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Dark Horse Cannabis moving headquarters to Rogers
ROGERS, Ark. — Dark Horse Cannabis — a regional cannabis manufacturer and retailer for Missouri, Arkansas, and Mississippi — is moving its headquarters from Little Rock to Rogers starting Aug. 1, 2024. "This relocation to Northwest Arkansas marks a significant milestone for Dark Horse Cannabis," CEO Casey...
Firms push back on Envista report about Peak Center flooding
At least four of the firms involved with the planning and construction of Fort Smith Public School’s Peak Innovation Center disagree with the findings of an investigation earlier this year about flooding issues that have plagued the building since it opened. An independent investigation into flooding issues at Peak...
Families look for ways to cool off as heat advisory goes into effect in Little Rock
As time inches closer to kids having to head back to school, of course they want to soak up the sun but on days like Monday with a heat advisory in effect, they're needing some extra help to cool off.
29 Jul 2024 Baptist Health schedules free immunization clinics
LITTLE ROCK—As the new school year quickly approaches and many parents with young children are already thinking of back-to-school supplies, it’s also important not to forget about immunizations required by state law. Baptist Health Community Outreach is offering several opportunities for free back-to-school shots. Immunizations will be administered...
Despite rain, Cave City Watermelon Festival brings crowds
Despite some rain and unwanted mud, the 2024 edition of the Cave City Watermelon Festival brought big crowds over the weekend to the Home of the World’s Sweetest Watermelons. The festival, which kicked off Thursday, July 25, featured family-fun events in the city park, live music, food trucks, vendors,...
Students from southeast Arkansas awarded in welding contest
Twenty-six University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-Crossett welding students competed at the Arkansas SkillsUSA Conference, with several earning top honors. The event was held this spring in Hot Springs, according to a news release. Three UAM-CTC college welding students and three UAM-CTC concurrently enrolled high school welding students...
New football teams coming to NEA
Two recently formed semi-pro football teams to represent NEA in the Triumph Football League. BLYTHEVILLE and PARAGOULD, Ark. — Joshua Hall, a store manager in Blytheville and semi-professional football player, is bringing a new semi-professional football team to Northeast Arkansas. Called the NEA Knights, the team will help represent the Northeast Arkansas region in the Triumph Football League.
Springdale School District aims to sell 28.7 acres at intersection of Don Tyson Parkway, George Anderson Road.
Following a commitment to strategic growth and development, the Springdale School District has set its sights on selling a significant parcel of land at the intersection of Don Tyson Parkway and George Anderson Road. This sale marks a crucial step in the district’s ongoing efforts to optimize resource allocation and prioritize innovative programs for its students.
Rob Jarvis joins Razorback program as assistant coach
FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas men’s head coach Chris Bucknam announced the hiring of Rob Jarvis as an assistant coach with Razorback track and field. Jarvis joins the Arkansas men’s program from the University of Miami where he has coached with the Hurricanes from the 2017 season. Jarvis recently earned the 2024 USTFCCCA South Region Men’s Assistant Coach of the Year.
Bradley County Extension Service Celebrates Robin Hollis at Retirement Reception
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Extension Service, a part of the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, celebrated the retirement of Robin Hollis today with a heartfelt reception held at the Bradley County Extension office in Warren. Colleagues, friends, and community members gathered from 1 to 3 pm to honor Hollis and her exceptional 33-year career dedicated to the UofA System.
Cate’s Pharmacy & Mini Donuts Replaces Jess’s Chicken in West Little Rock
Cate’s Pharmacy & Mini Donuts Replaces Jess’s Chicken in West Little Rock. Jess’s Chicken, a fried chicken fast casual restaurant located at 10907 N. Rodney Parham Rd. in Little Rock, has permanently closed its doors. Owner David Alan Bubbus Jr. has partnered with pharmacist Daniel Cate to...
Bryant City Council Agenda for July 30th: Lacrosse Agreement, Bond Reports, and Stillman Drainage
Bryant City Council Agenda for July 30th: Lacrosse Agreement, Bond Reports, and Stillman Drainage. The Bryant City Council will convene on July 30, 2024, at 6:30 PM. This meeting is part of the council’s regular schedule, designed to address and discuss various matters of local governance and development. The agenda for this session includes several key items requiring resolution and approval.
Multiple BNEs over weekend in Jonesboro
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 29, 2024 – It was a busy weekend for breaking and entering, according to Jonesboro police reports. About 2 dozen different instances involved people entering other people’s property and taking a wide variety of things. Here’s just a few examples:
Mobideo’s digital twin streamlines turnaround planning at Delek’s El Dorado refinery
Mobideo has launched its digital twin solution powered by R2S software. This shutdown, turnaround and outage (STO) planning platform went live on June 24 at Delek’s refinery in El Dorado, Arkansas. Before digitalizing the full El Dorado plant, Delek began by implementing Mobideo Digital Twin at its alkylation unit in Tyler, Texas.
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