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FLORAL — A former behavioral science assistant professor at Harding University is now the new director of Camp Tahkodah, a Christian summer camp in Floral owned and operated by the college.
Dr. Travis McNeal graduated from Harding in 1994 and joined the university faculty in 2009. He has a Ph.D. and is licensed in clinical psychology. McNeal began his involvement with Camp Tahkodah in 1993 as a camp counselor. Prior to this position, he was an adult volunteer and last year became assistant director.

The Batesville Area Arts Council will “Art in the Afternoon” at its gallery at 246 E. Main from 4:30-5:30 p.m. beginning Feb. 7.
The event is for children ages 8-13 and is $3 per person each Tuesday including materials. Instructor will be Jennifer Dickie, who works with all mediums. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. For more information call (870) 793-3382.

BETHESDA — Members of the Bethesda Extension Homemakers Club recently held their January meeting. Eleven members answered roll call by responding to the question “How do you fight winter blahs?” Most answers involved staying busy at something such as sewing, reading, feeding the birds and working on a computer.
The meeting commenced with recital of the American flag pledge. The members also recited the Homemakers Creed.

From its landscapes of lakes, rivers and lush fields to a history that predates statehood, the Arkansas Delta is a special place. The region’s culture is as soulful as the blues music that began here, as flavorful its barbecue and as majestic as the Mighty Mississippi that spans its eastern border.
From the region’s incredible history to its sumptuous foods, the Arkansas Delta is one-of-a-kind. Whether you’ve never visited the area, you’re looking for an excuse to return, or you’re a native, here’s a list of 12 “must do” activities in the Arkansas Delta in 2012.