Groundhog Day is almost here. For most of its history — which, according to some reports, dates back to the first celebration in 1886 or 1887 in Punxsutawney, Pa. — Groundhog Day held little significance for most Americans. But that changed in 1993 with the release of the movie Groundhog Day, in … [Read more...]
Fairfield Bay Board of Directors News
FFB HOME RESALES REBOUND IN 2012 Nationally and locally, home resales suffered a downtrend that endured since 2007. The national housing market has been recognized as modestly improving performance during 2012. Home sales in the Bay enjoyed a very robust improvement in 2012, well above the national … [Read more...]
/Max Office Top In Sales In 2012! “Here They Grow Again…”
RE/MAX on the Bay in Fairfield Bay, in just 4 1/2 years since opening their doors, took top sales honors in Van Buren County for 2012. With over $5.5 million in sales for 2012, RE/MAX on the Bay Principal Broker/Owner Deb Ivanor says that “we are so proud of our company and our professional … [Read more...]
Public Hearing Canceled
The Planning and Zoning public hearing for a special use permit for a chicken coop scheduled for Wednesday, January 30 at 8 a.m. at the Utilities office has been canceled. … [Read more...]
Burglaries And Thefts On The Rise
The Fairfield Bay City Council met on Monday, January 14. During the department reporting, Police Chief John Willoughby stated that burglaries and thefts were on the rise in the county including here in the Bay. Residential property as well as the fire station by the marina was broken into. Several … [Read more...]
Missy Irvin Addresses School Violence
Senator Missy Irvin of Mountain View is drafting legislation to better prepare students and faculty in Arkansas for incidents of deadly school violence. Irvin said that a goal of her legislation would be for schools to be able to take advantage of existing programs offered by the state Criminal … [Read more...]
Economic Development
Ribbon Cutting...Goodwin and Daughters is now under new managment and proud to be part of the community. Members of the Chamber, Becky Nollenberger, Shirley Johnson, Kevin Feeler, and Mayor Paul Wellenberger welcome James Coy as the new operator and extend well wishes in a successful business … [Read more...]
County Judge’s Report: December 2012 Newsletter
I hope that everyone had a very Merry Christmas and will have a prosperous and joyous 2013. On the Economic front, I am glad to report an improving economy for Van Buren County. The Bureau of Labor statistics most recent monthly report, shows an 8% unemployment rate. At the peak of the most recent … [Read more...]
Investment Mistakes to Watch For…at Different Stages of Life
As an investor, how can you avoid making mistakes? It’s not always easy, because investing can be full of potential pitfalls. But if you know what the most common mistakes are at different stages of an investor’s life, you may have a better chance of avoiding these costly errors. Let’s take a look … [Read more...]
Fairfield Bay Realty Welcomes Sales Associate
Fairfield Bay Realty, Inc. is pleased to announce it’s newest Sales Associate, Nancy Taylor, a native of Clinton, Ar. In 2011, Nancy and her husband James Fowler moved back to Arkansas to the Fairfield Bay area to be near family and friends. Nancy is a volunteer at the Fairfield Bay area … [Read more...]