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Walk Across Arkansas kicks off September 9 in Cross County
WYNNE — The Walk Across America campaign will be held in Arkansas in September and that includes Cross County. “We’re not just focusing on walking, any physical activity. So if you’re out in the garden, that counts,” said Mattie Ricker, Family and Consumer Science Agent for the Cross County Extension Office in Wynne. “Cross County has a 73% obesity rate and the State of Arkansas is 71%. I kind of started there and said let’s get under the state percentage because we don’t want to be above it.
RiceTec Celebrates 25 Years of Hybrid Rice in The United States
Alvin, TX (August 15, 2024) – Over 300 stakeholders gathered in Harrisburg, AR on August 7 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of hybrid rice in the United States. This milestone event highlighted the profound influence of hybrid rice on sustainable agriculture and the economy. Since its founding, RiceTec has...
Man and woman shot to death in El Dorado
El Dorado Police are investigating an apparently deliberate ramming of a motorcycle and a shooting that left two people dead about 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Jaylen Robinson, 27, and Kinley Hansen, 21, were on a motorcycle on East Hillsboro, east of the railroad overpass, when it was struck by a passing vehicle. They were shot after the motorcycle crashed – Robinson was hit by several shots and Hansen was struck once.
Enter for a chance to win tickets for up to seven upcoming Walmart AMP shows
The Walmart AMP in Rogers, Arkansas, is gearing up for another thrilling season of concerts and events. With a range of performances lined up, here are some essential details to ensure you make the most of your experience. Plan Ahead: Ticketing and Interpretation Services. When purchasing tickets, make sure to...
Newark native named Volunteer of the Year by Alzheimer’s Arkansas
Alzheimer’s Arkansas has named Jane T. Svetz as Volunteer of the Year. Svetz (pictured), who grew up near Newark, created H2GoRuns, a series of events benefiting the organization. Svetz works as a trust officer and vice president at First Arkansas Bank & Trust in Little Rock. She is married...
Walmart Reports Revenue Growth and More in Second Quarter Highlights; Doug McMillon Comments
BENTONVILLE, AR - The mass retailer is up again, reporting strong revenue growth of 4.8 percent. Walmart's operating income is growing faster at 8.5 percent, and adjusted income is up 7.2 percent. "Our team delivered another strong quarter. They work hard every day to help our customers and members save...
GM Signs Landmark Solar Power Deal for Three Assembly Plants
As part of an ongoing push around renewable energy, we’re announcing a 15-year renewable energy purchase agreement with NorthStar Clean Energy for three GM assembly plants. NorthStar’s Newport Solar project in Newport, Arkansas, will support the electricity needs of GM’s Lansing Delta Township Assembly and Lansing Grand River Assembly in Michigan, and the Wentzville Assembly site in Missouri by adding renewable energy directly to the grid we source from. The Newport project has a capacity of 180 megawatts. NorthStar Clean Energy is a unit of CMS Energy.
Little Rock Weekend Guide: Aug. 15-18
We’re in the dog days of summer, but this weekend’s bringing the fun with markets, music and a whole lot of movie magic. Let’s get into it. River Market Live at the River Market Pavilions // Get into the groove, downtown. This free concert series is back to pump up the River Market crowds. Up next are the “Fellas on the River” featuring Haywood King, Brae Leni, Deshawn Harris and Keith Savage, not to mention food and drinks for sale. Showtime is 7 p.m. Learn more here.
Final beam for Ricebird Arena to be set today; community beam signing held Wednesday
The final beam for the new Ricebird Arena is set to be placed today at 5 p.m. A setting ceremony will take place in the Stuttgart Junior High School parking lot, and the district invites community members to attend. The final beam was made available for signing on Wednesday, Aug....
Behind the scenes at the Storm Prediction Center
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - At the center of the National Weather Center, on the campus of the University of Oklahoma, sits the Storm Protection Center. This is the dream job for many meteorologists who work at National Weather Service offices. The forecasts issued by the SPC are used and viewed...
SBC Football 365 Preview - Arkansas State
NEW ORLEANS — After returning to Bowl Season for the first time since 2019 a year ago, Arkansas State will open its 2024 season on Saturday, August 31, when it hosts in-state foe Central Arkansas at 7:00 p.m. ET/6:00 p.m. CT on ESPN+. The in-state foes have met on...
Saracen, Oaklawn in opposing camps over Arkansas gambling expansion
Saracen, Oaklawn in opposing camps over Arkansas gambling expansion. Two of Arkansas’s three casinos are fighting over a proposal to expand online gaming and send a portion of the revenue to funds that funnel money to college athletes, according to a detailed report from Michael Wickline of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette [Tuesday].
Daily Newscast for Thursday, August 15, 2024
Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Thursday, August 15, 2024. - An attorney for Public Service Commission Chairman Doyle Webb confirms the chairman is under investigation by the Arkansas Ethics Commission. - The Joint Public Health Committee heard the results of...
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