In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Law Enforcement Memorial Day, and set aside that week to be recognized as National Police Week. This year, Police Week runs from May 14th through May 20th. In cities all across the country, Law Enforcement Agencies will conduct ceremonies … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2017
Erin Moran from the sitcom “Happy Days,” has passed away
April 24, 2017 by
Erin Moran, 56, was found dead Saturday by emergency responders after a dispatcher for Indiana’s Harrison County sheriff's department received a 911 call. An autopsy is pending. Moran was already a veteran actress when in 1974 she was cast in “Happy Days,” a sitcom set in Milwaukee, was … [Read more...]
Improvements to Interstate 49 Require Overnight Lane Closures in Benton County
April 20, 2017 by
Construction work on I-49 in Rogers requires overnight lane closures, according to Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) officials. Beginning Monday night, April 24, crews will perform mainlane paving on northbound and southbound I-49. The inside and outside lanes will … [Read more...]
Construction Requires Weekend Closure of State Highway 100 (Riverfront Dr.) in North Little Rock
April 20, 2017 by
Construction of the U.S. Highway 70 Arkansas River (Broadway) Bridge and its approaches requires a section of State Highway 100 in North Little Rock to be closed, according to Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) officials. State Highway 100 (Riverfront Drive) will be … [Read more...]
Boozman Highlights Arkansan Known as Coast Guard Lady in ‘Salute to Veterans’
April 20, 2017 by
U.S. Senator John Boozman recognized the service and sacrifice of WWII Coast Guard veteran Lois Bouton whose dedication for writing letters to Coast Guard members earned her the nickname the “Coast Guard Lady.” “I like to write letters,” Bouton said. After reading a story about a Coast Guard … [Read more...]
Stroll and Roll for Angleman Cure this Saturday
April 20, 2017 by
The third annual Macy's Stroll and Roll will take place this Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Riverside Park in Batesville. All are invited to join the Kiwanis Club of Batesville in this benefit walk to support a cure for Angelman Syndrome. Angelman is a genetic disorder that causes … [Read more...]
Timeless 106.1 KFFB we will feature Glen Campbell on his birthday April 22
April 20, 2017 by
Glen Travis Campbell was born on April 22, 1936, in Billstown, Arkansas. An American pop and country music singer, musician, songwriter, television host and actor. Keep Glen in your prayers he is in the "final stages" of Alzheimer's disease. Be listening as we will feature Glen Campbell on his … [Read more...]
Earth Day Workshop for Kids
April 19, 2017 by
The Batesville Area Arts Council’s Gallery on Main will be hosting an Earth Day Workshop for Kids on Saturday, April 22. Students will be creating projects out of recycled materials with help from instructor, Sarah Winters. This workshop is FREE! Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. … [Read more...]
