Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders sent a copy of Jonathan Haidt’s book, “The Anxious Generation,” to the governors of every U.S. state and territory along with a letter encouraging governors to come together to limit social media and…
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Harding Unveils Renovated Space for Architecture Students and Faculty
Harding University hosted faculty, staff, students and community members last week for an open house and dedication on the third floor of the Kendall Building. The 6,500 square-foot space has been entirely renovated and will…
May, Older Americans Month
Each May, Older Americans Month pays tribute to the invaluable contributions made by older adults throughout the nation. While navigating the responsibilities of raising families and forging careers, older Americans have consistently enriched those around…
BACC Holds Ribbon-Cutting for AgHeritage Farm Credit Services
The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon-Cutting ceremony to celebrate AgHeritage Farm Credit Services’ new location. AgHeritage Farm Credit Services (FCS) operates nine branch locations and serves over 6,400 customer-owners, with owned and…
Owner Of Bryant’s Pharmacy In Batesville In Fatal Plane Crash
We just received word of a tragic accident taking the life of a Batesville business owner. Batesville business owner Joseph Bryant, 72, and his wife Sharon Bryant, 73, passed away after their private plane crashed…
12-Year-Old Murderer In Arkansas Killing Learns His Fate In Court
A guilty verdict has been reached. According to Texarkana Gazette Ayden J. Merrell has been determined to be guilty by a court. He will now spend the rest of his days in prison. 12-Year-Old-Murderer Heads…
Arkansas State Library Board Votes To Keep Paying For Explicit Books Potentially Reaching Children
They’re not shutting it down. After former State Senator Jason Rapert revealed a list of explicit books offered in Arkansas libraries targeting children, the Arkansas State Library board has decided that it will keep funding…
Arkansas Reaches Settlement After Fake Offers In 2016 Targeting Residents
You may have been the victim of deceptive advertising in Arkansas. According to Arkansas Advocate, the state of Arkansas has reached a $104,000 settlement after AT&T, T-Mobile USA and Verizon Wireless may have misled and…
Arkansas State Senator Slapped With Lawsuit Over Mean Tweet
A top Arkansas Democrat politician took a tweet a little too personally. According to KARK, former Democrat Gubernational candidate Chris Jones filed a DEFAMATION lawsuit against State Senator Bart Hester. Hester mocked Jones by saying…
Boozman Reminds Arkansas Veterans of Services Available Through Senate Office
In recognition of National Military Appreciation Month, U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) is reminding Arkansas veterans of the services his office provides to help obtain records of military service for national cemetery burials, service medals…
