Newton County Times

Sheriff’s deputy, police officer wounded; suspect shot at Heber Springs

A Cleburne County sheriff’s deputy and a Heber Springs police officer were wounded by a suspect who was suspected of trespassing on property along the eastern edge of Heber Springs this … more

Arkansas State Police | 8/6/22

Homegrown By Heroes scholarship offered for agriculture training

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Department of Agriculture and Farm Credit Associations of Arkansas are partnering to provide a $1,000 Homegrown by Heroes scholarship to military veterans and active … more

8/6/22

Manufacturers, states getting formula to WIC families

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is extending a key funding flexibility in the WIC program that has allowed state agencies and their infant formula manufacturers to work together to provide more … more

Staff Report | 8/6/22

Salmonella reported in breaded stuffed raw chicken products

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is announcing that it will be declaring Salmonella an adulterant in breaded and stuffed … more

Staff Report | 8/6/22

Partnership to provide wastewater sanitation to underserved communities

WASHINGTON — At an event in Lowndes County, Alabama, where a significant number of residents lack access to wastewater infrastructure, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. … more

Staff Report | 8/6/22

New FCIC rules give direct marketers more flexibility on crop insurance

Fast factsRecords from “disinterested third party” not required for small-scale producers“Production record” redefined by Federal Crop Insurance Corp.New Direct Marketing and … more

By John Lovett U of A System Division of Agriculture | 8/6/22

Last weekend’s rain was helpful to Arkansas farmers, ranchers, but more rain would be welcome

Fast facts Weekend brings some relief after weeks of high temps, droughtRain giving irrigation equipment a restMore rain in the forecast LITTLE ROCK — The rain that fell during the last … more

By Mary Hightower U of A System Division of Agriculture | 8/6/22

Federal prosecutor retires after 35+ years

LITTLE ROCK — Pat Harris, a longtime federal prosecutor, has announced his retirement from the United States Attorney’s Office (USAO). Harris, who has held various roles at the USAO … more

Pat Harris known for leadership roles and reducing 90's gang violence | 8/6/22

Fifth defendant pleads guilty in $11.5 million fraud case

LITTLE ROCK—An England, Arkansas woman has pleaded guilty to her involvement in a scheme to defraud the U.S. Department of Agriculture out of more than $11.5 million that was intended to … more

Staff Report | 8/6/22

Newton County Times' Outhouse Companion

Impossible?Changing a tire on your car in one-minute-17-seconds is a challenging feat in itself but Gianluca Folco did it while his pal, Manuel Zoldan, was driving their car. Sounds like it would be … more

8/5/22

Cooperative Extension Service to recruit volunteer Health Ambassadors in six counties

Fast Facts: Program will recruit local volunteers from rural counties to receive health trainingExtension Health Ambassadors will deliver extension health programming to their communitiesTwo-year … more

By Rebekah Hall U of A System Division of Agriculture | 8/4/22

U.S. Supreme Court orders abortion clinics to pay for state’s legal costs

LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge issued a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court’s judgment in Rutledge v. Little Rock Family Planning Services vacating a lower … more

8/4/22

USDA-EPA partnership to provide wastewater sanitation to underserved communities

WASHINGTON — At an event in Lowndes County, Alabama, where a significant number of residents lack access to wastewater infrastructure, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. … more

8/4/22

Pageants set at Dover

The 2022 Ozark Memories Day Pageants are scheduled for Saturday August 27 at the Dover High School Auditorium. The pageants will begin at 4pm.The pageant is open to all residents in the state of … more

8/4/22

Treasurer Dennis Milligan highlights August as National ABLE to Save Month Program helps people with disabilities strive toward financial independence

LITTLE ROCK — August marks the nationally-celebrated ABLE to Save Month where those involved in ABLE Savings Plans across the country highlight the value and importance these plans bring to … more

8/4/22

Extension Corner: Spend and save during Tax-Free Weekend, but be smart!

As families prepare for the 2023 school year, the cost of school supplies and clothes are looming. Generally, the first weekend in August is dedicated to tax-free items for school, but be a smart … more

By TAMARA ALLEN, CEA - FCS Boone County Extension Office | 8/4/22

VA awards $431 million in grants to help at-risk Veterans and their families

WASHINGTON — On Aug. 1, the Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $431 million in grants to 258 non-profit organizations across the nation to help homeless and at-risk Veterans and their … more

Staff Report | 8/4/22

Public scoping period scheduled for an Environmental Assessment analyzing E-bike use on Ouachita and Ozark-St. Francis National Forests trails

HOT SPRINGS — Ouachita and Ozark-St. Francis National Forests officials are requesting public input on an environmental assessment evaluating e-bike use on sample Forest trails.The trails being … more

8/4/22

Public meetings scheduled to seek input on updating the Statewide Public Transit Coordination Plan

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) will conduct several public meetings across the state to seek input on an update to the federally required Statewide Public … more

Staff Report | 8/4/22

Three Hogs projected for Round 1 in 2023

FAYETTEVILLE — The initial 2023 NBA Mock Draft for Bleacher Report is out and three Razorbacks are projected to be drafted in Round 1. Jonathan Wasserman predicted the 30 first-round picks … more

By OTIS KIRK | 8/3/22