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Members of the Sharp County Historical Society discovered a Civil War tombstone in the Shaver Family Cemetery, 1 ½ miles north and west of Evening Shade off Hwy. 167. On April 1, Eva Royal, society secretary, B. J. (Barbara Jean) Martin and Cody Stroud, Sharp County Extension Agent, traveled to the cemetery location. ...

The Spring River Gem and Mineral Club announces the May 2 program will be Collecting in New Mexico. Our speaker is Ed Hakesley who has collected for over 30 years in Canada, Utah, Colorado, Missouri, New Mexico and of course Arkansas. Ed will show us places in New Mexico where he collected, geological information there and the minerals such as Azurite, Barite, Galena with Fluorite, Hematite, Malachite and Memite. He also collected micro-mounts...

As of April 25, TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter AR 0619 will meet at the Ash Flat Community Center in Homeward Village. TOPS is open to all people from the age of seven to 107 plus. Stop by and see what TOPS can do for you. All weigh-ins are private with no one but you and the person weighing you in. It is an affordable way to get help in losing those unwanted extra pounds that you gained during the winter, plus wanting to get healthier and be more active in your every day life...

GFWC Timely Club met Thursday, April 11, at New Beginnings in Ash Flat with 16 members present. The meeting was called to order by President Kamps; the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Judy Reed. Our guest speaker was Laura Lute, Director of New Beginnings. ...

The Arkansas State Highway Commission has approved a bid for improvements to a roadway in Fulton & Sharp Counties, according to Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) officials. The purpose of this project is to resurface 10 miles of U.S. Highway 62 between Ash Flat and Hardy...

Fulton County 4-H will host a Rabies Clinic on Saturday, May 11 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Salem High School Parking Lot. Dogs must be on a leash, cats must be in a carrier or left in the vehicle. Prices are: Rabies-$15, DHPP-$15, and Feline Distemper-$15. The clinic is sponsored by Shaw Veterinary Clinic and Fulton County 4-H...

Hello everyone! We hope everyone had a wonderful, blessed Easter. I am excited to remind everyone that our Drum Circle Saturday is finally here! This Saturday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., you are invited to join the Drum Circle for a time of fun and relaxation. No experience needed nor special equipment required. Simply show up with something to beat on and something to beat with. We will be thrilled to see you and share this special experience...

Chigger is a young Russian Blue. He’s simply cat-iveating and purrfect! Please come to the Cherokee Village Animal Control and take home your best friend who will love you no matter what. Call 870-994-445, for more information.

GFWC International, formed on April 24, 1890, is the parent organization of GFWC of Arkansas. The group is one of the largest and oldest nondenominational service organizations of women in the world, with millions of members in the United States and throughout the world. ...

Rodney Duncan of Highland, Ark., has been presented the 2019 History Education Award at Williams Baptist University. Duncan was selected for the award by the history faculty at WBU based on his academic achievement in the field. The honor was presented at WBU’s Academic Awards Banquet on April 16...

The NRA Foundation has awarded the Oregon County 4-H a grant totaling $7,287.11 to fund 4-H Shooting Sports Program. “We are very excited about our Shooting Sports Program and pleased the NRA is making an investment in our community,” said Misty Hitch...

The American Legion Post #55 in Mammoth Spring, Ark. announced the recipients of their first annual Post #55 Ozarka College Scholarship. The recipients for the spring 2019 semester were Hayden Savage and Devon Cray. A third scholarship was funded by the Spring River Lions Club and was awarded to Michael Keller...

Strawberry River Chapter NSDAR met April 6. Twelve members and one prospective member were present. Regent Jan Lusk called the meeting to order, and the Opening Ritual was observed. The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as presented, and the treasurer’s report was given...

Spring is here, and Music in the Mountains/Horseshoe Bend Theatre is celebrating with Jason Thick and the JD Marshall Band. Jason has long been a favorite singer in the Izard, Sharp and Independence county areas, and is the lead singer of the band. The JD Marshall Band plays country and music from the 60’s. You’ll love them, and want them to come back and play for us again...

The Career Planning Services Department of Ozarka College will host an Aviation Industry Career Day in the Student Services Center on Wednesday, April 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The workshop will bring together students who are enrolled or interested in the aviation degree programs with a diverse panel of industry professionals who will share their knowledge of employment within the industry and field questions from participants...

The annual cemetery cleanup day for Caney Springs Cemetery has been scheduled for April 27. This date will be held as a rain or shine day this year. We will begin at 9 a.m. Please bring rakes, shovels, wheel barrows, chainsaws, mowers and weed-eaters...

A Spring Gardening Seminar presented by Sharp County Master Gardeners will be held Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center located at 6 Iroquois Drive in Cherokee Village. Featured speakers will be Tim Durham on Yard and Garden Weed and Pest Control, Leta Caplinger on Butterfly Gardening and John Norgberg on Gardens for Attracting Birds...

The Fountain Place Board of Directors is excited to announce we have a new General Manager. Kimberly Delaney joined us April 1 and has “hit the road running”. Kim comes from Jonesboro and currently lives in Powhatan. She has years of experience in care facilities for seniors with ten years in marketing. As a bonus, Kim is also a registered nurse. Our Independent facility is a bit new to her but she has wonderful visions of what she hopes to accomplish...

Mrs. Patricia Marshall, a teacher at Highland Middle School in Hardy, Arkansas was nominated for the Hannah E. (Liz) MacGregor Teacher of the Year History Teacher Award. The MacGregor Teacher of the Year award is sponsored by James F. Harris in honor of his sister and is awarded to one middle and one high school teacher annually...

N. Spring at 4th in Hardy. Palm Sunday April 14 Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m. Holy Week Monday through Friday, April 15-19 join us in the sanctuary for Holy Week Devotionals. The devotional shall run from noon, immediately following join us in the fellowship hall for a simple bowl of hot fresh soup and fresh bread...

The Friends of the Wideman Schoolhouse will host a BBQ fundraiser Saturday, April 27. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wideman Schoolhouse grounds located adjacent to the Wideman Cemetery. The barbecue meal, prepared by Corky Shortt, will consist of a pulled pork sandwich, chips, drink and dessert for a suggested $5 donation. All proceeds from the event will go to restoring the one room schoolhouse. For more information, contact Melissa Jones at 870-625-3965...

Spring River Artist Guild (SRAG) presents a Portrait Workshop in oils to be held on Saturday, April 27 and Saturday, May 4 at the Hardy Fire Department on Church Street just north of Main Street, Hardy. Time is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days with an hour for lunch. ...

The senior art exhibition of Jessie Powell will open Tuesday, April 23, at Williams Baptist University. The exhibit is entitled “Journey to the Fix. My Testimony: A Visual Experience.” Powell is a senior from Imboden, Ark., majoring in art education. She is the daughter of Bill and Janna Powell...

Happy Easter everyone! Can you believe it is already here!? The Arts Center of North Arkansas (ACNA) has some great reminders, plus a couple of events to give everyone. Today (Wednesday, April 17) at 1:30 p.m., the ACNA Board will be meeting. This meeting is open to all members who are interested or want to be a part of the progress of our art community. ...

The Clear Springs Baptist Church's third Saturday Singing will be Saturday, April 20 beginning at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome bring your instruments and be ready to sing. Refreshments will be served after the singing. The Clear Springs Church is located on Clear Springs Road off of Highway 63 halfway between Imboden and Black Rock...

March 14, 2019 (Highland, AR) The Spring River Area Chamber of Commerce will be holding a Blue Ribbon Welcome for new member ECommunications at the chamber office on Thursday, April 18, at 12 noon. ECommunications owns five local radio stations in the Spring River area including: K-Kountry 95; 100.9 The Train; K-Love 107.1; and AM 1290 and FM 103.7 The Gift. The radio advertising sales representative for this area is Meghan Haenel, who can be reached at 303-956-9886...

The Sharp County Extension Office, along with Dr. Roger Shaw, DVM, from Shaw Veterinary Clinic, will be hosting a mobile rabies clinic on Saturday May 4 . Dr. Shaw will administer the rabies vaccinations. Proceeds from this clinic will go to support the Sharp County 4-H program...

Gary Paxson, President and CEO of White River Health System (WRHS), is pleased to welcome Dana Childress, APRN to the WRMC Family Practice Clinic on Harrison Street. As a Family Medicine provider, Childress provides primary care to patients of all ages, from infants and children to adults. She focuses on providing quality care to residents of Batesville and surrounding areas, as well as maintaining direct communication with her patients and the healthcare community...

GFWC Timely Club met Thursday, March 14, at Centennial Bank Conference Room. There were 14 members present. The meeting was called to order by President Kamps, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Jan Murphy. The February minutes were approved as presented, and Pat Evins gave a treasurer’s report...

The Old-Time Music, Ozarks Heritage Festival in downtown West Plains, Mo., will celebrate its 25th year Friday and Saturday, May 31 and June 1, 2019. The two-day annual event in downtown West Plains, Mo., celebrates Ozarks music and culture. Festival hours are noon – 9 p.m. both Friday and Saturday. Admission to all festival events is free...

Hi! My name is Sweetie and I’m just about the most perfect little dog you can find. I’m 37 pounds, around five years old, and am a Terrier mix with lots of freckles and a cute smile. I’m good with people of all ages, cats and dogs. I have quickly adopted to my foster home, and everyone loves me. Guess that’s why they call me Sweetie! Please call 561-596-3397 and ask about me...

State Sen. Mike Cunningham, R-Rogersville, was proud to present Dr. Scott Ream of West Plains to the Senate Gubernatorial Appointments Committee for confirmation to a seat on the Missouri State Board of Optometry. Dr. Ream was named to the board on Feb. 19, and his final confirmation by the full Senate is expected in the coming days...

An AARP Smart Driver Class is scheduled in Horseshoe Bend at the library for Thursday, April 25 at 8:30 a.m. It is a four-hour class. If it is time for your car insurance to be renewed or you need to continue getting a discount, consider the class. The fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members...

The second annual Mammoth Spring/Thayer City Wide Yard Sale and Business Sidewalk Sale will be held April 5 and 6 starting at 8 a.m. There is a list of addresses posted on The Mammoth Spring Chamber of Commerce Facebook page and in various businesses in the area. Anyone or any business can participate...

On Sunday, March 13, Rose Hill Baptist Church of Thayer called Brother Stuart Jones and his wife as their pastor. Rose Hill Church is located on Highway 142 East of Thayer about six miles then right on CR 249 about one-fourth mile. Services on Sunday include bible study at 10 a.m., morning worship at 11 a.m. and a fellowship meal after the worship hour...

Mammoth Spring citywide cleanup will be April 8 through April 12. It is asked that items are not placed at the curb until April 8. The No tires, electronics, chemicals or paint will be accepted. For more information on items not accepted, call City Hall at 870-625-3518...

Finally, it is April! The sun is shining while folks are finally stirring. The Arts Center of North Arkansas (ACNA) has plenty for you to stir to! First of all I want to remind you, if you haven’t already, to reserve your spot in Barb Massie’s Paint with String class. ...

The Willow Spring Community Foundation will be showing a series of free movies once a month at the Historic Star Theatre. Our next movie will be shown on Friday, April 12 at 7 p.m. The Star Theatre now has a larger screen and a high definition projector for movie night...

West Plains Bank and Trust Company recently made a $100,000 donation to the Ozarks Medical Center (OMC) Foundation “Building the Future” campaign benefitting the Women’s Center Expansion. According to West Plains Bank and Trust Company President/Chief Executive Officer David M. ...

Principal’s Advanced List 5th Grade: Makayla Brown, Zeb DuBois, Heath Combs, Aubrie Eubank, Brayden Freeman, Dawson Harris, Savannah Jackson, Colton Johnson, Miley Johnston, Allyson Kerley, Zayden Magnuson, Jaxon Miller, Reese Pender, Madelynn Rhoades, Jaycelyn Wright and Callie Jo Young...

All A’s: Abbagail Bettis, Adrianna Corbett, Krysta Crawford, Melissa French, Natalie Lester, Remington Richardson, Blake Rogers, Elayna Russell, Joslyn Tucker, Brynn Washam, Delaney Young, Makensi Case, Savannah Chance, Sara Crowe, Lauren Skaggs, Chevelle Graves, Shelby VanGinhoven, Kelli Young, Alex Mero, Julia Moniz, Addison Wood, Devon Cray, Savannah Ray and Adrianna Rogers...

On Friday, March 1, the Arkansas Single Parent Volunteers of the Ozark Foothills were joined by the Kevin King Family to recognize and award spring scholarship recipients for Fulton and Sharp Counties. The award ceremony was open to friends and family. ...

The Ozarka College Foundation has selected Ethan J. Barnes, of Sharp County, to serve on the foundation board of directors. Board members serve a five-year term and work collectively to support the mission of Ozarka College to provide life-changing experiences to individuals through education. ...

The Mitchell Cemetery annual work day is scheduled for Saturday, March 30. For more information, contact A.J. Neal at 870-458-2981.

An evening GED class is currently being offered at Ozarka College in Mammoth Spring. This class meets on Monday evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. Instruction is available in math, writing skills, reading comprehension and refresher skills for college prep, military or employability. An instructor is available for one-on-one assistance...

Mountain Home Moose Lodge #1953 will again host its annual charity bowl-a-thon to benefit the Pietz Cancer Support House. The fun, family event will be held on Saturday, April 6 at Driftwood Lanes beginning at 12 noon. Cost to enter is $20 per person with all invited, including children...

Salem Senior Life Center will be selling cinnamon rolls April 12 and 13 during the City Wide Yardsale. They will be $12 a dozen and coffee will be .50 cents. Order in advance to pick up on days of yardsale; call 870-895-3147. Tables for rent are $10 each. Rummage items are available. For more information, call Jody at the center...

The Fulton County Retired Teachers will meet April 2 at 11:15 a.m. at Teeters Restaurant in Salem. This will be a planning meeting and the election of officers. All retired school personnel are invited to attend.