Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Hallie Shoffner visited Mountain Home Saturday as she campaigns for the November election against sitting Republican Senator Tom Cotton.
The day included a stop at the Food Bank of North Central Arkansas for a meeting of the Democratic Party of Baxter County. Shoffner also met with local leaders like Mountain Home Mayor Hillrey Adams who gave a tour of the nearly completed Aquatic and Community Center.
The 6th generation delta farmer spoke with KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News about what her message is for voters in Baxter County who voted 73% for the Republican ticket in the last Presidential election.
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Growing up in North East Arkansas Shoffner took over the family farm 10 years ago when her father became ill. The farm was shuttered last year as rising costs and expenses risked the family losing their home.
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Shoffner shared her thoughts on food insecurity in the state.
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Rural hospitals like Baxter Health in Mountain Home are facing financial challenges as Medicare reimbursements have not kept up with rising healthcare costs.
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Shoffner spoke on the current state of education in Arkansas and giving power to teachers.
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Mountain Home’s ability to work together to complete a project like the new aquatic center to Shoffner was an example of what national politics should return to.
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The 2026 General Election will be held November 3.
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