Greg Biffle — driver of Roush Fenway Racing’s No. 16 Ford Fusion — has signed on again as a Red Cross spokesperson this 2009 racing season to help raise awareness about the ongoing need for blood donations. Greg encourages people to join the race where everyone wins by making a donation during the … [Read more...]
Lincoln Honors Arkansas’s Women Airforce Service Pilots from World War II
July 27, 2009 by
Washington – U.S. Senator Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) today submitted a statement into the Congressional Record expressing appreciation for the Arkansas women who served as Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) during World War II. “WASPs were America’s first women to fly military aircraft and are a … [Read more...]
Doug Gabriel Show Coming to Bull Shoals!
July 27, 2009 by
Saturday, August 1st at 7pm., the Bull Shoals Theater of the Arts will present the Doug Gabriel Show. Do you desire great entertainment? Want to be touched in your heart? Experience the Doug Gabriel Show! Doug shares not only his talent, but also shares his tremendously talented family. Whatever … [Read more...]
Sec. Daniels Announces Schedule of Annual Statewide Teacher Workshop Series
July 16, 2009 by
Sec. Daniels Announces Schedule of Annual Statewide Teacher Workshop Series Arkansas Secretary of State Charlie Daniels today announced the schedule for the annual summer teacher workshop series entitled “Using the State Capitol to Teach” to be offered statewide to teachers through July … [Read more...]
Lincoln Helps Arkansas Schools Receive Computers
July 14, 2009 by
Lincoln Helps Arkansas Schools Receive Computers Washington– U.S. Senator Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) announced today that five Arkansas schools will receive computers from the U.S. Senate’s “Computers for Learning” Program. The program channels surplus computers from the Senate to classrooms … [Read more...]
Arkansas Congressional Delegation Announces $911,000 for Arkansas Communities
July 10, 2009 by
Arkansas Congressional Delegation Announces $911,000 for Arkansas Communities Funds Provided by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act will be used to purchase police cars, fire trucks, and other safety equipment Washington – U.S. Senators Blanche Lincoln and Mark Pryor and U.S. … [Read more...]
EPA Awards $1.6 Million in Recovery Act Funds to Clean Up
July 9, 2009 by
EPA Awards $1.6 Million in Recovery Act Funds to Clean Up Underground Petroleum Leaks in Arkansas EPA: Funds help create jobs and protect Arkansas land and water. (Dallas, Texas – July 9, 2009) In an effort to protect people where they live, work, and play, EPA announced the distribution of … [Read more...]
Summer Adventures for Everyone!
July 9, 2009 by
Summer Adventures for Everyone! With summer half way over, you may be burned out on your summer routine. Add a little fun to your calendar, and check out these fun things to do around Arkansas! 1) Visit the Old State House in Little Rock! Open 7 days a week, and the admission is free! You’ll … [Read more...]
Adult Smoking Drops in Arkansas
July 9, 2009 by
Adult Smoking Drops in Arkansas Arkansas Department of Health Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program Celebrates Program Successes and a Healthier State (LITTLE ROCK) — New survey information shows that there are nearly 100,000 fewer smokers in Arkansas since the beginning of the Arkansas … [Read more...]
Congressional Delegation Announces $14 Million For State’s Recovery From January Ice Storm
July 8, 2009 by
Congressional Delegation Announces $14 Million For State’s Recovery From January Ice Storm Washington – U.S. Senators Blanche Lincoln and Mark Pryor and U.S. Representatives Marion Berry (AR-01), Vic Snyder (AR-02), and John Boozman (AR-03) today announced that Arkansas will receive $14,849,105 … [Read more...]
