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Ozark Gateway Tourist Council (OGTC) was named Tourist Region of the Year at the March 1 Arkansas Tourist Industry’s Tourism’s Region of the Year at the Arkansas Tourism Henry Awards. OGTC serves eight unique counties, Fulton, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp and Stone, each with its own history, heritage, events, and attractions. Pictured from left are Shea Lewis, Secretary of Arkansas Parks, Heritage and Tourism, Cathy Drew, OG ED, Crystal Crow, OG…

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In celebration of Dr. Seuss’s Birthday Week, Ash Flat Library manager, Susan Funnell, went to Highland Preschool to read to the children.“I love reading to the kids and we passed out Dr. Seuss hats too,” said Susan with a smile. The Ash Flat Library is located at 11 Arnhart Street and is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The library also…

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Press Release from ARDOT The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is lifting weight restrictions on multiple State Highways based on a recent pavement analysis.   Weight restrictions are put in place to help maintain normal service and a state of good repair on highways. The main causes for highway weight restrictions include significant increases in traffic, changes in environmental conditions, or changes in pavement conditions.   Periodically, ARDOT reviews highway weight restrictions…

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PRESS RELEASE FROM BAXTER HEALTH After unanimous votes by both the Fulton County Quorum Court on Tues., February 20, 2024, and the Baxter Health System Board of Directors on Wed., February 28, 2024, Fulton County Hospital has reached a long-term agreement to become part of the Baxter Health System. Baxter Health will continue to manage Fulton County Hospital for the remainder of 2024 under the current management agreement and will execute the…

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Tammy Curtis, Managing Editor Ozark Acres Suburban Improvement District met on Feb. 20 before a full house with the major intent of the monthly meeting being set to establish the 2024 operating budget. By the end of the meeting, the many things brought up including the lack of adequate numbers regarding revenue, it was determined the board would table the passage of the budget and seek an audit to clarify the amount…

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