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EUREKA SPRINGS, Ark. – The New Great Passion Play will host television host and Christian singer Carroll Roberson in a performance on its grounds Tuesday, Oct. 14. Since 1987, the Mississippi native has toured and preached at revivals and crusades. His message of faith has reached millions. A throat cancer survivor, Roberson has recorded more than 25 albums and written more than 100 songs. For more information, call 800-882-7529.

The Heber Springs Rotary Club is hosting a Pancake Breakfast From 6:30am to 10:00 am on Saturday, October 11th at the Heber Springs High SChool Cafeteria. The proceeds of the breakfast go for charitable projects in the Cleburne County area.

(Above) KFFB on location at Suddenlink in Heber Springs

(Above) Ron Vincent (Heber Springs Suddenlink) and Bob Connell talk deals

(Above) Jared Christian and Jenny Massey handout prizes

(Above) Anna Southerland and Barbra Pitts winner of The Dixie Land Cruise

(Above) Allison Parks serving cake

(Above) Folks all registering for the TV

(Above) The Gang in the Office L-R Ron Vincent, Anna Southerland, Stacy Nantz, Brenda Wilson

Winner of the 26″ HD TV was Juanita Estes of Heber Springs

Winner of one year of Suddenlink phone services was Chad Meli of Heber Springs

Winners of the Dixie Land Cruise on the Arkansas Queen are Barbra Pitts and Danny Kathy

The Witness Ticket Winners:Brenda Hill and David Green

There will be a Community Yard Sale and Pancake Breakfast at the City Event Center in Greenbrier, on Saturday, October 11th from 7 AM – 1 PM. Clean out your closets and cupboards for cash! Get a booth at the biggest sale in Greenbrier! All booths are indoors in a climate controlled environment and there’s plenty of parking. We’ll even do the advertising! Call 679-6362 or e-mail gcec@cyberback.com to get your booth now!

The Shirley High School is partnering with the American Red Cross for a blood drive on Thursday, Oct 9, from 9:30a until 2:00p in front of the new high school building.  The community is invited to support this blood drive, and just be sure to bring your donor card or a photo Id and to have eaten well before you donate.  Refreshments for all donors following your donation.

CLINTON, FLIPPPIN, MOUNTAIN HOME)
LITTLE ROCK – Business owners in tourism, agritourism, ecotourism, arts, crafts and hospitality business are invited to bring their ideas to a series of meetings in Marion, Baxter and Van Buren counties that will focus on issues and policies that may help or hinder the success of small businesses in north-central Arkansas.
The meetings, similar to ones scheduled for Izard, Sharp, Fulton and Stone counties Oct. 6-7, will be held in each of the eight counties in the North Central Arkansas Economic Development (NCARED) region.  Participants must register before the meetings.
“It’s important that businesses have their voices heard as the area works to build its economy,” said Dr. Mark Peterson, professor-community development with the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture. “We want to know what marketing and branding initiatives they believe are needed for the region, as well as letting us know of anything that might put a damper on economic growth.
The meetings and summary report are being funded through a grant from the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture’s Public Policy Center, with additional funding from the Breakthrough Solutions Program, U of A Division of Agriculture. Local sponsors include:  First Service Bank of Clinton and Arvest Bank of Flippin.  This initiative furthers the economic development work of NCARED, and is a step toward implementing NCARED’s 21st Century Vision Regional Blueprint.
Meetings in Marion, Baxter and Van Buren counties are scheduled for Oct. 9-10.  Interested business owners are invited to register with their county Extension Office.  Registration is limited, and all participants will receive a special memento in appreciation for their time.
•    North Arkansas Telephone Company (NATCO), 301 E. Main Street, Flippin – will host businesses from Marion County on Oct. 9 from 8 – 10 a.m.  Breakfast will be served.  To register, contact the Marion County Extension Office at 870-449-6349.
•    Baxter County businesses will meet Oct. 9 at Liberty Bank, 2448 Highway 62, Mountain Home, from 11:45 – 1:45.  Lunch will be served at this meeting.  To register, contact the Baxter County Extension Office at 870-425-2335.
•    Petit Jean Electric Cooperative, 270 Quality Drive, Clinton, will host business leaders on Oct. 10, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  To register, contact the Van Buren County Extension Office at 501-745-7117.
The meetings will be conducted Peterson Development and Maureen Rose, Program Associate, Economic and Community Development, U of A Division of Agriculture. For additional information contact Maureen Rose at 870-671-2066 or mrose@uaex.edu.
The Cooperative Extension Service is part of the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture.
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North Little Rock – This morning three people were rescued along Hwy 229 in Dallas County after being stranded on top of their vehicles due to high water from recent heavy rains.

Floods are one of the most common hazards in the United States.  For the past 30 years, the national average for deaths during floods has been 127 each year.  Nearly half of all flood fatalities are vehicle-related according to the National Weather Service.

The Arkansas Department of Emergency Management (ADEM) urges people to learn the dangers of driving into flooded roadways because drivers often underestimate the power of floodwater. Roads weaken under floodwater and drivers should proceed cautiously after waters have receded, since the road may collapse under the weight of the vehicle.

• Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars, causing loss of control.
• Twelve inches of water will float many cars.
• Two feet of rushing water will carry off pick-up trucks, SUVs and most other vehicles.
• Water across a road may hide a missing segment of roadbed or a missing bridge.
• Because disaster can strike at any time, ADEM encourages everyone to have a disaster supply kit in their home and vehicle.

When there’s water on the road:  Turn Around, Don’t Drown.  ADEM officials say that if you are driving and your vehicle stalls in flood water, the best advice is to get out quickly and move to higher ground.  Saving your life is as simple as choosing an alternate route.

American Legion Auxiliary is holding a Fish Fry and Raffle Saturday October 11th from 12:00 to 2:00. $5.00 a plate for Adults and $3.00 for children 6

From October 11th-12th, the Timbo Volunteer Fire Department is hosting the one of the largest gun and knife shows in North-Central Arkansas. The show will be hosted at the Stone County Fairground in Mountain View.
With over 90 tables of guns and knives, there will be something for everyone. The price for admittance is $4 for adults 12 and older. All proceeds of this twice-yearly even will go to purchase firefighting and medical equipment for the Timbo Volunteer Fire Department and First Responders.

For more information call:
870.746.4349
OR
501.803.3155

On October 10, enjoy an evening with dinner and performances by Harpist Terry Lee and Reveren William Flemer as Mark Twain. $15 admission. Call 501-362-0943, 501-362-0073 or 501-884-3066 for tickets. Proceeds to benefit the Community School of Cleburne County.