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Dr. Margaret Craighill and Her Historic Mission
First consultant on female Veterans’ medical care Following the conclusion of World War II, Craighill became one of the first consultants on female Veterans’ medical care at VA, a post she was referred to by General Omar Bradley. In this new position, she worked alongside other specialists in VA hospitals.
Arkansas Governor’s School announces Class of 2025
RUSSELLVILLE - Arkansas Governor’s School has announced the names of 360 students who completed the 46th edition of the program during summer 2025.
Skunk Feet
The cold front had stalled, and it was a brisk walk for the two boys on their way to school. Will got an early start, so the two could walk the bottom ground along Hog Creek, in hopes of jumpin’ a rabbit before school. Rabbit in the bean pot, and a nickle for the hide!
Monthly Meeting of the Civil War Round Table of the Ozarks
The monthly meeting of the Civil War Round Table of the Ozarks will be held at the Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell, Springfield, Missouri at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
From Marion County Tax Collector
As October 15, quickly approaches here are a few things to remember.
Date Set Moose Lodge GermanFest
Mark your calendars now. The Mountain Home Moose Lodge #1953 has scheduled its popular 17th annual GermanFest for Saturday, October 18.
DO YOU WANT TO BECOME A MASTER GARDENER?
The 2025 In-Person Training is scheduled for Wednesdays in October and November.
MC Cattlemen’s meeting set
The October dinner meeting of the Marion County Cattlemen’s Association will be held Tuesday, October 21, at 6:30 p.m. in the old Yellville-Summit cafeteria. The meeting will be sponsored by Bank of 1889 and the program will cover our youth involvement.
Broken Things
Psalm 34:18 – The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit. The word contrite means to be broken in spirit by a sense of guilt; penitent.