The Boone County Friends of the Library (FOL) held a Valentine's Day bake sale on Wednesday, Feb. 14. FOL is an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 organization that works to enhance the Boone County Library through volunteer work and fundraising. Enhancements to the library include the addition of new books, programs, building improvements and more. The FOL will host a spring book sale April 11—April 13, more details on this popular event will be provided at a later date. more

Another new sport will be added to the North Arkansas College athletic program by the time the Fall 2024 semester begins. more

If you were ever fortunate enough to meet Howard McCarville, guaranteed you would walk away smiling. Even at 93, he was a still charmer quick with a joke, harmonica at the ready. He would first introduce you to his tiny dogs who were always by his side, followed by a rousing rendition of the Marine Corps Hymn or America the Beautiful. more

According to affidavits filed in Marion County last week, a former Bull Shoals mayor — 69 year-old David Nixon, is accused of the crimes of abuse of office and theft of property. This follows an investigation by Special Agent JayP Massiet with the Public Integrity Unit of the Arkansas Attorney General’s Office. more

For over 23 years, Mid-States Wrestling has provided family friendly professional wrestling in a 4 states region. Yet, always calling Harrison home. After donating $4,000 to the District Fairgrounds in 2023, Mid-States hopes to exceed that donation in 2024. more

Friends of the Boone County Library are hosting a Valentine’s Day Bake Sale at the library on Wednesday, Feb. 14,10 a.m.—4.p.m., 221 W. Stephenson Ave. in Harrison. The sale will include a large variety of cakes, cookies and more. The Friends of the Boone County Library is a 501(c)(3) and all proceeds benefit the library. At the bake sale, there will also be a drawing to win either a Valentine's box of See's Candies or a gift certificate for Neighbor's Mill Bakery and Cafe in Harrison. There is no charge to enter the drawing. more

The Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce announced their roster of speakers for their 2024 annual meeting, set for March 12, 2024. The panelists were chosen to speak directly to issues of workforce development in the Harrison area and beyond, and each of their backgrounds will provide insight into the barriers to workforce development and proven results that enhance workforce pipelines in Arkansas. more

One would think that during the recent snow days and sub-zero temperatures that things would quiet down a bit so we could catch our breath - but no. At Camp Jack, things are busier than ever. more

It’s Upwards season again. Ryan Puls said, “The Lord has blessed us with great numbers again, we have over 250 basketball players and over 50 cheerleaders. So at total registration of more than 300. This is up over 50 participants from last year.” more

The Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce and New Beginnings Cosmetology School hosted an event on Wednesday, Jan. 24 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the school. more

Holt Memorial Chapel and the Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted a Business After Hours on Thursday, Jan. 18, to celebrate the 100-year anniversary. more