Shephard to be keynote speaker at UCA’s annual MLK Prayer Breakfast
CONWAY—The University of Central Arkansas will host the annual MLK Prayer Breakfast on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, in the Ronnie Williams Student Center Ballroom. The official program begins at 9 a.m., and breakfast begins at 8:15 a.m. The keynote speaker for the event will be Arkansas State Rep. Tara Shephard. Shephard is serving her first term representing Arkansas District 79, which includes parts of Pulaski County. During this term, she has championed issues related to children and helped to pass an opioid bill, which was signed into law by Arkansas Gov. Sarah Sanders. Shephard is also a former Little Rock […]
Community Tax Volunteers Needed for the 2024 Filing Season
Conway, AR – Arkansas Asset Builders and United Way of Central Arkansas are seeking volunteers for their Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) programs during the 2024 tax season. Volunteers are needed to provide no-cost tax preparation and supporting services for residents of Faulkner County and surrounding communities who earn less than $64,000 per year. IRS-certified volunteers are the unsung heroes of tax filing season. Every year, they step up to help taxpayers successfully file their tax returns and avoid unnecessary fees. Anyone who wants to make a difference in their community, learn about tax preparation, or earn continuing education credits […]
ToddTalk: A memorable Christmas doesn’t have to be in the past
My grandparents lived at the end of a dirt road in Izard County, Arkansas. And, when I say the end of the road, I mean the road stopped at their house. It became a circle that formed their driveway. They had 400+ acres of land filled with lots of pine trees, ponds, some cows and chickens, a couple of dogs. It was a great place for a couple of rambunctious kids to explore in the summer. As kids, we would go spend at least some time there for Christmas. One year, we experienced what could only be described as a […]
Second Annual Entrepreneur Support Organization Summit to take place at UCA
ESO groups across the state will gather to make Arkansas a better place for small businesses this February Conway – The Conductor will host the second Entrepreneur Support Organization Summit at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway on February 12th & 13th. The purpose of the ESO Summit is to convene organizations and individuals that support entrepreneurs to problem-solve new ways to innovate and enhance entrepreneurship across the state of Arkansas. Over 32 support organizations attended the inaugural summit in 2022. This year, the summit is being planned by a committee of individuals and organizations from across the state. […]
Lee Rocker Of The Stray Cats To Perform In Conway
CONWAY – The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall presents Grammy-nominated musician and bass player hall of famer Lee Rocker at the Windgate Center for Fine and Performing Arts on Friday, Dec. 8 at 7:30 pm. Rocker made his mark singing, playing, standing on, spinning and rocking his giant upright bass as a founding member, along with Brian Setzer and Slim Jim Phantom, of the Grammy-nominated music group The Stray Cats. The group sold over 10 million albums, garnered 23 gold and platinum-certified records, and was music video pioneers of MTV. The Stray Cat’s worldwide mega hits “Stray Cat […]
ToddTalk: Practicing Thanksgiving for those who make life more meaningful
As Thanksgiving approaches, resist the rush to Christmas and take a moment to reflect on the people you are thankful for in 2023. I had a professor one time who talked about her gratitude journal. she may have called it something different, but it was a gratitude journal. She used it to remember times when, as she says, God provided blessings for her and her family. According to experts, practicing gratitude is very good for our health. According to an article at the Mayo Clinic Website, “Expressing gratitude is associated with a host of mental and physical benefits. Studies have […]
Conway Men’s Chorus celebrates 25 years with special Holiday Concert
Conway, AR – In celebration of its 25th Anniversary, the Conway Men’s Chorus is set to dazzle audiences with a festive feast for the ears at its highly anticipated 2023 Christmas Holiday Concert. The event will take place on Tuesday, December 5, at 7:00 p.m. in the grandeur of Reynolds Performance Hall, located on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. The Men’s Chorus, consisting of over 65 talented voices, has meticulously curated a program that spans the musical spectrum of the holiday season. From sacred hymns to cherished traditional tunes and beloved contemporary hits, the ensemble […]
Conductor Launches a Holiday Market on Small Business Saturday
Conductor announces first annual Holiday Market at the Arnold Innovation Center in Downtown Conway with 20+ vendors CONWAY, ARK – Conductor, a community-focused organization dedicated to supporting local entrepreneurs and small businesses, is thrilled to announce the inaugural Conductor Holiday Market. This festive event is set to take place at the Arnold Innovation Center (AIC), powered by Conway Corporation, in Downtown Conway on Small Business Saturday. Shopping small during the holiday season is a wonderful way to support local businesses and foster a sense of community, all while discovering unique and heartfelt gifts. Scheduled for November 25, 2023, from 12:00 […]