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The Senate Education Committee has begun its review of the adequacy and equity of Arkansas public school funding. Lawmakers conduct a thorough review every two years, with the help of legislative staff.

Kimberly Jones, ED MOUNTAIN HOME – Nonprofits in Marion, Baxter, Fulton and Izard counties can go to arcf.org/givingtree to apply online for Giving Tree Grants through Twin Lakes Community Foundation, an affiliate of Arkansas Community Foundation. Applications must be submitted online by February 15.

LITTLE ROCK (AP) — Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson dropped his long-shot bid for the Republican presidential nomination on Tuesday, ending a candidacy that was a throwback to an earlier era of the GOP but ultimately failed to resonate in a party now dominated by Donald Trump.

**Menu subject to change, Suggested Donation of $4.00. If you would like to substitute a salad, please call 870-453-8488 No later than 11 a.m. Under 60 and carry out $7.00 Lunch served Mon-Fri 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.** Monday: Hamburger on Bun, Creamy Coleslaw, Mustard Potato Salad, Pineapple Fluff Tuesday: Chicken Tenders, Macaroni & Cheese, Baby Lima Beans, Wheat Bread, Chilled Peaches Wednesday: Goulash, Tossed Salad, Wheat Roll, Pound Cake w/ Strawberries.

Rent the American Legion “Hut” for any occasion. For prices and scheduling, call John Laubenstein at 209-598-7271 .

The Fleet Reserve Association Branch 251 meeting is set for Saturday, January 20, 2024, at American Legion Post 52, 717 Market Street, Mountain Home. The meeting is not on Friday.

Earn your GED! Free classes are 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday and 9 a.m.

The NCAVC will be hosting its first meeting of the new year on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. Because of conflicts caused by members wishing to attend the meeting, the date has been changed.

Many seniors could be receiving food assistance. If you live in Marion County, come to the Yellville Area Food Closet from 8:30 a.m.-noon on Thursdays and check your eligibility.