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“Our prayers are with the family of Rep. Marion Berry, whose service to Arkansas and our country will be felt for generations. Marion was a farmer who wore his passion for Arkansas and agriculture on his sleeve. He never backed down from a fight for what was right and was a true advocate for Arkansas farmers and ranchers. He was truly one of a kind and our state and nation are better today as a result of his many contributions and service to our country.”

Friday- Partly cloudy with a high near 90 degrees and a low of 67 decrees. Saturday- P.M.

Little Rock — Bill Gossage has been named Chief External Affairs Officer for Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI).

LITTLE ROCK - The State of Arkansas lost one of its most dedicated public servants, Congressman Robert Marion Berry (1942 - 2023). From Stuttgart, Arkansas, Berry was first elected as city alderman in Gillett and later became an influential member of Congress, serving on the Veterans Affairs.

EAST CAMDEN – Southern Arkansas University Tech, SAU Tech, is proud to announce the academic achievement of Tom Brown from Flippin. Tom earned a Certificate of Proficiency in Fire and Emergency Response in academic year 20222023.

Mountain Home Moose Lodge #1953 will hold its monthly all-u-caneat fried fish and shrimp dinner Friday, June 2, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Guests may order fried fish, fried shrimp or a combination plate which also includes hushpuppies, French fries, coleslaw, vegetable, roll, dessert and a beverage.

A free Drug Prevention Conference has been scheduled for July 25, at the Signature Bank Community Room located at 303 North Main Street, Harrison. The objective is to instruct how to prevent substance use or misuse in our communities.

Monday, June 5: BINGO 10:0 a.m. - 12:0 p.m.

The Baxter Health Auxiliary is sponsoring a sale by Anita’s Accessories on Monday, June 5, and Tuesday, June 6. The sale is taking place in the Lagerborg Dining Room of the Baxter Health Cafeteria.