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UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative Receives $5 Million Grant to Support Training Programs
July 22, 2024 | The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a five-year, $5 million federal grant to support the UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative in its mission to improve the quality of care for older adults. The Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program grant, awarded by the Health...
Agricultural Experiment Station Awards Four Outstanding Faculty and Staff With RoPE Awards
The Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station is recognizing four outstanding faculty and staff members with the prestigious Early Career Recognition of Professional Excellence Awards, or RoPE. This award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional performance in the experiment station's mission and goals. "These four recipients exemplify the dedication, innovation and excellence...
Serving Arkansans: Chancellor Robinson Visits Community Colleges to Support Transfer Students
Staying true to the university's mission of serving students from all parts of the state, Chancellor Charles Robinson, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Jeremy Battjes, Vice Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Admissions Suzanne McCray and others recently visited several Arkansas community colleges to discuss transfer pathways to the U of A.
Man accused of robbing victims at gunpoint
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he robbed several victims at gunpoint. On Monday, July 22, Craighead County District Judge Tommy Fowler found probable cause to charge 27-year-old Alvin Shakur Moore with felony robbery and felony theft by receiving a firearm less than $2,500.
$1 Million bond given to Jonesboro man
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 23, 2024 – During a traffic stop conducted by JPD on Saturday, 44-year-old Andres Garcia was found to be in possession of drugs and firearms. Additionally, he was wanted in three different states for human trafficking and other charges. The report...
Dumas man wins $500,000 in Arkansas lottery scratch-off
One Arkansas lottery player recently won big with a lucky scratch-off ticket he purchased on his way to work. A Dumas resident, identified by the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery only as “Michael R.,” won $500,000 by playing the $20 200X the Win instant game. He claimed his prize at the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) Claim Center on July 19, 2024.
Double meth arrest in Jonesboro on Sunday
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 22, 2024 – Jonesboro Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Sunday afternoon near the intersection of Burke and Culberhouse. Both occupants of the vehicle were reportedly not wearing a seatbelt and were found to be on probation. During...
TWO ARRESTED IN VEHICLE BREAK-IN AND THEFT
On July 18, 2024, Izard County Chief Deputy Steve Davidson took a report of a vehicle break-in and theft of over $40,000 from a residence on Circle Drive in Mount Pleasant. During the investigation the victim’s roommate, Jessica Adams, was interviewed. Due to information gained during the interview, along...
Man Gets $100,000 Cash Only Bond After Fentanyl Arrest
JONESBORO, Ark. — A man who was already in the drug court program was arrested Friday for several serious drug possession charges in Jonesboro. Jason P. Boyd, 45, was arrested Friday night in what began as a routine traffic stop. Police stopped a tan 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe for making an improper turn around 10 PM on July 19, 2024 near the intersection of East Highland Drive and Red Wolf Boulevard.
Property damage reported at multiple Jonesboro businesses
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 22, 2024 – Vandals were busy over the weekend in Jonesboro, according to Jonesboro police reports. More than a typical number of businesses reported property damage since Friday. Windows were shattered and doors were damaged by suspects using rocks and bottles...
Stabbing over weekend at Jonesboro apartment complex
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 22, 2024 – According to a Jonesboro Police Department report, a 57-year-old woman was stabbed on Saturday around 10:30pm at the Willow Creek apartments. The report states that the victim sustained stab wounds to the front and back of her shoulder...
Man Faces Felony for Alleged Attack on Hospital Staff
JONESBORO, Ark. – A man is being charged with a felony count of battery after a police report alleged he attacked medical workers in Jonesboro. Officers responded after 6 PM on July 19, 2024 to St. Bernards, 225 E. Washington Avenue. The call to authorities reported a disturbance. Officers arrived and were told the suspect had attacked and spat on health care workers, in addition to shouting curse words.
Traffic Alert: Crash with injuries in Jonesboro
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - First responders are on the scene of a crash with injuries near Downtown Jonesboro. The Real Time Intelligence Center reported the crash just after 2:30 p.m. Monday, July 22, at the intersection of East Oak Avenue and Rains Street. The RTIC said multiple lanes are blocked.
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