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UA System President Donald Bobbitt announces retirement
University of Arkansas System President Dr. Donald Bobbitt announced Tuesday (July 16) plans to retire as president after almost 13 years leading the state’s largest university system. Bobbitt began his tenure as president on Nov. 1, 2011, succeeding Dr. B. Alan Sugg, who had led the system for 21...
Arkansas veterans, lawmakers say PBMs slowing access to pharmacies, adding extra steps to get prescriptions
Pharmacies and veterans are expressing frustration over what they call an uphill battle with filling prescriptions, with both pointing to the insurance company used by many veterans as the one needing to fix the problems.
Menifee officials to consider selling water system to CCRWDD
Menifee Officials Weigh Selling Water System to CCRWDD. The agenda is set for a pivotal decision as Menifee officials gear up to discuss the potential sale of the Menifee Waterworks System to Conway County Regional Water Distribution District (CCRWDD). This move has significant implications for the city’s water infrastructure and services.
Board of Adjustments and Appeals Meeting
The Hot Springs Board of Adjustments & Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 4:00 p.m in the Board Chambers of the Hot Springs Municipal Building, 133 Convention Boulevard in Hot Springs. This hearing is to consider the following appeal:. 288 Lake Hamilton Dr. ––...
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...
15 Jul 2024 Seis Puentes Hispanic Outreach in NLR announces ribbon cutting
North Little Rock — Seis Puentes Hispanic Outreach invites the community to the Grand Opening and ribbon cutting of their new building at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31. The new building is located at 3207 MacArthur Drive in the Levy neighborhood. The new location was selected because the...
15 Jul 2024 UA Little Rock Professors Receive $50,000 grant for a centrifuge
Two University of Arkansas at Little Rock chemistry professors have received a $50,000 grant from the Arkansas IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE). The grant will bring new equipment to the campus, significantly enhancing chemistry research and education. The professors have used the grant to acquire an ultra-speed centrifuge...
15 Jul 2024 Park Plaza’s Denim Days benefit Women & Children First
LITTLE ROCK — Park Plaza, Little Rock’s premier shopping and retail destination, announces Denim Days, a campaign to recycle denim and support community impact, from July 15-30. Denim is one of the fall’s hottest fashion trends, and Denim Days allows shoppers to donate worn-out denim — jeans, jackets,...
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...
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