City of Van Buren issued the following announcement on May 5.
The potential for severe weather in the Van Buren area has increased. In consultation with the Arkansas Activities Association,
VBSD is postponing the 5A State Track Meet until Friday, May 6th.
Original source can be found here.
Source: City of Van Buren
Lawmakers discussed several bills addressing wildlife management policies and rural water infrastructure during an April hearing led by Subcommittee Chair Harriet Hageman. Proposed measures included changes regarding polar bear trophy imports, invasive species control programs, cormorant population oversight frameworks, and feasibility studies for new regional water systems.
The U.S. House approved legislation aimed at simplifying permits for geothermal projects on non-federal land. Supporters say it could lower costs and strengthen U.S. energy independence.
A House subcommittee reviewed how the federal permitting process affects natural resource development in Indian Country during an oversight hearing held Apr. 22. Leaders discussed ongoing challenges faced by tribes seeking economic growth through resource management.
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