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Japan eyes Northwest Arkansas' culinary scene
Japan's state minister of agriculture, forestry and fisheries sees promise in future trade with Arkansas, even if only in small bites.Why it matters: Minister Norikazu Suzuki's purview includes not only rice, but also rural tourism, and the country's culturally significant, globally influential cuisine.State of play: Suzuki and his entourage toured Northwest Arkansas last week with Phil Libin, a co-founder of the virtual restaurant Bentoville and CEO of All Turtles, and Hitoshi Hokamura of All Turtles.Through an interpreter, Suzuki told Axios his team decided to visit NWA because of its growth trajectory and the potential business opportunities between his ministry and...
Bobby Petrino's three best play calls in Arkansas football's rout over UAPB
LITTLE ROCK — It was a historic performance for the Arkansas football offense in Bobby Petrino's second debut with the program. The Razorbacks (1-0) scored touchdowns on all 10 possessions Thursday night in a 70-0 win over UAPB. The rout marked the fifth-highest margin of victory in school history and, according to the ESPN broadcast, no offense in the last 20 years had scored touchdowns on its first 10 drives. ...
NAEC remembers employees 20 years after fatal accident
Saturday marks the 20th anniversary of one of the Twin Lakes Area’s most tragic accidents. It was Aug. 31, 2004, when four employees of North Arkansas Electric Cooperative were injured in an explosion at the Baxter substation, and three would later succumb to their injuries. Desi Jones, Ivey Hodge,...
'You can be brave': Alma High School celebrates 60 years of integration
ALMA, Ark. — Before the annual Alma and Van Buren Battle of the Bone football game, Alma celebrated a group of students who were the first black students to attend the high school. On Sept. 8, 1964, the Alma School Board voted to integrate Alma High School, grades 7th...
Clark County Fair Pageant entry deadline is Tuesday
The 2024 Clark County Fair Pageant and Talent Contest will be held Saturday, Sept. 7, at 6 p.m. at Arkansas Hall on the campus of Henderson State University. Email beverlyquillin@gmail.com for more information.
Little Rock, AR – Heavy Rain Expected Across Arkansas Saturday
Little Rock, AR – Arkansas residents should prepare for a wet and warm Saturday as rain chances increase throughout the afternoon, leading into the evening with high temperatures expected to reach the upper 80s to near 90 degrees. The National Weather Service in Little Rock advises that rain chances will decrease overnight into Saturday morning, but showers and storms are likely to redevelop later in the day.
UA Texarkana LPN graduates achieve 100% pass rate
The class of 2023 University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana, Texarkana campus, Licensed Practical Nursing graduates achieved a 100% first-attempt pass rate on the NCLEX board exam. The national average pass rate for all candidates is 89.82%. Jessica Schroader, UAHT LPN Director, said the success of LPN students at the college is...
Razorback Defense shines, gets the first shutout since 2018
LITTLE ROCK — An outmanned UAPB Golden Lion offense was no match for the Razorback defense that went out and proved they are improved with a 70-0 shutout Thursday night in War Memorial Stadium. It was three and out for the UA Pine Bluff offense, the first three possessions...
White Hall officers exposed to drugs in arrest
Two White Hall police officers were taken to the hospital and later released after apparently being exposed to fentanyl during an arrest early Thursday. Five occupants of a vehicle that had been stopped were taken into custody. In a probable cause affidavit, provided to the Jefferson County prosecuting attorney's office,...
Texarkana Water customers to see upgrade to water meters
TEXARKANA (KSLA) - Texarkana, Ark. and Texas city leaders have approved an $18 million upgrade for Texarkana Water Utilities (TWU). The improvements will change the way water meters are read. “We are going to put in an Itron cellular-based meter infrastructure system,” said Gary Smith, director of TWU. Smith...
The historical significance of Arkansas' big offensive night
The UAPB Golden Lions were severely outmanned in Thursday night's 70-0 loss to Arkansas in Little Rock, but Bobby Petrino made quite a statement in his return to the Razorback sideline. Arkansas' offense broke a program record by scoring on all ten of its possessions and reached 70 points for the first time in ten years despite playing 10-minute quarters in the second half.
Benton Panthers honor beloved fan Freddie Rhinehart in season opener
BENTON, Ark. (KATV) — The Benton Panthers kicked off their football season with the Salt Bowl against rival, Bryant Hornets. Head Coach Brad Harris said they have a solid team going into the season with many veteran players coming back from last season but there will be one team member missing, Benton’s number one fan Freddie Rhinehart.
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