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Stakeholders weigh in on Arkansas water plan update
Last week, a coalition of water, agriculture and environmental experts and PR actioners filled the Don Tyson Center for Agricultural Sciences located in the agriculture park of the the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. The annual Agriculture, Forests and Water Conference is hosted by the University of Arkansas Water Resources...
UAMS receives $5 million for geriatric education
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a five-year, $5 million federal grant to support the UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative in its mission to improve the quality of care for older adults. The Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program grant, awarded by the Health Resources and Services Administration...
Arkansas Board of Corrections eyes new public information officer
The seven members of the Arkansas Board of Corrections met Monday morning for a special-called meeting to discuss applicants for a new public information officer. Following an hour-long private conversation during executive session, members voted to form a committee that would whittle down the applicant pool from 26 to five for the board to interview […] The post Arkansas Board of Corrections eyes new public information officer appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
EPA provides $100 million grant to Arkansas three-district coalition, more than $45 million to central Arkansas
A coalition representing roughly half of the Arkansas population has received a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency to improve the Natural State’s sustainability.
Planning underway for new Buc-ee's location in Benton
BENTON, Ark. — Back in April, the Benton Planning Commission approved both a site and utilities plan for the first Buc-ee's to come to the Natural State. Now, city officials are working to create a traffic flow plan near the proposed entrance of the new super-sized gas station and convenience store.
A colorful collaboration between students and a small business
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - High school art students completed a mural for a small business in Downtown Paragould. Eleven Paragould High School students spent several days tracing, sketching, and painting a mural for Applelicious Gourmet Apples and Treats. Senior Reese Fulkerson said the idea sprouted from the owner’s generosity.
Dominos Delivery Driver gets Duped
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 23, 2024 – A 36-year-old Domino’s delivery driver got caught off-guard as a group of teenagers stole his pizza delivery out of his vehicle. 902 Scott Street was the address on his delivery order, but that’s an apartment complex, so...
Hot Springs Sister City Program Awarded for Innovation
The Sister City program in Hot Springs is one of the best in the state. It hosts cultural events and yearly delegate trips. Now, the over 30-year relationship has paid off, as the Hot Springs Sister City program won the Sister Cities International 2024 Annual Award for Innovation in Business, Trade and Professional Exchange for a city with a population of 25,001-100,000.
Little Rock VA to Host Virtual Claims Clinic for Arkansas Veterans on July 25
Attention Arkansas Veterans, your monthly virtual VA claims clinic is coming up on Thursday, if you need claim information or need to schedule an appointment, we have the links and numbers you need below. Date and Time: Thursday, July 25, 2024, from 4 - 6 PM. Event Details: Arkansas Veterans...
‘Broken Trail’ Movie Being Filmed in Arkansas
According to several sources, an independent Western film, “Broken Trail,” is being filmed in Van Buren. “Broken Trail” is directed by Johnny Remo and produced by Skipstone Pictures. Reminiscent of the Wild West, the movie is set on the backdrop of the Arkansas River Valley, with freshly laid dirt coating the streets of Van Buren’s downtown.
Pastor to hold annual back-to-school city-wide prayer event
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A pastor in Jonesboro is working to bring unity to the community through prayer. Bishop Adrian Rodgers and First Lady Constance Deberry Rodgers from the Fullness of Joy Ministries are organizing a unique event to send kids back to school. According to Bishop Rodgers, all pastors...
Pine Bluff School District honored by federal program
The Pine Bluff School District's 21st Century Community Learning Centers are featured on a federal website spotlighting subgrantees for the Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC program. The program is supported by the Office of Elementary & Secondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education. It supports the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during hours away from school for children, with an emphasis on those who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools, according to the office.
It’s the last day to sign up! Baxter County Fair Pageant is this Saturday
Summer is here, and that means it’s time for fun summer activities. The Baxter County Fair Association has announced that the Baxter County Fair Pageant and Baby Contest will be held at Mountain Home High School’s Dunbar Stadium on Saturday. The fair’s baby contest will start at 2 p.m. and will roll into the pageant, which will start at 6 p.m.
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