Lisa and Paul Stewart had planned to purchase a home. But when they didn’t find what they were looking for, they decided to go a different route, and invest their money into a business they felt the community needed. more

HOT SPRINGS — Alpena High School claimed first place at the Archery in the Schools state championship in the Hot Springs Convention Center and Bank OZK Arena Saturday with their top 12 archers posting a decisive score of 3,358 out of a possible 3,600 points. The feat completed their steady climb to the top of Arkansas’s high school archery ranks, besting their second-place score of 3,276 last year and their third-place finish (3,250 points) in 2022. more

First Baptist Church (FBC) in Harrison will host internationally renowned author and speaker, Richard Blackaby, this weekend. Blackaby will give a program on March 8, 6:30 — 9 p.m. and March 9, 8:30 a.m. — Noon. Through this free program, informed by the popular book co-authored by Blackaby with his father — “Experiencing God,” he will explore how to “unpack the principles and realities of ‘experiencing God.’” more

This week’s Museum Musings is made up of some additions and corrections to previous Musings. more

Bradford pear trees have exploded in a flurry of white flowers this week. The pretty (and notoriously foul smelling) trees can be seen blooming along the highways, outside of businesses and in yards throughout the area this time of year. The appearance of their blooms is a sure sign of early spring in Arkansas. While the plentiful flowers are visually stunning, the trees are unwelcome in many ways. more

Daniel Caudle, 36, and Misty Berdine, 33, both of Omaha, pleaded guilty to Medicaid Fraud this week. Medicaid Fraud is a Class A misdemeanor. The pair were discovered claiming Medicaid payments for providing care to their son when he was not in their custody.  more

CONWAY — The University of Central Arkansas conferred nearly 500 undergraduate and more than 180 graduate degrees and certificates through the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Business; College of Education; College of Health and Behavioral Sciences; College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics; and Graduate School. more

May means strawberry season. Often called "nature's candy," strawberries at their peak are as sweet as any candy. Strawberries are the genus Fragaria which is part of the rose family.  more

FAYETTEVILLE — Even the country’s first National River can find itself the unfortunate victim of illegal dumping, especially as it winds its way through some of the most scenic areas of Arkansas. more

ASP’s Criminal Investigation Division is investigating an officer-involved shooting fatality that occurred Friday, March 1, 2024, in Eureka Springs. more

I have always liked Margaret Mead’s quote, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” more

With strong leadership, community involvement, and a shared commitment to progress, there is no limit to what Harrison can achieve. more

Every Saturday morning is ‘Coffee & Conversation” 9-11 a.m. at the American Legion Post 340. Coffee’s free! Come out and catch up with your neighbors! more

March is Red Cross Month and sites across the Ozarks will play host to donation opportunities.  more

Judge Gordon Webb, retired Fourteenth Judicial District Judge and long-time former prosecuting attorney, has been selected to receive the 2024 Boy Scouts of America Heart of the Eagle Award. more

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) closed their Lead Hill rural health clinic — Claude Parrish Community Health Center, in early January, leading many in the Lead Hill area to react with concern. The closure was part of a long-term strategic realignment undertaken by the hospital as it attempts to balance rising costs against low insurance reimbursements. in response, public meetings were organized by some concerned Lead Hill residents, as they lamented the news that their healthcare options would be limited to traveling to Harrison to see their healthcare providers or utilizing remote telehealth services. more

Harrison High School hosted a "Day of Opportunities" for area students on Friday. This is the fourth year the school has hosted this event. Businesses and students connected throughout the day to discuss job and higher education opportunities in the community. Each year, the event has grown — seeing more and more businesses and students participate. more

MOUNTAIN HOME — After unanimous votes by both the Fulton County Quorum Court on Tuesday, Feb. 20, and the Baxter Health System Board of Directors on Wednesday, Feb. 28, Fulton County Hospital has reached a long-term agreement to become part of the Baxter Health System. Baxter Health will continue to manage Fulton County Hospital for the remainder of 2024 under the current management agreement and will execute the long-term lease by Jan. 1, 2025. more

The State of Healthcare Breakfast, hosted by the Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce and North Arkansas Regional Medical Center; and presented by Home Helpers, was held on Thursday, Feb. 29. more

Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. more