It’s no secret that Congress is polarized. Rarely does an issue receive strong bipartisan support. That’s why it’s so striking that 4 out of 5 voters agree that we must do more to safeguard our democracy from presidential corruption.
Two strengths of Arkansas manufacturing are in the aviation and defense industries. Both sectors will become even stronger, thanks to a commitment recently announced by Lockheed Martin and Airbus.
As a senior member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, I’ve been blessed to play an active role in updating Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) policies including expanding access to health care, improving suicide prevention efforts and eliminating barriers for women veterans to receive VA care and services. I’m continuing that commitment to the men and women who served in uniform. In recent days, the House of Representatives approved a trio of legislative initiatives I championed that are now headed to the president’s desk to be signed into law.
The House Aging, Children and Youth, Legislative and Military Affairs Committee met jointly with the Senate Children and Youth Committee this week to hear from groups actively working to combat human trafficking.
Denis Gene Johnston, 65, of Cave City, Ark., died May 20 at White River Medical Center in Batesville, Ark. Arrangements are under the direction of Qualls Funeral Home in Cave City, Ark.
Haisley Rayne Little, three months, of Oxford, Ark. died May 20, in Little Rock, Ark.
The 73rd Annual Fulton County Homecoming Festival will be held this Memorial Day weekend, on Friday, May 27 and Saturday, May 28 in downtown Salem on the square. On Friday evening, a fish fry will be held at the Salem Senior Center starting at 4 p.m.
The 2022 King Family Reunion will be held Saturday, June 11 at the Ravenden Municipal Building, 225 South 2nd Street, Ravenden, Ark. 72459.
The Friends of the Paul Weaver Library partnered with Ozarka College to host their ninth annual art extravaganza, Tour D’ Art. Held on Ozarka’s Melbourne campus, the event showcased over 300 pieces of art that was enjoyed by a steady flow of tour groups including Ozarka students, area high schools, and community members.
Supply chain issues choking many sectors of the economy have now hit American families in a dire way, as a shortage of baby formula has descended nationwide. Desperate parents are taking creative steps to feed their infants, including seeking formula from private online sellers. Better Business Bureau® (BBB®) urges parents to be cautious about where they attempt to buy formula, as the shortage has created an environment ripe for scams.