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Texarkana Airport installs Pluie changing tables in restrooms
RKANA, Ark. - The new airport terminal in Texarkana includes a number of modernized features including one product that recently appeared on the popular ABC show, "Shark Tank." Airport officials believe the new baby product will give traveling families peace of mind. The Pluie was featured on "Shark Tank" Season...
Calipari’s first Hogs roster proof his biggest change was adopting new recruiting strategy
In the case of first-year Arkansas men's basketball coach John Calipari -- his bullet-proof brilliance as a recruiter has gone unmatched spanning decades in the Division 1 game -- a change of scenery moving from Kentucky to Fayetteville has sparked an awakening while igniting a still-something-to-prove fuse that goes beyond the expected explosion-spectacle of a 15-year-blueblood-tenured, already-enshrined Naismith Hall of Fame coach leaving for another SEC program.
eStem Public Charter Schools to Launch Freshman Academy
EStem Public Charter Schools recently received approval from the State Board of Education to establish the eStem High School Freshman Academy, which will relocate ninth grade from the eStem Junior High to the high school program. Following this approval, Dr. Tiffany Gibson has been appointed executive administrator for the Freshman Academy, set to be housed at the former East Village Junior High campus.
Jonesboro pet vaccine clinic pre-registration deadline moved up
Organizers make a change in plans ahead of the next low-cost pet vaccine clinic in Jonesboro. Due to high demand, organizers have moved up the pre-registration deadline a day. You now must pre-register for the clinic by noon on Tuesday, July 9. The clinic will take place on Saturday, July...
Opposing Groups Spar as Signatures Submitted to Exclude Pope County from Casinos
The great casino saga of Pope County rolls on. The group, Local Voters in Charge, on Friday submitted signatures to the state attorney general’s office to place a constitutional amendment on the November ballot repealing the casino license recently awarded to the Cherokee Nation for a planned casino in Russellville.
2025 All-American Tavion Wallace Pledges to Arkansas
The University of Arkansas has successfully landed one of the top players in the country. 2025 All-American Tavion Wallace from Wayne County High School in Georgia has committed to the Razorbacks. According to 247Sports, Wallace is the No.36 overall player in the nation and a four-star prospect. Past members of...
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System to host festival for veterans July 24
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System to Host Festival for Veterans on July 24. The Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) is gearing up to host the Summer Vet Fest, a special event designed to bring together and support local veterans. This exciting festival is set to take place on July 24 at the Arkansas Military and First Responders Academy.
City to hold neighborhood cleanup
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The city of Jonesboro will be holding a neighborhood cleanup. According to a social media post, the cleanup will be on Saturday, July 13, and will go from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The cleanup will be at 701 East Highland Drive and city staff will...
Defense Puts Little Rock Rangers on the Verge of Division Title
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Through nine USL2 league games, the Little Rock Rangers have allowed just one goal, putting them in position to clinch a Mid-South Division title. Little Rock kept a season shutout until the seventh game of the season and have yet to lose a divisional matchup. They currently hold a 7-2-0 record and have outscored opponents 17-1.
Surgeon at St. Bernards makes history using new robotic system
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - St. Bernards Healthcare is excited to announce the successful completion of its first surgery using its new surgical system. Dr. Willie Harper performed the first gastric bypass surgery using the new system, which specializes in minimally invasive surgical procedures for various types of surgeries. St. Bernards...
LRPD encourages all to donate at Little Rock Boots & Badges Blood Drive
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — On July 25, a blood drive will take place, at the Little Rock Police Department Sub Station from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. It is located at 3999 W. 12th Street, on the corner of 12th and Pine Streets. Those who donate will be provided...
Razorbacks’ defensive lineman Jackson lands first preseason All-American honor
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Arkansas defensive lineman Landon Jackson has earned his first preseason All-America nod, garnering second-team recognition from the Walter Camp Football Foundation. Jackson proved to be one of the nation’s most dominant pass rushers last season, tallying 44 total tackles, including 13.5 tackles for loss, with 6.5...
D1 Baseball names Arkansas pitcher Gabe Gaeckle First-Team Freshman All-American
Razorback baseball has been very at one thing over the past few years, and that is producing elite pitchers. Arkansas pitcher Gabe Gaeckle seems to be the next one up. He was named a freshman All-American by D1 Baseball, the third honor of its kind this season for him. In...
Catching up with Hunter Mickelson of Team Arkansas TBT
FAYETTEVILLE, A.R. (KNWA/KFTA) – With two weeks until tipoff for Team Arkansas in the 2024 TBT, former Hog Hunter Mickelson caught up with PTN’s Evan Kamikow. Mickelson, who played at Arkansas from 2011-2013 before transferring to Kansas, is entering his third tournament playing for Monty Patel and Team Arkansas. Currently, Mickelson is Patel’s assistant coach at eStem in Little Rock.
Arkansas Baseball Makes Big Moves in Transfer Portal: Impactful Losses and New Additions Revealed
Arkansas baseball had minimal losses in the transfer portal and stands out with significant additions, ranking second in the nation for transfers, according to 64Analytics. The Razorbacks saw only five players leave, the fewest in the SEC, while managing to secure 11 additions, showcasing a strong retention rate compared to other conference teams.
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