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• North Arkansas College Nears Merger with University of Arkansas

  North Arkansas College is a signature away from officially merging with the University of Arkansas, creating what will now be known as UofA North Ark, according to Jamie Stevens of the college.

• Chris Berndt's Retirement Reception at Keeter Center Nov. 18

  The Western Taney County Fire Protection District will host a retirement reception for Chief Chris Berndt, according to a Facebook post by the agency.

• Governor Kehoe Announces Expedited Appropriations for Food Assistance as Democrat-led Federal Government Shutdown Continues

  JEFFERSON CITY, MO —On Wednesday, Governor Mike Kehoe announced additional steps his administration is taking to expedite food assistance for at-risk Missourians, given the impending loss of November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the Democrat-led federal government shutdown.

• Little Golden Gate Bridge Set to Reopen

  The wooden suspension bridge that takes travelers over the White River in the town of Beaver is set to reopen. 

• Harrison Holiday Open House Kicks off Nov. 6

  Sisters Flowers and Gifts owner Sonja Bruce and Frenzy of Harrison Boutique owner Emily Powers talked on Wednesday about the upcoming Holiday Open House.