Archives for May 2016

Soup and Salad Day at Senior Center in Scotland

The Scotland Senior Center is hosting a Soup and Salad Supper to benefit the Van Buren County Aging Program May 20, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. Also featuring the Oldie Wed Game at 7:30 with Our County Judge:  Roger and Jeannie Hooper, our County Coordinator: Pamala and Michael Draeger and Mr. Philip and … [Read more...]

Boozman to Participate in Event Announcing Millions for U.S. Marshals Museum

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman will join U.S. Representative Steve Womack in a check presentation to the U.S. Marshals Museum on Saturday, May 7th in Fort Smith. The multi-million dollar check from the United States Mint comes from sales of the U.S. Marshals Service Commemorative … [Read more...]

Boozman Provision in Appropriations Bill Paves Way for Interstate Status of U.S. 67

U.S. Senator John Boozman, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, included a provision in the Fiscal Year 2017 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development funding bill that would put Arkansas on path to add another highway to our nation’s interstate system. The Senate Appropriations … [Read more...]

Boozman Supports Resolution Recognizing Benefits of 4-H

U.S. Senator John Boozman cosponsored a bipartisan resolution in support of 4-H and its recently launched “Grow True Leaders” campaign. The measure, which unanimously passed the Senate earlier this week, recognizes the benefits of the national 4-H program for America’s youth and the potential for … [Read more...]

Batesville’s Main Street Farmers Market Opens May 7th

Batesville's Main Street Farmers Market will be open Saturday, May 7 to start the 2016 season. The Market will begin at 8AM and run until noon in the Pocket Park on Main Street in Batesville with all local naturally grown vegetables, pasture raised eggs, jams and jellies, goat milk soaps and … [Read more...]

Women of Mountain Music Concert Features Avery Hill

The Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View, Arkansas will hold the annual “Women of Mountain Music” concert on Saturday, May 7. The concert is hosted by Ozark Folk Center State Park Interpreter, Mary Gillihan and highlights the many contributions of women in the Ozark regions, musical and … [Read more...]

Blood Drive at Pizza Pie Zazz in Heber Springs

The Pizza Pie Zazz blood drive in Heber Springs will be held on May 11th from 11-3pm. Our sponsor graciously gives a free personal pan pizza & drink to rally on the donors, or a large pizza for just $5. To sign up online go to www.redcrossblood.org. … [Read more...]

Frank Wing Account Executive with KFFB 106.1 and Community Leader in Mountain View passes away

On Monday, May 2, 2016, Frank Wing passed away at a hospice facility in Memphis. Frank was a  member of KFFB’s sales family and will be dearly missed and as his wife Demaris has said, "Frank loved people".  Bob Connell, the owner of KFFB, said, “Frank was always ready to help and serve family, … [Read more...]

Governor Asa Hutchinson’s Commencement at North Arkansas College in Harrison and CBC in Conway

LITTLE ROCK – The following is a list of public appearances by Governor Asa Hutchinson on Saturday, May 7, 2016:     Saturday, May 7, 2016: HARRISON 2016 North Arkansas College Commencement 10:00 a.m. North Arkansas College - Pioneer Pavilion Gymnasium 1515 Pioneer … [Read more...]

Self-sufficient Herbalists to Meet May 6th & 7th at the Ozark Folk Center State Park

Mountain View, Arkansas – – Nature and herb enthusiasts will gather at the Ozark Folk Center State Park May 6 and 7 for the annual Herbal Hike and Medicinal Herb Workshop. Early registration is advised. This event is for people who are building a knowledge base for identifying wild plants and … [Read more...]