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2026 Pasture Conference
Plan to attend the Crooked Creek Conservation District 2026 Pasture Conference. Details listed below.
Read More2026 Pasture ConferenceVA announces new chief of staff
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs today announced the planned departure of Chief of Staff Chris Syrek, who will soon leave VA for a private-sector opportunity.
Read MoreVA announces new chief of staffVA to invest nearly $5B to improve health care infrastructure
WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced it will spend $4.8 billion in fiscal year 2026 to modernize, repair and improve health care facilities as part of the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-Recurring Maintenance program, which makes infrastructure improvements to health care facilities to ensure safe and effective patient care.
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Longtime Northark Lady Pioneer Leader Bobby Howard Announces Retirement
After a distinguished 40year career in coaching, with 20 years at North Arkansas College, long-time Lady Pioneer women’s basketball coach and current athletic director Bobby Howard announced today that he will step away from coaching at the conclusion of the current season. Howard will continue serving North Arkansas College in his role as athletic director.
Read MoreLongtime Northark Lady Pioneer Leader Bobby Howard Announces RetirementPrivate Applicator Pesticide License (P.A.T.) Training
The application of pesticides requires appropriate education and training – known as certification and/or recertification every few years - to assure safe and effective use.
Read MorePrivate Applicator Pesticide License (P.A.T.) TrainingFull-Year Funding Measures
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) praised the passage of three Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills for the Departments of Commerce, Justice, Energy, Interior and agencies including the Army Corps of Engineers. The bills contain Boozman-authored provisions that fund multiple public safety, academic research and water infrastructure projects in Arkansas.
Read MoreFull-Year Funding MeasuresYellville-Summit Activities in the Pioneer Pavilion
Yellville-Summit to Host 4th Annual STEAM & CTE Night
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NAC Selected for FAA Training Program
HARRISON – Today North Arkansas College (Northark) announces the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has selected the Uncrewed Aerial Systems program for the Unmanned Aircraft Systems-Collegiate Training Initiative program or the UAS-CTI.
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It’s time to start thinking “Outside The Box!”
COTTER - Construction has officially begun on Cotter’s newest business, “OTB – Outside The Box,” a modern open-air boutique shopping plaza located in the heart of Cotter’s downtown River District.
Read MoreIt’s time to start thinking “Outside The Box!”