Ash Flat

Bridge reopened on Highway 56 near Franklin

Photos/ Tammy CurtisThe Highway 56 Bridge near Franklin is now open. Repairs were done to the bridge’s structural piers. Top, right, first pier’s repair, Middle right, the steel beams under the bridge, left, the repair done on the road, looking from below. Above, a close up of the repair on one of the piers with steel braces visible and new concrete support and repair. By: Tammy Curtis, Managing Editor Residents who utilize…

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Martin Center celebrates holidays

Consumers, staff and friends at The Martin Center in Ash Flat enjoyed a holiday party on Dec. 21, starting with breakfast where they were joined by transportation drivers Ken Tilly and James Neal.Santa and the Grinch even showed up after lunch along with Everett and Buddy, the sneaky little elves. Christmas crafts were finished just in time to give to their family or caregivers as gifts.“Mr. John Bain, who worked here for…

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Stuebing Home resident carries on Barbie Christmas tradition for sister

By: Andrea Bruner, Special to the SRC Carolyn Brewer of Wideman never had a real Barbie doll when she was a little girl - only imitations. So when her mom gave a Holiday Barbie for Christmas in 1998, a surprised Carolyn immediately understood the sentiment behind the special gift.It was the last Christmas gift her mom gave her, as she died eight months later.But her brother Charles Caperton, a resident at the…

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Ozarka Spring 2023 registration is ongoing

Registration is in full swing at Ozarka College for current and new students. Now is the time to seek advising and register for Spring 2023 classes.Spring classes will begin on Jan. 17. By meeting early with an Advisor, students are often able to secure the classes that best fit their schedule.Spring courses are available at each of our three campus locations in Melbourne, Ash Flat, and Mountain View, as well as online.…

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