Tammy Curtis

The Simons Foundation has provided funding to the Innovation Hub to educate the youth community in Arkansas about the science behind the total solar eclipse set to happen on April 8,2024.North Little Rock, Ark. During the months of August2023 through March2024, The Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub staff is planning to conduct STEAM solar eclipse hands-on field trips to 25 rural cities in the State of Arkansas that will bein the path of…

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With summer temperatures soaring, Ozarks Healthcare physicians are sharing valuable advice on staying safe during high summer temperatures and holiday celebrations. By following safety tips, individuals can protect themselves and their loved ones from potential risks.“ High temperatures can be harmful to anyone who doesn’t take safety precautions, but they can especially be dangerous for vulnerable populations, like adults over age 60 and children,” Dr. Kendell Clarkston, Ozarks Healthcare Hospitalist Director, said.…

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Baxter Health is proud to announce that Tammy Penka, MSN, RN, Director of Quality, has been named one of the Great 100 Nurses of Arkansas. This recognition honors exceptional nurses who have made a significant impact on the lives of their patients and their communities. The Great 100 Nurses of Arkansas is an annual award that honors nurses who have made a significant impact on the lives of their patients, colleagues, and…

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By: Tammy Curtis, Managing Editor Cave City Mayor Jonas Anderson was elected as the new president of the Arkansas Municipal League during the organization’s recent 89th annual convention as it presented anew slate of officers for the 2023-2024 period. Anderson served the League as District One vice president, 2020-2021; first vice president, 2022-2023;and on the Executive Committee. In his acceptance speech, Anderson outlined his priori-ties for his year long term. At the…

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FROM PRESS RELEASE An Ash Flat man is behind bars on a $1 million bond in Sharp County awaiting the formal filing of charges for allegedly raping a child multiple times over a year period of a time. Sharp County Sheriff Shane Russell is-sued a press release in the incident stating that 64-year-old Terry Long, AKA “Wood-stock”, was arrested by his department on June 22.The incident that led to Long’s arrest came…

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