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Arkansas Constitution’s 150th Birthday Viewing
Shiloh Museum of Ozark History, 118 W. Johnson Ave., Springdale, AR. In honor of its 150th birthday, the 1874 Arkansas State Constitution is on tour and will make a stop at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History on September 27 and 28! This is a rare opportunity to see up close the document that shaped Arkansas.
Optimum completes network upgrades in Texas, Arkansas communities
Optimum has announced the completion of enhancements to their network in Tyler, Texas, part of Optimum’s $4.6 million investment into improving Tyler’s network. Local customers of Optimum in Tyler, Texas should expect “enhancements to their internet network and product experiences” following Optimum’s completed network upgrades in the area.
As climate threats to agriculture mount, could the Mississippi River delta be the next California?
By Cassandra Stephenson, Tennessee Lookout; Illan Ireland, Mississippi Free Press and Phillip Powell, Arkansas Times. A smorgasbord of bright red tomatoes and vibrant vegetables line the walls of Michael Katrutsa’s produce shop in rural Camden, Tennessee. What began a decade ago as a roadside farm stand is now an air-conditioned outbuilding packed with crates of watermelon, cantaloupe and his locally renowned sweet corn — all picked fresh by a handful of local employees each morning.
Panel OKs $7 million for Arkansas school districts to lock up students’ phones during class time
Public school districts across Arkansas are expected to be able to lock up students’ cell phones during school hours, with the state Department of Education distributing $7 million to pay for pouches or lockers. The Arkansas Legislative Council will take up the restricted reserve fund request Friday after the Performance Evaluation and Expenditure Review subcommittee […]
KASU News: Pay Raises, Storm Aftermath, and School Standards
Today's headlines from KASU News for Tuesday, August 20th, 2024, include updates on pay raises for some Arkansas state employees, the aftermath of severe storms that left thousands without power, and another attempt at a proposal to hold private and religious schools to the same standards as public schools. Other news covers a controversial gender identity policy change in Missouri, the ongoing offering of an AP African American Studies course in Jonesboro schools, the uncertain leadership in Little Rock School District, Medicaid coverage issues affecting Arkansans, and the financial impacts of name, image, and likeness policies in college sports. Additional stories examine the closure risk of rural hospitals and the need for local-level health care reform.
San Pedro to Retire as The Venture Center’s Chief Strategy Officer
Mimi San Pedro, the chief strategy officer of The Venture Center, has announced her retirement effective Aug. 23, after more than five years of shaping the organization’s strategic direction. Though stepping down from her executive role, San Pedro will remain with the organization as a senior advisor until December to facilitate a smooth transition.
Building Arkansas’s future: lithium industry support is high priority for SAU
MAGNOLIA, AR – As the global community moves toward sustainable energy solutions, Arkansas is uniquely positioned to lead this transition. The state, particularly the southwestern region, is rich in natural resources, including significant lithium deposits. This discovery marks a new chapter for Arkansas, offering the potential to become a major player in the energy sector, as the focus shifts toward an all-of-the-above approach to energy production and consumption.
Arkansas Democratic Delegation, party members across the nation kick off DNC
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Democrats from across the nation were joined by the Arkansas Democratic Delegation for the start of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. "This year's convention is a critical moment for our Party and our nation," said Arkansas Democratic Delegation Chair Jannie Cotton. "We are thrilled to have leaders like Governor Shapiro, Congressman Frost, Chair Harrison, Secretary Weber, and Governor Whitmer sharing their vision for America's brighter future and the role that the Natural State will play in shaping it."
Cooler And Drier Weather Continues For Your Hump Day
The good times will continue to roll in the weather world on this “Hump Day”, as cooler temperatures and low humidity look to remain in place across much of the area! High pressure will remain the dominant weather feature for the remainder of the work week, which will keep our highs generally in the 80s […]
Ozarka College Foundation’s Fall Concert coming to Mountain View
The Ozarka College Foundation will host The Fall Concert and dinner at Ozarka College’s Amphitheatre in Mountain View, Ark., on Sept. 28, 2024. The event will showcase the talented musicians: Brad Apple, Tim Crouch, Danny Dozier, Ken Loggains, Crystal McCool, Gary Rounds, and Pam Setser. This powerhouse group of...
GM Buys Enough Solar to Power Assembly Plants in Michigan, Missouri
Last Thursday, GM announced a 15-year renewable energy purchase agreement with NorthStar Clean Energy, a CMS Energy subsidiary, to power three of the automaker's assembly plants. NorthStar’s Newport Solar project in Newport, Arkansas, will support the electricity needs of GM’s Lansing Delta Township Assembly and Lansing Grand River Assembly in...
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