WASHINGTON, D.C. — Eligible organizations providing employment-based resources and tools to help recently separated members of the Armed Forces and their spouses may now apply for grants from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Buffalo National River will be installing a new water line to Steel Creek starting on Monday, July 29. As a result, the only road accessing Steel Creek will be shut down Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Access to the river and campground will be available outside of the closure to include any time on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

The Harrison Fire Department participated in the "Reading in the Park" held at Lake Harrison Thursday evening for the Boone County Imagination Library.

Scottie Trammell, Director of Emergency Medical Services at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, has proudly served the citizens of Boone County for over 27 years. His duties include overseeing ambulance services, dispatch operations, billing and education. He, along with help of the Operations Chief, Clinical Quality Chief, EMS Communications Chief, and many other hard-working employees ensure that the community is able to receive top-notch emergency care when in need.

Alias Bench Warrant on Possession of a Controlled Substance

CASTLE ROCK, Colo. — Behind a church surrounded by rolling prairie on the outskirts of this Colorado town sits a donated RV that Joe Ridenour called home for a year after he lost his job during the pandemic.

MT. JUDEA — The Deer/Mt. Judea School District Board of Education held its regular meeting Monday, July 22, and quickly took care of some routine preparations for the coming start of the new school year. First day of class is Aug. 12. Most of the evening's conversation was on school security and the impact social media has on students.

ROGERS — Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area will host a free program on thousands of years of bluff shelter activity in Arkansas … 2:00 pm August 11, 2024, in the park’s visitor center.  Mark your calendar.

Jeanine Wilson and several of her family members have been vacationing in Florida this week. I am sure they have enjoyed their time at the beach!

In 2022 a tree fell and damaged the roof of the Beaver Jim Villines Boyhood Home in Ponca. The damage to the roof compromised the integrity of the historic structure built in 1850 and made the log building unsafe to enter.

KENYA — For 16 years, Harrison native, Eugene Saul has been making trips to Kenya, Africa to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. 

LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas Game and Fish Commission fisheries biologists during the last month slammed the door on two opportunities for giant salvinia, a highly invasive aquatic plant, to creep into new areas of The Natural State.

BERGMAN — The Bergman School district is gearing up for the upcoming school year with events to get students and parents prepared.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Thursday, July 18, The Kennedy Center announced the recipients for its annual Kennedy Center Honors.

Taco Tuesday, my favorite day to cook it is easy to get together.

Greetings from Capps.

There will be a Benefit Auction for Misty Henrickson next Saturday August 3, 10 a.m., in the Lead Hill School Cafeteria. For more information or to donate items, please reach out to Missie Jones Reed 870-204-3704. Prayers are much appreciated for our friend Misty. Thank you

JASPER — The Jasper School District Board of Education met in regular session Tuesday, July 23, rescheduled from July 15, and took action on several items in preparation for the first day of school on Aug. 14. That included dealing with school personnel assignments.

On Saturday, August 24, Zach Williams will headline the 50th Anniversary of North Arkansas College banquet and concert presented by Explore Harrison. The VIP banquet will feature stellar food, comments from Zach Williams, a 50th celebration followed by a short trip to campus to enjoy the concert. Dress is “concert casual”. Wear your shorts and shirts if you like.