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OHP: Two Oklahoma men killed in separate single-vehicle wrecks along state roads
Two men died in separate single-vehicle crashes along state roads, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported. Open the video player above to see some of the headlines KOCO 5 is following. Craig A. Barker, 58, of Davidson, was driving a pickup south on a Tillman County road and attempted to turn...
Arkansas Advocate : Arkansas coalition receives $100 million in federal funds for energy, environment projects
Approximately half of Arkansas’ population is expected to feel the effects of a $100 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency to reduce climate pollution. A coalition including Metroplan, Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission and the city of Fort Smith is one of 25 recipients of the nationally funded grants, according to a press release. The funding is available through President Joe Biden’s Investing in America Agenda.
Scattered showers in Magnolia today, then clear and hot
Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms will once again be possible across the Four State Region on Sunday, July 28, 2024 as the area continues to deal with an upper-level trough. Otherwise, no additional hazardous weather is expected at this time. The National Weather Service in Shreveport said precipitation coverage...
2025 NBA Draft: Johnuel "Boogie" Fland Set to Lead Arkansas Basketball Into New Era
The Archbishop Stepinac star combo guard committed to John Calipari at Kentucky, and followed him to Arkansas. What does his ceiling look like with this hyper-talented team?
Lyon College breaks ground for Arkansas dental school
Lyon College marked a historic milestone Thursday, July 25, 2024 with the groundbreaking ceremony for the Lyon College School of Dental Medicine, the first dental school in the state of Arkansas. The event at the school’s Riverdale campus was celebrated with a symbolic sledgehammer strike, marking the official start of...
Breckenridge to welcome 'Film Alley' theater in place of former Regal location
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A new movie theater is on its way to the Natural State's capital: Film Alley. The theater is set to come to Little Rock's Breckenridge Village on the site of the former Regal Cinema, which closed after an EF-3 tornado hit Little Rock in March 2023.
Arkansas Faces Dangerous Heat Wave with High Heat Index Values
Little Rock, AR – The National Weather Service in Little Rock has issued a heat advisory for Monday as temperatures across Arkansas are expected to rise significantly. The forecast predicts high temperatures reaching up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit in several areas, with heat index values exceeding 105 degrees. According...
UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative gets $5 million grant for training programs
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a five-year, $5 million federal grant to support the UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative in its mission to improve the quality of care for older adults. The Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program grant, awarded by the Health Resources and Services Administration...
PHOTOS: Artist and campers create mural in Fayetteville – Northwest Arkansas
When a project includes a public art element, the city issues a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit proposals from interested artists. RFQs include details of the artwork, such as the location, scale, and payment structures, ensuring all participants are well-equipped to contribute their best work. Artists submit their portfolios, resumes, and statements of interest for review by the Fayetteville Arts Council. Selected artists receive a stipend to produce a detailed rendering of their proposal, which the Arts Council evaluates and selects the final piece.
How the Razorbacks are Embracing the Hog
Embracing the Hog: Razorbacks Enter 2024 Season Refreshed. The University of Arkansas football program is looking forward to the 2024 season with renewed energy and determination. After a less than optimal performance in the previous season, the Razorbacks are embracing the Hog spirit to overcome their challenges. Despite their 3-7...
Oklahoma Forecast: Rain Showers and 110F Heat Wave Expected
Tulsa, OK – Rain and storm chances are possible this morning across parts of northeast Oklahoma as precipitation moves in from the west. Brief heavy rainfall is possible in the stronger showers and thunderstorm activity. According to the US National Weather Service in Tulsa, the probability of thunderstorms ranges...
Bentonville director of administration retires after five-year tenure with city
Bentonville Director of Administration Retires After Five-Year Tenure with City. After five dedicated years of serving as the Director of Administration in Bentonville, [Name] has passed the torch, retiring from this position. During their tenure, they played a crucial role in the city’s growth and development. From overseeing various city departments to steering important initiatives, [Name] leaves behind a legacy of hard work and dedication.
Researchers have been monitoring Lake Fayetteville's harmful algal blooms for 5 years. Here's what they found
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Every summer, our area's bodies of water seem to close down because of bacteria in the water. In Fayetteville, this continues to happen with harmful algal blooms in Lake Fayetteville. Since 2019, researchers have studied the patterns of these blooms in hopes of protecting the public.
Pine Bluff utility lauds licensure of 3rd woman on staff
When Amber Faucette received her Class IV operator license from the Arkansas Division of Environmental Quality this month, she helped Pine Bluff Wastewater Utility reach a milestone. Faucette became the third woman in the utility to reach Class IV, the highest level of licensure for a wastewater operator in the...
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