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Bailey Library at Hendrix Joins Oberlin Group of Libraries
CONWAY, Ark. (July 23, 2024) — Hendrix College’s Olin C. Bailey Library has joined the Oberlin Group of Libraries, a consortium of more than 80 liberal arts college libraries. It is the first library in Arkansas to hold Oberlin Group membership, which is by invitation only. “Having Bailey...
UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative Receives $5 Million Grant to Support Training Programs
July 22, 2024 | 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...
Gun thefts from cars: Dangerous but preventable
Little Rock (KATV) — A new report finds gun thefts from cars make up the single largest source of stolen guns in America, fueling violent crime and putting lives at risk. It's happening here in Arkansas, too, where firearms are a way of life for many - popular for shooting, for sport, and for self-defense - and the victims are often responsible gun owners.
Dumas man wins $500,000 in Arkansas lottery scratch-off
One Arkansas lottery player recently won big with a lucky scratch-off ticket he purchased on his way to work. A Dumas resident, identified by the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery only as “Michael R.,” won $500,000 by playing the $20 200X the Win instant game. He claimed his prize at the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) Claim Center on July 19, 2024.
Little Rock VA to Host Virtual Claims Clinic for Arkansas Veterans on July 25
Attention Arkansas Veterans, your monthly virtual VA claims clinic is coming up on Thursday, if you need claim information or need to schedule an appointment, we have the links and numbers you need below. Date and Time: Thursday, July 25, 2024, from 4 - 6 PM. Event Details: Arkansas Veterans...
ADH to offer free vaccinations for students at Batesville clinic on July 30
The Independence County Health Unit of the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) will offer a free back-to-school vaccination clinic on Tuesday, July 30, at 120 Weaver Ave. in Batesville from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. “We want Independence County students to stay healthy during the school year, and getting vaccinations...
Spartan Mowers donates to United Way raffle
Spartan Mowers, a high-performance zero-turn mower manufacturer in Batesville, has partnered with the United Way of North Central Arkansas to donate a new RZ-Pro 54″ mower as part of a fundraising effort. “We are thrilled to partner with United Way of North Central Arkansas in their tireless efforts to...
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...
Baptist Health Community Outreach to host free immunization clinics for back-to-school
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — With the return to school just on the horizon, it is important that all are up to date on immunizations required by state law. To ensure these immunizations are available to all, Baptist Health Community Outreach is hosting multiple opportunities for free back-to-school shots. Immunizations...
West Memphis School District officially begins search for new superintendent
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — The West Memphis School District is officially beginning its search for a new superintendent Monday, July 22, after the death of Dr. Terrence A. Brown in May, the district's education board announced. Before his death, Brown had been superintendent of the district for less than...
Man accused of robbing victims at gunpoint
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he robbed several victims at gunpoint. On Monday, July 22, Craighead County District Judge Tommy Fowler found probable cause to charge 27-year-old Alvin Shakur Moore with felony robbery and felony theft by receiving a firearm less than $2,500.
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