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Andrew Best, recognized for his captivating music tailored for families, will be performing live at the Independence County Library on Thursday, July 25
SINGER/SONGWRITER ANDREW BEST TO PERFORM AT INDEPENDENCE COUNTY LIBRARY. (Batesville, AR) Andrew Best, recognized for his captivating music tailored for families, will be performing live at the Independence County Library on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 2 p.m. The event, aimed at both children and parents, includes engaging tunes that are as whimsical and entertaining as they are educational.
New director, branding coming to 64.6 Downtown
There are changes coming to 64.6 Downtown with new leadership set to take over in the coming months. 64.6 Executive Director Talicia Richardson plans to step down to open a private mental health practice in Fort Smith. Amanda Hagar will be the next 64.6 director. Richardson introduced Hager at the...
Fort Smith man celebrates 40th year working at Taco Bell
FORT SMITH, Ark. — Roger Pinkerton, a Fort Smith man, is celebrating his 40th year working at Taco Bell on Grand Avenue. The public is welcome to join the celebration where free drinks will be provided. Spanish version: Para español haga clic aqui. Watch 5NEWS on YouTube. Download...
Arkansas' Luke Hasz looks to build on fantastic freshman start
Sophomore tight end Luke Hasz was on his way to having a stellar year for Arkansas in 2023 until he broke his collarbone in the fifth week of the season against the Texas A&M Aggies on the opening drive. Despite missing the rest of the season, he was named to The Athletic's Midseason Freshman All-America team after catching 16 passes for 253 yards (15.8 avg.) with three touchdowns.
Arkansas Activities Association enshrined Hall of Fame class of 2024
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (KAIT) - The Arkansas Activities Association enshrined the Hall of Fame class of 2024. Former Osceola basketball coach Frankie Gathen, former Marmaduke basketball coach Chester Barner Jr., and Pocahontas alum Jeff Williams are among the honorees. Arkansas High School Coaches Association - 2024 Inductees. Steve Lynch (Bergman/Jasper)
LIVE MUSIC IN ARKANSAS: Ouachita River Band performs on town’s Front Porch Stage
Live Music Flourishes on Front Porch Stage in Mount Ida. The town of Mount Ida in Montgomery County, Arkansas, is abuzz with musical energy as the Ouachita River Band takes to the Front Porch Stage. This outdoor family-friendly live music venue has been a staple of the community since 1999, hosting free performances of bluegrass, gospel, country, and more every Saturday night from May to October.
Marybeth Byrd to play Gulley Park Concert Series July 18
The second-to-last Gulley Park Concert Series of the season is coming up this week. Next up in the series is a performance by The Voice semifinalist Marybeth Byrd, set to perform on Thursday, July 18 as part of the series. From her bio:. Marybeth Byrd’s love is for music that...
Dive-in movies at Wilson Park to show Kung Fu Panda 4 on Friday
The annual Dive-In Movie Series at Wilson Park pool will continue with another screening this weekend. The city’s Parks, Natural Resources and Cultural Affairs department will host a screening of Kung Fu Panda 4 on Friday, July 19. Movies begin at dark, and gates for the movie open at...
Expanded 'Food Truck Friday' Event Set For This Week at Pioneer Village
RISON - Food Truck Friday returns to the Pioneer Village this Friday, July 19. The event, organized by Rison Shine Community Development and the Pioneer Village, which includes the Rison Farmers Market, will feature an additional truck this month. Based on the turnout and feedback from the successful June event,...
Rison School To Get On-Campus Clinic
Mainline Health Systems To Provide Services; Basketball Coaches Hired. RISON - Mainline Health Systems, Inc., will be opening an on-campus clinic at the Rison School campus this year after the Cleveland County School Board approved an agreement with the Monticello-based company during its regular monthly meeting last Thursday night.Meanwhile, the board also approved the hiring of new boys and girls basketball coaches, and granted board-to-board transfer requests during what was new new Superintendent Davy King's first school board meeting.King officially took over as superintendent on July 1. He suc-ceeds Jerrod Williams, who completed his one-year contract wth the district on June 27. King, a Rison native, was previously director of athletics, maintenance and transportation for the district, The board's decision to enter into an agreement with Mainline Health came after a presentation from the company's Ashley Anthony and Amanda Gilbert. Mainline already has school clinics in the Dermott, Hamburg, Lake Village, Sheridan, Star City and Warren school districts. Mainline also has a traditional healthcare clinic at Rison.Gilbert said all school clinics are staffed with nurse practitioners and offer general medical care. She said some offices also offer dental services and some even provide mental health, noting that the school district decides which services to offer.There is no direct cost to the district to have the clinic, it was explained. The district's only obligation is to provide the space, electricity, cleaning and furnishings for the clinic, which usually consists of some chairs and a desk. Mainline will provide the staff, equipment and supplies at no cost.One of the main benefits of having an on-campus clinic, Gilbert said, is that it can be used by both students and staff, eliminating the need to leave school when someone begins feeling sick at school.She explained that the school nurse would still be the first point of contact should a student not feel well. If the student's condition merits anything beyond what care the…
Free Range Conversations: Adventurous Keegan Floats Entire Length of Saline River
RISON - Not many people have floated the entire length of the Saline River from its origins north of Benton to its confluence with the Ouachita River, but Pat Jo Keegan of the Mt. Carmel community is among them. Keegan, who is the District 4 Justice of the Peace on...
Mental evaluation ordered for Rogers man accused of stabbing coworker with ‘X-Acto knife’
A Rogers man accused of stabbing his coworker at a convenience store in June has pleaded not guilty and been ordered to undergo a mental evaluation, according to Benton County prosecutor Joshua Robinson.
Arkansas State Renews Contracts for Women’s Bowling, Soccer, and Golf Coaches
Arkansas State's head coaches in women's bowling, soccer, and golf, Justin Kostick, Brian Dooley, and MJ Desbiens Shaw, have all been granted three-year contract extensions, leading their teams to significant victories and accomplishments. Kostick has led the women's bowling program for 16 seasons, with three NCAA national runner-up finishes in...
Mountain Home City Council to discuss Kroger opioid settlement
The Mountain Home City Council is set to meet on Thursday, July 18, at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The agenda includes several key items, including the Kroger Company opioid settlement, water rate adjustments, and a resolution to rename a portion of W. 7th Street. City...
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