Archives for March 2017

The International Irish Dance Phenomenon to Play Robinson Performance Hall April 14-16

(Little Rock, AR) Moya Doherty is proud to announce that Riverdance - The 20th Anniversary World Tour, back by popular demand, will play a strictly limited engagement at Robinson Performance Hall from Friday, April 14-Sunday, April 16, 2017. Tickets for the international Irish dance phenomenon, will … [Read more...]

Senator’s Cotton, Lee, Rubio, and Hill Introduce Legislation to Save Social Security Disability Insurance from Bankruptcy

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) along with Senators Mike Lee (R-Utah) and Marco Rubio (R-Florida) today introduced the Return to Work Act of 2017, legislation that will save Social Security Disability Insurance from bankruptcy. This bill would help Social Security Disability … [Read more...]

Cotton Statement on Reports the Obama Administration Blocked Arms Deal with Taiwan

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on reports that the Obama administration blocked a last-minute arms sale to Taiwan in December: "President Obama's decision to halt this arms sale to Taiwan at the 11th hour was nonsensical. The new … [Read more...]

Boozman Highlights First Female President of National Guard Association of Arkansas in ‘Salute to Veterans’ Celebrating Women’s History Month

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman recognized the service and sacrifice of Gulf War veteran Colonel (retired) Mary Frances “Frankie” Sears in ‘Salute to Veterans,’ a series recognizing the military service of Arkansans. Two days after graduating from Malvern High School, Sears started nursing … [Read more...]

Lyon College to add Trail Race to Scottish Festival Activities

The Arkansas Scottish Festival is a 3-day event, established in 1981. This event brings in thousands of spectators from across the country to the campus of Lyon College in Batesville, Arkansas. The event this year will take place on Saturday and Sunday April 8th-9th. This year with help from the … [Read more...]

Mystery Masquerade Ball Fundraiser for Margies Haven House

A Mystery Masquerade Ball Fundraiser will be held for Margies Haven House on April 8th fro 6pm to 8pm. Ages 18 and up. Minimum $20 donation per person. The event will take place at the Heber Springs Community Center. The more you dress up, the higher your chance is to win! 1st, 2nd and 3rd places … [Read more...]

Utility Work Requires Temporary Lane Closure on State Highway 107 in North Little Rock

Utility work on State Highway 107 will require a temporary lane closure in North Little Rock, according to Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) officials. AT&T crews will close the outside southbound lane of State Highway 107 north of Kiehl Avenue in North Little Rock. … [Read more...]

Utility Work Requires Temporary Lane Closure on State Highway 10 in Little Rock

Utility work on State Highway 10 will require a temporary lane closure in Little Rock, according to Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) officials. AT&T crews will close the outside westbound lane of State Highway 10 between Pierce St. and Fillmore St. in Little Rock. … [Read more...]

Boozman Recognizes Springdale Superintendent on Senate Floor

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) today recognized Dr. Jim Rollins, Superintendent of Springdale Public Schools, in a speech on the Senate floor. Rollins was named one of Education Week’s 2017 “Leaders to Learn From.” This is the latest among many awards and distinctions that he has earned over … [Read more...]

Arkansas Highway Commission Approves Bid for Improvements in Jackson County

JACKSON COUNTY (3-10) - The Arkansas State Highway Commission has approved a bid for improvements to a roadway in Jackson County, according to Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) officials. The purpose of this project is to resurface 8.8 miles of State Highway 384 from … [Read more...]