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Duke Women’s Golfers Set for Events in Finland, Pennsylvania & Arkansas this Week
Four Duke women's golfers are set to compete in different events this week, with Anna Cañado Espinal in Finland, Rylie Heflin in Pennsylvania, and Katie Li and Emma McMyler in Arkansas. Cañado Espinal will compete in the European Ladies' Amateur Championship in Finland from July 24-27. Heflin will...
Free back-to-school vaccine clinic scheduled
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The Craighead County Health Unit, 611 E. Washington Ave. in Jonesboro, will host a free back-to-school vaccine clinic from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 30. “We want Craighead County students to stay healthy during the school year, and getting vaccinations is the best line...
Red Wolves get commit from Missouri lefty
Mr. No-hitter has committed to the Arkansas State Red Wolves. Lee's Summit (Mo.) West left-handed pitcher Jake Riggin committed to Arkansas State. He is ranked No. 115 in the state's senior class. "An old teammate of mine (had that) nickname for me,'' said Riggin. "I threw 2 no-hitters in my...
Power restored for 1,000+ people in Jonesboro
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Power has been restored for one part of Jonesboro. According to City Water and Light’s outage map, around 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, there were 1,088 people without power in the area surrounding the intersection of Harrisburg Road and Red Wolf Boulevard. The outages...
ASBTDC to offer free consulting sessions in August
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release) - Helping future entrepreneurs realize their dreams of owning a business, the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center (ASBTDC) at Arkansas State University will offer four opportunities in August. ASBTDC provides one-to-one confidential guidance to business owners and entrepreneurs. Primary areas of assistance include...
Man dies in motorcycle crash during pursuit
TEXARKANA, Ark. (KSLA) - Three motorcyclists led Arkansas police on a chase that resulted in the death of one of the drivers. On July 21 at 1:02 a.m., the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department (TAPD) began a traffic stop on three motorcycles in the 3600 block of Arkansas Boulevard. The motorcycles immediately began to flee from the officers and a pursuit began.
UAPB receives 2 new coaches
Tom Manley and Ty Gatson have joined the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff football coaching staff. UAPB announced Friday that Manley has been named running backs coach and special teams coordinator and that Gatson is the new tight ends coach and recruiting coordinator. Manley spent the last two seasons...
Welcome back Mr. Pendergrass! MH School Board makes its decision on appointment
The Mountain Home Public School Board unanimously voted to appoint recently retired board member Neal Pendergrass to fill a vacated position during their meeting on Thursday night. Pendergrass will serve until the spring election in May 2025. The decision came after an extensive interview process with multiple candidates: Cheyla Leaming,...
Boil Water Order Issued for Strawberry, Arkansas
STRAWBERRY, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) has issued a boil water order for the entire Strawberry Waterworks system, effective Thursday. The order comes in response to concerns about an “inadequate disinfectant level” detected in the water system serving the town of Strawberry, located in Lawrence County.
Rain is back in the forecast through the next couple of days
July 22, 2024: Batesville will experience partly cloudy skies throughout the day. Expect temperatures to range from a low of 68°F in the morning to a high of 88°F in the afternoon. There’s a slight chance of a brief afternoon shower, but most of the day will remain dry. Humidity will be moderate, making it feel warm but not excessively muggy.
United Way hoping to collect school supplies for local students in its Fill the Bus campaign
FORT SMITH, Ark. — The start of another school year is getting closer. For a lot of parents, it can be very difficult to buy all the needed back-to-school supplies. For 20 years, the United Way has spearheaded the Fill the Bus campaign. "This is a partnership with our...
City of Warren’s Sanitation Department Showcases New Signage on Boom Loader Truck
WARREN, Ark. – As Saline River Chronicle reported not long ago, the City of Warren’s Sanitation Department recently upgraded its fleet with the addition of a boom loader truck, now proudly displaying new signage to inform residents of its services. The back trailer of the truck is emblazoned with the message: “JUNK PICK-UP, HELP KEEP WARREN CLEAN, 870-226-5860.”
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