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Bella Vista residents start to get power back
BELLA VISTA, Ark. — Some residents in Bella Vista that lost power on Friday night are starting to get it back as the weekend comes to close. Frank Yakopec and his wife live in a neighborhood near Lake Loch Lomond and lost power on Friday night. “The more we...
Little Rock’s high-end home sales for July 22-26: Six of the most expensive properties
Little Rock’s High-End Home Sales for July 22-26: Six of the Most Expensive Properties. Last week’s high-end home sales in Little Rock saw several notable transactions, with six properties standing out as the most expensive purchases between July 22 and 26. The top sale during this period was...
MPD investigates 2 separate overnight shootings
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis Police are investigating two separate shootings Monday morning. One of the shootings happened on Texas Street in South Memphis just before 2:30 a.m. According to Memphis Police, a woman was taken to the hospital in critical condition. The other shooting occurred on I-40 westbound near...
Career Tech Center-West student takes part in NASA internship
Photo: Manev Patel at Career Tech Center-West. Patel participated in an internship this summer with NASA. (Bob Bakken/desotocountynews.com) Aug 18, 2024 – DeSoto Central junior Manev Patel could have been doing a lot of things during summer vacation. But Patel, who takes automotive technology and robotics/engineering classes at Career Tech Center-West in Horn Lake in addition to coursework at DeSoto Central, this summer chose to take on an internship through the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, which we all know at NASA.
Second half surge pushes Memphis over Mizzou soccer
Mizzou Soccer (1-1) was unable to slay Goliath on Sunday night, losing to the No. 10 Memphis Tigers (2-0) 2-0 on its home turf at Audrey J. Walton Stadium. Memphis did the entirety of its damage in the second half, scoring two goals while outshooting Mizzou 5-3 in the final 45.
Soccer Falls to No. 10 Memphis
The University of Missouri soccer team fell 2-0 to No. 10 Memphis in a hard-fought match at Walton Stadium. Despite several scoring opportunities, Missouri couldn't capitalize, and a Memphis goal shortly after halftime became the pivotal moment of the game. The Tigers started strong, with multiple attempts including a close header by Kylee Simmons, but were unable to break through Memphis's defense. The match concluded with another Memphis goal, sealing the victory for the visitors.
Binghampton inches closer to revitalized Lester Community Center
The revitalization of the Lester Community Center reached a significant milestone on August 12th with the Topping Out Ceremony, a traditional event marking the completion of the building’s highest point. The ceremony was a momentous occasion for the Binghampton community, symbolizing the progress and promise that this new facility brings.
Highlighting History: Northeast Mississippi’s lost town
IUKA, Miss. (WTVA) – In 1976, a northeast Mississippi town was sacrificed for the building of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. After being founded in 1907, thanks in part to the Illinois Central Railroad, Holcut served as the home to many residents including Linda Lambert, Treva Belue, Annette Daniel, and Gene Odell Randolph, or “Odie.”
It’s rare when an approach shot to 75 feet is amazing, but Thomas Detry’s may make you change your mind
MEMPHIS — Thomas Detry played his first 10 holes Sunday at the FedEx St. Jude Championship in seven under par, but the shot he might remember best in his final round at TPC Southwind is his approach into the 13th green that settled 74 feet from the pin. OK,...
Keyes back for another run at EMCC
Quarterback Ty Keyes won three state championships at Taylorsville High School. When it comes to prep resumes, fewer are finer than the one Keyes put together in his four years on the high school level. In addition to that trio of state titles, Keyes was named the Gatorade Player of the Year for the state of Mississippi, earned three Mr. Football honors, was selected as a Dandy Dozen by the Clarion Ledger, played in the Mississippi/Alabama All-State game and threw for 14,525 yards and 155 touchdowns.
Armed Robbery in Frayser Leads to Officer-Involved Shooting and Police Chase (Video)
An armed robbery in the Frayser area of Memphis escalated into an officer-involved shooting and a police chase on Monday evening. The incident, which was captured on surveillance video, has resulted in one arrest while two suspects remain at large. Memphis Police Department (MPD) continues to investigate the situation as they search for the remaining suspects.
University of Central Arkansas announces incoming Honors Scholars for fall 2024 semester
University of Central Arkansas Announces Incoming Honors Scholars for Fall 2024 Semester. The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) has selected 80 incoming first-year students as the newest class of Schedler Honors College Scholars and 40 incoming first-year students for its Schedler Honors Program for the fall 2024 semester. These students...
Teaching students money skills lauded
We recently applauded the efforts of an initiative to bring financial literacy to adults by way of helping them understand their credit scores. We extend that tip of the hat to the Watson Chapel School District for pushing money literacy into the classroom. New.
Hogs hoping special teams special in 2024
FAYETTEVILLE — A staple that Razorback fans have come to depend on with special teams is now a big question mark until the 2024 football season begins. It will be hard replacing kicker Cam Little and punter Max Fletcher. Little, now kicking for the Jacksonville Jaguars, was as dependable...
ARTx3 Campus invites the public to free reception for Heidi Carlsen-Rogers exhibition
Pine Bluff, Arkansas – The ARTx3 Campus is excited to invite the public to a special opening reception for the new exhibition “Glimmer” by artist Heidi Carlsen-Rogers. This free event will take place from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, at the Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, located at 701 S. Main St. in Pine Bluff. The exhibition is sponsored by the Kline Family Foundation.
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