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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.
Serving Arkansans: Chancellor Robinson Visits Community Colleges to Support Transfer Students
Staying true to the university's mission of serving students from all parts of the state, Chancellor Charles Robinson, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Jeremy Battjes, Vice Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Admissions Suzanne McCray and others recently visited several Arkansas community colleges to discuss transfer pathways to the U of A.
Agricultural Experiment Station Awards Four Outstanding Faculty and Staff With RoPE Awards
The Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station is recognizing four outstanding faculty and staff members with the prestigious Early Career Recognition of Professional Excellence Awards, or RoPE. This award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional performance in the experiment station's mission and goals. "These four recipients exemplify the dedication, innovation and excellence...
Gun thefts from cars: Dangerous but preventable
Little Rock (KATV) — A new report finds gun thefts from cars make up the single largest source of stolen guns in America, fueling violent crime and putting lives at risk. It's happening here in Arkansas, too, where firearms are a way of life for many - popular for shooting, for sport, and for self-defense - and the victims are often responsible gun owners.
Gov. Sanders announces Taber Extrusions expansion in Russellville, creating 70 new jobs
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. — Last week, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders embarked on an overseas trade mission to promote aerospace and defense businesses to encourage them to invest in Arkansas. Gov. Sanders recently joined Taber Extrusions executives at the Farnborough Air Show in the United Kingdom to announce the company is...
Double meth arrest in Jonesboro on Sunday
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 22, 2024 – Jonesboro Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Sunday afternoon near the intersection of Burke and Culberhouse. Both occupants of the vehicle were reportedly not wearing a seatbelt and were found to be on probation. During...
Washington County Marriage Licenses – Arkansas
Washington County issues marriage licenses through the County Clerk’s office. To obtain one, you must visit their office at 280 N. College Ste 300 in Fayetteville between 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. Monday through Friday. The license costs .00 in cash only. Payment methods such as checks or credit cards are not accepted.
Shell overcomes personal, business river challenges
The Arkansas River runs in one direction through the Fort Smith metro but has created circles in the life of Five Rivers Distribution President Marty Shell, who manages a port and logistics enterprise based in Van Buren. Shell lost his father, Buck, to cancer in December 2010, just a few...
Jonesboro High School Class of 1959 keeps connection alive
Sixty five years have passed since the Jonesboro High School Class of 1959 threw its graduation hats into the air. And 65 years later, they’re still enjoying each other’s company. The Jonesboro High School Class of 1959 celebrated its 65th anniversary July 13, at the visitor center with...
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