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Cirque Italia to visit Fort Smith for water circus performances
FORT SMITH, Ark. — The traveling entertainment group Cirque Italia is making waves by bringing its Water Circus to Fort Smith from Aug. 22 - 25. The event, suspended over a 35,000-gallon stage, is set to bring "unique aerial acts, hand balancing, contortionists, and many more surprise performances that are breathtaking," according to an event page.
Cross County School District receives grant to revitalize on-campus greenhouse
CHERRY VALLEY — The Cross County School District has received a grant to revitalize its on-campus greenhouse. “It’s approximately a $92,000 grant that we have to pay about $8,000 on. For about $8,000, we’re going to receive $84,000 from the state,” said Cross County Superintendent Dr. Nathan Morris. “We’ve got a very nice greenhouse on our campus, but all of the guts are getting old. We’re going to be able to replace all the guts. … The water system, the irrigation system, the electronics, the way the fans will open, regulating the temperature, the lighting, we’ll be able to change all of that out.”
EACC President to visit Apple headquarters for augmented reality education initiative
FORREST CITY — East Arkansas Community College President Dr. Cathie Cline will have the opportunity this month to visit the headquarters of Apple in Silicon Valley, California. She is part of a group of community college presidents learning how augmented reality can be used in education. “I go later...
Jöelle Storet brings her artistic vision to TheatreSquared’s ‘A Raisin in the Sun’
Jöelle Storet found it very easy to say “yes” to her newest project — designing the artistic story for TheatreSquared’s production of “A Raisin in the Sun”, opening Aug. 23 and running through Sept. 15. Written by Lorraine Hansberry and first produced on Broadway in 1959, the poignant play details a Black family’s attempt to achieve their dreams despite systemic racism and segregation in mid-century Chicago.
New UA philanthropic giving was $92.3 million in recent fiscal year
The University of Arkansas said Friday (Aug. 23) that philanthropic giving in the fiscal year ended June 30 totaled $211.1 million. Of that, $92.3 million was from new giving and $118.8 million was payments on previous commitments. The $92.3 million includes cash, in-kind giving, planned gifts and new pledges. According...
Stuttgart native, high school teachers from the U.S. and around the world attend Joint Science and Technology Institute East
Aberdeen, Md. — Marlon Matilla of Stuttgart, was one of three high school teachers who attended the Joint Science and Technology Institute (JSTI) East, an educational opportunity to expand their knowledge and experience in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). JSTI East is a two-week residential program in Maryland for current high school students, teachers, and alumni of the JSTI program that exposes them to scientific research through hands-on projects. There is also a one-week component for middle school students.
Fun Events in Texarkana and Beyond This Weekend August 23-25
Hooray for the weekend! This weekend enjoy the outdoors when you can, the temperatures will be in the mid-90s but the forecast is calling for low humidity and that can make all the difference. We found a few events going on this weekend August 23-25 that are worth checking out.
Little Rock School Board grants salary raise to superintendent
The Little Rock School Board is still in limbo after Superintendent Jermall Wright announced his decision to step down last week. Wright said he would stay on throughout the transition process, though the board has yet to choose an interim superintendent or accept his resignation. At a special meeting Monday, many people asked Wright to stay on.
Child Safety Center raising funds ahead of Derby-themed Denim and Diamonds gala Oct. 5
The Percy and Donna Malone Child Safety Center is gearing up to hold their annual Gala like you’ve never seen it before. The 9th annual Denim and Diamonds is taking its guests to the Kentucky Derby. Denim and Diamonds: At The Derby will be held at the Malone Show...
Sebastian County Quorum Court pays millions for jail death, waterpark lease
Talk Business and Politics' Michael Tilley Joins Ozarks at Large's Kyle Kellams to discuss headlines from around the Fort Smith area, like a multi-million dollar jail death settlement, Parrot Island Waterpark's lease deal approved by Sebastian County Quorum Court, Crawford County costs related to library censorship, and Ecotech, not Chinese Communists, working to convert former Trane site into plastics manufacturing plant.
Urban's Clean Sheet Leads the Trojans to a Result Against Arizona State
TEMPE, Arizona - The Trojans walked out of Sun Devil Soccer Stadium with a draw, thanks to Peyton Urban's career-high 7 saves. Little Rock hit the ground running with a fiery offense right from kickoff. Jaeda Centeno nearly broke the silence with a shot from outside the penalty box that hit the right goalpost. After 23 minutes of intense pressure and pace, Arizona State made a 10-player substitution.
Green selected by PCCUA as its 2024 distinguished alumna
Amy Green, of Helena-West Helena, has been selected to represent PCCUA as its 2024 Outstanding Alumna. Green serves as a Deputy Prosecutor for the First Judicial District of Arkansas and is also co-founder of Ridge City Roasters, Helena’s first small batch specialty coffee roastery and tasting room. She is...
Jackson earns First-Team Preseason Coaches’ All-SEC recognition
FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas — Arkansas defensive lineman Landon Jackson earned 2024 Preseason Coaches’ First-Team All-SEC distinction in a vote by the leagues’ 16 head coaches on Wednesday. Jackson enters the 2024 campaign as a Walter Camp Football Foundation Preseason All-American and Preseason All-SEC selection by numerous outlets. He...
Arkansas to face Michigan on ESPN in Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden
FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas — For the first time since its inception in 1995, Arkansas will play in ESPN’s annual Jimmy V Classic. The Razorbacks will face Michigan at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at New York City’s Madison Square Garden. Tennessee and Miami (Fla.) will be the first game of the doubleheader with that tipoff set for 5:30 p.m. Both games will be televised on ESPN.
Police: Man arrested after hitting police officer head-on while intoxicated
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he hit a police officer who was responding to a call head-on. According to Public Information Specialist Sally Smith with the Jonesboro Police Department, at around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 23, Sgt. Brian Arnold was driving in an unmarked car to assist in a shooting incident in Poinsett County when he was hit head-on by an oncoming vehicle.
United Way Hosts Softball Tournament
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – August 24, 2024 – The 9th annual Batting for a Better Tomorrow softball tournament is happening this weekend at the Southside Softball Complex. Erin Calhoon, Development Director for the United Way of Northeast Arkansas, said 19 teams are scheduled to participate in...
UPDATE: Shots Fired At Judge’s Home, Search Underway
UPDATE, 4:15pm: Poinsett County Sheriff Kevin Molder confirms his department has developed a “person of interest” in connection with Friday night’s shooting on Greenfield Road but says “an arrest has not been made yet. I will issue a release soon.”. UPDATE, 10:05am: The man responsible for...
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