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Arkansas school district to begin new year-round school schedule
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. — Back-to-school season is here, and it's in full swing as Monday, July 29, 2024, will be the first day of school for the Hot Springs School District (HSSD). Not only is it the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year, but it will also be the start of their new year-round school schedule.
‘Out of order!’ Bull Shoals City Councilman admits to secret phone conversations in Thursday council meeting
It’s a common phrase that’s become all too familiar for upset residents in Bull Shoals as they attempt to address their concerns with Bull Shoals Mayor Carol Duss and members of the Bull Shoals City Council. Over the last few contentious months since the resignation of former Bull...
Traffic cleared on I-430 in Little Rock after 3-vehicle accident on bridge
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Update: Traffic on I-430 has been cleared. Traffic on I-430 southbound has been blocked following a 3-vehicle accident on the Arkansas River bridge in Little Rock. According to traffic officials, the incident is impacting the right lane and the shoulder lane that's also used as...
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.
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,...
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.
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...
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...
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.
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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