Stories from Thursday, September 21, 2023

Michael Steven Booker, 43, of Harrisburg was arrested on suspicion of internet stalking after he arranged to meet a child for sex at a Jonesboro cemetery. Circuit Judge Scott Ellington found probable cause Wednesday to charge Booker with fourth-degree sexual assault and internet stalking of a child...

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Curtis Walker and Emily Burrow guest speakers at the Marked Tree Chamber of Commerce's meeting on August 29. Walker earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science from Arkansas State University in 1998 and his Juris Doctor from the University of Arkansas Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law in 2001. He has been in practice for 22 years...

The Turmann School Board made changes for three teachers, assigned a school nurse and accepted the resignation of a nurse during their regular meeting on August 7. The board approved the transition from CDA Pre-K Teacher to CDA Lead Teacher: 183-day contract starting at $16.00 per hour to 185-day contract starting at $17.00 per hour for Neely Blagg, Alex Coin and Casey Stevens. ...

The educational program engages high school students to build their capacity for leadership. Applications are now open for the Clinton Presidential Center’s Student Presidential Leaders Series (SPLS) 2023-2024 cohort. SPLS is a multi-session educational program that engages students to develop their leadership skills, explore the importance of civic participation, and learn how to turn knowledge into action. ...

U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Alex Padilla (D-CA) introduced legislation to formalize the Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) role in economic recovery efforts within communities impacted by natural disasters. The Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience Act would create an entity to expedite deployment of resources and improve service delivery to affected communities...

This question has been asked many times. I found this great article by Kaitlyn Arford on the AKC Website and wanted to share with my readers. Our dogs chew on all kinds of different things, including rocks. This can lead to intestinal blockages, digestive issues, and choking. But why do dogs eat rocks? Dogs will chew and swallow stones for a variety of reasons. These tips can help prevent or end this damaging behavior, so your dog lives a healthier life...

Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) honored U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) with its 2023 Legislator of the Year award in recognition of his steadfast commitment to America’s veterans and championing legislation to improve their benefits and services. “Senator Boozman has always been there, ready to meet with veterans and address their most pressing needs,” said Jose Ramos, vice president of government and community relations for WWP. ...

This week the house convened for extraordinary session to address tax cuts, vaccine mandates for state agencies, amendments to the Freedom of Information Act, and technical corrections to previously passed legislation. SB8 reduces the top personal income tax rate from 4.7% to 4.4%. ...