Arkansas Symphony Orchestra to Require COVID-19 Vaccination, Masks to Attend Indoor Live Performances During 2021–2022 Season

Arkansas Symphony Orchestra (ASO), as part of its ongoing commitment to providing a safe experience for live performance audiences, performers and staff, will join a growing number of orchestras across the country and require that attendees show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 before attending … [Read more...]

Ranking Members Boozman, Thompson Express Concern with EPA’s Departure from Regulatory Process with Key Crop Protection Tool

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson, Ranking Member, House Committee on Agriculture released the following statement expressing concern with the Environmental Protection Agency’s … [Read more...]

Construction on River Bridge Means Major Traffic Shift on I-430

Improvements to the Interstate 430 River Bridge require a major traffic shift for the next stage of construction, according to Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) officials. Weather permitting, all three northbound traffic lanes will shift to the same side of the I-430 bridge and the … [Read more...]

Field of Heroes

The American Legion Auxiliary will be presenting the Field of Heroes beginning September 11th through November 11th at the Cleburne County Courthouse. … [Read more...]

White County Single Parent Scholarship Fund Deadline Extended

The White County Single Parent Scholarship Fund, Inc. has extended the deadline for applying for fall scholarships through August 31. Interested individuals should contact Executive Director Dan Newsom at 501-230-2414 or wcspsf.inc@gmail.com. … [Read more...]

Arkansas Symphony Orchestra to Perform Masterworks Concerts Both In Person and Virtually for 2021–2022 Season

Arkansas Symphony Orchestra (ASO) has announced that it will perform all six Masterworks concerts for the 2021–2022 season for both in-person and virtual audiences. Live performances at the Robinson Center will be recorded in high-quality audio with multiple cameras for an engaging, virtual … [Read more...]

Senate Agrees to Boozman Amendment Protecting Rural Americans’ Access to Affordable, Reliable Energy 

The U.S. Senate adopted an amendment authored by Senator John Boozman (R-AR), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, that prevents a ban on fossil fuels and supports access to affordable, reliable energy to power their farms, businesses and … [Read more...]

Lane Closures Needed for Pavement Surface Improvements on Highways in Pulaski County

Safety improvements to the driving surface mean lane closures on various highways in Pulaski County, according to Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) officials. Weather permitting; the following overnight lane closures will occur from 10:00 p.m. to       6:00 a.m. the … [Read more...]

Arkansas Delegation Applauds USDA Disaster Declaration for Counties Impacted by Storms  

“This disaster designation is a critical step to helping Arkansas agricultural producers recover from devastating losses as a result of natural disasters. We are pleased Secretary Vilsack recognizes the need to provide this assistance to our farmers,” members said. U.S. Senators John Boozman and … [Read more...]

Routine Inspection of Interstate 55 Mississippi River Bridge Means Temporary Lane Closures

A routine inspection of the I-55 Mississippi River Bridge means temporary lane closures. This inspection was scheduled prior to the I-40 Mississippi River Bridge closure but could not be completed while all traffic was diverted through the I-55 Mississippi River crossing. Orange cones, … [Read more...]