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The Independence Day holiday will be a prolonged celebration this year, as the nation’s birthday occurs on a Monday. Many Arkansas families will start their travel plans Friday with varied destinations over the following three days.

The Pileated Woodpecker is one of the biggest, most striking forest birds on the continent. It is nearly the size of a crow, black with bold white stripes down the neck and a flaming-red crest. Look and listen for Pileated Woodpeckers whacking at dead trees and fallen logs in search of their main prey, carpenter ants, leaving unique rectangular holes in the wood.

Have-A-Heart Pet Shelter June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month! Who knew? These furbabes in our Cattery sure did. But to be honest, they think every month is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month and who are we to argue? According to Petfinder Pro, shelter enrichment activities to keep the cats and kittens in our care physically and mentally active is important.

Tri-State Press Convention: Bylines, Blues & BBQ was held at the Sheraton Downtown, Memphis TN. Arriving on Thursday June 23, everyone had unpacking, settling in, and trying to learn all about the surroundings of this massive Hotel. Cherry Road Media held a meeting from 2pm to 5pm. Which was very entertaining with Jen leading a Team Building Event designed to be like Jeopardy.

The Marion County Quorum Court (MCQC or QC) met on Tuesday, June 14, to discuss overtime for the MC Road Department, hear reports from committees, departments, and boards within the county, as well as discuss proposed ordinances. In attendance was Rick White, Marty Nickels Mike Scrima, Joyce McCalla, Talon Vancuren, James Underwood, Claudia Brigham, Wesley Shipman and Brady Madden along with MC Judge, John Massey.

Yellville High School student, Lucas Gibson, has been shooting competitive trap actively since March 2021. Having been involved in family target shooting from a young age, Lucas has proven a natural skill to hold his own against fierce competitors. Gibson has demonstrated poise, perseverance, and professionalism within the sport and has been recognized by veteran shooters throughout the state.