Missouri officials want to continue having a private company handle calls about jobless benefits in the state even though the unemployment rate has returned to pre-pandemic levels.
According to an Associated Press Report posted by Ozarks First, the unemployment rate reached as high as 12.5% in April 2020. Currently, it is down to 3.7%, which is equal to the rate in March 2020 before the pandemic began.
Harrison Voters Split on Sales Tax Renewals, Other Election Results
After a full court press by city and community leaders to educate and inform Harrison voters about two sales taxes up for renewal, only one of them goes through.
National Nutrition Month: "The Power of Nutrition"
An area health department releases a reminder about the importance of nutrition in conjunction with National Nutrition Month.
Court Documents Filed with Details on Missing Boone County Funds
Documents are filed in Boone County Circuit Court this week that details the circumstances that led to the arrest of three people including County Judge Robert Hathaway.
Primary Election Day
The 2026 Mid-Term Election Season kicks off today with Primary Elections in Arkansas along with North Carolina and Texas.
Severe Weather Threat for Lakes Region Increases for Wednesday, Friday
The National Weather Service increases the Severe Weather Threat for Wednesday for the Lakes Region.
