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Mountain Home Public Schools hosts special meeting on dyslexia, health insurance premiums

Mountain Home Public Schools held a special meeting early Thursday morning at Nelson-Wilks-Herron Elementary School to move forward with three action items covering the hiring of part-time dyslexia instructors for the district, budget amendments, and an increase in the district's contributions to its employees' health insurance premiums. The meeting was attended by Superintendent Jake Long,…

ByChris Fulton2 days ago

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Quorum Court to tackle property purchase, funds for Federal audit

With only a few sessions left this year, a short schedule has been announced for the upcoming Baxter County Quorum Court session on Oct. 2. The main focus for the court next month will be on appropriating funds needed to pay for a county jail expansion alongside the appropriation of money to pay for a…

ByChris Fulton3 days ago

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ARDOT seeks public comment on Hicks Creek Bridge replacement

Following its Thursday afternoon meeting on replacing the bridge over Hicks Creek on E. 9th Street/Highway 5 at Eastside Baptist Church, the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has announced that it will be seeking public comment on the matter before beginning its project in later 2023. The project is expected run between 18 and 24…

ByChris Fulton4 days ago

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City Council votes to keep millage rates at current levels for 2023 fiscal year

During its latest session, Mountain Home City Council voted to keep the city’s taxes at their current levels following a request from Baxter County for the city to notify the county of what it would like its annual millage to be for 2023 to be in preparation for November's Quorum Court Session. Mountain Home currently…

ByChris FultonSeptember 27, 2022

Business Government News

Alcohol permit applications filed for September

The following alcohol permit applications for businesses in Mountain Home, Gassville, and Bull Shoals to the Alcohol Beverage Control Division for the State of Arkansas are hereby publicly posted. SKonica-Pri22092613560-002Download

ByChris FultonSeptember 27, 2022

Events Government News

Take aim at an AGFC archery range before heading to the field

With archery deer season cranking into gear Sept. 24, many hunters will be headed to the woods for the first time for the year soon. While you’re out and about in one of the many wildlife management areas throughout the state, you might notice a few additions to the facilities available for outdoors enthusiasts this…

ByMHO Newsroom StaffSeptember 26, 2022

Column Government News

Celebrating the Heritage of Hispanic Americans

Today I would like to talk about Hispanic Heritage Month and what this occassion represents. Hispanic influence can be seen in all aspects of American life and culture. In the 1980’s Arkansas saw a growth in the Hispanic population, which continued well into the 21st century. According to the 2020 census, Arkansas was one of…

ByMHO Newsroom StaffSeptember 26, 2022

Column Government News

Understanding the deadly consequences of our overrun Southern Border

The disaster on our southern border has been raging since the beginning of the Biden administration. Migrants have been rushing to cross into the United States ever since it became clear President Biden was not committed to border security and immigration enforcement. This is a crisis in every sense of the word, and it’s only…

ByMHO Newsroom StaffSeptember 26, 2022

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Huber kicks off ‘Ride the District’ campaign in Fulton County

Editor's Note: This article marks the first time that the Observer has held a discussion with a Democrat candidate in Baxter County. In the name of political fairness, we have reached out to State Senator Scott Flippo to schedule an interview. If other candidates in the area would like to schedule an interview with the…

ByChris FultonSeptember 23, 2022

Government News People

Governor Hutchinson appoints Mark White as Secretary of The Department of Human Services

Governor Asa Hutchinson today announced his appointment of Mark White of Bryant as the Secretary of the Department of Human Service. He will replace Cindy Gillespie. White currently serves as Chief of Staff and Chief Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Officer. He represents DHS before the Arkansas Legislature and serves as a primary point of contact…

ByChris FultonSeptember 23, 2022

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AYSSP-connected trap shooters..

Hostility in the workplace :..

David K to bring Buddy Holly..

Mountain Home Public Schools..

AYSSP-connected trap shooters..

Hostility in the workplace :..

David K to bring Buddy Holly..

Mountain Home Public Schools hosts special meeting on dyslexia, health insurance premiums

Quorum Court to tackle property purchase, funds for Federal audit

ARDOT seeks public comment on Hicks Creek Bridge replacement

City Council votes to keep millage rates at current levels for 2023 fiscal year

Alcohol permit applications filed for September

Take aim at an AGFC archery range before heading to the field

Celebrating the Heritage of Hispanic Americans

Understanding the deadly consequences of our overrun Southern Border

Huber kicks off ‘Ride the District’ campaign in Fulton County

Governor Hutchinson appoints Mark White as Secretary of The Department of Human Services

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