varieties of ways women served the military during World War II. The role of women in WWII is often marginalized to … [Read more...]
Blanchard Springs Caverns Tour Rerouted
April 8, 2015 by
A routine geologic inspection has revealed a potential safety hazard in at least two areas at Blanchard Springs Caverns, prompting Ozark-St. Francis National Forests officials to temporarily reroute a popular tour route. Tours will continue along the rerouted path while experts determine if action … [Read more...]
12th Annual Plant Sale on May 9th
April 8, 2015 by
The 12th annual Plant Sale in conjunction with Fairfield Bay’s Bloomin’ in the Bay festival will be coming in May. This is a celebration of Spring featuring not only the plant sale and informative presentations, but live music, arts & crafts, kid’s event and hot-grill cuisine. From landscaping … [Read more...]
