EBSCO’s LearningExpress Library will remain available through the Arkansas State Library’s Traveler Statewide Digital Resources program until June 2024. The State Library initially acquired the resource in June of 2020 through the Institute of Museum and Library Services and funding from the CARES … [Read more...]
Work on Interstate 30 Requires Lane Closures In Little Rock and North Little Rock
May 9, 2021 by
Construction on I-30 in Little Rock and North Little Rock will require lane closures, according to Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) officials. Weather permitting, the following travel impacts and traffic pattern changes will occur during the week of May 10: Mon., May 10 – Fri., … [Read more...]
Boozman Urges Action to Expand Benefits to Military Survivors and Families
May 8, 2021 by
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) is calling on the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee to pass legislation that would strengthen benefits to military survivors and families. Boozman and Chairman Jon Tester (D-MT) introduced the Caring for Survivors Act of 2021 last month. The legislation aims to … [Read more...]
Harding University College of Business establishes $1M Student Managed Investment Fund
May 8, 2021 by
The Harding University College of Business announces the establishment of a Student Managed Investment Fund. The fund was created to offer business students valuable experience in investment analysis and portfolio management. “The Student Managed Investment Fund is a significant opportunity for … [Read more...]
Volunteers Needed For Toad Suck Days
May 8, 2021 by
Toad Suck Daze isn’t possible without volunteers and this year is no different. Volunteers are needed to help with all of this year’s events, including the Airplane Parade, Tinkerfest, Toad Races, and the Concert. For more information visit the Conway Chamber Website! … [Read more...]
Boozman Backs Legislation to Protect Arkansas Hospitals Participating in Drug Discount Program
May 8, 2021 by
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) is backing legislation to provide certainty to Arkansas hospitals participating in the 340B drug discount program during the COVID-19 public health emergency. The 340B drug pricing program is providing flexibility to more than 40 Arkansas medical facilities to … [Read more...]
New Art Exhibit Displayed at Ozark Health Medical Center
May 8, 2021 by
A new art exhibit has been hung at Ozark Health Medical Center to cheer the staff and patients as they walk the halls. About 30 paintings by seven members of the North Central Arkansas Artist League are displayed in two exhibits: one upstairs near the cafeteria, and one downstairs in the Outpatient … [Read more...]
Boozman, Kaine, Tillis Push Bill Supporting Military Families
May 8, 2021 by
Today, on Military Spouse Appreciation Day, U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) announced the reintroduction of the Jobs and Childcare for Military Families Act to address military spouse unemployment and access to affordable childcare. The bill would amend the tax code to … [Read more...]
Boozman Applauds DoD’s Final Steps to Restore Full Education Benefits to Guard and Reserve Members
May 6, 2021 by
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) applauded the signing of a memorandum by the Office of the Secretary of Defense that enables members of the Guard and Reserve to concurrently use Federal Tuition Assistance and GI Bill benefits to fund their education, similar to active duty servicemembers. This … [Read more...]
