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Arkansas education department reduces work requirement for child care assistance program
Arkansas education officials on Monday announced recently implemented changes to a child care subsidy program, including reducing the required work hours and removing a lifetime limit on benefits. The Child Care Assistance Program, which provides financial assistance to low-income families for quality childcare, is supported through the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF), which is administered […] The post Arkansas education department reduces work requirement for child care assistance program appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Congressman Crawford calls for greater accountability in U.S. Postal Service
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A U.S. Congressman from East Arkansas says there needs to be more accountability within the U.S. Postal Service, especially with the latest increase making the prices of a single stamp 73 cents. First District Congressman Rick Crawford says some resident in East Arkansas are receiving their mail up to three weeks after it was sent, or having their mail arrive at its destination almost a month from the time it was mailed.
Jurassic Adventures, Book Club, and Crafting Corner This Week at the Saline County Library
Get ready for a thrilling week at the Saline County Library, packed with activity and adventure for all ages!. In this fun-filled week, the library is hosting a range of activities to capture the imagination of its visitors. For the young ones, the library is organizing a Jurassic Adventure, where they can embark on an exciting Dungeons & Dragons experience filled with dinosaurs. Ms. Chelsea and Ms. Lyndsey will lead this thrilling adventure at the Bryant Branch.
North Little Rock business still ‘paying it forward’ after fire
A business that some in the community depend on caught on fire a couple of weeks ago. The family who is over the business says they're starting from scratch but still with the same purpose, giving people with a criminal background a second chance.
Arkansas men who stole nearly $13K from self-checkout machines arrested after police chase
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Two Arkansas who reportedly stole $12,985.28 from numerous self-checkout machines across the state were arrested by Pine Bluff police Monday after a brief pursuit. The Pine Bluff Police Department said 31-year-old Jermaine Scott and 27-year-old Montel Vanderbilt were involved in a scam using reloadable Visa...
Pine Bluff Paper Mill to Sell for $110M
Pactiv Evergreen Inc. has agreed to sell its Pine Bluff paper mill to global paper and pulp producer Suzano S.A. for $110 million in cash. This sale also includes the extrusion facility in Waynesville, North Carolina. Suzano is set to offer employment to current employees at both locations. Pine Bluff...
Pine Bluff police request public assistance to locate a man wanted for first-degree domestic battery
Pine Bluff, Arkansas – The Pine Bluff Police Department has issued a public appeal for assistance in locating Tony Andra Williams, who is currently wanted for a serious charge. Williams is accused of first-degree domestic battery stemming from an incident that occurred on June 30, 2024. Tony Andra Williams...
Jacksonville community members discuss ways to curb violence
JACKSONVILLE, Ark. — Community members in Jacksonville have been looking for new ways to curb violence in the city. Several people met on Monday night at a local church to not only discuss the issue but to also discuss solutions. While Jacksonville police report a decrease in home break-ins...
Pine Bluff hires company to revitalize its economy
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — The City of Pine Bluff has been working to revitalize some businesses with hopes of being able to draw more people in. That's been the goal for a while, but now the city is calling for outside help and leaders hope that a new partnership could help bring new developments.
Marshals Museum first year attendance around 65,000; new board member named
With an attendance of around 65,000, the U.S. Marshals Museum has had a good inaugural year, according to Ben Johnson, museum president and CEO. He said attendance for the first year is “really great in the post-COVID world.”. Initial studies suggested the museum could average around 100,000 to 150,000...
Two-vehicle crash results in rollover
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - Traffic is shut down as crews work a rollover crash. Captain Jason Elms, public information officer for the Paragould Police Department, told K8 News the two-vehicle crash happened at the intersection of Court and Third Street. Elms said Court Street, from Second to Third Avenue, has...
Local motorcyclist wins class at Firecracker Mile
COLUMBUS—Over the Fourth of July weekend, local motorcyclist Matt Durand of Columbus won in his class at the Firecracker Mile ECTA Competition in Blytheville, Ark. One of the primary locations for land speed racing, ECTA Motorsports is a home course built on a former Air Force Base in Blytheville. The ECTA is the principal sanctioning […] The post Local motorcyclist wins class at Firecracker Mile appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Caring and Sharing Food Pantry in DeWitt seeks donations and volunteers amid increased demand
The Caring and Sharing Food Pantry in DeWitt is for South Arkansas County residents seeking supplemental food assistance. Pantry organizer and volunteer Jean Prange said it is open four times a month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “We are open the second Tuesday and Thursday and the fourth Tuesday...
Update: Suspect identified following police standoff
BROOKLAND, Ark. (KAIT) - Police have identified the suspect in custody following a Tuesday morning standoff that shut down Highway 49 B. According to Brookland Police Chief Jon Moore, Kendrick Anderson was wanted on a misdemeanor for fleeing with their agency. Chief Moore said they initially ran his name and...
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