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We at NAPHE in Harrison are offering a free Narcan and Stop the Stigma training on December 1, at the JPH Conference Center at North Arkansas College in Harrison. Those who register and attend either of the two sessions at this event will receive free doses of Naloxone/Narcan nasal spray.

MOUNTAIN HOME - The North Central Arkansas Military Service Sisters will be holding their November luncheon on Friday, November 18, 2022, at 12 Noon. THIS IS ONE WEEK EARLIER BECAUSE OF THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY AND BLACK FRIDAY.

Beginning Monday, November 14-21, it is time to Pack A Shoebox for National Collection Week. Get your shoebox packed full and drop-off at local locations to help children in need to have a Christmas.

Small, local businesses have struggled for more than a year as COVID has changed the economy. The holidays are a great time to drive home the idea that shopping local is important to your community. Our Shop Local for the Holidays sections has ideas for ways consumers can spend their money locally this year, from patronizing retailers to restaurants to local artists.

We would like to show our appreciation to all the local businesses that advertise with us here at The Mountaineer Echo. Whether it be that you place weekly ads, special ads, or just one-time ads, we really appreciate you and your advertising.

LITTLE ROCK – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District awards Voith Hydro a nearly $50 million contract to modernize the hydropower units at Norfork Dam in Baxter County. USACE is proactively rehabilitating the hydropower units to extend their service life. Rehabilitation work is scheduled to begin this fall and projected to last through May 2028.

Monday, Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza Lunch: BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos, Baked Beans, Creamy Cole Slaw, Orange Smiles, Tortilla Chips w/salsa and Assorted Fresh Fruit Tuesday, Breakfast: Biscuit and Gravy Lunch: Hamburger on Bun, Sandwich Salad Cup, Carroteenies & Celery w/ Ranch, Apple Slices, Ketchup, Mayo & Mustard and Assorted Fresh Fruit Wednesday, Breakfast: Dutch Waffle Lunch: Pork Loin Roast, Seasoned Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, WW Roll, Pineapple Tidbits and Assorted Fresh Fruit Thursday, Breakfast: Cereal Variety & Toast Lunch: Corn Dog, Baked Beans, Creamy Cole Slaw, Applesauce, Ketchup & Mustard, Assorted Fresh Fruit and Assorted Fruit Juice .