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Canfor CEO retires, replacement named
John Baird, chairman of the Canfor Corporation Board of Directors, said Monday, July 22, 2024 that Don Kayne, president and chief executive officer, plans to retire at the end of the year. Kayne has been with Canfor for 46 years and has held his current post since 2011. Under his...
Paragould Municipal Utilities deploys XGS-PON with Harmonic
Paragould Municipal Utilities in Arkansas has selected Harmonic's industry-leading cOS broadband platform for high-speed fiber broadband delivery. Harmonic's cOS virtualized core software and Pier optical line terminal (OLT) shelf will simplify Paragould's migration from GPON to XGS-PON, empowering the delivery of reliable, symmetric multigigabit connectivity to the local community. Paragould...
UA Little Rock Welcomes New Donaghey Scholars to Campus
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is welcoming 25 new and talented students to the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program for the 2024-25 academic year. The new cohort of Donaghey Scholars represent the best and brightest students at UA Little Rock. Members receive a financial package that covers full tuition and fees, a stipend, financial assistance for a study abroad program, a housing subsidy, and a new laptop. The program is run by Dr. Simon Hawkins, director, and Dr. Jessica Scott, associate director.
$1 Million bond given to Jonesboro man
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 23, 2024 – During a traffic stop conducted by JPD on Saturday, 44-year-old Andres Garcia was found to be in possession of drugs and firearms. Additionally, he was wanted in three different states for human trafficking and other charges. The report...
Czechs want to buy 200 Hellfire missiles -- warhead made in Camden
A Camden defense plant may share in a $138.26 million deal with the Czech Republic. The State Department said on Monday, July 23, 2024 that it approved the possible foreign military sale to the Czech Republic of Hellfire missiles and advanced Precision Kill Weapon System and related elements of logistics and program support for that amount.
Jonesboro men involved in Missouri fatal crash
PEMISCOT COUNTY, Mo. (KAIT) - A Jonesboro man suffered minor injuries in a crash that claimed another man’s life. Missouri State Highway Patrol reported the crash happened at 11:47 p.m. Sunday, July 21, on Interstate 55 near the 25.6 mile marker in Pemiscot County. According to the crash report,...
Current Knowledge and Uncertainties Regarding the Development of 2,700 Acres in Benton County
Walton Group Acquires 2,700 Acres for Future Development in Bella Vista. Blue Crane, a real estate company owned by Walmart heirs Tom and Steuart Walton, has closed a deal to purchase approximately 2,700 acres of undeveloped land in Bella Vista. The acquisition includes development rights from Cooper Communities, which will continue to manage its commercial and residential investments in the area. Bella Vista, known for its strong cycling and outdoor recreation tradition, is poised for significant changes in the future.
WMSD’s supt. search underway as summer break comes to close
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (WMC) - Almost a week before students return to the classrooms from summer break, the West Memphis School District’s search for a new superintendent is now underway. West Memphis Board President Dr. Kimberly Wolfe, who is leading the search for a new superintendent, says the role...
Schools face student inattention amid lingering pandemic effects
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) reports that in the 2023-2024 school years, about one-quarter of public schools say a lack of focus or inattention from students harm learning. Little Rock School District Principal Pamela Dial says McDermott Elementary hears reports from teachers that affirm...
'A calling.' New LeMoyne-Owen President Christopher Davis reflects on past, talks plans for HBCU
When Christopher Davis was an elementary schooler in Proctor, Arkansas, his teacher asked him to come to the front of the class and say his times tables. Smiling, he said, “one times one is one, one times two is two, one times three is three.” His classmates laughed. Obviously, this wasn’t what his...
PHOTOS: Campers take aim during archery academy in Bentonville
Campers Focus on Archery Skills at The Quiver in Bentonville. Campers gathered at The Quiver in Bentonville to hone their archery skills, immersing themselves in a day of intense practice and fun. Under the guidance of experienced coach Jana Stout, participants like Hannah Craig worked diligently to master their aim, facing new challenges head-on.
Arkansas Air Museum to offer flights on historic WWII plane
A unique opportunity to experience a bit of history is coming up in Fayetteville next month. The Arkansas Air Museum will offer locals a chance to tour, and even a brief flight, in the historic C-47A Skytrain troop carrier “That’s All Brother’ that carried 101st Airborne Division paratroopers into France at the start of the D-Day invasion in 1944 at a special event coming up Aug. 3-4.
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...
Arkansas baseball: A way-too-early prediction for the Razorbacks 2025 Opening Day lineup
FAYETTEVILLE — The Arkansas baseball roster is coming into focus with the MLB Draft in the rear-view mirror, and there are no shortage of questions for the Razorbacks. Fortunately for coach Dave Van Horn, those questions are built out of depth and options instead of trying to find replacements. The Hogs had...
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...
Catholic church in Hartford continues to get vandalized
HARTFORD, ARKANSAS, Ark. — Over the last few weeks St. Leo's Church in Sebastian County has been vandalized three different times. Parishioner Guy Dickinson said he found the first damage a few weeks ago. "I came up on Saturday, a couple of weeks ago ... When I pulled in,...
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