October 14, 2026
News
USDA disaster assistance can carry tax implications for producers
By Jason VanceProducers who receive USDA disaster assistance to help recover from losses should consider the potential tax consequences of those payments, according to Oklahoma State University Extension agricultural economist J.C. Hobbs. Disaster assistance programs can help producers rebuild after events that damage property, livestock feed and other farm assets. However, Hobbs said the tax…
Community
Operation Christmas Child Gears Up to Break Records in 2026
Organizers Challenging Volunteers to Help Reach 12.8 Million KidsBy Dolores Jen, Samaritan’s PurseVolunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 16 – 23. Nearly 5,000 drop-off locations will open across the country in November, and shoebox packers can find their local drop-off locations across Arkansas.Since 1993, Operation Christmas…
Sports
Thursday Night Lights
Crossett Riding Club Hosts Weekly Rides Open to PublicBy Sarah StaggThe Crossett Riding Club (CRC) is inviting everyone near and far as it brings back…
Lifestyle
Farmers’ Mental Health Top Priority
Photo submitted Associate Professor Brittney Schrick presents the expansions to existing programs by the University of Arkansas Agriculture Division that aim at addressing and resolving…