Van Buren County Judge Dale James was invited by Lindsey French of the Association of Arkansas Counties to represent the counties in Civic Arkansas.
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Empower Yourself, Elevate Your Team
by Molly Thomason To work well with a team, a person must first understand themselves. Just like how a flight attendant reminds passengers to put on their oxygen masks before helping others in an emergency, the same principle applies to any collaborative work you participate in. If you do not understand your own strengths and…
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Institute Mourns Barry McKuin, Longtime Board Member
Barry McKuin, who served as a board member for 15 of the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute’s 20 years of existence, passed away on the morning of February 18, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was 80 years old.
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“Dos Mujeres” and the Impact of the Rockefellers in Arkansas
Dos Mujeres was on loan from Abby Rockefeller for the exhibition and remained in her personal collection until she gave it to her eldest child and only daughter, Abigail “Babs” Rockefeller Mauzé, who subsequently donated it to the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in 1955.
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Winter Adventures at Petit Jean State Park
Winter is here, and Petit Jean State Park in Morrilton, Arkansas, is calling you to explore its frosty beauty and unique events.
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Unlocking an Understanding of Facilitation
Facilitation goes beyond booking a venue for a workshop or meeting. It involves nurturing an environment designed to meet your needs.
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Joel Smith Leadership Award Winner: Austin Bond
Austin Bond, who marked his one-year anniversary with the Institute on November 13, was thankful for winning the Joel Smith Leadership Award. “I’m grateful to be here,” he said. “Having a great team to lead makes this possible.” His team echoed his sentiments during the award announcement, saying, “We are nothing without chef; he gives us purpose.”
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