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Paragould holds first-ever Ridge Kids Triathlon
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - The city of Paragould held its first-ever Ridge Kids Triathlon on Saturday, Aug. 24, at the Paragould Community Center. Director of Parks and Recreation in Paragould, James Kashak, says that the community helped create this event. “We had some people in the community asking about if...
Hagens ready to start UAPB’s season opener
Last year's constant quarterback rotation at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff isn't in the plans for this season. The Golden Lions believe they have their man. Mekhi Hagens goes into Thursday's season opener against Arkansas (6:30 p.m. on ESPNU) at War Memorial Stadium knowing the starting job is his.
Bobby Petrino likes WRs Hogs have available in his return
FAYETTEVILLE — Bobby Petrino has returned to Arkansas to serve as offensive coordinator. When Petrino was the head coach for four years at Arkansas he had some very good wide receiver groups. He recently reflected on what made those receivers so good and if he feels he has good talent in this group.
Nonprofit holds annual Motorcycles on a Mission event
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A local nonprofit group known as Mpact held their third annual Motorcycles on a Mission event on Saturday at Harley Davidson in Jonesboro. Mpact is an organization committed to helping families dealing with infant loss. The members of the organization help the families grieve, help out...
Georgia, Texas take the top spots in the Week One SEC Power Rankings
The SEC is about to start a new journey. In the last decade or so, the league was ruled by Alabama and Nick Saben. Every once in a while, another team grew to prominence for a season, but Saben's team was always in the conversation. Now, the seven-time (six at Alabama) national champion coach is out of the game.
LRSD to receive over $11 million to make energy upgrades to 17 schools
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – More than $11 million is headed to the Little Rock School District to support upgrades in energy efficiency and indoor air quality for K-12 public schools. LRSD won the 2024 Renew America’s Schools Prize and Grant competition administered by the U.S. Department of Energy.
UAM’s Ferrer in panel at fan meet
Arturo Quintero Ferrer, assistant professor of biology at the University of Arkansas at Monticello, participated in an educators' panel at the 2024 San Diego Comic Convention (Comic-Con International) at the San Diego Convention Center. Comic-Con International is an annual multicultural event representing artists from around the world, with attendance exceeding...
Men's Soccer Heads to Wake Forest for First Road Match
CONWAY, Ark. – The men's soccer team hits the road for the first time this season to face off against a top-15 ranked Wake Forest squad on Sunday. Kicking off at 6 p.m. CT, it marks the first of several ranked opponents for the Bears this season. The Bears...
Rice center hosts first field day
The new Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center in Harrisburg welcomed more than 250 attendees to its inaugural rice field day to hear region-specific updates from researchers and extension specialists. Arkansas is the nation's top rice producer, with the top four rice producing counties in the state located in the...
Possible consent decree change on Fort Smith Board agenda
The City of Fort Smith could receive an extension to 2036 on a federal consent decree mandating costly sewer system improvements. If provided, it would total 10 years of extensions since the decree began in 2015. it would also result in sewer rate hikes beginning in 2026. On Tuesday (Aug....
How to watch College football week zero lineup, kickoff times
Today is the official start of the 2024-25 college football season! The Hogs don't play today, but a couple of games today can help you get the college football fix you've craved since January. The first game of the season is the Aer Lingus College Football Classic between No. 10...
Flippin boys, Salem girls win Twin Lakes Invitational
Several high school golfers gathered at Twin Lakes Golf Course on Friday for the Twin Lake Invitational. Flippin won the boys’ side with a total of 241, beating out Norfork by four strokes. Salem finished third at 263, Bergman was fourth at 276, Cotter ended up fifth at 287, and Valley Springs took sixth place at 319.
Miller Time At The Lake Of The Ozarks Shootout—10 Years Later
No one—not even his wild-eyed driver Myrick Coil—is more into offshore powerboat racing than Tyler Miller. As any self-respecting fan of the sport knows, the Wathena, Kan., local and his wife, Lindsey, field not one but two offshore racing teams. Miller’s Super Cat-class M CON/Monster Energy team is a world and national champion. His Monster Energy/M CON team is well on its way to claiming a Class 1 world title this season.
Winter youth volleyball registration open at Arkadelphia Parks and Rec
Registration is open for Arkadelphia Parks and Recreation’s winter youth volleyball season. Girls grades 1-2 are encouraged to sign up for Parks and Recreation’s “Lil Spikes” league. This 4-week instructional league starts the week of October 5 and ends the week of November 9. Participants will learn the basics of the sport, including: How to bump, volley, and serve.
Code Orange Ozone Alert Issued for Memphis Region, Sensitive Groups Advised to Limit Outdoor Activities
The Shelby County Health Department, serving parts of Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi, has issued a Code Orange Ozone Forecast for the region that includes Memphis. According to the NWS Air Quality Alert, this alert comes as ozone levels are expected to reach unhealthy thresholds for sensitive groups today. The announcement highlights the need for individuals with respiratory conditions, as well as active children and adults, to limit prolonged outdoor activities.
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