Hickory Ridge
LATEST NEWS
Arkansas Outdoor School Coordinator receives lifetime service award from Arkansas Environmental Education Association
LITTLE ROCK — For more than 20 years, Eric De Vries has made a career of helping children discover a love of nature and a passion for learning. De Vries, extension coordinator of Arkansas Outdoor School for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, was recently recognized for his efforts by the Arkansas Environmental Education Association with the Robert McAfee Lifetime Service Award.
Arkansas receives $40 million in federal infrastructure grants
Three Arkansas infrastructure projects will receive $40 million in federal funding as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced Wednesday. The funding is part of $1.8 billion in awards from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) discretionary grant program. Wednesday’s announcement brings...
Arkansas Racing Commission Awards Pope County Casino License to Cherokee Nation
The Arkansas Racing Commission has awarded the Pope County casino license to Oklahoma-based Cherokee Nation Entertainment (CNE). The unanimous decision came after Thursday’s meeting where commissioners interviewed representatives from Cherokee and reviewed their application. Arkansas Racing Commission awards fourth and final license in the Natural State to Cherokee Nation.
Arkansas awarded $2 million for endangered species recovery effort
Arkansas has received a $2.2 million federal grant to support land acquisition for the recovery of endangered species, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced Monday. The funding is part of $48.4 million in grants to 19 states and Guam to support land acquisition and conservation planning projects on more than 23,000 acres of habitat […] The post Arkansas awarded $2 million for endangered species recovery effort appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
St. Bernards Unveils Latest Robotic Surgical Option, Performing Device’s First Procedure in Arkansas
JONESBORO, Ark. – Building upon 16 years of successful robotic surgeries, surgeons at St. Bernards Medical Center have begun using a new, highly-advanced surgical robot that can improve outcomes for patients and give doctors better insights and accuracy. This new robot, the Intuitive da Vinci 5® surgical system, specializes...
Arkansas woman turns routine gas stop into $50,000 lottery win
Wynne, Arkansas – Christine H., a resident of Wynne, Arkansas, recently turned a routine gas station stop into a life-changing event by winning $50,000 from a $20 scratch-off lottery ticket. This significant win comes from the $1,000,000 VIP Club instant game, adding a touch of excitement to Christine’s regular lottery participation.
‘Battle of the Bats’ fastpitch tournament coming to Wynne in October
WYNNE — The Fastpitch America Softball Association will host “Battle of the Bats” on Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Wynne Sports Complex. It will be a double-elimination tournament featuring five-inning, 75-minute games. The entry fee is $250 for teams 8U through 18U. Rings will be presented to...
Cross County Chamber to host Back-to-School Bash with foam party, food trucks, and Miss Arkansas
WYNNE — The Cross County Chamber of Commerce will host a Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, July 27, in the parking lot of the Bill Thomas Tech Center in Wynne. The hours of the event are from noon to 3 p.m. The event will include a foam party, inflatables, food...
Closures, trash schedule changes announced for Independence Day
WYNNE — Wynne City Hall, the Wynne Street and Sanitation Department and the Cross County Courthouse will all be closed on Thursday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday. The courthouse will also be closed on Friday, July 5. As a result, there will be no garbage pickup on...
Little Rock resident hits jackpot with second lottery ticket
Little Rock, Arkansas – A Pulaski County resident, A. Nelson from Little Rock, recently claimed a significant lottery jackpot. Nelson won $41,542 with a mere $5 investment in the AR Progressive Jackpot Fast Play game. The winning ticket was purchased at Nikki Food Mart, located at 10401 Arch St....
Bentonville High School student crowned 2024 Miss Arkansas Teen
ARKANSAS, USA — A Northwest Arkansas teen is making the region proud. Peyton Bolling was crowned the newest Miss Arkansas Teen on Friday, June 14, at the Robinson Center in Little Rock. Bolling will be a senior at Bentonville High School in the 2024-2025 school year. "I am from...
Newport Tech Depot recognized for its community impact
NEWPORT, Ark. (KAIT) - The U.S. Economic Development Administration says Newport’s Tech Depot is a shining example of a community providing much-needed training to its citizens. During its recent Austin Regional Office conference, the EDA awarded the project its Star of the Southwest Award. The award was presented to...
Arkansas leaders attend reactivation and assumption of command ceremony at 188th Wing in Fort Smith
FORT SMITH, Ark. — Local, state, and federal leaders were at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith on July 2 to reactivate the 85th Fighter Group and 57th Fighter Squadron that were last stationed in Iceland. The two groups will help train allied nations and their pilots...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.