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Friday- Sunny with a high near 67 degrees and a low near 44 degrees. Saturday- Cloudy with a high of 70 degrees and a low near 53 degrees.

Robert John Lorek, 88, of Mountain Home. Robert died October 14, 2024, at his home.

Harrison – Due to the continued dry conditions across the Ozarks, as of October 17, 2024, lighting or maintaining a campfire within the boundaries of Buffalo National River is prohibited except in the following locations: Within designated campgrounds with established campfire grates/rings; On gravel bars in areas that are naturally devoid of vegetation; Free standing charcoal or gas grills may be used in developed campgrounds and day use picnic areas. There are no restrictions on the use of propane or liquid fueled stoves and lanterns, and their use remains permitted in all areas of the park.

Arkansas’ net farm income is projected to decline for the second straight year, a fall cushioned slightly by lower input costs, the Rural and Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center said in its latest report.

Oct 25: Military Service Sisters Monthly Lunch at Bookworms Café (Baxter County Library) at 12:00. All women who serve(d) on Active Duty, in the Reserves or Guard are welcome! Oct 26: Monthly Pancake Breakfast at The Legion from 7:30-11:00 a.m.

MOUNTAIN HOME - Please be aware of a temporary closure to a section of the Baxter Health emergency department parking lot. Beginning Friday, November 1, the left side of the parking lot directly in front of Peitz Cancer Support House will be closed temporarily for essential maintenance and improvements.

The Volleyball Regional Tournament begins Tuesday, at 1 p.m. in Hoxie, with the Bergman Lady Panthers squaring off in a match against Harrisburg.

Allen Franks, Luke Walker, Jimmy Morgan, Cameron Ross, and Russel Duggins were in attendance along with administrators and other guests. Notice of the meeting has been given to local news media and posted on the district’s website.