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As our nation mourns the death of nineteen students and two teachers at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas, the national conversation has turned again to the need to make our schools more secure. In Arkansas, educators and legislators have long recognized the need for vigilance to keep our children safe.

In 1722, when French explorer Jean-Baptiste Bernard de La Harpe and his crew were exploring by way of the Arkansas River, they came upon what they called “La Petite Roche” or “The Little Rock” on the south bank of the river. This “little rock” became a landmark for travelers and gave The Natural State the name for its future capital city.

Yellville-Summit proudly released the 4th Quarter 9 Weeks Honor Roll for all A’s and 3.0 for the third grade through sixth grade. The following students received all A’s for the 4th Quarter 9 weeks:

Little Rock - The school year is winding down, and many Arkansans are making summer vacation plans. Whether it is a trip to the beach, somewhere abroad, or one of Arkansas’s many lakes or state parks, Arkansans should keep a watchful eye to avoid falling victim to a vacation scam. Scam artists are using the internet, including online advertising and social media, to pitch free or deeply discounted travel deals.

Army Veteran Elaine Knowles explained how Whole Health Coaching helped her manage during her late husband’s treatment and hospice care for Agent Orange related lung cancer. It was when Knowles began working with Whole Health Coach Patricia Granderry in Gainesville, Florida, that she found a safe place to explore the challenges and stresses that allowed her to find deeper meaning through classes offered in journaling mindfulness practices.

The Arkansas Medal of Honor Commission is scheduled to meet. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 20, 2022, 10:30 a.m.

Arkansas Dept. of Transportation Little Rock - The Arkansas State Highway Commission has announced the next application cycle for the Transportation-Related Research & Workforce Development Grant Program.