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Northside Cleanup effort was a success, city reports
The July 20 Slam Dunk the Junk Northside Cleanup was a success, according to a news release from the city of Pine Bluff. The mayor's office recently announced the first community cleanup as part of the Slam Dunk the Junk initiative to clean up the city. The initiative brought together...
Grant County robotics teams place on world stage
For a group of Arkansas 4-H members, months of hard work fine-tuning their underwater robots and their teamwork paid off at the 2024 International SeaPerch Challenge. After taking top honors at the Arkansas SeaPerch Challenge in March, four Arkansas 4-H teams advanced to the international competition held May 31-June 1 at the University of Maryland.
Wingstock Returns for Another Year of Deliciousness
No matter the season, it’s hard to turn down a plate of wings, and in August, you’ll have a chance to get your fill and then some. This summer Wingstock will once again take over the Simmons Bank Arena on Saturday, Aug. 10, for the first time since before the pandemic.
‘It’s the best of the best’ 10-year-old gymnast from Arkansas dreams of competing at the Olympics
With people around the world watching the 2024 Olympics, an Arkansas 10-year-old said she is not only watching the gymnastics events but is hoping to one day compete in them.
Crystal Bridges, the Momentary announce new chief impact officer role
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and The Momentary have announced the hiring of a new chief impact officer, Susan Peacock. With Crystal Bridges' 2026 expansion in development, Chief Impact Officer Peacock's appointment "signals an important effort to strengthen the institution's reach in Arkansas, nationally and globally," according to a Crystal Bridges press release.
University of Arkansas Head Basketball Coach Calipari buys $2.2M home in Fayetteville
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — John Calipari, the new head basketball coach at the University of Arkansas, paid $2.2 million for a home in the Clear Creek subdivision in Fayetteville. Calipari joined the UA in April after 15 seasons at Kentucky, where he won the 2012 NCAA Championship and reached the Final Four four times. He has a five-year deal worth $35 million.
Crystal Bridges to unveil ‘Time Loop’ outdoor light and sound show
Crystal Bridges will soon open a new light and sound installation inspired by the museum’s wilderness. The new exhibit, called “Time Loop,” is a collaboration between Crystal Bridges and Klip Collective, a creative studio that uses digital mapping technology to create light projections. It opens Wednesday, Sept. 4.
Calipari’s new look Arkansas team has Razorbacks fans excited
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — John Calipari wants his Arkansas Razorbacks to think big. The Hall of Fame coach is used to big thinking and expectations from his days at Kentucky, of course. Now, Calipari has constructed virtually a whole new Razorbacks roster since his hiring in April, with only forward Trevon Brazile returning after testing the […]
Mike McNeill’s Diary for Monday, July 29, 2024: The new school year begins
We sent a message early Friday to John Ward, superintendent of the Magnolia School District, asking for an appraisal of two topics – the district-wide ban on smart phones, and the reaction to the early school start brought on by the new 12-month calendar. Ward said he knows of only two instances in which smart phones were confiscated on Thursday – the first day of school. “It has been unbelievable. Kids have been great, and not having phones has not been an issue. Kids are visiting with each other during lunch and are having conversation with each other. It is almost like they were wanting for someone to tell them to put the phones up,” he wired. Ward also said he never dreamed that the 12-month calendar would be received this well. “Overall this may be the best start I have ever had to a school year. I was very unsure about the new schedule, but I genuinely think kids and teachers were ready to come back,” he said.
Cross County Elementary welcomes new kindergarten teachers for 2024-2025 school year
CHERRY VALLEY — Cross County Elementary School has welcomed two new kindergarten teachers ahead of the 2024-2025 school year. Molly Batson is a graduate of Murphysboro High School in Murphysboro, Illinois. She received a Bachelor of Education degree this past May from Arkansas State University. She lives in Cherry Valley with coach Connor Haag and their one-year-old son.
Calipari vs. Musselman: Coaching Strategies Analyzed with 7 Key Differences
The Arkansas basketball program sees a shift in strategy under Coach Calipari, with a focus on individual player development over team-centered activities, contrasting with the approach of former coach Eric Musselman. Calipari emphasized individual player development during the summer practices. He banned two big men from shooting 3-pointers to improve...
UA Little Rock Professor Explores Attitudes of Faculty Members Toward Online Teaching as a Result of the Pandemic
A majority of political science teachers in higher education felt more positive about teaching online after the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study by a University of Arkansas at Little Rock professor. Dr. Rebecca Glazier, a professor of political science in the School Public Affairs,...
Lynn and Don Parker Family Donates Additional $2 Million Toward Arkansas Children’s Hospital Expansion
Little Rock, AR – (Contributed) – (July 29, 2024) – Arkansas Children’s Hospital is proud to announce a generous $2 million gift from Lynn and Don Parker and their children to the Arkansas Children’s Hospital (ACH) expansion project. The Jonesboro family is a long-standing supporter of Arkansas Children’s and have, once again, demonstrated their commitment to the health and well-being of children.
Two months after tornadoes swept through Benton County, cities continue cleanup efforts
BENTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — Benton County has picked up about 450,000 cubic yards of debris from county-maintained roads and streets outside of city limits. According to Melody Kwok with Benton County, their first pickup pass focused on tree stumps and vegetative debris, now they aim to finish the first phase by Aug. 18 before moving on to phase two.
Fayetteville man accused of being an accomplice to attempted capital murder after shots fired at occupied car
A Fayetteville man is accused of attempted capital murder along with other charges after shots were fired at an occupied vehicle earlier this month, according to court documents.
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