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Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas receives grant from Farm Credit Mid-American

The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas was awarded a $25,000 grant by Farm Credit Mid-America to provide fresh produce in the 12 counties served by the Food Bank. The USDA recently named Arkansas as the nation’s most food insecure state with 16.6% of Arkansans reporting low or very low food security. While fresh produce is an important part of a healthy, balanced diet, it is often too expensive for families with limited resources to purchase on a regular basis. The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas is committed to making nutritious food available to people facing hunger.

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Edington recognized for 50 years of BRFD service

Danny Edington has been recognized for his 50 years of dedicated service to the Biggers-Reyno Fire Department and the surrounding region. Edington has been instrumental to the success of the Biggers-Reyno Fire Department and his community. A reception attended by his family, colleagues and friends was held Thursday, Feb. 1 to commemorate his retirement at the half-century mark from BRFD and to honor his impact on the lives of local residents.

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Luttrell named Artist of the Month

The Corning Beautification Committee welcomes Emily Luttrell, a Senior at Corning High School, as the February Artist of the Month. Emily has been involved in the art program since 8th grade. “One of my most memorable art achievements has been winning the Arkansas Junior Duck Stamp Conservation Message Contest two years in a row,” she said. “I have also won several blue ribbons at the Clay County Fair and District Fair.” Luttrell’s future plans are to attend A-State in the Fall to major in Pharmacy. The public is invited to view her artwork on display during the month of February at the M.B. Ainley, Jr. Community Center.

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