FSRs summarize Demotech’s opinion of the financial stability of an insurer regardless of general economic conditions or the phase of the underwriting cycle. FSRs utilize statutory financial data based on insurance accounting principles prescribed or permitted by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).

“We are extremely proud to have earned our ‘A, Exceptional’ rating from Demotech.” says Corey Little, Chief Executive Officer of Arkansas Mutual. “After five years in business, this designation confirms the financial integrity and stability that is so critical to our business and to our policyholders.”

About Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company:
Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company, a not-for-profit organization, is the only medical liability insurance provider that is headquartered in Arkansas and dedicated to serving only Arkansas-based medical professionals. Founded in 2008, Arkansas Mutual is owned and governed by its physician policyholders. Visit www.arkansasmutual.com for more information.

About Demotech, Inc.
Demotech, Inc. is a financial analysis firm located in Columbus, Ohio. Since 1985, Demotech has been serving the insurance industry by providing actuarial consulting and accurate and proven Financial Stability Ratings® (FSRs). FSRs are a leading indicator of the financial stability of a company.

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The Office of Jefferson County Judge was awarded $45,000 from the Facilities for Underdeveloped Neighborhoods (FUN Park) Grant Program administered by the Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism and the Outdoor Recreation Grants Program. Designated to assist rural areas in developing basic neighborhood outdoor recreation facilities, the funding is made available by two sources, the Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and the Arkansas Natural and Cultural Resources Grant & Trust Fund (NCRGTF). The ribbon cutting signifies the beginning of the construction of an accessible pavilion, basketball court, and playground. The ceremony will start the event at 10 a.m.

Judge Holcomb’s Office was also awarded a $292,000 grant from FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security’s Fire Prevention & Safety Grant Program. Judge Holcomb partnered with the volunteer fire departments of the JCMAA and OEM to increase public awareness of fire safety through a smoke alarm campaign. The project consists of door-to-door distribution of smoke alarms as well as home safety inspections conducted by the volunteer fire fighters. $25,000 has gone directly to the departments to compensate their volunteers for their time and mileage expenses.

Fire Extinguisher Sales & Services will have “live fire” fire extinguisher safety demonstrations. Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors will be given to attendees (as long as supplies last).

The event is sponsored by Jefferson County Judge Mike Holcomb, the Jefferson County Mutual Aid Association, and the Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management.

Food and refreshments will be provided.

Sulphur Springs Park is located on Sulphur Springs Road (Highway 54) across the street from the Watson Chapel Volunteer Fire Department Station 1.

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“We are happy to have a new home for the glass house,” says Clark Trim. Gold Sponsors of the Arkansas Flower & Garden Show and Owners of Colonial Wines & Spirits, Clark Trim and Henrick Thostrup make the generous donation of the sunroom.

EcoHouse contacted the Arkansas Sustainable Network for help finding a suitable local garden who needs the structure. “Smells of orange blossoms,” Rodney told them.

Carsten Platz of Ace Glass, already a proponent of local food, donates his time, expertise and equipment for the massive project of disassembly, moving the curved glass room and reconstruction into new forms.

The sunroom will go mostly to Hall High School here in Little Rock for a large educational greenhouse. The gardening program is under the direction of Jonathon M Buford who is hands on helping with the move. Remaining portions of the sunroom will also go to Felder Farm and the Victory Garden Project. Felder Farm is a school farm and educational market garden located at Felder Academy, a Little Rock school for 6th thru 12th grade. The Victory Garden Project is a non-profit urban farm in the Stifft Station neighborhood of Little Rock, Ark., sponsored by the Central Arkansas New Agrarian Society and the Arkansas Sustainability Network.

EcoHouse is an architect and builder of fine custom homes and remodeling in Little Rock area. More information: www.EcoHouseConstruction.com . Contact Rodney Collins, architect at 501 303 4578. Contact Carten Platz, glass installer at 501 766 4740. Contact Jonathan M Buford, educator/farmer at 501 952 1188.

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Powers of Arkansas was presented the award at the banquet hosted by Arkansas Business at the Statehouse Convention Center in downtown Little Rock on Feb. 22, 2011. Over 850 business leaders and associates attended the event honoring businesses, business leaders and non-profit organizations from all over the state. The winners were chosen by a select group of business leaders and executives. Alan Hope, the President and CEO of Powers of Arkansas was also a nominee in the Executive of the Year category.

“I value this award as a testimony to our employees and their hard work and dedication to going above and beyond every day for our customers,” said Alan Hope, President and CEO of Powers of Arkansas. “I also believe that an honor such as this is a testament to our customers and their support and commitment to our company.”

About Powers of Arkansas:
Powers of Arkansas has 120 employees around the state that serve customers ranging from over 35 hospitals including the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and over 75 State and Commercial customers including the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality and over 30 Higher Education campuses including Ouachita Baptist University.

More information online: www.powersar.com .

For more information, and media queries, contact:
Steve Davison
Beechwood Consulting, Inc.
501 425-1528
sdavison52@comcast.net .

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In this new book, Dunbar warns audiences about the serious drug conspiracy laws that are leading to mass incarcerations. And, he speaks from experience because he was charged with conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute cocaine base. During his 10-year stint in Federal prison, he reflected on the act and prepared for his release and future defense.

“Conspired Redemption” is Dunbar’s defense. The book, divided into four parts, takes the reader on one man’s personal journey – a journey that has ultimately led him to reach out to others to ensure that they do not make the same mistakes that he did.

It takes the reader through different mindsets and outlines the behaviors and conspiracies leading to his imprisonment. It discusses his time in prison where he learned how to play chess. He played in the prison yard and was soon beating everyone.

“Other prisoners could not believe that some country boy from Arkansas was taking everyone down,” says Dunbar. “This encouraged me to continue to play during and after prison.”

Dunbar played in tournaments and quickly grasped the many positive concepts that chess represented. He saw value in its ability to build analytical skills and to strengthen memory.

As a result, “Conspired Redemption” is freckled with chess analogies in an effort to communicate how closely life and chess are related.

The book makes an effort to reach out to at-risk kids, kids attending alternative schools, men in prison and parents.

“It all starts at home,” he says. “Your future is tied to your education.”

Conspired Redemption is 276 pages and sells for $15.95. It is available in paperback at ConspiredRedemption.com and Amazon.com.

About the Author:
Today, Keith V. Dunbar has been out of prison for more than three years. He lives with his wife in Arkansas and has turned his life around. He is an entrepreneur, investor and consultant to youth and community organizations. He’s a business major in college with a near perfect GPA and is the president of the Urban Knights Chess Club where he teaches at-risk kids how to play the game. He regularly speaks to African American males about drug conspiracy laws and how to avoid criminal behavior, and ultimately prison.

For more information and to view a book trailer, visit: www.ConspiredRedemption.com.

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STORY REFERENCES: New Book Tells Tale of One Man’s Journey from Drug-Infested Streets and Prison to Entrepreneur, Conspired Redemption, A True Story of Winning in the Game of Life, ISBN 9781453868249, author, Keith V Dunbar, Urban Knights Chess Club, at-risk kids, drug conspiracy laws, avoid criminal behavior, Keith V Dunbar Enterprise LLC, Arkansas

As the previous owner of Airmasters of North Little Rock, Monk brings a lifetime of experience and knowledge to the new business.

“I am pleased to be back on the street working with clients to design and provide solutions for their HVAC needs. My goal is to be known as the company who delivers affordable, dependable and efficient work on time with honesty and integrity,” says James Monk, President of Aircon Experts, Inc.

The new business is located at 4200 Heritage Drive in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Mr. Monk can be contacted at 501 376-7154 or reached by email at jmonk@airconexperts.net .

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Speaker, mom and certified personal coach Cari Kaufman wants women to know there is a way to surround yourself with people who are genuine, sincere and authentic in their love for each other. And it’s not at all complicated!

Cari’s book is filled with personal stories and includes tips and “Take Action” sections at the end of each chapter. In fact, after reading “Living Life with Strings Attached,” you and your gal pals may want to sign the ten point pledge at the back of the book, guaranteeing that you will always have love and support, whatever life may bring.

“Living Life with Strings Attached” has received a great deal of praise. One reader sums it up as follows: “Cari Kaufman has created a fantastic resource for women looking for deep, meaningful friendships. This is one tome that should — and will — be read, savored and given.”

Cari Kaufman is available for speaking engagements and to facilitate retreats worldwide. You may contact her at www.stringsattachedministries.com or 479-372-3886.

BOOK SIGNING: World Garden in Bentonville, AR will be host to Cari’s first book signing on Sunday, March 28, 2010 from 3 – 5 p.m. Come by, have some coffee and visit with Cari!

“Living Life with Strings Attached” is available online at http://stores.lulu.com/carikaufman .

Cari Kaufman is an author, nationally acclaimed professional speaker and founder of Strings Attached Ministries. Her experiences run the gamut from decorated military officer to stay-at-home mom and give her a unique perspective on daily life.

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Arkansas Business produces the annual business awards to honor outstanding companies and non-profits around the state who have excelled and prospered in the previous year. A panel of judges from different disciplines chooses a winner in three business categories based on company size. They also honor a non-profit organization and choose an “executive of the year.”

CustomXM is a family-owned business started in 1966 by Ira and Mary Strack and now run by their son Paul Strack. CustomXM began as a traditional commercial printing concern and has, over the last few years, retooled and rebranded themselves as a provider of cross-media, interactive marketing solutions, as well as a traditional print provider.

“This award is the culmination of the 44 years of work and dedication that my parents have invested in our company and of the work of our most valuable asset: our employees. To receive this level of recognition is also an affirmation of the rebranding and repositioning we embarked upon in the last 5 years. We are also honored to be included in this category with the other fine companies, Fischer Honey, Sells Agency, Legacy Capital Group and Tobi Fairley Interior Designs. We wish them the very best in the future as well,” said Paul Strack, President, CustomXM.

To learn more about CustomXM, visit the website at www.customxm.com .

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