For caregivers of individuals suffering from Alzheimer's disease or other causes of dementia, one of the more hazardous behaviors they need to watch out for is what clinicians describe as wandering. more

For caregivers of individuals suffering from Alzheimer's disease or other causes of dementia, one of the more hazardous behaviors they need to watch out for is what clinicians describe as wandering. more

LITTLE ROCK — When deciding where and how to lend a helping hand, it’s important to identify your interests, skills and the issues you are passionate about. Or consider the “AAA” approach: aid, action, and advocacy. more

LITTLE ROCK — When deciding where and how to lend a helping hand, it’s important to identify your interests, skills and the issues you are passionate about. Or consider the “AAA” approach: aid, action, and advocacy. more

For caregivers of individuals suffering from Alzheimer's disease or other causes of dementia, one of the more hazardous behaviors they need to watch out for is what clinicians describe as wandering. more

Last week, I mentioned the sign at the Hilltop Bible Church looking so good. I always like to give credit where it is due. I have since learned that Steve Williams put in several hours getting the sign ready, painting, and helping do the lettering. It was a team effort on the part of both Steve and Sandy Williams. They did a great job, and the sign is beautiful. more

Last week, I mentioned the sign at the Hilltop Bible Church looking so good. I always like to give credit where it is due. I have since learned that Steve Williams put in several hours getting the sign ready, painting, and helping do the lettering. It was a team effort on the part of both Steve and Sandy Williams. They did a great job, and the sign is beautiful. more

Look, up in the sky! Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s the 30th annual Arkansas Hot Air Balloon State Championship touching down in Harrison, once again. more

Look, up in the sky! Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s the 30th annual Arkansas Hot Air Balloon State Championship touching down in Harrison, once again. more

The monthly meeting of the Compton Volunteer Fire Department will be held Monday, September 8, at 6 p.m. at the County Line Baptist Church. Everyone is invited to attend. more

The final proposal by the Arkansas State Broadband Office was released on Aug. 25, listing the selected awardees to receive grant funding to roll-out high-speed broadband internet to all locations throughout the state. Coordinated through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, the funding comes from the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. more

The 2025 Newton County Fair and Rodeo concluded as it always does – with a parade around Jasper. This year’s parade was the best in recent memory according to a number of participants and attendees. more

The 2025 Newton County Fair and Rodeo concluded as it always does – with a parade around Jasper. This year’s parade was the best in recent memory according to a number of participants and attendees. more

Tuesday, August 26 was National Dog Day in the United States. Data from the American Veterinary Medical Association shows that 45.5% of American households have a dog. Recently some good news came in for man's best friend. more

Tuesday, August 26 was National Dog Day in the United States. Data from the American Veterinary Medical Association shows that 45.5% of American households have a dog. Recently some good news came in for man's best friend. more

Just a reminder that the Compton Community Association is raffling a quilt. Proceeds go to the Compton Community Association. The quilt was hand-stitched by Betty Stivers and donated by Darlene Cullen. The drawing will be held in September at the Compton Community Day. Tickets are $5 each or 5/$20. Contact Karen Fancher, Paulette Jech, Latisha Cook, Christine Blackshear, or Darlene Cullen to purchase tickets. more

Just a reminder that the Compton Community Association is raffling a quilt. Proceeds go to the Compton Community Association. The quilt was hand-stitched by Betty Stivers and donated by Darlene Cullen. The drawing will be held in September at the Compton Community Day. Tickets are $5 each or 5/$20. Contact Karen Fancher, Paulette Jech, Latisha Cook, Christine Blackshear, or Darlene Cullen to purchase tickets. more

On Wednesday, a grand reopening ceremony was held for Camp Jack. Located at 411 S. Pine St., ​​Camp Jack is the better known name of the Jack Williams Veterans Resource Center. It was named in honor of Jack Williams. Williams was a Harrison native who fought in World War II. Services offered to veterans at Camp Jack include financial aid, medical and healthcare services, handicap and accessibility assistance, veterans benefits and claims assistance, as well as a food pantry. more

Nickie Henderson, director of the Newton County Senior Activity and Wellness Center is celebrating her 10th year of employment with the center. more

Nickie Henderson, director of the Newton County Senior Activity and Wellness Center is celebrating her 10th year of employment with the center. more