Archives for February 2021

Senator Tom Cotton Statement on Pete Buttigieg Confirmation

Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the confirmation vote for Pete Buttigieg to be U.S. Secretary of Transportation: “Pete Buttigieg supports policies that will cost American jobs, including the Green New Deal and cancelling … [Read more...]

Senator Tom Cotton Statement on Alejandro Mayorkas Confirmation Vote

Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the confirmation vote for Alejandro Mayorkas to be Secretary of Homeland Security: “Alejandro Mayorkas has flouted immigration law, embroiled himself in scandals, intimidated whistleblowers, … [Read more...]

Harding University honors and celebrates African American alumni on campus

SEARCY, Ark. Harding University President David Burks has announced that the University will honor and celebrate Bro. Elijah Anthony and Dr. Howard Wright, the first African American undergraduate students to earn a bachelor’s degrees from Harding, by naming the Administration building in their … [Read more...]

Senator John Boozman Statement on Death of Chad Colley

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) released the following statement on the death of Fort Smith, Arkansas native and former National Commander of Disabled American Veterans Ralph C. Colley, Jr. “Chad”: “Chad Colley was a beloved advocate for disabled veterans, … [Read more...]

McDonald’s Shamrock Shake Returns to Mark the First Green of Spring for Over 50 Years

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Feb. 2, 2021) — So “sweet” of these treats to rejoin us! While you can’t always count on the Groundhog avoiding its shadow, or the weather getting warmer anytime soon… you can count on Shamrock Shake Season to make you feel like spring has sprung.   Shamrock fans, please … [Read more...]

Rolling Lane Closure Needed for Pothole Repair on Interstate 30 in Pulaski County

A rolling lane closure is needed for pothole repair work on Interstate 30 in Pulaski County, according to Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) officials.  Weather permitting, crews will run rolling lane closures along I-30 from the Saline County Line to Roosevelt Road in the outside and … [Read more...]

Scam Alert from the Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office

The Cleburne County Sheriff's office has received a few reports today in which people have received phone calls from someone claiming to be a member of the Cleburne County Sheriff's Office. The reports have stated that the caller has told people they have missed court/jury duty/etc. and that they … [Read more...]

Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation Grants Available for Arkansas Nonprofits

Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation, in partnership with Arkansas Community Foundation, is awarding grants to programs that benefit African American or other underserved populations in Arkansas. Nonprofits with programs focusing on education, health and wellness, youth development, strengthening … [Read more...]

Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge Awards Eight Officers in the Region

BENTON – Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge today awarded the Following Officers: Cleburne County Outstanding Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award to Wildlife Officer Briston Gould with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Conway County Outstanding Law Enforcement Officer of the … [Read more...]