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Ionizing Radiation Training Could Be Required for Your Research
The State of Arkansas requires all researchers who will use or be exposed to radioactive material or ionizing radiation-emitting devices to complete a four-hour, in-person safety training. Campus researchers who have not previously completed this training and will be working with such materials are required to complete the training. The...
Lamar School District temporarily cancels school after power outage
LAMAR, Ark. — According to the Lamar School District, school's out — at least for Monday, Aug. 19. Spurred on by a swift cold front, storms swept through the area on Saturday, Aug. 17, and Sunday, Aug. 18 downing power lines with high winds. According to an Arkansas...
Bella Vista residents recover from weekend storms as the city prepares for debris pickup
BELLA VISTA, Ark. — Residents in the city of Bella Vista are still working to recover following Friday night's severe thunderstorms that rolled through Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley. "We noticed that we had a lot of debris and downed trees," resident Ginger Johnson said. "Our building was...
Arkansas Tech Welcomes Freshmen to Campus
Arkansas Tech University freshmen began their orientation to campus with a greeting from ATU President Dr. Russell Jones on Sunday, Aug. 18. “I know you probably have a lot of different feelings right now,” said Jones during an address to ATU freshmen at John E. Tucker Coliseum. “Some of you are excited. Some are nervous. Some are probably tired from moving into your residence hall. But let me tell you…you have all these people around you to support you. You have all of your faculty members to support you. One thing you will find about Arkansas Tech is that everyone wants you to succeed. We are a community where everybody cares about everybody else. Each of you are different and have different needs. We are here to help you find your journey.”
Startup Junkie kicks off accelerator for AI, machine learning startups
Startup Junkie Foundation announced Monday (Aug. 19) the nine participants of its fifth accelerator for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning startups. The 10-week Fuel Accelerator starts Aug. 27. Following are the companies included in the accelerator. Bella Vista-based Ask Steve. Phoenix-based Botco. Fayetteville-based Flye.ai. Austin, Texas-based Homekynd. Atlanta-based Knosc.
Tenants at Fayetteville senior apartment complex say rent increase forcing them out
On Thursday night, residents of Wedington Place Senior Apartments complex packed around fold-out tables in the center's community room to discuss the news of steep rent hikes. Rosa Floyd, whose 78-year-old mother and 84-year-old father both live at Wedington, helped organize this listening session for the tenants. "Well, I mean...
Ecotech working to convert former Trane site into plastics manufacturing plant
Far from being a foreign-owned threat to U.S. national security, Ecotech is planning to renovate the former Trane facility in Fort Smith into a manufacturing operation for its consumer products made from recycled plastics. Ecotech, a subsidiary of Mira Loma, Calif.-based Olivet International, has a recycling and manufacturing operation in...
Sebastian Countywide Fall Cleanup Campaign begins Sept. 14
SEBASTIAN COUNTY, Ark. — The Sebastian Countywide Fall Cleanup Campaign begins Sept. 14. Cleanup site dumpsters will be available for residents with proof of residency through a driver's license. If you do not have a nearby cleanup site and live in Sebastian County, you can use any of the...
Community leaders call for public to rally behind Baxter Day Service Center
The Baxter Day Service Center, a cornerstone of recycling and developmental services in Mountain Home for over five decades, is facing significant financial challenges and seeking community support to continue its vital operations. On August 8, Mountain Home Mayor Hillrey Adams hosted a roundtable session with community leaders and representatives...
LRSD board holds special meeting to discuss new leadership transition following Superintendent Jermall Wright’s resignation announcement
The topic of transitioning was the focus at the Little Rock School District board’s special meeting on Monday after the superintendent announced his resignation last week.
Ricebird fans get first look at Stuttgart football teams during ‘Meet the Ricebirds’ event last Thursday
Ricebird fans got their first glimpse of both the senior high and junior high football teams at last Thursday night’s “Meet the Ricebirds” event inside Ned Moseley Stadium. The annual event allows parents and fans to connect names with numbers as each athlete is introduced to the crowd.
ARTx3 campus announces September 2024 events
Reception: Pine Bluff Art League Annual Exhibition — 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5. The Arts & Science Center will host the 2024 “Pine Bluff Art League Annual Exhibition,” opening on Thursday, Sept. 5. Juried by Little Rock artist and educator Margo Duvall, the show will consist of selected works from members of the Pine Bluff Art League. Celebrate this year’s artists during a free opening reception from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, at the Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, 701 S. Main St. in Pine Bluff.
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