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WCSD to reveal new chief Monday
Watson Chapel School District board members met in another work session Tuesday in hopes of identifying its next superintendent, although one of the finalists has apparently turned in his resignation to the school board where he currently works. Board President Goldie Whitaker said the members have not come to a...
Wildlife fouled in oil spill cleaned, released
Members of a coordinated response team were able to release just over a dozen turtles, frogs and other reptiles recovered from the recent oil spill near Smackover into the Ouachita River on July 2. The animals were cleaned and monitored by professional oil recovery contractors before release. The spill, which...
UAM recognizes 478 spring 2024 graduates
The University of Arkansas at Monticello honored 478 spring 2024 graduates, according to the UAM Registrar's Office. Graduates are listed by hometowns and degrees. Precious Renae' Thomas (AA). BATESVILLE. Kristen Dawn Davis (BS). BAUXITE. Zachary James Gilbert (AS);. Mallorie C. Johnson (AA). BENTON. Ethan Michael Bearden (BS);. James Thomas McCormick...
Seed funding incubates ideas to improve agriculture through engineering
Ingenuity in agriculture requires collaboration, and seed funds, to make an impact. That’s the mindset behind Engineering Applications in Agriculture, an innovation accelerator created with funding from the University of Arkansas College of Engineering, the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, and the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences.
New sorter helps library to improve
Improving Library Processes with New Sorter Technology. The introduction of advanced sorter systems in libraries has revolutionized the way materials are handled and circulated. This recent innovation significantly reduces the time spent by library staff on manual sorting, allowing them to focus more on other important tasks. Efficient Material Handling...
ABA Friendship group meets in Rison church
The ABA Friendship Association District Ladies Auxiliary held its quarterly meeting in the spring at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Rison and is preparing for its summer gathering. Debbie Leopard of the host church, greeted everyone and asked Julius Carter of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Dumas to open the...
LIVE Music! Portugal. The Man ‘Feel It Still’ at the Momentary in Bentonville – Northwest Arkansas
Grammy-Winning Portugal. The Man Brings Energetic Live Performance to the Momentary in Bentonville. Indie rock fans in Northwest Arkansas are in for a treat as Grammy Award-winning Portugal. The Man takes the stage at the Momentary in Bentonville. This summer, the band renowned for their catchy melodies and infectious beats is set to deliver an electrifying live show that promises to leave the audience in awe.
Pig Trail Nation 2024 Hot Dog Eating Contest
FAYETTEVILLE, A.R. (KNWA/KFTA) – The second annual Pig Trail Nation Hot Dog Eating Contest is here as Peyton Langford, Evan Kamikow, and Casey Smith compete for the title of champion. Langford and Kamikow return from the 2023 contest where Langford ultimately was crowned champion. Smith, new to the contest...
Little Rock Parkview's Robinson, Elston make college commitments
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Two Little Rock Parkview football players from the 2025 class announced their college intentions on Saturday at the high school gymnasium. Four-star safety Omarion Robinson committed to Oklahoma over Arkansas, LSU and Oregon, while three-star running back Monterrio Elston picked Kansas State over Arkansas and Missouri.
Weeklong lane closures scheduled for I-30 in Little Rock and North Little Rock
Little Rock, Arkansas – Work on Interstate 30 (I-30) in Little Rock and North Little Rock will involve multiple lane closures during the week of Monday, July 8. The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has announced these closures to facilitate ongoing construction and maintenance efforts aimed at improving the highway infrastructure.
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System to host festival for veterans July 24
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — For service members looking for a range of offerings from various community, health and wellness groups, the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System is the place for you. The Summer Vet Fest takes place July 24 at the Arkansas Military and First Responders Academy, starting at...
11-year-old Arkansan launches Ninja Puppy book series in Little Rock
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A young Arkansan is making a name for himself as an author. 11-year-old Gunner Duck, and his mom, Holly Duck, came on to Little Rock ARC to talk about Gunner's "Ninja Puppy" book series.
Little Rock lawncare shop destroyed in 4th of July fire
(Little Rock, KATV) — The Little Rock Fire Department is investigating a Geyer Springs fire that destroyed the Cleve Addie lawncare shop last night. Cleve Addie, an essential shop in the Little Rock community since the 1980, now has much of it left in ruins. According to the Little...
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