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Dumas man wins $500,000 in Arkansas lottery scratch-off
One Arkansas lottery player recently won big with a lucky scratch-off ticket he purchased on his way to work. A Dumas resident, identified by the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery only as “Michael R.,” won $500,000 by playing the $20 200X the Win instant game. He claimed his prize at the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) Claim Center on July 19, 2024.
Little Rock VA to Host Virtual Claims Clinic for Arkansas Veterans on July 25
Attention Arkansas Veterans, your monthly virtual VA claims clinic is coming up on Thursday, if you need claim information or need to schedule an appointment, we have the links and numbers you need below. Date and Time: Thursday, July 25, 2024, from 4 - 6 PM. Event Details: Arkansas Veterans...
Bay upgrades water billing system for resident convenience
BAY, Ark. (KAIT) - Residents now have a more convenient way to handle their water payments with the city’s upgraded billing system. The Water and Sewer Office in Bay has relied on the same payment system since the 1990s ′s. Until recently, residents had limited options for paying...
‘We don’t have the luxury of assuming that it’s fake’: Police respond to several swatting calls in short time
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Law enforcement in Craighead County has dealt with several fake calls over the past week. The most recent of these was on Saturday, July 20. when Arkansas State University in Jonesboro received a bomb threat against the library and the student union. Multiple law enforcement agencies...
City of Mountain Home announces property bid opportunity for old fire station
The City of Mountain Home has opened bidding for a unique property at 84 Sunset Drive, currently serving as Fire Department Station 2. Mayor Hillrey Adams announced that sealed bids will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 15, 2024. The property, which could be used for commercial or...
West Memphis School District officially begins search for new superintendent
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — The West Memphis School District is officially beginning its search for a new superintendent Monday, July 22, after the death of Dr. Terrence A. Brown in May, the district's education board announced. Before his death, Brown had been superintendent of the district for less than...
New Dollar General Market now open in Mabelvale
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Mabelvale recently opened its doors to a new Dollar General (DG) Market at 14011 N Sardis Rd., bringing an expanded selection of fresh meats, fruits, and vegetables to the community. To commemorate the grand opening, the company plans to donate 100 new books to a...
West Fork Softball in First State Appearance Takes on Van Meter in 2A Quarterfinal on Tuesday
The West Fork softball team will take a groundbreaking step as a program by playing in their first ever state tournament game against Van Meter in a Class 2A quarterfinal on Tuesday. #8 seed West Fork (18-7) punched their ticket to state with wins over South Hardin, Grundy Center and...
Tyson Foods financial recovery: Turning the tide in 2024
ARKANSAS, USA — The financial recovery of Tyson Foods seems well on its way. The food-producing company in Springdale had a well-documented and forgettable year in 2023, reporting an income loss of $648 million. Tyson Foods reported three negative quarters to end fiscal 2023, the company’s first quarterly losses since 2009.
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New ATU Scholarship Reflects Life of Namesake
When Kenny Newth’s family looked back on his life and wanted to memorialize it in a meaningful way, their minds went to a sport and a university that he loved. The Kenny Newth Endowed Baseball Scholarship will benefit an Arkansas Tech University baseball player each year. The scholarship was...
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