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Bailey Library joins Oberlin Group of Libraries
Bailey Library Makes History as First in Arkansas to Join Oberlin Group of Libraries. Hendrix College’s Olin C. Bailey Library has become the first library in Arkansas to earn the prestigious affiliation with the Oberlin Group of Libraries. This accomplishment solidifies the library’s position among top-tier liberal arts colleges, reflecting the high quality of education provided at Hendrix College.
Grand Prairie Quilt Society holds meeting
The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met July 7 at the fellowship hall of the First Christian Church in Stuttgart for their Sit n' Sew with seven members present. The leader opened the meeting with the Thought for the Day: "Sure, a day without quilting probably won't kill me, but why risk it?"
Arkansas secretary of agriculture asks attorney general to investigate possible Chinese ownership of Sebastian County business
Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward is asking Attorney General Tim Griffin to investigate a Sebastian County business for Chinese government ties.
Arkansas Lottery Player Wins $500K via Scratch-Off Ticket
The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) has handed a significant prize to yet another lucky winner. According to the lottery, Michael R, of Dumas, has won $500,000 playing the $20 200X the Win instant game. Michael Won the Game’s Top Prize. The winning ticket, according to lottery officials, was sold...
Arkansas court orders state to count signatures collected by volunteers for abortion-rights measure
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The Arkansas Supreme Court on Tuesday night ordered the state to begin counting signatures submitted in favor of putting an abortion-rights measure on the ballot — but only ones collected by volunteers for the proposal’s campaign. The one-page order from the majority-conservative court left uncertainty about the future of the proposed ballot measure. Justices stopped short of ruling on whether to allow a lawsuit challenging the state’s rejection of petitions for the measure to go forward. The court gave the state until 9 a.m. Monday to perform an initial count of the signatures from volunteers. Election officials on July 10 said Arkansans for Limited Government, the group behind the measure, did not properly submit documentation regarding signature gatherers it hired.
Arkansas fire departments express concerns over potential OSHA rule change | 'It would be a huge impact'
SEBASTIAN COUNTY, Ark — A new proposed Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirement could greatly impact rural and volunteer fire departments in Arkansas. The proposed rule is called the Emergency Response Standard and "would address a broader scope of emergency responders and would include programmatic elements to protect...
Stuttgart’s Grand Prairie Farmers Market among Arkansas Department of Agriculture Arkansas Farmers Market Promotion Program recipients
LITTLE ROCK, AR – The Arkansas Department of Agriculture (Department) is pleased to announce the grant recipients of the ninth annual Arkansas Farmers Market Promotion Program. This program, which is administered by the Department and funded by the Farm Credit Associations of Arkansas, provides funding assistance to build awareness for farmers markets and their vendors.
West Memphis School District begins new school year amid ongoing search for superintendent
WEST MEMPHIS, Arkansas — The West Memphis School District will enter the 2024-2025 school year without a permanent superintendent on board. The district finished the 2023-2024 school year with the sudden death of Dr. Terrance Brown and the naming of Willie Harris as the interim school superintendent. Harris will...
Wynne School District introduces Smart Slice pizza options for students
WYNNE — Students in the Wynne School District will have a new daily pizza option at lunch this school year. The Wynne School District’s Child Nutrition Department has partnered with Domino’s Smart Slice program for the 2024-2025 school year. Students at Wynne Junior High and Wynne High...
Arkansas Man With Texarkana Ties to Compete on Food Network
An Arkansas man will be competing on the hit TV show Beat Bobby Flay on the Food Network on Thursday, 25, at 8 PM and streaming on Discovery + and Max. Texarkana Arkansas High School Alumni Becky Sullivan Elliot is planning on watching her son Josh Elliott compete on the popular cooking show.
Peake alumni present Rosenwald School resolution
Dr. Patricia Wright spoke on behalf of the Peake High School Alumni Foundation during a recent Arkadelphia Board of Education meeting. Wright read to the Board and those in attendance a concurrent resolution that was passed by the Arkansas General Assembly in April 2024. The resolution recognizes Ralph Wilcox of...
Maumelle unveils new playground designed for children of all abilities
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — The city of Maumelle is set to dedicate its new all-inclusive playground later this week. The Lake Valencia Play and Splash Park playground is designed to provide a safe and engaging environment for children of all abilities, catering to a wide range of physical and sensory needs.
Muldrow woman is named to U.S. Marshals Museum board
The United States Marshals Museum in Fort Smith, Ark. has announced an additions to its board leadership effective July 1, 2024. Jamie Moore of Muldrow has reportedly joined the board roster. Moore is a long-time resident of the Fort Smith and Eastern Oklahoma area, having served on a number of...
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