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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...
Governor Sanders calls convention for new Republican nominee for St. Francis County Quorum Court
FORREST CITY — Governor Sarah Sanders has called for a convention to fill a vacancy for the Republican nominee for a seat on the St. Francis County Quorum Court. Greg Gray was the Republican candidate for St. Francis County Justice of the Peace in District 6. Gray had to withdraw from the General Election due to an illness.
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...
Husqvarna properties in Nashville acquired by Phoenix Investors
– An affiliate of Phoenix Investors (“Phoenix”), a national leader in the revitalization of former manufacturing facilities, announced the acquisition of three industrial properties and a solar farm in Nashville, Arkansas. These properties, located at 630 Hwy 27 Bypass, 1 Poulan Drive, and 139 Old Airport Road, were previously owned by Swedish manufacturing giant Husqvarna. This strategic acquisition adds over 815,000 square feet to Phoenix’s portfolio, which now exceeds 78 million square feet nationwide.
Downtown vendor spaces still available for Bargains Galore
Local organizers are still seeking vendors to rent spaces in downtown Morrilton for next week's Bargains Galore on 64. Arkansas' largest annual yard sale event takes place August 8-10... Downtown Morrilton is always one of the most popular places for shoppers to visit along the 160-mile trail of yard sales...
Magnolia School District names new teachers for 2024-2025 year
The Magnolia School District welcomed 32 new licensed personnel to the district at its annual new teacher orientation training on July 18, 2024. Walker Pre-Kindergarten Center welcomed Atalya Malone (Pre-K). East Side Elementary School welcomed Adalyn Becker (1st), Jefferson Hagaman (SPED K-2), Bailey Kirk (K), and Sydney Scruggs (1st). Central...
'Darth Vader' house is back on the market
HOUSTON — Want to live in Darth Vader’s head? You can in West University. The so-called "Darth Vader house" is back on the market. Editor's note: The video above is from when we featured the home for sale in 2021. According to listing on both Zillow and Houston...
Support the Baxter County Library by joining the Texas Hold’em Tournament
The Baxter County Library Foundation’s Texas Hold’em Tournament, Ante Up for the Library, will be held at the Mountain Home Elks Lodge #1714 on Saturday, August 24. Tickets are available now at the Baxter County Library! Individual seats are priced at $100, or you can purchase a table of 6 seats for $500. All chips required for play will be provided at the event. This year’s dealer will be Stacey Havner. Registration begins at noon, and play starts at 1pm.
Crawford County Speedway (Arkansas) track photog Keith Hobson passed away
According to a Facebook post by Crawford County Speedway, their track photographer Keith Hobson has passed away. No age was provided. An official cause of death has not been announced yet. “Everyone keep our beloved photographer in your thoughts as we lost Keith Hobson yesterday,” Crawford County Dirt Track Racing...
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