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Weekend Drowning Reported In Cherokee Village
Officials confirmed the Cherokee Village Police Department is conducting an investigation into the death of a Ukrainian citizen who drowned over the weekend. Authorities say a body was found in Lake Cherokee on Saturday morning. Authorities identified the victim as Sergii Fetsiuk, age 46 of Ukraine. Fetsiuk was in the...
Crystal Bridges to unveil ‘Time Loop’ outdoor light and sound show
Crystal Bridges will soon open a new light and sound installation inspired by the museum’s wilderness. The new exhibit, called “Time Loop,” is a collaboration between Crystal Bridges and Klip Collective, a creative studio that uses digital mapping technology to create light projections. It opens Wednesday, Sept. 4.
Mike McNeill’s Diary for Monday, July 29, 2024: The new school year begins
We sent a message early Friday to John Ward, superintendent of the Magnolia School District, asking for an earlier appraisal of two topics – the district-wide ban on smart phones, and the reaction to the early school start brought on by the new 12-month calendar. Ward said he knows of only two instances in which smart phones were confiscated on Thursday – the first day of school. “It has been unbelievable. Kids have been great, and not having phones has not been an issue. Kids are visiting with each other during lunch and are having conversation with each other. It is almost like they were wanting for someone to tell them to put the phones up,” he wired. Ward also said he never dreamed that the 12-month calendar would be received this well. “Overall this may be the best start I have ever had to a school year. I was very unsure about the new schedule, but I genuinely think kids and teachers were ready to come back,” he said.
Rob Jarvis joins Razorback program as assistant coach
FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas men’s head coach Chris Bucknam announced the hiring of Rob Jarvis as an assistant coach with Razorback track and field. Jarvis joins the Arkansas men’s program from the University of Miami where he has coached with the Hurricanes from the 2017 season. Jarvis recently earned the 2024 USTFCCCA South Region Men’s Assistant Coach of the Year.
REO Speedwagon, Loverboy coming to Jonesboro
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - If you can’t fight this feeling and find yourself always working for the weekend, you’re in luck. REO Speedwagon and Loverboy are coming to Jonesboro. First National Bank Arena, 217 Olympic Dr., announced Monday that the two rock bands will perform at 7:30 p.m....
Bryant City Council Agenda for July 30th: Lacrosse Agreement, Bond Reports, and Stillman Drainage
Bryant City Council Agenda for July 30th: Lacrosse Agreement, Bond Reports, and Stillman Drainage. The Bryant City Council will convene on July 30, 2024, at 6:30 PM. This meeting is part of the council’s regular schedule, designed to address and discuss various matters of local governance and development. The agenda for this session includes several key items requiring resolution and approval.
Eighth Annual Howard L. House Golf Tournament scheduled for weekend
Featured image: Participants in a recent Howard L. House Memorial Golf Tournament. This weekend, the tournament celebrates its eighth year. The Eighth Annual Howard L. House Memorial Golf Tournament, presented by First Community Bank, will be held on August 3 and 4 at The Course at Eagle Mountain in Batesville.
Postal Service Hosting Job Fairs in Pocahontas and Marked Tree
POCAHONTAS, Ark. – Both Pocahontas and Marked Tree are hosting job fairs from the United States Postal Service this week, a press release said. The USPS is focused on building a more stable and empowered workforce, and is seeking motivated individuals to fill immediate openings for Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) positions. A postal job offers employees the ability to work where they live, competitive pay, stability, lifelong benefits and career advancement opportunities throughout the entire agency.
Crystal Bridges Museum names Susan Peacock as chief impact officer
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Momentary in Bentonville announced Monday (July 29) the appointment of Susan Peacock as chief impact officer. With Crystal Bridges set to unveil a substantial expansion in 2026, establishing the chief impact officer role signals an effort to strengthen the institution’s reach in Arkansas, nationally, and globally, the museum said in a press release.
Students from southeast Arkansas awarded in welding contest
Twenty-six University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-Crossett welding students competed at the Arkansas SkillsUSA Conference, with several earning top honors. The event was held this spring in Hot Springs, according to a news release. Three UAM-CTC college welding students and three UAM-CTC concurrently enrolled high school welding students...
‘Out of order!’ Bull Shoals City Councilman admits to secret phone conversations in Thursday council meeting
It’s a common phrase that’s become all too familiar for upset residents in Bull Shoals as they attempt to address their concerns with Bull Shoals Mayor Carol Duss and members of the Bull Shoals City Council. Over the last few contentious months since the resignation of former Bull...
El Dorado Shootout will draw top women golfers to South Arkansas
Murphy USA has announced the 2024 El Dorado Shootout tournament presented by PepsiCo and Celsius is set for September 20-22 at Mystic Creek Golf Course. Over these three days, top women golfers will compete for a total purse of $337,500 at a course Golfweek named one of the best in Arkansas in 2023.
Springdale School District aims to sell 28.7 acres at intersection of Don Tyson Parkway, George Anderson Road.
Following a commitment to strategic growth and development, the Springdale School District has set its sights on selling a significant parcel of land at the intersection of Don Tyson Parkway and George Anderson Road. This sale marks a crucial step in the district’s ongoing efforts to optimize resource allocation and prioritize innovative programs for its students.
Cate’s Pharmacy & Mini Donuts Replaces Jess’s Chicken in West Little Rock
Cate’s Pharmacy & Mini Donuts Replaces Jess’s Chicken in West Little Rock. Jess’s Chicken, a fried chicken fast casual restaurant located at 10907 N. Rodney Parham Rd. in Little Rock, has permanently closed its doors. Owner David Alan Bubbus Jr. has partnered with pharmacist Daniel Cate to...
Razorback players discuss Arkansas practices
Boogie Fland, Adou Thiero and Trevon Brazile discuss what it's like working with new Arkansas coach John Calipari. Fland is a high school recruit, Thiero played under Calipari at Kentucky, and Brazile is the lone returnee on the R�
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