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32nd annual Crawdad Days

The 32nd annual Crawdad Days festival takes place this weekend 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.

Birth announcements

Lottie Mari Boyd

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.
Emma Melby

Emma Melby

Emma Melby is 28-year-old visual artist who recently relocated to Eureka Springs. "It's such a vibrant little town," she shared, "I’m surrounded by the arts." Melby made the move to Eureka from Des Moines with her senior cats, Luna and Apollo, last winter. "Everything was so beautiful when it was snowing late last year, and I enjoyed just staying home - cooking up cozy foods," said Melby.

Strawberries

The following story about strawberries was researched and written by Lynn Brown, editor of “Oak Leaves” which is a part of the publication of the Boone County Historical and Railroad Association. The “Boone County Historian/Oak Leaves” is published 3 times a year. This particular story is a “sneak preview” of the spring issue which currently is at the printer and will be released the last week of May. Since even now good ol’ Ozark strawberries are hitting the farmer’s markets and parking lot pickup truck beds, the timing seems just right for this wonderful nostalgic story of an Ozark specialty. As Lynn Brown so aptly puts it, “Now where can I get some shortcake?” [Jeff Middleton, Museum Musings and Historian editor]

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.

Lawmakers leave hunting, fishing programs in limbo

LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas lawmakers adjourned this year's session without approving a budget for the Game and Fish Commission on Thursday, putting the state's hunting and fishing programs in limbo if the Legislature doesn't return for a special session by July.

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Boone County residential clean-up

The Boone County Clean-up will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday May 18, 2024 at Methvin Sanitation on Industrial Park Road in Harrison. This Community Service is staffed by the Boone County Road Department. If there are any questions, please call Road Supervisor James Still at (870) 391-9809 or the Boone County Road Department at (870) 741-8611.
This structure on South Hickory shows tree damage to its roof. The city is seeking to condemn the building. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO / LEE H. DUNLAP

Houses in disrepair

Harrison City Council held a committees meeting on Thursday, May 9. The council heard from the city's code enforcement officer, John Morgan, regarding a property located at 810 South Hickory. According to the County Assessor's online database, the property is owned by David E Fitton III and Robert McCorkindale II.

Boone County Residential Clean-Up

The Boone County Clean-up will be from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday May 18th, 2024 at Methvin Sanitation on Industrial Park Road in Harrison. This Community Service is staffed by the Boone County Road Department. If there are any questions, please call Road Supervisor James Still at (870) 391-9809 or the Boone County Road Department at (870) 741-8611.

New eateries coming to downtown

During the City Advertising Tourist Promotion Commission (CATPC) meeting on April 25, Mayor Jerry Jackson mentioned three new eateries opening in downtown Harrison but was not allowed to divulge further details at that time. The commissioners were very excited and anxious to hear all the details.

Boone County Senior Wellness and Activity Center menu

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

Batavia Ladies Friendship Club meeting notes

The Batavia Friendship Club met at the Batavia Baptist Church on May 6. There were 15 ladies present. We enjoyed a potluck lunch together.The Mexican decor was hosted by Patricia Wray, Betty Marrow and Josephine Perry.

Boone County Library Corner

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

News from Lead Hill

Happy Mother’s Day to all. I have been blessed with my beautiful daughters. I have so many wonderful memories of my own mother who instilled in me the love of these Ozarks.
Poison hemlock grows as much as ten feet tall and can frequently be spotted in pastures and along roadsides. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO 

City seeks to address Hemlock

Thursday’s meeting of the Harrison City Council committees saw discussion of a dangerous and prolific weed pervading the region — hemlock. The city is looking at options for controlling the spread of the plant on city properties, working in consultation with Boone County Conservation District.
Stephanie McGarity is a nurse who opened Beauty Rewind last year and specializes in esthetics and beauty. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO/Donna Braymer


 

Beauty Rewind opens

Stephanie McGarity opened her own business, Beauty Rewind in November 2023, and loves the direction her business has taken.
Business
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.
Nominations are open for the "Coolest Thing Made in Arkansas." The contest is presented by Entergy and nominations are open until May 31. To learn more and make a product nomination, visit https://www.coolestthinginarkansas.com/. Contest rules are as follows:
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.
Local Sports
Goblins split last doubleheader of season
On Tuesday night Harrison and Siloam Springs was looking to move up in the final standings of the 5A-West. When the night was over, both teams did enough to stayed tied in the standings.
VS, Jasper advance to state softball
Valley Springs and Jasper continue their softball season another week.
Only one team advances in baseball
There were six teams trying to advance to the state baseball tournament.
Sports
Brian Hernandez Jr. celebrates in the winner's circle after riding Mystik Dan to win the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 4, 2024, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Preakness is up next for Brian Hernandez after winning the Derby with a perfect trip on Mystik Dan

Brian Hernandez Jr. knew he’d need a perfect trip to win the Kentucky Derby aboard Mystik Dan. In preparation, he watched some of Hall of Famer Calvin Borel’s rides in the race over the years to …
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) reacts after missing a 3-point shot against the Connecticut Sun during the fourth quarter of a WNBA basketball game, Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in Uncasville, Conn. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)

Caitlin Clark fever overcomes Indy to overshadow Pacers and Indianapolis 500

Caitlin Clark had yet to even be drafted by the Indiana Fever before fans were openly calling for her to be given an honorary role at the Indianapolis 500. She’s been a resident of Indiana for just …
Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, waves after making a putt on the ninth hole during the first round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at the Valhalla Golf Club, Thursday, May 16, 2024, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Rory McIlroy loves life inside the ropes, shoots 66 on first day at PGA

For Rory McIlroy, there was no better place than the golf course. The 35-year-old, who surprised the golf world when he filed divorce papers earlier this week, shot 5-under 66 to open the PGA …
Marcus Ericsson, of Sweden, climbs out of his car following a practice session for the IndyCar Grand Prix auto race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, May 11, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Marcus Ericsson has no regrets headed into Indy 500, even as he struggles with new Andretti team

Marcus Ericsson returned to the Indianapolis 500 with zero regrets. He’s moved past the controversial ending to last year’s race that cost the Swede a second consecutive win in the “Greatest …
Community

River Partners to host clean-up

Buffalo National River Partners will host their middle river clean up on Tuesday, June 11, 10 a.m. — 3 p.m. The alternate date in case of inclement weather or other issues that might delay this float is June 17.

New QOVO chapter holds meeting

BRANSON — Quilts of Valor of the Ozarks (QOVO) was honored to host Linda Martien, Missouri State Coordinator for Quilts of Valor Foundation (QOVF) at their inaugural membership meeting held May 6 in Kimberling City. Linda congratulated the newly organized chapter on their drive and passion to celebrate veterans in the Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas region.

Sauce it!

The official start of the grilling season starts in just a few days on Memorial Day Weekend. Just like icing makes a cake, barbecue sauce makes grilled meats, veggies and sometimes, dessert.

Hopewell Cemetery meeting

The Hopewell Cemetery will hold their annual board meeting on Thursday, June 6 at 5:30 p.m. at the Hopewell Baptist Church in Harrison.

Former addict dedicates to paying forward

VALENCIA, Spain, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., — No stranger to drug abuse and its toll, Alfredo Riaño, who heads the chapter of Foundation for a Drug-Free World in Valencia, Spain, shares his own story to help kids avoid the ordeal of addiction that he eventually escaped from. And he trains educators, law enforcement and other community partners who share his passion to reach youth with the truth about drugs before they fall prey to the dwindling spiral of drug abuse and addiction.

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.

Twentieth Century Club May meeting held

The Twentieth Century Club met May 2, 2024, at the First United Methodist Church with Katie Holt, Chris Royston, and Paula Ragan serving as hostesses. President Mary Speice called the meeting to order and Vice President Vicki Hinrichs led the group in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
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People
This will be our first Mother's Day without our mom. Without our matriarch. Without the heart and soul of our family.
Being a parent is a huge — probably the biggest responsibility a person can have. It’s like being a doctor, a teacher, a counselor, a chef…I could go on, all rolled into one big life-long responsibility. It seems that it should feel more overwhelming but somehow — through our culture, genetic wiring or some kind of divine grace, most of us manage to get it right and raise children we are proud to brag about to anyone willing to listen.
Future Men and Women of Distinction scholarship nominations are now open. This scholarship is intended for a current or future North Arkansas College student who exhibits the characteristics of a person of distinction. To make a nomination, provide the following information and submit it via the contact info provided below:
This weather is the big news and last week and this week is more storms, this year is starting off bad.
Donald Dillwith of Harrison will be celebrating his 95th birthday on May 9. Don is a long-time resident of Harrison, a Korean War Veteran, and a great grandfather.
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.

Future MWOD Scholarship nominations open

Future Men and Women of Distinction scholarship nominations are now open. This scholarship is intended for a current or future North Arkansas College student who exhibits the characteristics of a person of distinction. To make a nomination, provide the following information and submit it via the contact info provided below:

Esports team at Northark

Northark’s Esports team uses state-of-the-art gaming facilities equipped with top-of-the-line hardware and software, allowing players to engage in high-quality gaming experiences. According to coach Logan Amos, the team is a mixture of long-time gamers as well as newcomers. They play in the National Junior College Athletics Association ESports (NJCAAE), at Tier 3.
Charlie Lee and Faye Jackson

Bergman Elementary Art Show

The annual Bergman Elementary Art Show was held Thursday, April 25, for families and community members to enjoy.
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