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Senator John Boozman Votes to Support Additional COVID-19 Relief

December 22, 2020 by KFFB 106.1 FM

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) voted for nearly $900 billion in additional COVID-19 relief for struggling Americans and hard-hit small businesses, along with additional funding to safely open schools and strengthen efforts to defeat the virus so we can reopen America. The legislation passed the … [Read more...]

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Senators John Boozman, and Tom Cotton Bill to Designate National Cold War Center in Blytheville

December 17, 2020 by KFFB 106.1 FM

Senators Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and John Boozman (R-Arkansas) introduced a bill that would designate the museum at Eaker Air Force Base in Blytheville, AR as the National Cold War Center. Bill text may be found here. “Eaker Air Force Base played a key role in the defense of our … [Read more...]

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Governor Asa Hutchinson Receives Law-Enforcement Task Force Report, Highlights Action Items

December 17, 2020 by KFFB 106.1 FM

Governor Hutchinson received the final report from the Task Force to Advance the State of Law Enforcement in Arkansas today and shared its recommendations that the Governor intends to support during the 93rd General Assembly in January.“I created the law-enforcement task force in the midst of the … [Read more...]

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Congress Sends Senator John Boozman Initiative Enhancing Benefits for Women Veterans to President

December 16, 2020 by KFFB 106.1 FM

Congress is sending President Donald Trump legislation to sign into law championed by U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) that will enhance Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) care and services for women veterans. The Senate and the House of Representatives passed the Johnny Isakson and … [Read more...]

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Cotton, Smith, Suozzi Introduce Bill to Stop Chinese Forced Organ Harvesting

December 16, 2020 by KFFB 106.1 FM

Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Congressmen Chris Smith (R-New Jersey) and Tom Suozzi (D-New York) today announced the Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act, which aims to prevent the Chinese Communist Party from harvesting organs from prisoners of conscience. According to an … [Read more...]

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Senator John Boozman , Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Stop Medicare Physician Payment Cuts

December 11, 2020 by KFFB 106.1 FM

U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Susan Collins (R-ME) introduced legislation to prevent the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) planned physician payment cuts scheduled to begin January 1, 2021. The Holding … [Read more...]

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Senator Tom Cotton Introduces Bill to Increase Child Support Payments

December 11, 2020 by KFFB 106.1 FM

Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) introduced the Child Support Works Act, a bill that would increase child-support payments to custodial parents and children. The Child Support Works Act would allow state child-support agencies to be reimbursed for operating mandatory work programs for … [Read more...]

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Senator Tom Cotton Statement on Agreement Between Israel and Morocco

December 11, 2020 by KFFB 106.1 FM

Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the normalization of diplomatic relations between Israel and Morocco: “I commend our friend and partner, the Kingdom of Morocco, for establishing diplomatic relations with Israel. Morocco’s decision is another vital step … [Read more...]

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Senator John Boozman: “NDAA makes critical investments to defend our country against evolving threats”

December 11, 2020 by KFFB 106.1 FM

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) will vote to support the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that includes defense priorities he championed to improve military readiness, expand services for military families and invest in Arkansas’s role in our national … [Read more...]

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Senate Passes Senator John Boozman’s Bill to Bolster VA Care and Services for Women Veterans

December 10, 2020 by KFFB 106.1 FM

The Senate passed a package of veterans’ health care and benefits improvements that incorporates a number of U.S. Senator John Boozman’s (R-AR) legislative priorities, including enhancing Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) care and services for women veterans. The Deborah Sampson … [Read more...]

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WATCH: Raging Fire Erupts Inside Walmart In Arkansas
A disturbing video showed the incident unfold. According to local sources, a fire erupted inside Walmart in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. It reportedly happened on Saturday. You can watch a video below. Fire Erupts Inside Arkansas… The post WATCH: Raging Fire Erupts Inside Walmart In Arkansas appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
PHOTO: Giant Rainbow Appears Over Fairfield Bay
It happened Saturday evening. Several people in Fairfield Bay, Arkansas reported seeing a large rainbow appearing over the city. Photographs circulated online of the colorful event. You can view a photograph below. Rainbow Appears Over… The post PHOTO: Giant Rainbow Appears Over Fairfield Bay appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
Radio Still Driving Results: Nielsen Data and ArkansasRadio.com Prove Unmatched Reach and ROI
A new study just revealed a shocking new detail about the power and reach of radio. According to the Q2 2025 Nielsen Metrics report presented during the RAB’s “Tune Into Growth” webinar. Over-the-Air (OTA) radio… The post Radio Still Driving Results: Nielsen Data and ArkansasRadio.com Prove Unmatched Reach and ROI appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
Batesville Chamber to Host Ribbon-Cutting for New Greenway Trail Addition
The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, October 23, at 1 p.m., to celebrate the newest addition to the Batesville Greenway System in downtown Batesville. The event will take… The post Batesville Chamber to Host Ribbon-Cutting for New Greenway Trail Addition appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
Arkansas State Police Launches “Put the Phone Away or Pay” Distracted Driving Campaign
The Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office has launched the statewide distracted driving campaign “Put the Phone Away or Pay”, a high-visibility enforcement effort running NOW through October 25. The campaign reminds drivers about the… The post Arkansas State Police Launches “Put the Phone Away or Pay” Distracted Driving Campaign appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
First Electric Cooperative and Connect2First Host Appreciation Lunch for First Responders in Jacksonville
First Electric Cooperative and Connect2First are proud to honor first responders in Jacksonville with a special appreciation lunch. The Hometown Heroes Grill & Chill event recognizes the men and women who dedicate themselves to keeping… The post First Electric Cooperative and Connect2First Host Appreciation Lunch for First Responders in Jacksonville appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
Lyon College BSN Program Earns Prestigious CCNE Accreditation
Lyon College announced today that its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has been granted accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), a mark of the program’s high quality and commitment to… The post Lyon College BSN Program Earns Prestigious CCNE Accreditation appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
WATCH: Cement Is Going Into Greers Ferry Lake In New Project
Cement structures are going into Greers Ferry Lake. But don’t worry, it was planned! And encouraged! It was launched by the Greers Ferry Walleye Club. In partnership with the Arkansas Game and Fish and the… The post WATCH: Cement Is Going Into Greers Ferry Lake In New Project appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
WATCH: Pine Bluff House Fire Caught On Camera
It was a disturbing situation in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. A local news outlet caught a fire on camera. A large structure fire was reported located near 20th and Elm Street. You can watch footage of… The post WATCH: Pine Bluff House Fire Caught On Camera appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
Massive Independence County Drug Bust Leads to Multiple Felony Charges After Eight-Month Investigation
A months-long drug and alcohol enforcement operation in Independence County has led to multiple felony charges following the arrest of Jessie James Smith, who is accused of distributing methamphetamine and selling alcohol without a license.… The post Massive Independence County Drug Bust Leads to Multiple Felony Charges After Eight-Month Investigation appeared first on Arkansas Radio.