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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (RAR) began his third term representing Arkansas in the United States Senate after being sworn in during the chamber’s first meeting of the 118th Congress on Tuesday.

*MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE* Suggested donation of $4. if you would like a substitue salad, please call by 11 a.m. 870-453-8488 under 60 and carry out $7 **Lunch served Monday through Friday 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.* January 16 – 20 Monday: Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day Tuesday: Cream Of Broccoli Soup, Crackers, Tuna Salad Sandwich, Sweet Potato Fries, Pineapples Wednesday: Birthday Lunch - Chef’s Choice, Breaded Shrimp, Creamy Coleslaw, Hushpuppies, Baked Beans, Cake & Ice Cream Thursday: Mushroom Chicken, Wild Rice Blend, Broccoli Florets Wheat Roll, Mixed Berry Crisp Friday: French Dip Sandwich, Baked Potato, Chips, Mixed Vegetables, Mandarin Oranges

With the passing of the PACT Act, as a veteran you may have a lot of questions. As we wait for VA to interpret the new law and how it will impact veterans, the below information has been gathered to help you navigate the path forward.

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Rick Crawford (AR-01) released the following statement after Rep. McCarthy won his election for Speaker: “I’m pleased that we have officially elected Rep. Kevin McCarthy as Speaker for the 118th Congress. I can think of no one who has fought harder for the success and priorities of House Republicans these past two years. Speaker McCarthy has a plan that our conference can unite around. It’s time to get to work on behalf of the American people and secure our border, tackle inflation, and finally hold the Biden administration accountable for their failures.”

WASHINGTON — Graduates from the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Women Veteran-Owned Small Business Initiative recently finished the VetBizLadyStart program, paving a way for their future in the federal marketplace.

Good afternoon, the Marion County Airport Board will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, January 16, at 6 p.m. at the airport.

Pension Poaching is a financial scam that targets Veterans, service members, and their families with the goal of profiting from VA Pension benefits. Scammers approach Veterans who meet the age, disability, or income requirements to receive monthly pension payments. Protect yourself and your family by learning to identify and avoid fraudulent practices.