August 2023

State Auditor, former Treasurer Milligan Issues Statement on Death of State Treasurer Mark Lowery

Little Rock – Auditor of State Dennis Milligan, who took office on Jan. 10th, issued the following statement today regarding the death of his successor, State Treasurer Mark Lowery: “I am shocked and disheartened to hear of the passing of State Treasurer Mark Lowery. The death of a fellow Constitutional officer and public servant is terrible news to hear.
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Arkansas AG

LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing his office will hold its inaugural Human Trafficking Summit in October and that registration is open: “Human trafficking is a reprehensible crime that preys on our most vulnerable Arkansans. It disregards human dignity, exploits the innocent and shatters lives.
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Tax-Free Weekend

As summer winds down and the excitement of a new school year builds, families across the state are planning for the added expense of back-to-school shopping. This year, consumers are expected to spend close to $600 per child on clothes, shoes, and school supplies.
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Crooked Creek

August is here and yes, we’ve had a hot dry spell, but that is normal for this time of year, and we have had it a lot worse in prior years, but have we thought about what we would like to do this fall as far as a garden, or preparing our yard for winter, or maybe even planting trees? We will look at some of these options in this week’s article. Let’s start with lawn maintenance.
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NARMC EMS Jack Williams Award Recipient

Harrison - Charles “Chuck” Copeland, known as Chuck, was honored with the esteemed 2023 Jack Williams award for NARMC EMS in recognition of his remarkable contributions. Presently, Chuck holds the vital role of Communications Chief for NARMC EMS, where he oversees the EMS dispatch center and the entire communication system of the organization.
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Smith Joins NARMC as Physical Therapist

Harrison – North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is excited to introduce Dalton Smith, PT, DPT, ATC, as the newest member of its esteemed healthcare team, assuming the role of Physical Therapist in the Rehabilitation Services Department. Smith’s exceptional patient care track record and dedication to improving lives through physical therapy make him a valuable addition to the NARMC community.
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