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New UAMS NWA vice-chancellor Ryan Cork eyeing next 10 years for the region
Earlier this month, the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) announced that Ryan Cork would take the helm as vice-chancellor of the medical school’s Northwest Arkansas campus on Sept. 1. Cork, who has served as executive director of the Northwest Arkansas Council’s healthcare transformation division since 2021, highlighted...
Arkansas leads the NCAA with 20 track and field athletes going to the Olympics
It's well known that Arkansas has an elite track and field program, but now there's no doubt the Razorbacks are the king. According to the NCAA, Arkansas has the highest number of track and field athletes in the NCAA going to the Olympics. The Hogs have 20 athletes traveling to Paris, competing for seven countries. They are one of only five universities with double-digit track and field Olympians. The next highest university is Florida, with 17, followed by USC (14), LSU (11), and Texas (10).
UAPB receives 2 new coaches
Tom Manley and Ty Gatson have joined the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff football coaching staff. UAPB announced Friday that Manley has been named running backs coach and special teams coordinator and that Gatson is the new tight ends coach and recruiting coordinator. Manley spent the last two seasons...
Welcome back Mr. Pendergrass! MH School Board makes its decision on appointment
The Mountain Home Public School Board unanimously voted to appoint recently retired board member Neal Pendergrass to fill a vacated position during their meeting on Thursday night. Pendergrass will serve until the spring election in May 2025. The decision came after an extensive interview process with multiple candidates: Cheyla Leaming,...
Boil Water Order Issued for Strawberry, Arkansas
STRAWBERRY, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) has issued a boil water order for the entire Strawberry Waterworks system, effective Thursday. The order comes in response to concerns about an “inadequate disinfectant level” detected in the water system serving the town of Strawberry, located in Lawrence County.
Rain is back in the forecast through the next couple of days
July 22, 2024: Batesville will experience partly cloudy skies throughout the day. Expect temperatures to range from a low of 68°F in the morning to a high of 88°F in the afternoon. There’s a slight chance of a brief afternoon shower, but most of the day will remain dry. Humidity will be moderate, making it feel warm but not excessively muggy.
Red Wolves get commit from Missouri lefty
Mr. No-hitter has committed to the Arkansas State Red Wolves. Lee's Summit (Mo.) West left-handed pitcher Jake Riggin committed to Arkansas State. He is ranked No. 115 in the state's senior class. "An old teammate of mine (had that) nickname for me,'' said Riggin. "I threw 2 no-hitters in my...
City of Warren’s Sanitation Department Showcases New Signage on Boom Loader Truck
WARREN, Ark. – As Saline River Chronicle reported not long ago, the City of Warren’s Sanitation Department recently upgraded its fleet with the addition of a boom loader truck, now proudly displaying new signage to inform residents of its services. The back trailer of the truck is emblazoned with the message: “JUNK PICK-UP, HELP KEEP WARREN CLEAN, 870-226-5860.”
Power restored for 1,000+ people in Jonesboro
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Power has been restored for one part of Jonesboro. According to City Water and Light’s outage map, around 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, there were 1,088 people without power in the area surrounding the intersection of Harrisburg Road and Red Wolf Boulevard. The outages...
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.
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