Lifestyle

Ozark-St. Francis National Forests’ officials are pleased to announce the seasonal reopening of Blanchard Springs Caverns on March 9.

Calico Rock Arkansas Main Street Network will be hosting a fundraiser for The Sean Hunt Memorial on March 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Bad Boy Mowers Ronnie Brogdon Invitational is an annual basketball tournament held on the campus of the Highland School District at the A.L. Hutson Memorial Center. The tournament features some of the best basketball in the area including teams from Arkansas, Tennessee, and Missouri. This event is not only an economic boost to the Highland community but also provides scholarship money to local athletes. The tournament committee is honored to present a $500 scholarship to each of the following 2022 tournament participants: Riley Whiteaker—Calico Rock Tyler Hill—ICC Gavin Boddie—Mammoth Spring Sean Parkerson—Highland Wyatt Wilkerson—Melbourne

Cancer. A dreaded word that has touched the lips of all of us in some form.

REPUBLICAN PARTY business meeting March 9 at 6pm in Hickenbotham bldg @ Fulton Co. Fairgrounds.

Mammoth Spring VFW Post 7831 will host a Gun and Knife Show on Saturday, March 11 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Many people plan to take an early retirement, so when that day arrives, they’re ready for it. But what if you were to face an unplanned retirement? Would you be prepared to deal with the financial issues? It’s something worth thinking about, because any number of factors — illness, a spouse’s illness, downsizing, other issues — could lead to an abrupt departure from the workforce. But taking action while you’re still working may help you make the transition easier on yourself.