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Bis-Centennial: Harding University Celebrates 100 Years with New Programs, Energy
Early on, Harding University looked like a bad bet to survive. From humble beginnings in 1924 with 75 students, Harding resulted from the merger of two small junior colleges in Morrilton. As a Southern drought raged and with no wealthy philanthropists to provide support, the school did not seem long for closure.
Parkin Rural Water Association seeking funds for pipeline repairs after bridge collapse
PARKIN — The Parkin Rural Water Association is seeking funding for permanent repairs to a pipeline that was damaged when a Highway 42 bridge across the St. Francis River near Coldwater in Cross County collapsed last month. Water was restored on a temporary basis shortly after the June 28...
Sunny’s Stir Fry set to open on College Avenue
A new Chinese restaurant that has been in the works for a little over a year will open soon in central Fayetteville. The new restaurant, called Sunny’s Stir Fry, will be located in the building at 2335 N. College Ave., in the space formerly home to Best Sports. The...
Opportunity Knocks: EY Custom Homes Builds Affordable, Modern and Contemporary Homes
EY Custom Homes recently celebrated its third year, but Erica York already has more than a decade of commercial and residential construction and renovation experience under her belt. From the job site to the office, York has handled projects at every stage, making waves in a male-dominated industry with her fresh, contemporary style inspired by high-end zip codes.
Thaden School announces new location for lower school campus in Bentonville
The Thaden School announced Thursday (July 18) the site for its new Lower School campus, which will be located on 10th and Benton St., directly south of the current Thaden School campus in Bentonville. The expansion will include the renovation of the previous Olivet offices and surrounding grounds, adding five...
ALAN urges industry to participate in logistics survey
For anyone who has ever wanted to donate to a good cause, without dipping into their own funds, there is a way. The American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) is benefitting from a collaborative survey involving Georgia College, Mississippi State University and the University of Central Arkansas have opened the 33rd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends survey .
Arkadelphia’s new band director brings 34 years of experience
Arkadelphia Public Schools announced its new director of bands, Texas native Larry Brown. The district said this week in a social media post that Brown brings 34 years of teaching experience to the position. Throughout his career he has taught both middle school and high school bands at 3C, 4A, 5A and 6A classifications, and his students have achieved recognition for excellence in the areas of marching, concert, sight-reading, jazz band, medium ensemble, color guard, winter guard and drumline at the region, state and national levels.
Man pleads guilty to first-degree murder of Lee County 5-year-old
LEE COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — One man has now pleaded guilty to the first-degree murder and first-degree battery for his involvement in the 2022 death of a 5-year-old Lee County boy. According to reports, 34-year-old Nathan Bridges was sentenced to 60 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections. Reports...
Arvest Bank offers tips to help small businesses mitigate financial fraud
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release) - Fraud impacts businesses across the country every day, causing significant financial losses and reputational damage. Small businesses are especially vulnerable because of the lack of resources needed for sophisticated fraud detection solutions. Arvest Bank is offering small businesses tips on mitigating financial fraud through...
Arkansas' Luke Hasz looks to build on fantastic freshman start
Sophomore tight end Luke Hasz was on his way to having a stellar year for Arkansas in 2023 until he broke his collarbone in the fifth week of the season against the Texas A&M Aggies on the opening drive. Despite missing the rest of the season, he was named to The Athletic's Midseason Freshman All-America team after catching 16 passes for 253 yards (15.8 avg.) with three touchdowns.
Slim Chickens to open Mountain Home doors on July 31
Slim Chickens, a fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in fresh chicken dishes, is expanding its presence in Arkansas with a new location in Mountain Home. The restaurant, located at 2534 Hwy 62 E, is scheduled to open on July 31st, marking another milestone in the brand’s growth across the state and nation.
Tech Tidbits: Retirement of an ATU Basketball Legend
It was a routine April day in 2003 when Coach Joe Foley walked into the sports information office at Arkansas Tech University and sat down. He was mulling an offer to leave behind the renowned women’s basketball powerhouse at Arkansas Tech and accept leadership of what was then a beleaguered program at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
UAPB sees 65 percent increase in applications for fall semester
As the upcoming school year approaches at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff school administrators say they're seeing a rise in applications and it's something the university says they haven't seen in the past decade.
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