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Governor Sanders Announces the My Natural State Story Winners
LITTLE ROCK — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced the My Natural State Story contest winners alongside the Arkansas Department of Education, the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission, and the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage & Tourism. The Governor launched the contest in August, inviting Arkansas students to share personal stories of their outdoor experiences and inspire others to spend more time outside and off screens.
Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas celebrates 25 years of impact with Innovation in Action awards
LITTLE ROCK – In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas surprised five nonprofit organizations with special $25,000 gifts, honoring their commitment to improving the health and well-being of communities across the state.
WoodmenLife Scholarships Open Nov. 2 For Future Community Leaders
Since 2017, the WoodmenLife Focus Forward Scholarship has been awarded 6,135 scholarships valued at more than $3.9 million to WoodmenLife member students.
Food Closet Prepares for Annual Turkey and Blessing Bag Distribution
Each November, our Food Closet has the privilege of helping local families gather around the table with gratitude and hope. One of the highlights of our year is the Annual Turkey and Blessing Bag Distribution, which will take place on November 21. Through the generosity of our community, we hope to provide 250 families with a turkey and a Blessing Bag filled with food items to help create a meaningful Thanksgiving meal.
MC Dems to Meet
The Democratic Party of Marion County will hold its regular monthly meeting Saturday, October 31, at 10 a.m. in the Marion County Courthouse Annex located at 105 South Berry Street in Yellville.
MCRC to Meet
The Marion County Republican Committee will meet on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
Things to know: The General Election
The General Election in Marion County is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Early voting begins Monday, October 19 until Monday, November 2, 2026.
VA launches pilot program to speed Veterans’ access to services, care, benefits
WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today launched a new pilot program at six VA facilities to help Veterans establish VA.gov accounts faster than ever before, which means speedier access to VA services, care and benefits.