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UAMS Team Members Take to the Backroads to Provide Medical Support for Arkansas Graveler
July 15, 2024 | Six University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) team members recently spent a week traveling rural Arkansas backroads to provide medical coverage for the Ozark Foundation’s Arkansas Graveler event. The Arkansas Graveler is a multiday, 350-mile gravel cycling festival that takes place across rural Arkansas....
Transcript: Sen. Tom Cotton on "Face the Nation," July 14, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Sen. Tom Cotton, Republican of Arkansas, on "Face the Nation" that aired on July 14, 2024.MARGARET BRENNAN: And we're back now with Arkansas Republican Senator Tom Cotton. Senator, thank you for joining us. And it is a difficult morning for many people waking up to this news. I wonder what your message is to Americans in this moment.SEN. TOM COTTON: Well, it's a difficult day for Americans, Margaret. I want to join President Trump and express- expressing my gratitude for the Secret Service agents and law enforcement officers who acted so...
Miss Arkansas returns home to Wynne
WYNNE, Ark. (KAIT) - It has been about one month since Camille Cathey won Miss Arkansas 2024. After traveling around the state, she returned to her hometown. On Sunday, July 14, dozens of people gathered at the EACC Tech Center in Wynne to welcome her home. “It’s so surreal and...
Country singer Justin Moore, philanthropist awarded honorary degrees at ASU Three Rivers
MALVERN, Arkansas — During the Spring Commencement Exercises, Justin Moore and Rodney Allen were each given the highest honor any institution can give: an honorary degree. Moore earned ASU Three Rivers concurrent credit as a senior at Poyen High School during the 2001-02 academic year. He enrolled at the College for the fall of 2002 but withdrew to join his uncle’s band and make his way to Nashville to be a country music artist.
Hannah Named Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, Chief Financial Officer
JONESBORO – Chancellor Todd Shields has appointed veteran Arkansas State University administrator Dr. Russ Hannah vice chancellor for finance and administration and chief financial officer. “We’re fortunate to have someone with such extensive experience in higher education financial administration and long-standing commitment to A-State to step into this critical...
Main Street Representatives Visit Hope
Two representatives from Main Street Arkansas visited Hope on Monday. Brooke Fleming and Susan Shaddox planned to visit several retail businesses. Shaddox is the Interior Design Consultant for Main Street Arkansas. She helps businesses in historic districts with economic development. Shaddox said she uses “design” as her platform to help businesses. This can take a variety of forms such as helping with interior colors or helping a business owner preserve an architectural issue. Shaddox was helping Vintage Girls Boutique owner Connie Lavender with merchandizing. This included “color linking” groupings, especially the summer merchandise. Shaddox is a licensed interior decorator and she said she brought “fresh eyes and fresh vision” for Lavender’s business.
U of A Honors College Selects 2024 Fellows Class
The U of A Honors College has selected 91 exceptional high school students, including 80 from Arkansas, to receive Honors College Fellowships. The fellowships, which award up to $80,000, largely cover tuition, fees, books, room and board, and other academic expenses over four years, providing these students the freedom to pursue original research, study abroad, service learning and other academic interests.
International sports pub in Bentonville hosts European Championship watch party
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — The European Soccer Championship was Sunday, July 14. Fans in Arkansas gathered at a local English pub to watch one of the biggest soccer games of the year unfold. The Botanical at 8th and A's owner Alan Gooding said he wanted to make visitors feel like...
Police Catch Car Break-in Suspect in Jonesboro
JONESBORO, Ark. – Authorities tracked down a vehicle break-in suspect last week in Jonesboro. On July 10, 2024, officers from the Jonesboro Police Department were notified of multiple suspects walking through a neighborhood and attempting to open car doors, according to the probable cause affidavit. Officers arrived and began searching for the suspects. Police spoke to a witness who said he had seen the suspects opening car doors. The witness gave a direction of travel.
Former Region 8 athlete honored with mural
LAKE CITY, Ark. (KAIT) - Lake City native and Dodgers pitcher Gavin Stone is being honored by his community in a special way. A mural that showcases the timeline of his career from little leaguer to big leaguer has been painted on the concession stand at Wayne Biscuits Short Community Park in Lake City.
$72,000 raised for Fordyce mass shooting victims
Dallas County authorities said over $72,000 has been raised for the victims of the deadly Fordyce mass shooting. The donations were raised through an account at Fordyce Bank and Trust and will be evenly distributed between the victims of the shooting through the Victims First organization through their partnership with the Arkansas Community Foundation.
“Make Charleston Great” Seeks to Put Alcohol Sales on the Ballot
G – Growth. Help Charleston grow with local business for more prosperity and opportunity for our citizens. R – Responsible. With the increased tax revenue, the city of Charleston can hire more police to help make our town safe. E – Entertaining. Keep people in town with more...
Arrest Made In Boone County After Traffic Stop Of Texas Men
After a traffic stop, authorities in Texas arrested two men when they discovered stolen items in their possession. The Arkansas State Police recently reported that a vehicle traveling on Highway 65 near Tower Road just south of Omaha was pulled over by officers during a routine traffic stop. During a...
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$2,000 reward offered for info on Wynne vehicle break-ins
WYNNE — A concerned citizen has offered a $2,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for recent vehicle break-ins in the City of Wynne. Wynne Police Chief Richard Dennis said the city has seen a noticeable uptick in vehicle burglaries in the past year. He said it is an ongoing trend across Eastern Arkansas and the City of Wynne is not immune.
Bradley County 4-H Members Shine at Ferndale Shooting Sports Competition
FERNDALE, AR – The Bradley County 4-H members showcased their skills at the Shooting Sports Competition held at the Ferndale 4-H Center Thursday, despite the sweltering heat. Several young archers from Bradley County emerged as winners, demonstrating their precision and dedication. The team of Landon Duncan, Jake Castleberry, and...
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