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Arkansas Game & Fish Commission launches new volunteer program for high school students
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — In 2023, Governor Sanders passed the LEARNS Act, which requires students to complete 75 hours of community service in order to graduate. While many schools have worked to create volunteer opportunities for students, a newly established program aims to help out. The Arkansas Game &...
‘The Soul of Philanthropy’ Opens Aug. 22 at Mosaic Templars Cultural Center
August is Black Philanthropy Month, and to celebrate, the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center is partnering with the Arkansas Black Philanthropy Collaborative to bring a new touring exhibit to the MTCC. “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed and Exhibited” is a reimagining of the book “Giving Back” by Valaida Fullwood,...
Panel OKs $7 million for Arkansas school districts to lock up students’ phones during class time
Public school districts across Arkansas are expected to be able to lock up students’ cell phones during school hours, with the state Department of Education distributing $7 million to pay for pouches or lockers. The Arkansas Legislative Council will take up the restricted reserve fund request Friday after the Performance Evaluation and Expenditure Review subcommittee […]
Longtime Badgers announcer Steve Patterson reinstated for 40th season amid social media uproar
Following a controversial social media post this weekend, longtime announcer of Arkadelphia athletics Steve Patterson will return to the press box for a 40th season. The English teacher and “Voice of the Badgers” took to Facebook on Saturday afternoon, Aug. 17, 2024. Patterson, in his mid-60s, called out the “powers that be” for removing him from his post as football and basketball announcer.
Lightning Strike Sparks Tree Fire in Banks
BANKS, Ark. – The Banks Volunteer Fire Department responded to a report of a tree fire early Sunday morning, following a call from a deer hunter. The fire, located off County Road 378 on the Hooks Moro Lease, was reported at approximately 8:30 a.m. Upon arrival, the fire department...
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.
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...
ASUMH launches 2024-2025 Performing Arts Series patron drive
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH) is gearing up for another exciting year of entertainment with its 2024-2025 Performing Arts Series. As preparations for the upcoming season get underway, the university is calling on community members to support the series as patrons or season ticket holders. “To make all of this...
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...
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