President Donald J. Trump granted pardons to 73 individuals and commuted the sentences of 70 individuals, on Wednesday morning, January 20, 2021 according to a statement from his press secretary. The list follows: Abel Holtz – President Trump granted a full pardon to Abel Holtz. This pardon is supported by Representative Mario Diaz-Balart and friends and business […]
AEDC passes resolution in support of hate crimes legislation in Arkansas
Members of the Arkansas Economic Development Council, a commission composed of business leaders and economic development advisers who represent each region of the state, today passed a resolution to express support for hate crimes legislation to provide enhanced penalties for acts of violence committed due to a victim’s race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, ancestry, service […]
HSV Dems to host virtual Inaugural Ball Jan 22nd via Zoom
The Democratic Club of Hot Springs Village will host a virtual “Inaugural Ball” via Zoom video conference, at 3 p.m. on Jan. 22, two days after the actual Inauguration Linda Ragsdale of the club stated this is “To celebrate the national inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, and to recognize all the great efforts […]
Cong. Hill condemns actions of President and others as reckless
U.S. Congressman French Hill (R-AR) released a statement late Friday, condemning the events in Washington DC on January 6th, 2021. The full statement follows: By now, many of you have heard and read of the tragic and disturbing attack that took place at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. You have viewed the horrifying video and […]
Saline County Republican Committee elects Yang as new chairman; several other officers elected
The Saline County Republican Committee (SCRC) met Thursday evening at the Enclave in Benton, to elect new officers for 2021-2022. The committee elected Ken Yang as the new Chairman of the SCRC. (See the full list of new officers below.) “I am extremely honored to have been given this opportunity to lead our local Republican […]
US Senator describes events at Capitol as “disturbing, demoralizing and entirely avoidable”
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) released the statement below regarding the unrest and unlawful activity at the United States Capitol on Wednesday: “The events that transpired in Washington were not only shocking and unlawful, but represent a dark moment in our country’s history that we must reckon with today and in the days to come. […]
Benton Parks to meet Jan 12th about concessions, inclusive playground, more
The City of Benton Parks Committee is scheduled to meet at 5:15 P.M., Tuesday, January 12, 2021, in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex. There is a conflict with the Parks Committee Meeting and the Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting on Tuesday, July 14th, so the Parks Committee will meet via Zoom. Committee Members: […]
US Sen. Boozman issues statement supporting Electoral College count for Presidential election
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) released the following statement supporting the formal count of the Electoral College votes: “Many Americans are concerned about the integrity of the election. I too share the belief that allegations of irregularities and fraud need to be investigated –– especially at a time when trust in our institutions is near […]
Make your 2021 so much better than 2020 in these 5 ways
New Year’s day is coming up this Friday, marking the end to a long and grueling year. But as we begin 2021, there is new hope of healing for the community. If 2020 has shown us anything, it’s that we have the resolve to endure the challenges life throws our way. My hope for Saline […]
National group ranks Arkansas #1 for “Most Pro-Life State in America”
A national organization ranks Arkansas at the top of all the States as most pro-life, according to a list released on Wednesday. Americans United for Life is a pro-life organization ranks each state based on state laws protecting the unborn, the elderly, the disabled, and the terminally ill. Family Council President Jerry Cox said, “Ten […]
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