Heber Springs Fireworks Display! Heber Springs Fireworks Extravaganza will be held at the Sandy Beach on July 4th. Join us for Music, food, and fireworks! The events will be held from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM with fireworks beginning at 9:30 PM. KFFB 106.1 FM will provide the music soundtrack for … [Read more...]
Lincoln Pushes Education Reform
June 30, 2009 by
Lincoln Pushes Education Reform Washington—U.S. Senator Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) and nine fellow moderate Senate Democrats today sent a letter to President Barack Obama voicing support for his key education goals and pledging to “lend our voices to the debate as proponents of education … [Read more...]
BERRY Welcomes Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis to Arkansas
June 25, 2009 by
BERRY Welcomes Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis to Arkansas Visit to focus on job creation and economic development This week Congressman Berry will welcome U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis to Arkansas's First Congressional District. On Wednesday, June 24th Secretary Solis will tour the … [Read more...]
Entergy Arkansas’s New Web site Offers Answers to High Bills
June 21, 2009 by
Entergy Arkansas’s New Web site Offers Answers to High Bills Site answers commonly asked questions and offers tips to lower monthly bills As summer heat rapidly approaches and with the U.S. economy still facing difficult times, Entergy Arkansas, Inc. has unveiled a new website designed to … [Read more...]
Lincoln Introduces Legislation to Improve Rural After-School Programs
June 19, 2009 by
Lincoln Introduces Legislation to Improve Rural After-School Programs Senator Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) today introduced legislation that will enhance after-school programs in rural communities across the United States. Senator Mark Begich (D-Alaska) is a co-sponsor of the … [Read more...]
Summer Heat Arrives In Arkansas
June 18, 2009 by
Summer Heat Arrives in Arkansas Summer will officially begin this weekend on Father’s Day, but the heat has already arrived in Arkansas, and it’s time to watch for the dangerous side effects the heat can bring. Heat stress, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are serious concerns in Arkansas, and … [Read more...]
Arkansas Tea Party “Rally On The River”
June 10, 2009 by
Happy 173rd Birthday Arkansas! The Arkansas Tea Party will hold a “Rally on the River” The rally is in conjunction with the State of Arkansas' 173rd Birthday and Flag Day "We want to wave our flags and show our support of our country," said Tom Cox, chairman. Cox went on to say that even … [Read more...]
Rally On The River!
May 28, 2009 by
Happy 173rd Birthday Arkansas The Arkansas Tea Party will hold a “Rally on the River” June 15, Monday at the Riverfront Ampitheater from 5:30PM to 8:30PM. The rally is in conjunction with the State of Arkansas' 173rd Birthday and Flag Day. "We want to wave our flags and show our support of … [Read more...]
Summer Reading Program Kickoff!
May 26, 2009 by
Summer reading isn’t just for kids. Special programs and activities are planned for adults, too. Check the website for information on the SRC Kick-Off Celebration at the Museum of Discovery, book clubs and other great activities all summer long. Visit your branch today. Get registered for … [Read more...]
All Arkansas Lakes To Be Open
May 22, 2009 by
ALL ARKANSAS LAKES OPEN MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND Arkansas lake resorts and marinas, and many campgrounds and launching ramps, are open for business Memorial Day weekend. Although some campgrounds and boat ramps across the state have closed because of recent heavy rains, many remain … [Read more...]
