Greetings from Capps. Life in the "Heat dome", otherwise known as the dog days of summer, continues. My poor dog gave me the, "Just shoot me now" look one day last week. Lots of water and ice to go around. I cut hay and baled last week in the heat. It was nearly unbearable once the humidity came up. Still waiting for some parts for my tractor so I can finish up. I also started EMT training at Northark last week. It feels strange being a student again at 60 but the classes are free so that is nice. Pastor Eddie Reed's son, William, spoke at Capps Full Gospel last Sunday night. It was the Back to School service and he is a very successful coach in Southwest Missouri. Not Capps related but the Humbled Hearts ministry will be having a fundraiser today ( Saturday) at Camp Jack from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.There will be motorcycles, cars and food so come out and support a good cause. They help people break the cycle of addiction and dependency and begin sober lives. This writer is extremely grateful to God and supportive friends for over 36 years of clean and sober living. Blessings, Doug more

Hopefully we will soon make it through this extremely hot weather! I will have to admit that I have been a little lazy about doing yard work in a timely manner due to the intense heat. Lee Hankins and I made a trip to Little Rock on Tuesday of this week. I am very thankful for my sister! She will drop everything she is doing just to help me get to where I need to go. When coming back out of Little Rock she had to more than onc firmly say to me “get back in to that other lane!” Thank God for guardian Angels! On Wednesday evening, Pastor Ricky Stone had business he needed to take care so he gave me the privilege of being the speaker for the Wednesday night service. Thank you Pastor Ricky! more

The Boone County Library would like to wish everyone a safe and happy new school year. We would like to remind you of some of the resources we have available here at the library for the students. We more

The Boone County Library hosts the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program every summer to help children acquire and improve reading skills before beginning school. Children that begin school with reading experience are bound to have fewer difficulties as they begin their learning journey. Developing an appreciation for books will provide a lifetime of entertainment and provide a resource for information about any subject. more

The NICA Time Trail Event will be held Saturday, Aug. 26, and Sunday, Aug. 27. Students in grades 6-12 interested in mountain biking and attend the NICA time trial event can enter to win a free bike. more

The Central Arkansas Astronomical Society will be hosting an Eclipse Leadership Workshop focusing on preparing you to answer eclipse science questions as you help lead your group/community with the upcoming solar eclipse events. more

The Harrison Art League met for its bi-monthly meeting on July 18. The group is planning their annual “Artistic Expressions” art show which will be on display at the Boone County Library the month of October. The categories will include painting, drawing, mixed media and sculpture. The group decided to add photography as a new competition category. more

Charles Moton began his senior year at Arkansas Tech University on Wednesday with an angel on his shoulder. more

On Tuesday, Sept. 12, between 9-10 a.m., Eastern time, national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) is calling for the nation to join them in flag-waving to remind all Americans of the feeling we had – the pride in country, the unity and patriotism – which was expressed on the days following Sept. 11, 2001. The event will be hosted LIVE on WAA’s official Facebook page and broadcast over Wreaths Across America Radio. The broadcasts will include interviews and stories from volunteers, supporters, Gold Star families, veterans, first responders and members of the next generation. more

Registration is currently open for the following outdoor education classes, presented by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. more

Renewing your hunting and fishing licenses this year will be easier than ever before, thanks to an upgraded online licensing portal launching this week. Smartphone users also will find a new AGFC mobile app to download and keep handy this hunting season. more

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Jossia Eleanor Rose more

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Hospice of the Hills has been serving the Harrison area for 30 years. The public is invited to a celebration event and open house held from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 7, at The Hospice House, located at 501 East Sherman Avenue in Harrison. more

How about going for a nice run at night while glowing in the dark? Kennedy Hulsey will be hosting a 5K glow walk/run Saturday, Sept. 30 at 6:30 p.m., beginning at the Anstaff Soccer Complex. The event is a fundraiser for Healing Hands Ministry, and proceeds will go towards "Magi Boxes" for children in need. Each participant entry sponsors one child, providing food and other necessary supplies. The supplies are sent with missionaries as they travel the globe. more

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Forestry Division is now accepting applications for wild land fire suppression kits through Oct. 20. The application can be found at cognitoforms.com/ArkansasAgriculture1/Application ForWildlandFireSuppressionKit. more

Dorothy Dinnean opened the regular meeting of the Grubb Springs Extension Homemakers Club , at 12:45 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 17. more

Earlene Harris celebrated her 95th birthday last Saturday. Many family members and friends were present for the celebration. Carl and I attended the event. It was great to visit with Earlene and many of her children and grandchildren. Carl and I traveled to Columbia, Missouri Friday, Aug. 4, for a Regional International Convention of Faith Ministry meeting. We had a great experience while attending the meetings. more

We have a new Facebook page! Boone County Library is the name. Look for our smiling faces! more