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VFW awards
VFW Post 1341 is proud to announce the winners of our yearly competition for Patriot Pen and Voice of Democracy. Both winners received a cash award of $150 perfectly timed for Christmas shopping.
Read MoreVFW awardsBoozman, Luján Lead Push for Expanded Access to Radiology Services
Senators Introduce Legislation to Make Hospital Radiologist Assistant-Performed Medical Imaging Eligible for Medicare Reimbursement WASHINGTON––U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) are leading… Login to continue reading Login…
2024 Arkansas Art Educator of the Year Cheryl Blasdel of Flippin Middle/High School
Cheryl Blasdel, Flippin Middle School and High School art instructor recently was honored as the 2024 Arkansas Art Educator of the Year by the Arkansas Art Education Association at the Arkansas Art Educators Conference. Her award was presented on November 6, 2024, at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Art.
Read More2024 Arkansas Art Educator of the Year Cheryl Blasdel of Flippin Middle/High SchoolLegislative Update
The Arkansas House Committee for Aging, Children and Youth, and Legislative and Military Affairs met this week and reviewed the annual report from the Department of Human Services’ Division of Children and Family Services. The report provided significant insights into the state’s foster care system during State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2024.
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Wounded Warriors Heal Through Music, Comedy, and Visual Arts
The National Capital Region played host to wounded warriors from around the world participating in a weeklong event celebrating comradery and recovery—starting with the Air Force Wounded Warrior Care Fair and Day of Healing in National Harbor, Maryland, on November 18, 2024. Finding outlets to express themselves through performing and visual arts, participants performed musical overtures, comedy routines, and showcased a variety of artwork during the opening event.
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MC Library Board Dissolved After Scott Arrested
By Mountain Echo Staff In a special Marion County Library Board Meeting called by Marion County Judge Jason Stumph, the board was dissolved by Judge Stumph taking only Three and half minutes to do so. There were a few MC Justices scattered in the audience, four board members, a former MC Judge and approximately 30 residents attended the open public meeting.
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Scott Charged
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office released a press release marking the arrest of Dana E. Scott, Marion County Library Director, Monday, December 2, at 3:50 p.m.
Read MoreScott ChargedWestern Grove Elementary Hosts Literacy Night
On Tuesday, December 3rd, Western Grove Elementary School transformed into a winter wonderland as they hosted their annual Literacy Night. The event, which ran from 5:30 p.m.
Read MoreWestern Grove Elementary Hosts Literacy NightWeekend Weather
Friday- Rain possible with a high near 50 degrees and a low near 38 degrees. Saturday- Rain possible with a high near 46 degrees and a low around 32 degrees. Sunday- Partly cloudy with a high around 55 degrees and a low around 34 degrees. Next week: Partly Cloudy. Expect highs in the upper 50s and lows dropping around
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