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Blake Hahn Wins The Ralph Henson Memorial At Texarkana 67 Speedway
TEXARKANA, Ark. (July 13, 2024) How long does it take to get to Texarkana, Ark.? Well, if you're Blake Hahn, that trip was just shy of 950 miles when Mother Nature makes you detour from Tulsa, Okla. to Paducah, Ky. then Texarkana 67 Speedway for the Ralph Henson Memorial presented by Clifton Freight Services, Inc. with the MYCO Plastics ASCS Elite Outlaw Sprint Series..
Pine Bluff group tours community campuses
For its June session, the 2024 Leadership Pine Bluff Class learned about higher education opportunities and programs available in the community. The group spent the morning at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. At the University Museum and Cultural Center, the class members learned about the history of UAPB, according to the newsletter from the Pine Bluff Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Jehovah’s Witnesses hold annual convention in Little Rock – Northwest Arkansas
Annual Convention in Little Rock Brings Thousands of Visitors. Thousands of visitors are flocking to Little Rock for the annual Jehovah’s Witnesses convention. The event, which started last weekend, is attracting a surge of visitors to the capital city. The convention centers around Bible studies, baptisms, and fellowship activities.
Officials discuss pending sewer project
Pine Bluff Wastewater General Manager Ken Johnson and Pine Bluff Public Works Director Larry Matthews provided insights into the University Drive sewer improvement project Monday before the city's Development and Planning Committee, although frustrations mounted over its prolonged delay. For several years, the construction of sewer infrastructure in an area...
Locating starting QBs vital for SWAC West
One of the main goals for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff in fall camp will be identifying a starting quarterback. The same will be true for several other teams in the SWAC West Division, including Southern. Harold.
Pine Bluff native to skip MLB All-Star Futures Game
The MLB All-Star Futures Game was set to feature Pine Bluff native Tink Hence for a second straight year, but the Watson Chapel graduate has elected to skip this year's game despite being selected, according to multiple reports. Hence, a right-handed pitcher for the AA Springfield (Mo.) Cardinals, has pitched...
Razorback freshman CB determined to be the best
University of Arkansas freshman cornerback Selman Bridges is not content with being second best. Choosing the Razorbacks over other top programs such as Texas, TCU, and USC, Bridges’ relentless drive reflects his determination to excel in the competitive world of college football. This highly-rated signee, as ranked by ESPN.com, comes from Lake Belton High School in Temple, Texas, and is set to make a name for himself in the Razorbacks’ defense.
A stretch of dangerous heat to start the week
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Meteorologist Majestic Storm is forecasting a beautiful but hot sunny day with temperatures rising into the mid to upper 90s. Heat advisories will be in place for the River Valley starting from 1PM-8PM with heat index values rising into the low 100s this afternoon. Temperatures continue...
It’s a monster: Bentonville library announces name of new book sorting machine
The Bentonville Library’s Newest Addition: Meet Bookie Monster. The Bentonville Public Library recently made big news with an announcement that had been eagerly anticipated by patrons—a name for its new book sorting machine. This technological marvel has been dubbed “Bookie Monster,” a moniker that was chosen from a pool of 114 submissions.
Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission hosts Day of Kindness at Baseline Bilingual School in Little Rock
LITTLE ROCK, Ark – The Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission hosted a special day at a Little Rock school focusing on the true meaning of kindness and its importance. The commission hosted its Day of Kindness at three different schools in Little Rock on Friday, one being Baseline Bilingual School.
Jehovah’s Witnesses hold annual convention in Little Rock
Jehovah’s Witnesses Hold Annual Convention in Little Rock. Jehovah’s Witnesses have once again gathered in Little Rock, Arkansas, for their annual convention. The event, which began on Friday and concluded on Sunday, brought a surge of visitors to the capital city. This year marks the second year of in-person conventions following a lengthy pause due to the pandemic.
Arkansas leaders condemn violence after Trump shooting
Lawmakers and public figures in Arkansas are releasing statements of support for former President Donald Trump after he was rushed off stage after a shooting at his rally on Saturday in Butler, Pennsylvania. Secret Service agents surrounded Trump and moved him away from a podium where he had been delivering...
Arkansas schools respond to plans aimed at limiting cell phones in classrooms
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Recently, Arkansas officials and lawmakers have attempted to tackle the problem of phone use in the classroom. First, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced on July 2 a program that will give money to Arkansas schools if they use pouches for students to store their phones in during the day.
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