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Meeting planned to discuss Black historic district, bicycle safety at Walker Park
FAYETTEVILLE — A community meeting is planned this week to offer more information about a proposed Black historic district. The nonprofit group NWA Black Heritage is working to create the district as part of a plan to preserve Black history in Fayetteville, specifically in the Spout Spring neighborhood where many Black families settled following the Civil War.
Northbound lane of West at Dickson closed this week for construction
The northbound lane of West Avenue at the intersection of Dickson Street will be closed to through-traffic and detoured during the day this week as part of a downtown walkability improvement project. The closure will be in effect from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Thursday, July 25, according to...
Fan Poll: Who is Arkansas football's biggest rival? Texas, Missouri or someone else?
Arkansas football has no shortage of rivalries. From old Southwest Conference foes to new traditions built over the past three decades in the SEC, the Hogs love to hate many of their closest neighbors. However, Arkansas is one of a handful of SEC schools without a clear-cut choice for most-hated rival. Texas...
Mark Your Calendar for the Staples Supplier Connection Event July 29
The U of A Business Services Procurement Team, together with Staples, would like to invite U of A faculty and staff members to a Supplier Connection Event. This event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 29 in the Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge. Representatives from Staples and the U of A Business Services Procurement Team will be on site to help you get better acquainted with Staples' products and services and answer your purchasing questions. And, of course, there will be swag.
Celebrate the 10th Annual Native Youth in Food and Agriculture Leadership Summit Cohort Today
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative at the U of A School of Law recently welcomed its 10th class of Native Youth in Food and Agriculture Leadership Summit participants to the U of A campus. Nearly 40 Native youth travelled from across the United States for the opportunity to engage in professional and educational development and gain first-hand exposure with Tribal food and agriculture.
Little Rock’s high-end home sales for June 24-28: Six of the most expensive properties
Little Rock’s High-End Real Estate Market: Notable Sales for June 24-28 In the bustling city of Little Rock, the real estate market is thriving. Recent sales data for the week of June 24-28 reveals some of the most expensive properties sold. Among these high-end sales, notable properties include 9...
John Calipari brought the Razorbacks to Russellville for satellite camp
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - John Calipari continues to travel across the state ahead of his first season as Arkansas basketball coach. He held a satellite camp Friday in Russellville. Kids from the 1st-6th grade got to learn the finder points of the game from the Razorback coaching staff. There was...
West Memphis School District officially begins search for new superintendent
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — The West Memphis School District is officially beginning its search for a new superintendent Monday, July 22, after the death of Dr. Terrence A. Brown in May, the district's education board announced. Before his death, Brown had been superintendent of the district for less than...
Welcome back Mr. Pendergrass! MH School Board makes its decision on appointment
The Mountain Home Public School Board unanimously voted to appoint recently retired board member Neal Pendergrass to fill a vacated position during their meeting on Thursday night. Pendergrass will serve until the spring election in May 2025. The decision came after an extensive interview process with multiple candidates: Cheyla Leaming,...
New UAMS NWA vice-chancellor Ryan Cork eyeing next 10 years for the region
Earlier this month, the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) announced that Ryan Cork would take the helm as vice-chancellor of the medical school’s Northwest Arkansas campus on Sept. 1. Cork, who has served as executive director of the Northwest Arkansas Council’s healthcare transformation division since 2021, highlighted...
Red Wolves get commit from Missouri lefty
Mr. No-hitter has committed to the Arkansas State Red Wolves. Lee's Summit (Mo.) West left-handed pitcher Jake Riggin committed to Arkansas State. He is ranked No. 115 in the state's senior class. "An old teammate of mine (had that) nickname for me,'' said Riggin. "I threw 2 no-hitters in my...
Hogs need more All-SEC additions for success in 2024
FAYETTEVILLE — Following the SEC Media Days Arkansas only placed one player on the All-SEC teams announced Friday. Defensive end Landon Jackson was the lone Razorback named as he was put on the second-team defensive line. Arkansas has to have more players shine in 2024 than just one and need to have many more on the All-SEC teams announced following the year.
Review: FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICAL at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
Everybody cut FOOTLOOSE and head to the Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock, because from now until July 28, this foot stomping, rule-breaking musical will have you dancing and singing to all of those songs you remember from your youth, ok, assuming you grew up in the 80s. With Direction by Anna Kimmell, this cast captures the spirit of the original film while bringing fresh energy to the stage. You don’t want to miss it.
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