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Bentonville First Friday for July to host festival with WW2 plane flyover, followed by fireworks at Orchards Park
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Bentonville's First Friday event is set to take off with "A Salute to Service" culminating in a flyover by WW2-era Mustang planes on July 5. The First Friday event, presented by Walmart and hosted by Downtown Bentonville Inc. (DBI), is a monthly family-friendly event that welcomes as many as 10,000 people.
Arkansas cities secure vital federal grants for infrastructure upgrades, economic growth
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — The Arkansas Municipal League has announced that four Arkansas cities – including Wynne – have been awarded major grants from the U.S. Economic Development Administration and the U.S. Department of Transportation. Wynne received a $1.2 million federal grant from the U.S. Economic Development...
SWAC vet joins UAPB coaches
Former Grambling State head women's basketball coach Freddie Murray was named University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff associate head coach Friday. "I am thrilled to welcome Freddie Murray to our coaching staff," Head Coach Erica Leak said in a statement. "Murray's expertise and passion for the game will undoubtedly take our team to new heights. We are excited to have him join our Golden Lions family and look forward to his incredible impact on our players both on and off the court."
Details Released In Friday’s Fatal Train Vs Vehicle Accident
According to the Arkansas State Police, one person died and two others were injured when their vehicle was involved in a collision with a train. Details from the ASP report state the accident occurred at 6:10 p.m. on Friday, July 5th, in the 16000 block of Hwy 63 in Greene County.
UAPB Sees Major Increase in Fall 2024 Applications
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) has created a new recruitment strategy, resulting in a significant 65% increase in fall 2024 applications, marking the highest number in over a decade. As of June 27, 7,175 students had applied to UAPB, compared to 4,356 at the same time last year.
Karen Lamoreaux of Safety Before Skill Swim school discusses swim safety with KATV
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Swimming is an activity that individuals of all ages can enjoy. Karen Lamoreaux, founder and owner of 'Safety Before Skill Swim School', spoke with Isley Gooden of Little Rock ARC about the swim school's special approach to practicing swim safety.
VOLLEYBALL SEASON STARTS SEPTEMBER 6
ARKADELPHIA – The Ouachita volleyball team is gearing up for the 2024 season, which starts the first weekend in September. The Tigers have 28 matches scheduled for the 2024 regular season, starting with the annual Reddie-Tiger Invitational in Arkadelphia September 6-7. Ouachita takes on Missouri S&T, Mississippi College, Montevallo, and McKendree during the opening weekend. All but one of the remaining home games for the Tigers are Great American Conference matchups. The first of 16 conference tilts is set for September 17 on the road against Southern Arkansas. Other road trips for the Tigers other than GAC matchups include Jackson,...
Second annual A-State Football Kickoff Party scheduled for August 2
JONESBORO, Arkansas — The Arkansas State Athletics Department has announced that its second annual A-State Football Kickoff Party, which will again combine elements from its traditional preseason banquet and Helmets and Heels program, is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 2, at Embassy Suites of Jonesboro. Taking place at Embassy Suites...
New Bridge Installed at Warren City Park
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Park recently unveiled a brand-new bridge, replacing the old structure that had fallen into disrepair. This much-needed improvement was made possible through a generous donation from AHF Products of Warren and the dedicated efforts of the City of Warren and David Simmons Construction.
Rice feeds the world. One farming family is trying to grow it sustainably
Part 2 of TED Radio Hour episode What we'll eat on a warmer planet. Rice feeds the world—but it uses more water and emits more methane than any other crop. Jim Whitaker and his daughter, Jessica Whitaker Allen, are changing that on their Arkansas family farm. About Jim Whitaker.
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