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Howard County Sales Tax Revenue Increases in August

During Monday morning’s regular meeting of the Howard County Quorum Court, County Treasurer Sherri Mixon reported an increase in sales…

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Mineral Springs students attend real-world financial concepts fair on the campus of Texas A&M University – Texarkana

On October 7, 13 Mineral Springs High School students traveled to Texas A&M University–Texarkana to participate in the Red River…

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Two Fires Challenge Area Fire Departments Saturday Evening

Two separate fires Saturday evening stretched fire protection resources across the area, as multiple departments responded to a blaze at…

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Former Mineral Springs Recorder-Treasurer Appears in Court; Trial Set for January

Former Mineral Springs City Recorder-Treasurer Denise Juniel appeared in Howard County Circuit Court on October 7 for a scheduled pretrial…

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SWEPCO offering temporary relief for customers facing high summer electric bills

Following one of the hottest summers in recent memory, Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) is offering temporary financial relief measures…

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Nashville Scrappers Improve to 7-0 with 35-14 Win Over Ashdown

The Nashville Scrappers remained undefeated Friday night, defeating the Ashdown Panthers 35-14 to improve to 7-0 overall and 4-0 in…

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Recognizing National Farmers Day

Rep. Bruce Westerman (AR-04) Every corner of the Natural State has a different story to tell if you were to ask what…

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State Capitol Week in Review

October 16, 2026 Arkansas is expanding its efforts to reward and retain high‑performing educators, unveiling a major increase in merit‑based…

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Nashville Chamber Announces Christmas Through the Decades Parade and Holiday Campaigns

The Nashville Chamber of Commerce is preparing for the holiday season, with several events and campaigns planned to bring more…

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Man Accused in Death of 6-Year-Old Arkansas Boy Scheduled for Forensic Evaluation

Jesus Arrellano Chavez, who is charged with first-degree murder in the January 2025 death of his 6-year-old stepson, Luxton Perez,…

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