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EACC President to visit Apple headquarters for augmented reality education initiative
FORREST CITY — East Arkansas Community College President Dr. Cathie Cline will have the opportunity this month to visit the headquarters of Apple in Silicon Valley, California. She is part of a group of community college presidents learning how augmented reality can be used in education. “I go later...
New UA philanthropic giving was $92.3 million in recent fiscal year
The University of Arkansas said Friday (Aug. 23) that philanthropic giving in the fiscal year ended June 30 totaled $211.1 million. Of that, $92.3 million was from new giving and $118.8 million was payments on previous commitments. The $92.3 million includes cash, in-kind giving, planned gifts and new pledges. According...
Little Rock School Board grants salary raise to superintendent
The Little Rock School Board is still in limbo after Superintendent Jermall Wright announced his decision to step down last week. Wright said he would stay on throughout the transition process, though the board has yet to choose an interim superintendent or accept his resignation. At a special meeting Monday, many people asked Wright to stay on.
Guided tour and fall equinox sunset at Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park
Scott, Ark. – Join us at Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park on Sept. 21 for a unique guided tour of the historic mound site, culminating in the observation of the fall equinox sunset. The tour is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for children ages 6-12, and free for children under 6.
Forbes names St. Bernards to ‘America’s Best-In-State Employers 2024’ list
JONESBORO, Arkansas — St. Bernards Healthcare announced its selection to Forbes’ “America’s Best-In-State Employers 2024” list, joining a group of 25 employers in Arkansas. St. Bernards’ ranking marks the only organization based in Northeast Arkansas with a presence on the list. Forbes Media LLC...
Harrisburg School Board approves roof repairs, policy updates, budget
HARRISBURG, Arkansas — The Harrisburg School Board approved a contract for roof repairs and several policy changes during its last meeting before the 2024-2025 school year. Board members accepted a contract agreement on roof repairs to the old fieldhouse building. The board also approved the student handbooks for all three campuses, adopted the district policy book for the school year, and adopted policy changes as approved by the Arkansas School Boards Association.
ROAD CLOSURE: City of Crossett officials announce that Jim Shoulders Road will be closed from Monday, August 26th to Friday, August 30th
CROSSETT, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) –– City of Crossett officials announced that, for infrastructure improvements, Jim Shoulders Road will be closed from Third Avenue to Wellfield Road in front of the rodeo grounds from Monday, August 26, 2024, to Friday, August 30, 2024. The Maple Street entrance to this area will also be closed. The city apologizes […]
Arkansas Community Advocates launch Help Yourself guide in Pulaski County
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Arkansas Community Advocates is rolling out their "Help Yourself" resource guide/publication. The guide was created to help those in need find help by providing them with the book to direct them. Pulaski County residents can find resources like food, clothes, housing assistance, utility assistance, legal...
SWEPCO Donates To Fulton Fun Fest
Fulton Mayor Henry Hale is assisted by his students Shamarie and Kamaurri in showing off a $2,000 check donated to Fulton to help fund the Fulton Fun Fest August 31st. The event is set for the Fulton City Park and will begin at noon. There will be plenty of fun events including bounce houses, vendors, and sno cones. The public is cordially invited.
The Good and the Bad: A Quick Breakdown of Arkansas’ Offense
FAYETTEVILLE, Ar. (KNWA/KFTA) – We are now just six days out from the start of Arkansas’ football season as they get ready to kick off the year in Little Rock against UAPB. Our Pig Trail Nation team has been at all of fall camp and has been bringing you the latest coverage from it. Alyssa […]
Child Safety Center raising funds ahead of Derby-themed Denim and Diamonds gala Oct. 5
The Percy and Donna Malone Child Safety Center is gearing up to hold their annual Gala like you’ve never seen it before. The 9th annual Denim and Diamonds is taking its guests to the Kentucky Derby. Denim and Diamonds: At The Derby will be held at the Malone Show...
Waldron City Council Approves Resolution to Explore Funding Options for Recreational Improvements
Earlier this month, the Waldron City Council unanimously agreed to explore the grant funding opportunities for further recreational improvements. Among those, a splash pad. Resolution 2024-04 authorizes Mayor David Millard “to seek the grant funding necessary to improve the recreation facilities in the City of Waldron…in order to obtain the funds necessary to develop and improve the site for such a recreation area, it is necessary to obtain an Outdoor Recreation Matching Grant from the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism.”
St. Bernard’s will be hosting 2024 Men’s Health Day
The event will take place September 20th from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. at the St. Bernard's Auditorium, located at 505 East Washington Avenue in Jonesboro. The event is free and open to the public and will include screening opportunities such as sleep apnea, a flexibility assessment, prostate exam, blood pressure, height, weight, BMI, and much more.
Iconic Historic Building to be Torn Down in Hot Springs, Arkansas
A significant piece of Hot Springs, Arkansas history is about to go down in a pile of rubble soon. The iconic old St. Joseph Hospital which has been a part of Hot Springs for years is expected to be demolished, according to THV11. Several years ago the hospital was being used as the Arkansas School of Math, Sciences, and the Arts building.
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