‘All In’: Freedom Fund Banquet calls for action in democracy
An estimated 250 attendees were present for the November banquet, held in the Garrison Ballroom on the campus of Henderson State University
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Freedom Fund Banquet touted as success
The Clark County Branch of the NAACP hosted its 32nd annual Freedom Fund Banquet on the campus of Henderson State University
Clark County’s long-debated tax issue heads to final vote
After listening to two opposing perspectives regarding how proceeds from Clark County’s 1/2-cent sales tax may be legally spent, members of the Quorum Court favored an ordinance written in line with the Arkansas Constitution
Fort Smith mayor to keynote Clark County NAACP banquet
The theme for the 32nd annual event is “Thriving in Times Like These”
Accused of tax lies, Clark County justice fires back at NAACP leader
NAACP President Bruce Bell told members of the Clark County Quorum Court Monday evening that they were lying about the nature of the county’s economic development tax
Black leaders make plea for retailers’ eligibility to get jobs tax incentives
A trio of black leaders were on the agenda to address justices of the peace regarding a 1/2-cent sales tax collected in Clark County for job creation
Plea to rename street falls on deaf ears (again) in Arkadelphia
Quoting the city’s motto, “It’s a great place to call home,” Nelson asked, “It’s a great place for who?”