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…
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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…
Arkansas Radio Owner Interviews Ted Hall About Area Agency On Aging On “Open Mic”
May is Older Americans Month! How does the Area Agency on Aging help seniors? They help seniors get taken care whether it’s with housing or health. In this special “Open Mic” interview with Arkansas Radio…
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…
IRS Says Filers Could Get $1,000 If New Deadline Is Met
The IRS says Arkansans who did not file their 2020 tax year returns could be eligible for nearly $1,000 if they file by this Friday. Last Monday, the IRS said more than $938 million in…
Cycling Event Called “Arkansas Graveler” Planned In Multiple Cities
Several towns in northeast Arkansas, including Cave City, are gearing up to host a whole lot of bike riders in June with the Arkansas Graveler. The tour spans six days and covers over 300 miles,…
Arkansas Quietly Gave $140 Million In Contracts To A Mysterious Organization Under Audit
It’s raising concerns across our state state. A large number of multi-year contracts totaling over $140,000,000 has been awarded to a mysterious organization in Arkansas. Not only does the organization face an audit by legislators,…
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…
Child Issues In Arkansas City Linked To “Trauma” From Gang Culture
Pine Bluff learning issues may be linked to a heartbreaking cause. According to Arkansas Advocate, violence in Pine Bluff schools has increased dramatically in recent years. Not only is education being prevented, but it may…