Tue February 21, 2023

By April Lovette

Leadership Nevada County visits the state capitol

Members of the Nevada County Leadership met with Jaime Land, public relations director in the Arkansas Secretary of State's office Thursday afternoon.

Press Release

February 21, 2023

Prescott, Arkansas

Leadership Nevada County held its State Government Session on February 9th in Little Rock. The day started with a visit to the Land Commissioner’s Office. The staff in the State Land Commissioners Office described the process of auctioning land for delinquent taxes in the State.

The group then went on a tour of the capitol that included the Supreme Court and a stop at the State Treasurer's Office. State Treasurer Mark Lowery spoke to the group and they had a photo opportunity to go into the vault holding $600,000.

Senator Steve Crowell then visited with the group about his role in the Senate and different aspects of what the Senate does; he then escorted them to the VIP box to watch the Senate while in session.

After lunch the group visited the Secretary of State’s Office where Jaime Land, the Director of Public Relations Division, spoke to the group and then was able to take a photo with the group.

The group then made their way to the House of Representatives, and they were able to meet and take a photo with Representatives Justin Gonzales and Wade Andrews. This was followed by the class observing the House while in session and being recognized.

They then visited Lt. Governor Leslie Rutledge’s Office, which was followed by a tour of the State Auditor’s Office where they learned of the Great Treasure Hunt.

Following a full day of activities at the Capitol, the Leadership class toured the Clinton Presidential Center and finished up the day with dinner at Benihanas. If you would like to know more about Leadership Nevada County and how to be a part of the next Leadership class, you can call Mary or Tara at the Economic Development Office at 887-6208.

  • Members of the Nevada County Leadership met with Jaime Land, public relations director in the Arkansas Secretary of State's office Thursday afternoon.

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