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Jonesboro Animal Control to participate in BISSELL adoption event
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Jonesboro Animal Control is participating in the BISSELL Pet Foundation “Empty the Shelters” National Adoption Event. According to a social media post from the city of Jonesboro, the event will take place from July 8 to July 31. Adoption fees will be $40 for...
Building Permits: OBU files for $1M in construction
The City of Arkadelphia issued 27 building permits with an estimated construction value of $1.38 million for the months of May and June 2024. May saw 12 permits with a total value of $177,526, while 15 permits were filed in June with a total value of $1.2 million. The year-to-date...
SWAC vet joins UAPB coaches
Former Grambling State head women's basketball coach Freddie Murray was named University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff associate head coach Friday. "I am thrilled to welcome Freddie Murray to our coaching staff," Head Coach Erica Leak said in a statement. "Murray's expertise and passion for the game will undoubtedly take our team to new heights. We are excited to have him join our Golden Lions family and look forward to his incredible impact on our players both on and off the court."
Jonesboro pet vaccine clinic pre-registration deadline moved up
Organizers make a change in plans ahead of the next low-cost pet vaccine clinic in Jonesboro. Due to high demand, organizers have moved up the pre-registration deadline a day. You now must pre-register for the clinic by noon on Tuesday, July 9. The clinic will take place on Saturday, July...
2025 All-American Tavion Wallace Pledges to Arkansas
The University of Arkansas has successfully landed one of the top players in the country. 2025 All-American Tavion Wallace from Wayne County High School in Georgia has committed to the Razorbacks. According to 247Sports, Wallace is the No.36 overall player in the nation and a four-star prospect. Past members of...
UAPB Sees Major Increase in Fall 2024 Applications
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) has created a new recruitment strategy, resulting in a significant 65% increase in fall 2024 applications, marking the highest number in over a decade. As of June 27, 7,175 students had applied to UAPB, compared to 4,356 at the same time last year.
Rice feeds the world. One farming family is trying to grow it sustainably
Part 2 of TED Radio Hour episode What we'll eat on a warmer planet. Rice feeds the world—but it uses more water and emits more methane than any other crop. Jim Whitaker and his daughter, Jessica Whitaker Allen, are changing that on their Arkansas family farm. About Jim Whitaker.
Arkansas has position battle in outfield going into offseason
The Arkansas baseball team is set for an intense battle for starting positions in the outfield. With seven outfielders joining from the transfer portal and three freshmen commits, competition will be fierce for the Razorbacks. After the conclusion of the 2024 season, the Hogs are looking to improve in the...
Firefly Fling at Botanical Garden of the Ozarks July 20
Firefly Fling Illuminates Botanical Garden of the Ozarks on July 20. The enchanting ambiance of the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks will soon be aglow with the enchanting Firefly Fling event, set to take place on Saturday, July 20. This highly anticipated summer outing promises an unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages.
City to hold neighborhood cleanup
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The city of Jonesboro will be holding a neighborhood cleanup. According to a social media post, the cleanup will be on Saturday, July 13, and will go from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The cleanup will be at 701 East Highland Drive and city staff will...
New sculpture graces Arkansas Tech's campus
RUSSELLVILLE (KATV) — A new 17-foot-long oak log sculpture has been installed on the south side of Witherspoon Hall at Arkansas Tech University (ATU). Julie Benda was the artist of the sculpture. She is a 2024 Windgate Foundation artist in residence at ATU. Benda is also a writer, illustrator, and visual art artist with practice in print, sculpture, and public art.
Kel’el Ware, former Arkansas high school basketball stars stealing national spotlight from football
Last week might have illustrated just how big Arkansas high school basketball has become. For the third time in the past four years, a former Arkansas prep pla
Surgeon at St. Bernards makes history using new robotic system
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - St. Bernards Healthcare is excited to announce the successful completion of its first surgery using its new surgical system. Dr. Willie Harper performed the first gastric bypass surgery using the new system, which specializes in minimally invasive surgical procedures for various types of surgeries. St. Bernards...
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