Cyberattack threats concerning EPA

WASHINGTON — Cyberattacks against water utilities across the country are becoming more frequent and more severe, the Environmental Protection Agency warned Monday as it issued an enforcement alert urging water systems to take immediate actions to protect the nation's drinking water.

W.J. "Shorty" Ozier

At 94 years old, Harrison’s William Joseph “Shorty” Ozier is still an active member of the community. Ozier was born at Wilson Springs — a place named so after his grandpa. While he did make a move to Tulsa for some time while working for R.J. Reynolds, Ozier returned to Harrison after retiring.

VS board hires new girls’ basketball coach

VALLEY SPRINGS — At its regular monthly meeting Monday night, the Valley Springs School Board voted to approve the hiring of Dawson Yates to become the new head coach of the Lady Tigers basketball program.

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Justice Department sues Oklahoma

On Tuesday, the Justice Department filed suit against the State of Oklahoma to challenge House Bill 4156 (HB 4156) under the U.S. Constitution’s Supremacy Clause and Foreign Commerce Clause.

Fatal shooting in Berryville

BERRYVILLE — A fatal shooting occurred on Saturday, May 18, near the Auto Zone on West Trimble in Berryville. Berryville Police Officers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 1:29 p.m. for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located an individual with gunshot wounds.

Green Forest High School class of 2024's graduation ceremony is disrupted when a fight breaks out in the stands. Class president, Pablo Moreno (right) was giving the Senior Response speech when the incident occurred. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Green Forest grad interrupted

GREEN FOREST — A disturbance in the crowd briefly interrupted the Green Forest Class of 2024 graduation ceremony held Friday night. Near the end of the evening, during a speech being given by the class president — Pablo Moreno, a small group of members of the audience arose in the stands and began to argue and fight.

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Federal building too hot for jury duty

Potential jurors reported for duty at the J. Smith Henley Federal Building on Monday morning but were quickly dismissed due to issues with the building’s air conditioning.

Light agenda for council Thursday

The Harrison City Council is set to meet in regular session Thursday night and consider possible condemnation of some properties in the city.

Dodson attorneys seek unconditional dismissal

Attorneys representing Rocky Dodson filed an “objection to good cause for nolle prosequi” Friday evening in Boone County Circuit Court. The objection followed a press conference given by Boone County sheriff Roy Martin and 14th Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney David Ethredge Friday morning.

Scouts fall in for training at Camp Orr in Newton County. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Camp Orr anticipates first season under new council

CAMP ORR — The Boy Scouts of America changed its name last February to Scouting America. This change reflects the organization’s ongoing commitment to welcoming every youth in America to experience the benefits of Scouting. The name change coincided with the organization's 115th birthday, Feb. 8. Other changes have also been announced, locally. Last November, the Quapaw Area Council and Westark Area Council merged to form The Natural State Council. Camp Orr, located within the boundaries of the Buffalo National River in Newton County is under the administration of the new council.

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Petition signing opportunities

An informal group of citizens will be hosting petition signing opportunities for Arkansas’s November ballot initiatives on the Harrison square, by the gazebo, on Thursdays 2 p.m - 6 p.m. and on Saturdays 7 a.m.-Noon.

32nd annual Crawdad Days

The 32nd annual Crawdad Days festival is underway at the Northwest Arkansas District Fairgrounds in Harrison. The annual festival includes a car show, live music, a carnival, petting zoo, lots of crawdads to eat, and more.

News from Lead Hill

For two hours this morning, Redeeming the Thyme Farmstand and Gifts here in Lead Hill, at Hwy 7 and 14, will have Lucas Madison (owner of Big Bob's Bait and Tackle) giving us his favorite tips for fishing the lake! He's fished and Won many tournaments and knows a thing or two about catching the big one. Be here at 10 am with a lawn chair, you're best bud, and a little spending money and make some fishing dreams come true!

Camp Jack column: Our honor, privilege

We have often shared with you how our government has broken their promises to care for our wounded veterans and ignored their pleas for help. We have also asked your support in assisting Camp Jack right this wrong. So far, our amazing family of volunteers and supporters have done an outstanding job.

Boone County Senior Wellness and Activity Center menu

Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Chamber president announces departure

On Friday, the Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce released a statement announcing the departure of Wilson Marseille from the role of chamber president and CEO.

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Tractor Supply Celebrates Grand Opening of Largest Distribution Center in Maumelle

Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, announced today the opening of its tenth and largest distribution center in Maumelle, Arkansas. The 1.1 million square-foot facility represents an investment of more than $175 million in the region and will create 500 full-time jobs for local residents.

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Grants invest in wood products

YAKIMA, Wash. — Tuesday, Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Xochitl Torres Small announced that the Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service is investing nearly $74 million to spark innovation, create new markets for wood products and renewable wood energy from sustainably sourced wood, and increase the capacity of wood processing facilities as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda.

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No. 10 Women’s Golf Finishes 10th at NCAA Championship

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The Green Forest Tigers won the Class 3A State Soccer Tournament Saturday afternoon. The game was played at Estes Stadium on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. The Tigers trailed at halftime, 1-0, but scored four goals in the middle of the second half to leave Class 3A with a state title. Green Forest will move to Class 4A for at least the next two seasons.

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Green Forest boys adds another title to case

Farmington outlast a frantic Pea Ridge comeback

CONWAY — Two out rallies are really fun to watch.

Har-Bers are crowned kings of 6A

CONWAY — The Springdale Har-Ber baseball game against Rogers completed an all Northwest Arkansas diamond sport finals in Class 6A.

Gosnell reigns supreme in Class 3A baseball

CONWAY — Thirty-four years is a long time between state titles.

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Leverkusen's unbeaten season puts the spotlight on an often-overlooked German city

An otherwise-overlooked small German city dominated by a pharmaceuticals plant is making its case to be considered one of Europe’s soccer capitals as Bayer Leverkusen plays a historic unbeaten …

Bentonville claims one-run win over Har-Ber

CONWAY — Two teams that are located 15 miles apart drove more than two hours to play each other on Friday.

Mansfield needs extra innings for hardware

CONWAY — Mansfield High School continued to have a magical athletic season.

Ouachita scores two in championship game

CONWAY — If looking at the records of the two teams in the Class 2A State Baseball Tournament finals, it would be a clear choice as who might be the winner.

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Scenes from 32nd annual Crawdad Days

The 32nd annual Crawdad Days festival was held on the third weekend in May. Activities included a carnival, pageant, crawdad eating contest, shopping, lots of food and more...

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Let's Grill!

Fire up the grill, the official grilling season begins this coming weekend, plus May is National Barbecue Month.

Bolin reunion announced

The Bolin reunion will be held on Saturday, May 25, at the Mt. Judea School cafeteria. Doors will open at 11 a.m. Attendees are invited to bring their favorite covered dish. Fellowship and music will be featured. For more information contact Jerry Marshall at (870) 434-5387.

Area Blood Drive Calendar

During May, the American Red Cross reminds eligible donors to keep the blood supply stable by racing to give blood in the weeks to come. Donors of all blood types — especially type O blood donors — are crucial to keeping shelves fully stocked with blood products throughout the month.

Grubb Springs EHC May 2024 Meeting

President Dorothy Dinnean opened the regular meeting of the Grubb Springs Extension

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Influenza-related deaths at 127

The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) produces a Weekly Viral Respiratory Diseases Report for clinicians. The report provides information on Influenza, COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) activity in the state. The report also compares activities in Arkansas to the U.S. ADH receives reports of only a fraction of COVID-19 cases and flu cases since it only requires reports of flu hospitalizations, deaths, and outbreaks. RSV is not a reportable disease in Arkansas. Therefore, it is important to understand that the information in the weekly update is representative of the timing and location of activity, but it does not reflect the overall disease burden. It is presumed that there are many more people actually affected than the report shows. Clinicians and policymakers may find the report helpful in terms of communicating to colleagues and patients about the current status of viral respiratory diseases in the state and nationwide.

Research looks at water efficient chickens

FAYETTEVILLE — In the first scientific report of its kind, researchers in Arkansas showed that chickens bred for water conservation continued to put on weight despite heat stress that would normally slow growth.

Judge rules state can't prevent CRT teaching

LITTLE ROCK — A federal judge has ruled Arkansas cannot prevent two high school teachers from discussing critical race theory in the classroom, but he stopped short of more broadly blocking the state from enforcing its ban on "indoctrination" in public schools.

NAC board hires for new position

The North Arkansas College Board of Trustees met Thursday, May 9, for their regular monthly meeting and took action on just one item.

Boone County Library Corner

THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, MAY 13 FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE.