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Organic crops hold promise for state
With U.S. organic food sales topping $63 billion last year, the Center for Arkansas Farms and Food wants to help Arkansas farmers grab a larger share of that market. Arkansas has 107 certified organic farms, most of which are poultry or egg operations, with 19 fruit or vegetable farms, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Copper theft won’t stop schedule, stadium says
An apparent theft of copper worth thousands of dollars from Hestand Stadium will not put upcoming events there in jeopardy, a stadium official said Friday. Dale Dixon, who serves as secretary of the South Arkansas Livestock Association, said he noticed earlier this week copper wires were stolen from the fairgrounds arena at 420 N. Blake St. Dixon estimated about $12,000 worth was stolen, while a man listed as the complainant on a Pine Bluff police report valued the stolen and damaged items at $5,000. No suspect has been identified.
UAPB accounting student worked as intern with global company EY
Chikomborero Musinga, an accounting student who recently completed an internship at EY, can attest to the fact that the Department of Accounting at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a gateway to a world of lifetime opportunities, offering unique experiences and connections that can shape one’s future.
After months of silence, former Bull Shoals Mayor Michael Savu reveals reasons for resignation
It was the resignation that shook up local politics in a small rural town in Northern Arkansas. After serving for a little over a year in office after defeating disgraced Bull Shoals Mayor David Nixon in a runoff election in 2022, who would later be arrested on a charge of stealing taxpayer money, former Bull Shoals Mayor Michael Savu swiftly and suddenly turned in his resignation letter to the Bull Shoals City Council in April of this year.
Two People Killed in Carroll County Traffic Crash
Two people from Berryville are dead after a three vehicle crash in Carroll County Thursday afternoon. According to the report filed by the Arkansas State Police, a pick-up truck driven by 36-year-old Matthew Porter was passing another pick-up along the east ditch line of Highway 21. As Porter's pick-up tried to reenter the roadway, it clipped the other pickup causing Porters' vehicle to spin into the other lane where it collided with a Freightliner truck.
Jefferson County Judge changes weight limits to “protect roads” while disrupting logging and forestry industries
Many people in the logging industry are still facing the repercussions of the Jefferson County Judge changing the weight limit on county roads with apparently no notice to the industries.
Fun Events in Texarkana and Beyond This Weekend August 23-25
Hooray for the weekend! This weekend enjoy the outdoors when you can, the temperatures will be in the mid-90s but the forecast is calling for low humidity and that can make all the difference. We found a few events going on this weekend August 23-25 that are worth checking out.
Bears Triumph in Season Opener
The Central Arkansas men's soccer team achieved a solid start to the season, defeating the Evangel Valor 3-0. Key contributions came from new players, including a goal from Sohma Ichikawa just three minutes into the match. The Bears maintained defensive strength throughout, limiting Evangel's offensive opportunities. Matheo Francou and Keiji Nakazawa added to the score, ensuring a dominant performance. Central Arkansas is now 1-0 as they prepare for their next matchup against Wake Forest, a strong opponent this Sunday.
Volleyball Bears Impress in 2-2 Exhibition Draw with No. 19 Arkansas
SPRINGFIELD – Missouri State and preseason 19th-ranked Arkansas each won two sets Thursday in a pre-determined four set exhibition match at Hammons Student Center in front of a crowd estimated around 1,000 fans. The Razorbacks won 25-20 in each of the first two periods, while the Bears grabbed wins of 27-25 and 25-18 in sets three and four. "I thought we played a great all-around match tonight," said head coach Steven McRoberts . The crowd was tremendous, and I hope they all come back and support us on Sept. 4 in our home opener against Tulsa. The teams were nearly...
World's largest carbon removal plant is in Pine Bluff
PINE BLUFF, Ark — One company is working to deplete carbon dioxide levels in Arkansas's air to fight climate change issues. The interesting part is it happens to be right under your nose. Graphyte is the world's largest carbon dioxide removal plant, located in Pine Bluff. Founded by Barclay...
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