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Arkansas panel OKs voucher program with ‘substantive change’ for public schools
Arkansas public schools will soon have an opportunity to collect money from the state’s new school voucher program, according to a rule passed out of a state subcommittee Tuesday. With minimal discussion, the Administrative Rules Subcommittee of the Arkansas Legislative Council unanimously reviewed and approved a permanent rule governing Education Freedom Accounts, which included a […]
First Community Bank recognized as one of Arkansas’ best places to work for third year in a row
A Batesville financial institution has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Arkansas for 2024. First Community Bank secured a spot on the Arkansas Business survey and awards program for the third consecutive year. “We are honored to be recognized as one of the Best Places...
Daycare closes doors with little notice
Brookland, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 31, 2024 – Look What I Can Do Daycare of Brookland is being accused of NOT doing “all they can do” for their employees. On July 15, Look What I Can Do (LWICD) announced to their employees and parents...
Thomas, Parks on Watch Lists
Arkansas State Red Wolves offensive tackle Makilan Thomas has been named to the Outland Trophy Preseason Watch List it was announced on Tuesday. Thomas, from Little Rock Central, a first-team preseason All-Sun Belt pick, will be in his third season as a starter for the Red Wolves. Presented by the...
Month in Clark County history: August
For the Month in Clark County History, we combed through bound copies of the Daily Siftings Herald housed in the archives at Ouachita Baptist University. Here are some front-page news briefs from editions dating 10, 20 and 30 years ago. In August 1994:. • The 1994 Arkadelphia Fighting Badgers began...
McGehee man charged with December 2023 double murder
Arkansas State Police have arrested a McGehee man in connection with a double homicide in December 2023 in Wilmar (Drew County). At about 7:25 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, 2024, officers stopped a black-colored Dodge Charger at an intersection in Lake Village (Chicot County). A passenger was identified as Taiwan Collins...
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.
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.
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...
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...
19 UAPB sports hall inductions set
A longtime senior woman administrator and the police chief of Washington, D.C., are among 19 former University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff athletes who will be inducted into the UAPB/AM&N Letter A Club Sports Hall of Fame on Aug. 10. Betty Hayes-Anthony is the senior woman administrator and associate athletic...
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