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Congratulations to Jody's Auto Service Centers
A ribbon cutting was held on July 24, 2024 to celebrate Jody's Auto Service Center's 40th anniversary in business and 30th anniversary being located in Van Buren. Jody's Auto Service Centers is your complete one stop automotive car care center. Offering a comprehensive range of automotive services, Jody's ensures that customers don't need to take their vehicles all over town. Their ASE Certified Technicians handle everything from electrical issues and window repairs to engine replacements, brake services, and wheel alignments.
AR: Taber Extrusions to Expand in Russellville with $60 Million Investment, Creating 70 New Jobs
Taber Extrusions is expanding its facility in Russellville, Arkansas, introducing the largest direct extrusion press in North America. The company is investing over $60 million in the expansion and expects to create 70 new jobs. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders joined company executives and state economic development officials for the announcement...
Lawsuit Alleges Racial, Illegal Arrest by Poinsett County Deputies
HARRISBURG, Ark. — A man who claims he was falsely arrested has filed a lawsuit alleging several constitutional and civil rights violations by the sheriff’s department in Poinsett County. The lawsuit was filed on June 25, 2024 in United States District Court, in the Eastern District of Arkansas....
Little Rock School District prepares for first year with new calendar
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The time is now to begin getting your kid ready for another year of school. With a change to the schedule for Little Rock School District, Thursday night was the final board meeting before the first day. LRSD Superintendent Jermall Wright ensures everyone is ready...
Fayetteville School Board allocates .8 million for land, remains deadlocked on junior high school names
Fayetteville School Board Allocates .8 Million for Land, Remains Deadlocked on Junior High School Names. Fayetteville Public Schools has been active in recent months, with several key decisions and initiatives underway. One significant development involves the allocation of .8 million to purchase additional land for the district. This land acquisition...
Community celebrates movie premiere directed by Arkansas native
WYNNE, Ark. (KAIT) - On Thursday, the community of Wynne came to celebrate the premiere of the movie “Walk In The Light,” a creation of Emmy-nominated Director and Arkansas native, Princella Smith. During the event, Smith expressed the enthusiasm and dedication she invested in making this dream a...
Ozarka College unveils new technical center in Ash Flat
Ozarka College recently held its Open House hosted at the Carpenter Technical Center in Ash Flat on Thursday. Ozarka said in a release that the event was “a resounding success, drawing community members eager to explore the college’s cutting-edge facilities and engage with the expert team.”. Participants were...
Shannon Seals Deals: Upstart Little Rock Broker Sees Community Healing in Homeownership
By Arkansas Black Vitality Staff — Shannon Smith, principal broker and owner of SSD Realty Group, recently shared with Arkansas Black Vitality why she entered real estate and what has led her to thrive in the industry. Smith, wife of 17 years to Karoma Smith, is a licensed nurse...
Radio Group Launches Truck Giveaway
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – The Jonesboro Radio Group, operator of six radio stations in the Jonesboro market, announced the beginning of a ten-week promotion, the “Ford Maverick and Money Sweepstakes.”. One lucky person will win a 2024 fully loaded Tremor edition Ford Maverick Truck. The truck...
Mountains, Music and Motorcycles scheduled for Aug. 16-18 in Mountain View
Mountain View is gearing up for the 20th anniversary of the Mountains, Music, and Motorcycles festival, which will be held on the town square from Aug. 16 to 18. The event brings together motorcycle enthusiasts and music lovers for a weekend of entertainment, games, and contests. According to a release...
Commission clarifies nonresident deer dog regulations, early archery hunt
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission today approved a dozen clarifications to regulations passed during May’s Commission meeting. While most changes were simple clarifications in wording, four changes may affect hunters during upcoming deer and turkey seasons. The first change was the reinstatement of...
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