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Benton hospital opens milk bank to benefit Arkansas infants
BENTON, Ark. – A hospital in Benton is opening a resource to provide milk for sick and vulnerable infants throughout Arkansas. Officials with the Saline Memorial Hospital said in a Friday release it was opening a milk bank in support of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Milk Bank program.
Texas couple suing Fayetteville in federal court over ‘unconstitutional’ short-term rental rules
A Texas couple is suing the city of Fayetteville claiming the city's short-term rental rules are "unconstitutional," according to court documents.
Police detain two in Pine Bluff copper case
Two men were taken into custody Thursday after being found with copper wiring, according to the Pine Bluff Police Department. About 4 p.m., Pine Bluff Police officers went to 1711 S. Missouri St. in reference to a possible residential burglary. While at the scene, witnesses told the officers that two...
A stunner near UA, a Wilson Park home, and more from Flyer Homes
Flyer Homes has two brand new listings hitting the market this weekend, and two great homes available in east Fayetteville have new (lower) prices. A stunning new listing from agent Katie Mihalevich at 1794 W. Berry St. near the University of Arkansas that has all the hallmarks of a James Lambeth design will be open to the public from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, July 19. Details are below.
Church collects over 700 new pairs of shoes for young students in need
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A Paragould church is stepping up so local kids are all laced up for the new school year. The church is preparing to give away hundreds of pairs of socks and shoes in light of the back-to-school season. Harvest Baptist Church NEA is hosting the 10th...
Saline Co. Republicans will name new justice of the peace candidate during upcoming convention
SALINE COUNTY, Ark. — Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has called for a convention in Saline County in order to fill a Republican Party vacancy that'll determine the Justice of the Peace candidate for the District 2 race. According to a press release sent by the governor on Friday,...
Ark. Supreme Court Chief Justice praises court system during visit to Texarkana
TEXARKANA, Ark. (KSLA) - Chief Justice John Dan Kemp, of the Arkansas Supreme Court, paid a visit to the Miller County Courthouse in Texarkana Friday (July 19). The chief justice met with area judges and other members of the court system. He said he’s visiting the districts across the state and praising the work being done in the Arkansas court system.
Local Mountain Home artist “ReImagines” slice of downtown square with new mural
Downtown Mountain Home just got a little bit more vibrant!. Catherine Stotesbery, a Mountain Home artist known for her vibrant and expressive work, has recently completed a new mural on the side of Lighthouse Counseling of the Ozarks in downtown Mountain Home. The mural, which took over 30 hours to...
Final Schedule Announced for Hot Springs Baseball Weekend At the Convention Center August 23 – 24
HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK, Arkansas — The schedule for this year’s Hot Springs Baseball Weekend has been finalized, and a scheduled youth baseball clinic led by Cardinal legend Al (The Mad Hungarian) Hrabosky has been dropped because of anticipated hot weather. Baseball Weekend, which celebrates Hot Springs’ fame...
Women’s Golf Championship Comes to Hot Springs
One of Arkansas’ “hidden gems” golf courses is getting more exposure as it hosts its second national event in as many years. The Hot Springs Country Club will host the 94th Ladies National Golf Association Amateur Championship from July 23 to July 25. Tee time is 7:30...
Pine Bluff leaders discuss project focused on fixing flood troubles
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas — One of Arkansas's most flood-prone areas is in Jefferson County. Pine Bluff's spot on the Arkansas River is what helped it grow as a city, but it has also often been a source of its flood problems. Several people attended the Watershed Improvement Project meeting...
Teens, families focus of $200,000 opioid settlement funds for Arkansas nonprofit
Amber Govan often can be found inside an unassuming building off 12th Street in Little Rock working with students during after-school programs or consulting federal agencies on community violence intervention through her nonprofit, Carter’s Crew. Carter’s Crew helps teens in Central Arkansas who have been in the justice system or live in crime-heavy neighborhoods; it […] The post Teens, families focus of $200,000 opioid settlement funds for Arkansas nonprofit appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
FCRA approves trail funding, extends development time
The Fort Chaffee Redevelopment Authority Board of Trustees on Thursday (July 18) agreed to put $25,000 toward trails connecting Chaffee Crossing to Greenwood. The money would support an effort by Sebastian County to extend trails. Specifically, the $25,000 would support the Sebastian County Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP) grant....
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).
“Lost Melon” contest cancelled after organizers say participants trespassed on private property
Organizers with the “Lost Melon “ contest that is a part of the Cave City Watermelon Festival have cancelled the contest after organizers claim participants repeatedly trespassed on numerous private properties searching for the “lost melons” throughout the city. Two days ago organizers put out a...
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