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Rison Shine Expanding Back To School Bash Friday
RISON - Rison Shine Community Development’s Back To School Bash will take place this Friday, Aug. 2 in Downtown Rison with new water activities added to the block party. During the event, which kicks off at 5 p.m. and is expected to wrap up by 8 p.m., the 200 block of Main Street, and the block of Third Street between Main and Pine Streets will be closed to traffic.
Growing Home: Cabot Works to Ensure Residents Can Find Everything They Need Without Leaving the City
Situated about 30 miles northeast of Little Rock and about 10 miles from the Little Rock Air Force Base in Jacksonville, Cabot has long drawn families to the city with its relative proximity to major employers, quality schools and peaceful, rural setting. However, the past few years have witnessed explosive...
Iconic Fayetteville mural torn down, artist responds
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — An iconic Fayetteville mural, and the building that boasted it, have been torn down. On July 30, the "Love Unites Us" mural on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard was torn down. The mural was first painted in 2020, after a vacant building on MLK was vandalized with a "white pride" message.
Nonprofit serving Arkansas' Hispanic community opens new building
A nonprofit serving members of Central Arkansas’ Hispanic community has opened a new building in North Little Rock. On Wednesday, representatives of Seis Puentes cut the ribbon at the nonprofit's new home on MacArthur Drive. Seis Puentes, which translates to ‘six bridges,’ provides resources and support for newcomers to...
Hempstead County wreck claims truck driver
A Murfreesboro truck driver was killed about 3:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, 2024 in a single-vehicle wreck on Arkansas 355 in Hempstead County. According to a preliminary Arkansas State Police report, Kenneth Davis, 70, was driving a 2017 model Peterbilt south on the road when it left the roadway and overturned.
Faces of Hot Springs: Lake Hamilton and Hot Springs Animal Hospitals
Scores of loyal clients have voted Lake Hamilton and Hot Springs Animal Hospitals as the best in the state for three years in a row, showing their deep appreciation for doctors Brian Peters and Ashley Stephens, along with their hardworking staff. “We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal...
One for All: Advanced Physical Therapy CEO Leans Into Teamwork
Melissa Holland is a pretty good authority on a lot of subjects, ranging from the financial world, where she worked the majority of her career for Fortune 500 corporations, to the finer points of Memphis barbecue, having spent 16 years living in the Bluff City. As CEO of Advanced Physical...
A Team Effort: Decorated Orthopedic Practice Bowen Hefley Keeps Growing
In 1997, two prominent orthopedic surgeons joined forces with the belief that there was a better, more personal way to deliver care in Arkansas. The move was the epitome of working without a net, yet one its visionary founders believed in wholeheartedly. Nearly 30 years later, Bowen Hefley Orthopedics is...
UA System names UAPB chancellor search committee
Former Eastman Chemical Co. senior vice president Perry Stuckey has been named chairman of the search committee for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's next chancellor. Stuckey, who holds a bachelor's degree from UAPB, has retired as chief human resources officer at Eastman, where he was responsible for global human resources, according to a news release from the University of Arkansas System. Stuckey is now president of his own Transformational Advisory Group.
Tyson Just Announced A Spirited New Nugget Shape To Honor Fans Of The University Of Arkansas
Football season hasn’t started yet, but we’re already daydreaming about the tailgate spread. Southerners are known for—and take pride in—going all out for game day. Whether you set up at the stadium or lay out an at-home spread worthy of Ole Miss, no party compares to our roster of appetizers and finger foods.
Sategna Named to Jet Award Preseason Watch List
OMAHA, Neb. – Arkansas return specialist Isaiah Sategna has been named to the 2024 Jet Award Preseason Watch List, the Jet Award Foundation announced on Wednesday. The award, named in honor of Heisman Trophy winner and College Football Hall of Famer Johnny “The Jet” Rodgers, recognizes the most outstanding return specialist in college football and will culminate with the presentation of the winner at the Jet Award Gala on April 10th, 2025.
First Community Bank Promotes Wood, Williams to Leadership Roles
First Community Bank has promoted David Wood and Allen Williams to executive vice presidents, regional presidents, recognizing their outstanding leadership and commitment to the bank’s growth. David Wood, a key figure at First Community Bank since 2001, will continue to oversee the Searcy and Cabot regions, now extending his...
Monte Harrison an intriguing figure for Arkansas football
Soon-to-be 29-year old wide receiver and former Major League Baseball player Monte Harrison has one of the the most interesting stories on the Arkansas football team. Harrison, 6-3, 230, will be a walk-on since MLB is paying for his tuition. Harrison, whose birthday is Aug. 10, 1995, was originally committed...
Arkansas giving shot to Ty'Kieast Crawford at guard, Joe More at tackle
Arkansas seemed to have established its five starters on the offensive line during spring drills, but there is still room for competition. Razorback coaches have opted to shift senior Ty'Kieast Crawford inside from right tackle to right guard and will work veteran Syracuse transfer addition Joe More at right tackle to compete for roles at those spots.
Fort Smith Animal Haven presents plan for a new animal shelter
Fort Smith Animal Haven presented plans for a new $6.2 million animal shelter to the Fort Smith Board of Directors at a study session Tuesday (July 30). The project includes an administration building with a surgical and recovery area and two 100-dog kennels. The kennels would include indoor/outdoor kennels, where...
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