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  • Put your business front and center by sponsoring a Chamber event, annual program, or digital media.

    New network building events in 2022 include the Battle of the Business Bowling Tournament and the Local Lunch for restaurants.  BE PRO BE PROUD and Connecting Educators in Industry are focused on building the workforce pipeline for our community.  Also new this year are two annual program sponsorships, the Governmental Affairs Committee, and the Chamber Ambassadors, both focused on advocacy for a strong, business friendly climate in our community, county, and state. 

    Or promote your business utilizing the Chamber website, which received more than 145,000 visits in 2021. And don't forget the long running favorites; the Annual Meeting & Business Expo, the Golf Classic, Business After Hours, and the Arkansas Scholars Award Ceremony.

     

     

     

  • County Judge Proclaims Adult Literacy Week

    EducationCommunityPress Release

    Van Buren, Arkansas — September 9, 2024 — In a decision underscoring the critical importance of education for all, County Judge Chris Keith officially proclaimed the week of September 16 to 24, 2024 as Adult Literacy Week in Crawford County, Arkansas. This week-long observance highlights the vital role of adult literacy in fostering personal and professional growth, and to promote continued investment in educational resources and programs.

    The proclamation was announced on Monday, September 9, 2024. During the signing, Judge Keith along with Crawford County Adult Education Center Director Dr. Debbie Faubus-Kendrick and Crawford County Volunteers for Literacy Director Jessica Blasingame each emphasized the transformative power of literacy in improving the quality of life for individuals and enhancing community well-being.

    Literacy opens doors to new opportunities and empowers individuals to contribute more effectively to our communities. Adult Literacy Week aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by millions of adults who struggle with reading, writing, and basic math skills. It also seeks to celebrate the successes of those who have overcome these challenges and to encourage support for ongoing educational initiatives.

    For more information about Adult Literacy Week, please contact Dr. Debbie Faubus-Kendrick at 479-471-0019 or Jessica Blasingame at 479-474-4594.




    County Judge Proclaims Adult Literacy Week