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Jordan World Circus Coming to Texarkana August 26
Get ready Texarkana because the Jordan World Circus is coming to town on Monday, August 26, at the Four States Fairgrounds Entertainment Center. The Jordan World Circus is a three-ring circus that will feature death-defying aerialists, high-wire groups, and performances that will leave you on the edge of your seat as they perform high above the arena floor. If you love balancing acts and juggling you're not going to believe what these extraordinarily skilled performers can do to keep you mesmerized.
Little Rock to open cooling center, provide relief from oppressive heat
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — The City of Little Rock has opened a cooling center to give residents relief during the summertime heat. The center is located at the East Little Rock Community Center on 2500 E. Sixth St., opening on Sunday, Aug. 18. It will remain open from noon...
Nursing Program Application Instructions Released
The Arkansas Tech University Department of Nursing on the Russellville campus is accepting applications for spring 2025 admission to its Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program, its LPN-to-BSN (traditional and hybrid) degree program and its RN-to-BSN degree program. BSN and LPN-to-BSN applications are submitted online within Blackboard:. Sign into...
White Hall High School students excel on AP tests
White Hall High School students surpassed the global average in nine Advanced Placement tests this spring. The school administered 418 tests to 180 students, and 96 tests were graded with passing scores of 3 to 5. Those who made a passing score received concurrent college credit as a result. Two...
Cirque Italia brings unique show to Pine Bluff
Have you ever imagined a country boy's adventure from farm life to the bustling lights of the big city?. Cirque Italia announces a new production, a captivating story about Rafael, a farm boy swept away by a tornado who lands in the heart of the city's chaos. The coming performances are scheduled for Aug. 29-Sept. 2 at the Hestand Stadium parking lot, 420 N. Blake St. in Pine Bluff.
Local youth fishing program set for Saturday at Norfork National Fish Hatchery
The Dry Run Creek Academy (DRCA) will host its Rainbow Trout level class this Saturday, August 17th, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Norfork National Fish Hatchery. The free program, aimed at teaching youth fly fishing skills, will take place at the pavilion behind the hatchery building. Registration opens at 8:30 AM. Participants are instructed to park in the main lot and follow white trout stamps through the hatchery grounds.
Local club gives money to area organizations
Jonesboro, AR – (Contributed) – Aug 16, 2024 – The Kiwanis Club of Greater Jonesboro on Wednesday gave checks totaling about $3,000 to six community organizations that benefit families and children. The funding is from proceeds of the club’s annual Pancake Day. President Gregg McElhanon (left) presented...
West Memphis man sentenced to 16 years for being a felon in possession of a firearm
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A West Memphis man was sentenced to over 16 years in federal prison after he was convicted on charges of being a felon in possession of a firearm. According to the Office of the U.S. Attorney Eastern District of Arkansas, 46-year-old Cornelius Corwine Sandlin will spend a total of 195 months in prison.
North Little Rock to host Outreach Fair for unsheltered with health and resources
NORTH LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — The City of North Little Rock will be sponsoring an Outreach Fair for the unsheltered community on October 11, 2024. The Outreach Fair's goal is to provide the unsheltered community with resources they need and improve the quality of life for citizens in need.
HomeGrown opening new location in Rogers
ROGERS, Ark. — HomeGrown is opening a new location in Rogers on Monday, Aug. 19. According to its website, this will be the eatery's second location in Arkansas, following its Springdale branch. The breakfast restaurant has locations in other states, including Kansas, Missouri, and Iowa. The Rogers location will...
EACC announces 2024-25 Fine Arts Center Performance Season
FORREST CITY — East Arkansas Community College announces the upcoming 2024-25 Performance Season’s schedule of events to be held in the EACC Fine Arts Center. Season ticket packages for the 2024-25 Season will go on sale to the general public on Monday, Aug. 26, at 10 a.m. LeAnn...
Arkansas County Quorum Court hears from sheriff, juvenile officers, and peer recovery specialist during August meeting
The Arkansas County Quorum Court held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at the Arkansas County Courthouse in DeWitt. Arkansas County Judge Eddie Best provided information from the meeting, which started with an Arkansas County Detention Center update. “There are 122 inmates, 90 males and 32 females. There...
New Garfield charter school set to begin school year
The Arkansas Charter Authorizing Panel has approved the establishment of the Garfield Scholars’ Academy, a kindergarten through eighth-grade charter school set to open in the 2024-25 school year. The approval from the panel represents a crucial step forward in the school’s development. The charter school was proposed in...
ReWired Fest Returns to Arkansas with Games, The D’Amelios & More
ReWired Fest is making a comeback for its third year, bringing together global creators, tech enthusiasts and esports fans for a two-day event at The Momentary in Bentonville on Aug. 16-17. Hosted by Trusted Influence, the festival is free and open to the public, offering a weekend packed with unique experiences.
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