Current Events


ARMISTICE REMEMBRANCE DAY FOR PEACE ANTHOLOGY, NOVEMBER 11, 2026

Compiled by Dick Bennett for a Culture of Peace, Justice,  Ecology, and Democracy What’s at Stake:  The First World War ended in November 1918 when an armistice between Germany and the Allies was declared at the “eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month,” marking a moment of hope and the promise of peace. For many years, this day served as a powerful reminder of the horrors of war and a collective vow of “War No More.” This is still the case in some countries. In 1954, the U.S. Congress redefined this national holiday as “Veterans Day,” thus […]


After the Election

Some experts are saying Trump and his buddies will do anything to stay in power and out of prison. Others feel democracy still has enough safeguards that he won’t be allowed to damage the election system. So who’s right? And what happens next? That’s the big question. Indivisible says don’t get caught off-guard. Be ready for the worst! Volunteer with the Election Protection Coalition It’s not too late! Volunteers are still needed in many states, sign up today to help protect voters in your area on election day. What We Can Do: Our Plan to Push Back Hands Off Our […]


RIDES TO THE POLES

Here’s a place you can help. WashCo Dems. Lara Frala. We are starting to organize Rides to the Polls. If you want to get involved with helping people with transportation issues go vote, please contact Hershel Hartford, Vice Chair, hrhartford@gmail.com 479-799-9691. He will be in charge of organizing volunteers and setting up routes. You can also share his information if anyone you know needs help. Thank you, Laura Frala, Volunteer Coordinator 479-466-3821 Volunteers@washcodemocrats.com

RIDES TO THE POLES

Election Recommendations on Ballot Issues this election

Not from Omni Center, but from Leslie Oelsner, an honest, progressive friend, who researches the topics relentlessly before she shares them. Hello friends,                                                         Here’s my voting recommendations for our upcoming November 3rd CRUCIAL election, and sources of information about voting. Let’s help make an astounding blue wave in Arkansas!!                                          (*As always, let me know if you want to get off my list.*)                                           Remember to make a plan to vote, and to have the ID you need.  From the website of the Arkansas Secretary of State:  Here’s a link to that website if you need additional info on voting rules. https://www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/voter-information/voter-registration-information/voting-in-arkansas#:~:text=The election official […]

Sample Ballot

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No Kings Vote-Early Fiesta

Sat Oct 17 – 10:00 am-12:00 pm – Walter Turnbow Park at Shiloh Square, 106 W. Emma Ave, Springdale How to prepare for the Event Register Here: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/966594/ There should be plenty of parking in the general area, both street side and parking lots. Check your voter registration, ballot, and voting center → (https://www.voterview.ar-nova.org/voterview) Check you sample ballot by entering your name and birthday at the link above, and Voter View will find your precise ballot to review. It’s not top-of-page though. They make you hunt a bit but the information is there. Invite neighbors and friends → Triple your […]


Planting Seeds For the Future We Want

Omni Members and Friends Gathering 2026 Sunday October 24, 6:00 pm Miller Hall, Mt. Sequoyah New date for the annual Omni Members and Friends Gathering. Put Sunday Oct 24 on your calendar, friends. Lasagna dinner, somewhat like before covid. If you’d like to contribute a lasagna this year call or text Gladys at 479-283-2167. Remember – lasagna donors get in for no charge and collect very good karma ! But put October 24 on your calendar anyway.

Members and Friends Gathering

Sample Ballot

Sample Ballot to review before Election Day

Please share the following website. It offers a way to check your voter registration status, register to vote, and see where to vote on which date. In addition most locations will show you a ballot to review. https://www.vote411.org About Vote411.org Launched by the League of Women Voters Education Fund (LWVEF) in October of 2006, VOTE411.org is a “one-stop-shop” for election related information. It provides nonpartisan information to the public with both general and state-specific information on important aspects of the election process.