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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...
Razorbacks’ defensive lineman Jackson lands first preseason All-American honor
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Arkansas defensive lineman Landon Jackson has earned his first preseason All-America nod, garnering second-team recognition from the Walter Camp Football Foundation. Jackson proved to be one of the nation’s most dominant pass rushers last season, tallying 44 total tackles, including 13.5 tackles for loss, with 6.5...
D1 Baseball names Arkansas pitcher Gabe Gaeckle First-Team Freshman All-American
Razorback baseball has been very at one thing over the past few years, and that is producing elite pitchers. Arkansas pitcher Gabe Gaeckle seems to be the next one up. He was named a freshman All-American by D1 Baseball, the third honor of its kind this season for him. In...
Arkansas Baseball Makes Big Moves in Transfer Portal: Impactful Losses and New Additions Revealed
Arkansas baseball had minimal losses in the transfer portal and stands out with significant additions, ranking second in the nation for transfers, according to 64Analytics. The Razorbacks saw only five players leave, the fewest in the SEC, while managing to secure 11 additions, showcasing a strong retention rate compared to other conference teams.
Bentonville First Friday for July to host festival with WW2 plane flyover, followed by fireworks at Orchards Park
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Bentonville's First Friday event is set to take off with "A Salute to Service" culminating in a flyover by WW2-era Mustang planes on July 5. The First Friday event, presented by Walmart and hosted by Downtown Bentonville Inc. (DBI), is a monthly family-friendly event that welcomes as many as 10,000 people.
VOLLEYBALL SEASON STARTS SEPTEMBER 6
ARKADELPHIA – The Ouachita volleyball team is gearing up for the 2024 season, which starts the first weekend in September. The Tigers have 28 matches scheduled for the 2024 regular season, starting with the annual Reddie-Tiger Invitational in Arkadelphia September 6-7. Ouachita takes on Missouri S&T, Mississippi College, Montevallo, and McKendree during the opening weekend. All but one of the remaining home games for the Tigers are Great American Conference matchups. The first of 16 conference tilts is set for September 17 on the road against Southern Arkansas. Other road trips for the Tigers other than GAC matchups include Jackson,...
Second annual A-State Football Kickoff Party scheduled for August 2
JONESBORO, Arkansas — The Arkansas State Athletics Department has announced that its second annual A-State Football Kickoff Party, which will again combine elements from its traditional preseason banquet and Helmets and Heels program, is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 2, at Embassy Suites of Jonesboro. Taking place at Embassy Suites...
New Bridge Installed at Warren City Park
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Park recently unveiled a brand-new bridge, replacing the old structure that had fallen into disrepair. This much-needed improvement was made possible through a generous donation from AHF Products of Warren and the dedicated efforts of the City of Warren and David Simmons Construction.
Poinsett County Quorum Court to discuss bridge replacements, property purchase, more
HARRISBURG — The Poinsett County Quorum Court will consider several resolutions to spend federal money for bridge replacement projects at its meeting Monday night. Justices will consider resolutions to replace the L’Anguille River Bridge on Weiner Cutoff Road; the Cache River Bridge on Pitts Road; the Bayou De View Bridge on Mac Road, the Flag Slough Ditch Bridge on Malcolm Road, the Hydrick Creek Bridge on Barnes Lane, and the Mulligan Lateral Bridge on Senteney Road.
Wynne Rotary recognizes longtime members, welcomes new president and fire safety program
WYNNE — The Wynne Rotary Club held its first meeting this week under new president Andrea Taegtmeyer. Members Leroy Dangeau and Jere Kernodle were recognized for their longtime commitment to the club. Aaron Mears, fire prevention coordinator for the Wynne Fire Department, then discussed plans for this year’s fire...
Shaq coming to JJ’s Live Oct. 18
Former NBA star, rapper, actor, wrestler, NBA on TNT host, DJ, and Icy Hot spokesperson Shaquille O’Neal is coming to Fayetteville this fall. JJ’s Live officials this week announced that DJ Diesel (Shaq’s DJ act) will appear at the venue for a performance on Friday, Oct. 18, the night before the Razorbacks take on LSU.
Arkansas football misses out on two highly-ranked recruits from Little Rock
FAYETTEVILLE — The latest up-and-down recruiting cycle for Arkansas football continued Saturday with a pair of top recruits from inside the state committing elsewhere and spurning the Razorbacks. Omarion Robinson and Monterrio Elston of Little Rock's Parkview Magnet High School are headed west. Robinson, the No. 2 recruit in...
Wildlife-inspired murals draw attention to Little Rock nature center
Wildlife-Inspired Murals Draw Attention to Little Rock Nature Center. The latest addition to the Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center in Little Rock is a set of vibrant murals celebrating the beauty of Arkansas’ natural world. Downtown Little Rock Partnership and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission brought...
LRPD encourages all to donate at Little Rock Boots & Badges Blood Drive
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — On July 25, a blood drive will take place, at the Little Rock Police Department Sub Station from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. It is located at 3999 W. 12th Street, on the corner of 12th and Pine Streets. Those who donate will be provided...
Leaders in Arkansas water infrastructure hope for relief with latest federal funding
This story was updated at 10:12 a.m. on July 5, 2024 to distinguish between waitlisted projects and approved projects. Arkansas rural water systems are looking to $5 million in federal funds to help them improve aging pipes and other infrastructure, the CEO of the Arkansas Rural Water Association said this week. Dennis Sternberg, the association’s […] The post Leaders in Arkansas water infrastructure hope for relief with latest federal funding appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
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
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