Archives for April 2017

An Evening with Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln comes to the Faulkner County Library for an evening of living history with interpreter John Voehl. On Monday, April 10, at 7pm, John Voehl, a Chautauqua Speaker for the Colorado Endowment for the Humanities, and a nationally recognized Lincoln historian and presenter, will offer a … [Read more...]

U.S. Senator John Boozman Statement on Syrian Airstrikes

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) issued the following statement about U.S. airstrikes against Syrian airbase: “In carrying out another chemical attack on innocent civilians, Bashar al-Assad has clearly violated international law. Limited, swift and decisive action was required to … [Read more...]

Congressman French Hill Statement on Strikes Against Syria

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman French Hill (AR-02) released the following statement on the military strikes against Syria:  “This strategic attack against Syrian military targets was an appropriate and proportionate response to Assad’s use of deadly chemical weapons. Tonight, our president has … [Read more...]

Senator Tom Cotton Statement on U.S. Airstrike in Syria

Washington, D.C. – Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) tonight released the following statement on reports the U.S. launched airstrikes in Syria: "I commend President Trump for taking swift, decisive action against Bashar al-Assad's outlaw regime. Any country that violates arms-control agreements … [Read more...]

Join KFFB 106.1 on Location at the Scottish Festival at Lyon College in Batesville Saturday, April 8

Join KFFB 106.1 on Location at the Scottish Festival at Lyon College in Batesville Saturday, April 8, 2017. Pick up a Timeless Window Sticker and Peel it, stick it win it—cash! with the Timeless 106.1 KFFB … [Read more...]

Congressman French Hill Statement on Infrastructure Meeting with Secretary Chao

WASHINGTON – Today, after meeting with Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, Congressman French Hill (AR-02) released the following statement on possible infrastructure spending proposals: “This morning, I met with Secretary Chao to discuss our Nation’s many important infrastructure … [Read more...]

Governor Asa Hutchinson Announces Intent to Grant Executive Clemency

LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson announced his intent to grant nine pardons. An additional 46 clemency requests were denied and five had no action taken upon them. These include requests from both inmates and non-inmates. The applicants intended for pardons have completed all jail time, … [Read more...]

Utility Work on State Highway 365 Requires a Temporary Lane Closure in Maumelle

Utility work by AT&T will require a temporary lane closure on State Highway 365, according to Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) officials. The outside, westbound lane will be closed for repairs at Eric Place from Wednesday, April 5 to Thursday, April 6. Traffic will … [Read more...]

Boozman Speaks on Floor in Support of Judge Gorsuch; Opposition to Democrat Filibuster

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) took to the Senate floor to voice his support for Judge Neil Gorsuch and offer some strong words for Senate Democrats who continue to threaten to filibuster his nomination to serve on the Supreme Court. Boozman on Judge Gorsuch’s qualifications: “Judge Neil … [Read more...]

AHTD Publishes the Arkansas Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan

The Arkansas Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan has been published today according to Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) officials. The plan was developed as part of a comprehensive team effort among state agencies including the AHTD, the Arkansas State Police, … [Read more...]