Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce

06/23/2026

Go ahead and make your Thursday plans now. 🎶

The Levitt AMP Batesville Concert Series continues this Thursday, June 25, with Copper Flats in Downtown Batesville.

Grab dinner, get a blue cup, bring a chair, and enjoy another free night of live music on Main Street.

Concert starts at 6 p.m. See you there!

06/23/2026

The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate Gallery 246’s move to its new home at 231 E. Main Street in downtown Batesville. The event will take place on Thursday, June 25, at 1 p.m.

Gallery 246 is a cooperative art gallery featuring work by over 25 local artists and artisans. Visitors will find a wide range of fine art, handcrafted jewelry, woodcrafts, and other unique pieces that showcase the creativity of artists from the region.
Gallery 246 is a cooperative art gallery that features work from over 25 local artists and artisans. Visitors will find a wide range of fine art, handcrafted jewelry, woodcrafts, and other unique pieces that showcase the creativity of artists from the region.

This move is an exciting new chapter for the gallery. Gallery 246 remains committed to being a lively spot for art lovers and to supporting local artists in downtown Batesville.

“We are thrilled to open the doors to our beautiful new space and continue our journey on Main Street,” said Jean Larson on behalf of Gallery 246. “Downtown Batesville has been an incredible home for our gallery, and remaining on Main Street allows us to stay connected to the community that has supported us from the beginning. This new location provides a welcoming environment to showcase the remarkable work of our artists and create even more opportunities for residents and visitors to experience local art.”

Gallery representatives noted that the move allows for expanded display space and a fresh setting to highlight the gallery’s artists while contributing to downtown Batesville's continued vitality.

The celebration also gives a sneak peek of Gallery 246’s community Open House, happening on Friday, June 26, from 4 to 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to tour the new space, meet the artists, and celebrate the gallery’s ongoing presence in downtown Batesville.

The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce congratulates Gallery 246 on its new location and invites everyone to stop by, explore the gallery, and support the talented artists featured there.

For more information about Gallery 246, call 870-262-8066 or visit gallery246.com.

06/23/2026

Every great adventure starts with a mission. 🕷️

The Amazing KQuest is a FREE countywide kindergarten kickoff event that helps incoming students and families feel ready, excited, and supported before the first day of school.

Families will connect with helpful resources, pick up school supplies, grab books, complete KQuest missions, and enjoy a fun evening at the Batesville Community Center + Aquatics Park.

📅 Tuesday, July 21, 2026
⏰ 5–7 p.m.
📍 Batesville Community Center + Aquatics Park

Let the KQuest begin!

06/23/2026

Did someone say Scooter's Coffee? 🙌☕️🧋😃 And a GREAT cause? Get your caffeine fix and support the Arkansas Sheriffs' Youth Ranches TODAY!!

06/22/2026

The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce has enjoyed working with Ava Rose as its summer intern. Ava is about to start her senior year at Lyon College, where she studies economics and finance. She has built her academic foundation through a wide-ranging liberal arts education that includes business courses.

Ava chose this internship to get real-world experience in economic and business development. She has taken part in the chamber’s events and programs, helping to support the local economy, tourism, and member involvement.

"My parents have always inspired me to explore different areas of the business world so I can discover a career that is both fulfilling and rewarding," Ava said. "The chamber has been a wonderful place to get involved, build knowledge, and think more clearly about my future goals and next steps."

"We are thrilled to welcome Ava to the team," said Crystal Johnson, Chamber CEO. "We take our responsibility seriously in developing the next generation of business leaders, and we're excited to see Ava grow this summer."

Internships are important for young people because they connect what students learn in class with real-world experience. They help students gain practical skills, build confidence, explore different careers, and make professional connections. Studies show that internships make it easier for students to find jobs and move from college into the workforce.

When she is not at her internship, Ava likes spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and listening to music. She is excited about starting her senior year at Lyon College and the new opportunities it will bring.

For more information about the chamber, contact 870-793-2378 or visit www.batesvillearea.com.

06/22/2026

The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting for Adoration Home Health to mark the company’s new name and ownership. The event also highlighted the company’s ongoing dedication to caring for patients across North Central Arkansas.

The company was previously known as Amedisys Home Health and is now called Adoration Home Health, part of BrightSpring Health Services. Even with the new name, the local team remains focused on providing high-quality, caring support to patients at home.

Adoration Home Health, located at 2236 Harrison Street in Batesville, offers skilled nursing, physical therapy, and occupational therapy. They are also adding speech therapy and certified nursing assistants to their services. The team serves patients in a 10-county area, reaching communities from Mammoth Spring and Pocahontas to Walnut Ridge, Hoxie, Newport, Bald K**b, and Melbourne.

"We're very excited about this new adventure," said Cheyenne Cairns of Adoration Home Health. "While we've transitioned from Amedisys Home Health to Adoration Home Health, we're still providing the same trusted local care in people's homes. Our team is passionate about serving the communities we love and helping patients maintain their independence and quality of life."

Rachel, who works with Adoration Home Health, spoke about how important home-based healthcare is for thearea’'s growing senior population: "Our services include in-home nursing care, medication management, wound care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other specialized services designed to help patients recover and thrive at home," she said. "We are proud of the outcomes we achieve and the care we provide for families throughout the region."

Adoration Home Health has about 30 clinicians and office staff who care for patients across the region. If you want to learn more about their services, you can call the Batesville office at (870) 793-1483 or visit adorationhealth.com.

06/22/2026

Check out the Chamber Weekly newsletter for the week of 06.22.26!

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06/22/2026

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