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Review: FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICAL at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
Everybody cut FOOTLOOSE and head to the Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock, because from now until July 28, this foot stomping, rule-breaking musical will have you dancing and singing to all of those songs you remember from your youth, ok, assuming you grew up in the 80s. With Direction by Anna Kimmell, this cast captures the spirit of the original film while bringing fresh energy to the stage. You don’t want to miss it.
3 charged after shot fired at MPD officer
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Three men have been charged after a shot was fired at a Memphis Police officer. Memphis Police say 18-year-old Antonio Bland, 21-year-old Timothy Turner, and 19-year-old Tyreone Flemmons are facing several charges, including theft of property, evading arrest, and unlawful possession of a weapon. “You could have a job, (be) moving out, […]
UAFS student cycles across America to raise $600K for those with disabilities
FORT SMITH, Ark. — A University of Arkansas - Fort Smith (UAFS) student is traveling from coast to coast for a good cause. Junior Braxten Martin is biking across the country and just recently made his way through Missouri. The trip will be taking soon-to-be senior Martin from Seattle to Washington, D.C.
FAFSA Clinics Next Week Supporting UC Families
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission is offering free FAFSA clinics to give Upper Cumberland families hands-on support while applying for federal student aid. Senior Outreach Director Jason Seay said they have always had FAFSA workshops at high schools and colleges throughout the state but families need more support this year. Seay said last year’s revamping of the system has led to technical issues and some parental concerns.
Arkansas' Nolan Souza looks to build off freshman season
Arkansas infielder Nolan Souza is looking to build off an incredible freshman campaign. He swung for a batting average of .255 with seven home runs and 28 RBIs in 40 games (31 starts) for the Razorbacks while taking home All-Southeastern Conference Freshman Team honors. One of Souza's biggest moments from...
Black bear spotted in Fort Smith neighborhood
FORT SMITH, Ark. — It was an eye-opening start to the weekend for some Fort Smith residents when they spotted a black bear in their neighborhood. Police sent out an alert on Friday evening about a black bear sighting on South 21st Street. 40/29 News talked to some in...
Dr. Jessie Little joins NARMC pediatrics clinic
North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) recently welcomed Dr. Jessie Little, a pediatrician, to the medical team.Dr. Little earned her bachelor’s degree from Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia and furthered her medical training at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She attended a residency at both the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and Arkansas Children’s Hospital. An impactful milestone in Dr. Little’s career includes the development of a widely distributed breastfeeding education video at UAMS aimed at supporting both parents and healthcare providers.
Five-star Arkansas basketball target sets commitment date
John Calipari and Arkansas basketball could be less than a week away from landing their first commitment in the 2025 recruiting class. Darius Acuff Jr., a consensus five-star prospect and priority target for the Razorbacks, will announce his college decision on Friday, July 26th at 4 p.m. (CDT). He's down to just three schools: Arkansas, Kansas and Michigan.
Harrington on CSC Academic All-American Third Team
Outgoing Southern Arkansas senior golfer Connor Harrington has been named to the College Sports Communicators Men's At-Large Academic All-American Third Team. Harrington adds to his already stocked up resume from 2023-24 as the Magnolia native has been named a GAC Distinguished Scholar Athlete, the Murphy USA Male Scholar Athlete of the Year award recipient (Seventh Annual Mulespys), and now an Academic All-American.
LITTLE ROCK NOTEBOOK: City Board Adopts Downtown Master Plan | Renovations Scheduled at Terry Library
The Little Rock Board of Directors recently took a significant step towards future development in the city’s core. They have adopted a downtown master plan, which aims to guide the area’s growth and progress. This plan paves the way for systematic and cohesive enhancements in downtown Little Rock.
AEW Rampage Results – July 19, 2024
Location: Simmons Bank Arena, North Little Rock, Arkansas. Commentators: Excalibur, Tony Schiavone, Matt Menard. We’re coming off a pretty outstanding Dynamite and that might make for a bit of a hard standard to live up to here. With just over a month to go before All In, there isn’t much in the way of desperation yet so this show might not need to mean much. I’ll settle for some good matches though so let’s get to it.
Hafertepe Jr. Dominates 81 Speedway for Third-Straight Victory
Sam Hafertepe Jr.’s first three wins of the season on the American Sprint Car Series National Tour came consecutively in June, and history repeated itself Saturday night. The five-time Series champion led every lap at 81 Speedway en route to his third-straight Feature win and sixth of the season.
Emma Kate McBride named NJCAA Academic All-American
Emma Kate McBride has been chosen as a National Junior College Athletic Association (NCJAA) Academic All-American. The 2023 Weston High School graduate, who now plays for South Arkansas Community College in Eldorado, AR, earned second team Academic All-American status after compiling a 3.90 grade point average during her freshman year.
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