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UAMS hopes new nurse midwifery program will address Arkansas maternal mortality rates
Officials with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences say they’re in the early stages of working on a new program they hope will help soon-to-be mothers and lower maternal mortality rates in the state.
Banco Sí adds another branch in Springdale
SPRINGDALE, Ark — Signature Bank of Arkansas opened its Banco Sí location in downtown Springdale on June 24. It is the second branch for the Latino-focused bank. Signature Bank CEO Gary Head said the soft opening at 103 Emma Ave. went very well; the grand opening will be held in September.
Walmart leases health care clinics in Fort Smith, Northwest Arkansas to Mercy
Mercy said Thursday (July 25) it will move into three former Walmart Health Centers in supercenters in Fort Smith, Rogers and Springdale. Mercy said the clinics will offer primary care through appointments and walk-ins during regular hours, but will not provide urgent care. St. Louis-based Mercy said the primary care...
Pine Bluff prepares to roll out year-round school calendar
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — For several students across the state of Arkansas, the back-to-school season is already in full swing, and some school districts have made big changes to their calendars for this school year. "I want students present, and I want teachers present. I hope it builds a...
Man arrested for Mercy lockdown pleads not guilty, public defender asks for ‘fitness evaluation’
The man arrested in connection with a lockdown at Mercy Hospital Fort Smith on July 22 has pleaded not guilty, according to court documents.
FEMA closing Baxter County recovery center
BAXTER COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - Time is running out for survivors of the Memorial Day weekend storms to apply for aid. The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Thursday it will permanently close its Baxter County Disaster Recovery Center. The center, which is located at the Food Bank of North Central...
Decision Dossier: Five-star Darius Acuff Jr.
The recruitment of one of the top prospects in the 2025 Rivals150 is nearing its end, as IMG Academy star Darius Acuff Jr. is poised to announce his college choice on Friday. Acuff will choose among Arkansas, Kansas and Michigan, all of which he has visited and seems to feel comfortable with.
Rotary Dental Clinic Offers Zero Cost Tooth Extraction
LaBorde appeared on KHOZ's "Around The Table" to talk about it. In 2005, Rotary was 100 years old. She explains that members were given the opportunity to brainstorm projects. At that time, the dental clinic was conceived. The clinic operates only once a month. The dental clinic does extractions only....
Kingsland Ordinance Prohibits Trucks On City Streets
KINGSLAND - With two streets being freshly paved for the first time, Mayor Sharon Crosby reminded the Kingsland City Council during its meeting last Thursday that the city has an ordinance that forbids heavy trucks and trailers from using city streets that are not designated as truck routes.In addition, the city council formally approved a revised ordinance raising the fines for loose dogs; learned about new street lights that will be going up; and heard a brief presentation from new Cleveland County School District Superintendent Davy King.Crosby went over Ordinance 2007-8 after Holman Street and Bear State Street were paved for the first time earlier this month. The mayor said she wanted to make sure those newly paved streets are not damaged by heavy trucks.The ordinance prohibits semitrucks/tractor trailers on any city streets that are not designated truck routes. The only exceptions are for large trucks making pick ups or deliveries, or emergency response vehicles. Also, the ordinance specifically mentions loaded pulpwood "bob" trucks or other log trucks are prohibited unless those trucks are harvesting wood along that road.In addition, the ordinance prohibits parking semi trucks/trailers, pulpwood and log trucks along city streets.The fine for violating the ordinance is $250 for each day it is violated.Kingsland was awarded a $300,000 grant this year through the Arkansas State Aid Street program to overlay 0.2 miles of Holman Street and surface 0.53 miles of Bear State Street.Crosby explained that the Arkansas Department of Transportation oversaw the entire project, from hiring the contractor for the job to which sections of the two streets would be paved.Kingsland City Council member Lee Penister, who has been advocating for Bear State Street to be paved for several years, said after the meeting that some sections of the street remained unpaved because it was not ready for the asphalt. In particular, he said some trees along the side of the street would have…
USPS announces opening timetable for Midway, Ark., post office
MIDWAY, Ark. (KY3) - The USPS reports renovations are almost finished at the Midway Post Office. The post office closed in June 2023 due to a fire. The fire damaged much of the inside of the facility, forcing residents to use post offices in nearby communities. USPS officials say crews...
Event Season in North Little Rock
As the summer passes and the holiday season approaches, the North Little Rock event season comes alive. There is something happening in North Little Rock nearly every week so you will want to make sure you don’t miss out and add these great events to your calendar!. Hispanic Heritage...
Southern Bancorp Appoints Myers as Interim CFO
Southern Bancorp has named Mike Myers, former CFO of Winrock International and long-time Southern Bancorp board director, as its interim Chief Financial Officer. “Mike Myers is a proven leader with a deep understanding of Southern Bancorp’s mission, and I can think of no better person to lead our financial team as we conduct a national search for our next CFO,” CEO Darrin Williams said.
One man dies in fatal South Arkansas shooting; suspect claims self-defense
CAMDEN, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — On July 24, 2024, at approximately 12:51 PM, officers of the Camden Police Department arrived at Spring Street after receiving a report of a possible shooting and an injured victim. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 25-year-old male walking toward the roadway with his hands in the air. The unidentified male allegedly […]
SEACBEC students compete in national SkillsUSA competition
A team of students from the Southeast Arkansas Community Based Education Center or SEACBEC along with director Devin McDiarmid and Criminal Justice teacher Jessica Jones attended the SkillsUSA national competition in Atlanta, Georgia on June 24-29, 2024. The team which consisted of Jimmy Lister, Aryia Williams, Griselda Herrera, and Stephanie Garcia competed and placed 12 out of 35.
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