Arcare Holds Ribbon-Cutting at the Cyclone Health Clinic, Expanding Access to Care in Russellville
RUSSELLVILLE, ARK. (September 23, 2026) — Arcare held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Cyclone Health Clinic in Russellville on September 23, 2026, celebrating its commitment to expanding access to affordable, high-quality healthcare in Russellville and surrounding communities.
Located at 1475 S. Detroit Ave., the Cyclone Health Clinic, a school-based health center open to both students and the public, provides primary care, acute sick visits, acute testing (flu, COVID, RSV, UTI, and strep), preventive care and checkups, immunizations, medication management, and behavioral health services, further strengthening Arcare’s mission to deliver comprehensive care and improve health outcomes across Arkansas and beyond.
The clinic is located on the Oakland Heights Elementary School campus and is also open to the public Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. As with all Arcare clinics, patients can be seen for care regardless of insurance or the ability to pay, making care accessible and convenient. Ellie Huffine, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, who serves as the clinic provider, brings more than a decade of healthcare experience, having worked as a nursing assistant, medical secretary, registered nurse, and charge nurse before becoming a provider. She specializes in caring for patients of all ages and brings a strong commitment to serving the residents of Russellville and the surrounding areas.
Arcare operates the Cyclone Health Clinic through a partnership with the Russellville School District, expanding healthcare access to students and the greater Russellville community. As a school-based health center, the clinic provides accessible, high-quality physical and behavioral health care on campus, serving as a resource for wellness, early intervention, and prevention to support student health and academic success.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by Russellville School District leadership and staff, Cyclone Health Clinic staff, Arcare leadership, and members of the Russellville community. The event included remarks from Arcare and Russellville School District leaders, clinic tours, and light refreshments, celebrating the clinic’s role in caring for Russellville families.
Residents will also have access to Arcare’s nearby locations, including the rheumatology clinic in Russellville and the medical clinic and pharmacy in Atkins, ensuring seamless, coordinated care throughout the region.
For more information about services or to schedule an appointment, call 479-396-4826 or visit www.arcare.net.
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About Arcare
Founded in 1986, Arcare is a medical network striving to fulfill its “Health for All” mission by specializing in primary care, behavioral health, chronic disease care, pharmaceutical care, and insurance. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Arcare is able to care for every patient regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. For more information, visit www.arcare.net.
About Cyclone Health Clinic
The Cyclone Health Clinic is a school-based health center dedicated to the health and wellness of Russellville School District students. The clinic is also open to the public, so community members can be seen as well. For more information, visit www.rsdk12.net/page/health-clinic.
