The Arkansas Craft School is presenting the following classes for students who wish to learn and expand their creativity ability in the world of crafts. These popular classes will be offered during the months of August and September. Book Arts and Print Making will be August 5 – 7. This hands-on … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2016
Boozman, Murphy Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Recognize “Century Farms”
July 20, 2016 by
U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Chris Murphy (D-CT) introduced legislation, called the Century Farms Act, to recognize farms that have been in continuous operation for 100 or more years. To date, over 30 states–including Arkansas and Connecticut–have established Century or Centennial Farms … [Read more...]
Fairfield Bay Community Education Center’s Annual Fundraiser Benefit Dance Coming Up
July 20, 2016 by
The Fairfield Bay Community Education Center's Annual Fundraiser Benefit Dance will be held on Saturday, August 13th at the Fairfield Bay Conference Center from 6:30 to 9:30pm. Event tickets are being sold for $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 50/50 raffle tickets are $5. Join us in flip flops … [Read more...]
Boozman Highlights McGehee WWII Veteran in ‘Salute to Veterans’
July 20, 2016 by
U.S. Senator John Boozman recognized the service and sacrifice of WWII veteran William (Billie) Seamans in his latest edition of ‘Salute to Veterans,’ a series recognizing military service of Arkansans. Seamans was born in McGehee on May 22, 1921. After graduating from high school he worked at … [Read more...]
BACC to Hold Ind. Co. Cable TV, Inc. 40th Anniversary and New Ownership Ribbon Cutting
July 19, 2016 by
The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) will hold a 40th Anniversary and new ownership ribbon cutting ceremony for Ind. Co. Cable TV, Inc, located at 2700 N. St. Louis Street in Batesville. The ceremony will be held Thursday, July 21st at 10:30 a.m. All community supporters, chamber … [Read more...]
Boozman-Leahy Resolution Recognizes 75th Anniversary of the American Tree Farm System
July 19, 2016 by
U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Patrick Leahy (D-VT) introduced a resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the American Tree Farm System (ATFS), a program founded in 1941 to help family and individual woodland owners sustain forests and promote the benefits that forests provide. The … [Read more...]
Kyle Christopher is the New Director of Tourism for the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC)
July 18, 2016 by
The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) is proud to announce Kyle Christopher as the Director of Tourism. Christopher will be responsible for executing the strategic goals laid out in the IMPACT Independence County Strategic Community Plan, which include but are not limited to managing … [Read more...]
Senators Press NDAA Conferees to Protect Basic Allowance for Housing
July 18, 2016 by
U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Lisa Murkowski and (R-AK) and Jon Tester (D-MT) are leading a bipartisan effort urging Senate and House Armed Services Committee leadership to protect dual-military families, women and junior members of the Armed Forces. Boozman, Murkowski and Tester are joined by … [Read more...]
BACC Holds Randy Reichardt Insurance Agency Relocation Ribbon Cutting
July 18, 2016 by
The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) held a relocation ribbon cutting ceremony for Randy Reichardt Insurance Agency on Thursday, July 14. Randy Reichardt Insurance is located at 510 S St. Louis Street. Owner Randy Reichardt thanked the citizens of Batesville for attending and touring … [Read more...]
