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Tuesday, July 16: Rare July cold front… Hello 80s!
It was a hot Monday with temperatures in the mid-90s and heat indices in the triple digits! We won’t be as hot today but the mugginess will still cling on this afternoon. Expect highs in the upper 80s towards central Missouri and low to mid-90s in southern Missouri and northern Arkansas. Popup showers are possible […]
Arkansas veterans, lawmakers say PBMs slowing access to pharmacies, adding extra steps to get prescriptions
Pharmacies and veterans are expressing frustration over what they call an uphill battle with filling prescriptions, with both pointing to the insurance company used by many veterans as the one needing to fix the problems.
Corn College offers tours, training for Arkansas corn producers
MARIANNA, Ark. — Corn producers will have the opportunity to learn about the latest research and get hands-on training in weed control, insect and disease management, nutrient deficiency identification and more at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture’s inaugural Corn College on Aug. 7. The training...
Private School Participation Grows In Arkansas Voucher Program’s Second Year
More than two dozen private schools have applied as first-time participants in the second year of Arkansas’ school voucher program. Created through the 2023 LEARNS Act, the Educational Freedom Account program allows state funds to be used for allowable expenses such as private school tuition. It’s being phased in with expanding eligibility criteria each year […]
Arkansas education department reduces work requirement for child care assistance program
Arkansas education officials on Monday announced recently implemented changes to a child care subsidy program, including reducing the required work hours and removing a lifetime limit on benefits. The Child Care Assistance Program, which provides financial assistance to low-income families for quality childcare, is supported through the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF), which is administered […] The post Arkansas education department reduces work requirement for child care assistance program appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Arkansas election board approves voter registration rule
A permanent rule requiring “wet signatures” on Arkansas voter registration forms except at select state agencies was approved by the State Board of Election Commissioners Monday morning. Following the rule’s approval, which had no voiced dissent, the board also voted to submit it to the Arkansas Legislative Council’s rule committee for consideration at its August […] The post Arkansas election board approves voter registration rule appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Congressman Crawford calls for greater accountability in U.S. Postal Service
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A U.S. Congressman from East Arkansas says there needs to be more accountability within the U.S. Postal Service, especially with the latest increase making the prices of a single stamp 73 cents. First District Congressman Rick Crawford says some resident in East Arkansas are receiving their mail up to three weeks after it was sent, or having their mail arrive at its destination almost a month from the time it was mailed.
Bull Shoals City Council sets July workshop for Tuesday
The Bull Shoals City Council’s July workshop is scheduled for Tuesday evening at 6:30. Continuing business items include the second reading of a police city limits ordinance, a generator for the wastewater treatment facility, the city flag and an update on the sidewalk grant. The lone item of new business will be from the planning and zoning commission.
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