Nothing “Recess” About August…
To describe the past two weeks as “busy” is an understatement. My schedule has been packed whether it’s meetings in Northwest Arkansas, town halls in Fort Smith and Russellville or meet and greets with constituents in Harrison.
I’ve met with the staffs and toured the facilities of several small businesses in the region, such as Oxane in Van Buren, Ranger Boats in Flippin and Carroll Electric in Berryville – just to name a few. Companies like these are the backbone of our economy and a shining light in job creation. It’s exciting to see what’s happening in our area. But we need more.
I hosted four town halls in nine days entitled, “Putting America Back To Work.” Constituent involvement was rampant at every event with great questions and conversation. That’s what it’s all about. I represent you. I vote for you. And I don’t take that for granted. I cherish my time home because it allows me to hear from you and I wouldn’t trade it for the world.
If you were unable to attend any of the events over the last few days, I’m posting links to pictures, news articles and videos below.
As It Happened...
...Event Pictures (updated continuously)...
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...News…
Womack Hits Entitlements At Town Hall
(Times Record – Jeff Arnold)
Congressman Keeps Eye On Leadership
(Times Record – Peter Urban)
Womack Reflects On Term
(Times Record – Kaia Larsen)
Congressman touts Oxane
(Van Buren Press Argus-Courier – Kenneth Fry)
Womack hosts town hall
(Examiner.com – Matthew Olson)
No fiddlin’ around for Womack; Freshman meets town
(Harrison Daily Times – David Holsted)
...Television…
ABC: LIVE Interview
(KHOG – ABC, Fayetteville/Fort Smith)
CBS: Womack in Town
(KFSM – CBS, Fayetteville/Fort Smith)
ABC: Fort Smith Town Hall
(KHOG – ABC, Fayetteville/Fort Smith)
We Will Never Forget...
This past week, I had the honor of attending the funerals of two Arkansas heroes - USAF Tech SGT. John Brown of Siloam Springs and Navy SEAL Tommy Ratzlaff of Green Forest.
On Saturday, August 6, America lost these two young men along with 28 irreplaceable service members when insurgents shot down a Chinook helicopter over Afghanistan.
My heart breaks for these families. I’ve found over time that words do little to ease the minds of those mourning the loss of a loved one. But I will say this—these are a unique breed of people that would put themselves in harm’s way to defend our flag, country, and freedom. For that, I cannot thank them enough. My thoughts and prayers are, and will continue to be, with their families.
You will never be forgotten for your ultimate sacrifice.
Feel free to check my website for frequent updates on other news stories, pictures and videos. You can also find out how to get connected and share your opinions with me. I always enjoy hearing from folks back at home.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend, and we'll talk again next week.
From the Front…
Steve Womack
U.S. Congressman
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U.S. Congressman
Steve Womack
Serving the Third District of Arkansas
