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After months of silence, former Bull Shoals Mayor Michael Savu reveals reasons for resignation
It was the resignation that shook up local politics in a small rural town in Northern Arkansas. After serving for a little over a year in office after defeating disgraced Bull Shoals Mayor David Nixon in a runoff election in 2022, who would later be arrested on a charge of stealing taxpayer money, former Bull Shoals Mayor Michael Savu swiftly and suddenly turned in his resignation letter to the Bull Shoals City Council in April of this year.
Two People Killed in Carroll County Traffic Crash
Two people from Berryville are dead after a three vehicle crash in Carroll County Thursday afternoon. According to the report filed by the Arkansas State Police, a pick-up truck driven by 36-year-old Matthew Porter was passing another pick-up along the east ditch line of Highway 21. As Porter's pick-up tried to reenter the roadway, it clipped the other pickup causing Porters' vehicle to spin into the other lane where it collided with a Freightliner truck.
Review: HAMILTON THE MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center
The ten-dollar founding father without a father has landed in Arkansas again, but this time at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville, which you can catch now through Sunday, August 25, and they have an all-new cast. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, and based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography, the Angelica Tour of HAMILTON has begun their conquest starting in Northwest Arkansas to the delight of the patrons of the WAC.
Leadership Magnolia application deadline today
Today is the application deadline for the Leadership Magnolia-Columbia County program. Applications are being accepted for the Leadership Magnolia-Columbia County Class of 2024-2025. The mission of Leadership Magnolia-Columbia County is to improve the quality of life in the community by developing qualified leaders who will address and facilitate solutions to...
Forbes names St. Bernards to ‘America’s Best-In-State Employers 2024’ list
JONESBORO, Arkansas — St. Bernards Healthcare announced its selection to Forbes’ “America’s Best-In-State Employers 2024” list, joining a group of 25 employers in Arkansas. St. Bernards’ ranking marks the only organization based in Northeast Arkansas with a presence on the list. Forbes Media LLC...
Tim Graves and the Farm Hands to perform at Bluegrass Monday next week
JONESBORO, Arkansas — Tim Graves and the Farm Hands will perform bluegrass, country and gospel music at the next KASU-FM Bluegrass Monday concert. The show will be at 7 p.m. this Monday, Aug. 26, at the Collins Theatre in downtown Paragould. Since its formation in 2010, the Farm Hands...
Fun Events in Texarkana and Beyond This Weekend August 23-25
Hooray for the weekend! This weekend enjoy the outdoors when you can, the temperatures will be in the mid-90s but the forecast is calling for low humidity and that can make all the difference. We found a few events going on this weekend August 23-25 that are worth checking out.
UAPB accounting student worked as intern with global company EY
Chikomborero Musinga, an accounting student who recently completed an internship at EY, can attest to the fact that the Department of Accounting at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a gateway to a world of lifetime opportunities, offering unique experiences and connections that can shape one’s future.
Bears Triumph in Season Opener
The Central Arkansas men's soccer team achieved a solid start to the season, defeating the Evangel Valor 3-0. Key contributions came from new players, including a goal from Sohma Ichikawa just three minutes into the match. The Bears maintained defensive strength throughout, limiting Evangel's offensive opportunities. Matheo Francou and Keiji Nakazawa added to the score, ensuring a dominant performance. Central Arkansas is now 1-0 as they prepare for their next matchup against Wake Forest, a strong opponent this Sunday.
Volleyball Bears Impress in 2-2 Exhibition Draw with No. 19 Arkansas
SPRINGFIELD – Missouri State and preseason 19th-ranked Arkansas each won two sets Thursday in a pre-determined four set exhibition match at Hammons Student Center in front of a crowd estimated around 1,000 fans. The Razorbacks won 25-20 in each of the first two periods, while the Bears grabbed wins of 27-25 and 25-18 in sets three and four. "I thought we played a great all-around match tonight," said head coach Steven McRoberts . The crowd was tremendous, and I hope they all come back and support us on Sept. 4 in our home opener against Tulsa. The teams were nearly...
Jonesboro Unlimited Awarded $700,000 Grant to Support Small Business
JONESBORO, Ark. — Jonesboro Unlimited has been awarded a $700,000 grant to support small business development and expansion by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA). The grant will support the JumpStart Partnership, which will help local entrepreneurs and small business owners find the assistance they...
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