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Arkadelphia’s new band director brings 34 years of experience
Arkadelphia Public Schools announced its new director of bands, Texas native Larry Brown. The district said this week in a social media post that Brown brings 34 years of teaching experience to the position. Throughout his career he has taught both middle school and high school bands at 3C, 4A, 5A and 6A classifications, and his students have achieved recognition for excellence in the areas of marching, concert, sight-reading, jazz band, medium ensemble, color guard, winter guard and drumline at the region, state and national levels.
Man pleads guilty to first-degree murder of Lee County 5-year-old
LEE COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — One man has now pleaded guilty to the first-degree murder and first-degree battery for his involvement in the 2022 death of a 5-year-old Lee County boy. According to reports, 34-year-old Nathan Bridges was sentenced to 60 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections. Reports...
Arvest Bank offers tips to help small businesses mitigate financial fraud
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release) - Fraud impacts businesses across the country every day, causing significant financial losses and reputational damage. Small businesses are especially vulnerable because of the lack of resources needed for sophisticated fraud detection solutions. Arvest Bank is offering small businesses tips on mitigating financial fraud through...
Arkansas' Luke Hasz looks to build on fantastic freshman start
Sophomore tight end Luke Hasz was on his way to having a stellar year for Arkansas in 2023 until he broke his collarbone in the fifth week of the season against the Texas A&M Aggies on the opening drive. Despite missing the rest of the season, he was named to The Athletic's Midseason Freshman All-America team after catching 16 passes for 253 yards (15.8 avg.) with three touchdowns.
Tech Tidbits: Retirement of an ATU Basketball Legend
It was a routine April day in 2003 when Coach Joe Foley walked into the sports information office at Arkansas Tech University and sat down. He was mulling an offer to leave behind the renowned women’s basketball powerhouse at Arkansas Tech and accept leadership of what was then a beleaguered program at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
Andrew Best, recognized for his captivating music tailored for families, will be performing live at the Independence County Library on Thursday, July 25
SINGER/SONGWRITER ANDREW BEST TO PERFORM AT INDEPENDENCE COUNTY LIBRARY. (Batesville, AR) Andrew Best, recognized for his captivating music tailored for families, will be performing live at the Independence County Library on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 2 p.m. The event, aimed at both children and parents, includes engaging tunes that are as whimsical and entertaining as they are educational.
UAPB sees 65 percent increase in applications for fall semester
As the upcoming school year approaches at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff school administrators say they're seeing a rise in applications and it's something the university says they haven't seen in the past decade.
LIVE MUSIC IN ARKANSAS: Ouachita River Band performs on town’s Front Porch Stage
Live Music Flourishes on Front Porch Stage in Mount Ida. The town of Mount Ida in Montgomery County, Arkansas, is abuzz with musical energy as the Ouachita River Band takes to the Front Porch Stage. This outdoor family-friendly live music venue has been a staple of the community since 1999, hosting free performances of bluegrass, gospel, country, and more every Saturday night from May to October.
Program to provide free hairstyles, haircuts for back-to-school
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - An organization in Region 8 has partnered with a local hair salon and barber school to make sure children look their best for the new school year. GROW NEA will be holding an annual back-to-school rally on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Allen Park Community Center.
Marybeth Byrd to play Gulley Park Concert Series July 18
The second-to-last Gulley Park Concert Series of the season is coming up this week. Next up in the series is a performance by The Voice semifinalist Marybeth Byrd, set to perform on Thursday, July 18 as part of the series. From her bio:. Marybeth Byrd’s love is for music that...
Phase one of Pine Bluff wellness park underway, set to be nation's largest outdoor gallery
PINE BLUFF (KATV) — On Monday, Pine Bluff City Council members approved the construction for phase one of a new wellness park in the city. "This is the first venue in the Delta Rhythm and Bayous Cultural District," Sheri Storie, Executive Director of Pine Bluff Advertising and Promotion Commission said.
Dive-in movies at Wilson Park to show Kung Fu Panda 4 on Friday
The annual Dive-In Movie Series at Wilson Park pool will continue with another screening this weekend. The city’s Parks, Natural Resources and Cultural Affairs department will host a screening of Kung Fu Panda 4 on Friday, July 19. Movies begin at dark, and gates for the movie open at...
Arkansas nursing home evacuated, businesses flood after flash flood emergency
YELLVILLE, Ark. — On Wednesday, the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management reported more than 100 people are in limbo after having to evacuate due to flash floods. Eighty of those people were in a Yellville nursing home with what the fire department described as more than a few feet of water.
AEW Rampage Spoilers For 7/19 (Taped On 7/17)
On July 17, AEW taped matches and segments for the July 19 episode of AEW Rampage from Bank Arena in Little Rock, Arkansas. The spoilers (via PWInsider) are as follows: WrestleZone will have coverage of AEW Rampage as it airs on July 19. RELATED: AEW Dynamite Episode 250 Results (7/17/24) The post AEW Rampage Spoilers For 7/19 (Taped On 7/17) appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Siloam Springs Equipment Rodeo Set for August 3
The City of Siloam Springs proudly announces the inaugural Siloam Springs Equipment Rodeo, set to take place on Saturday, August 3rd at 9 a.m. The highly anticipated event will be held at the La-Z-Boy Softball Fields, located at 1284 N. Lincoln Street, Siloam Springs. The Equipment Rodeo is the premier...
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