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JUCO batting average leader Elliott Peterson commits to Arkansas
Southeast Community College catcher Elliott Peterson has committed to Arkansas, Hawgsports has confirmed from Riley McFerran of HawgBeat. The Razorbacks baseball team now has 12 commits transferring in, including Kuhio Aloy, Charles Davalan, Carson Hansen, Maximus Martin, Logan Maxwell, Landon Beidelschies, Rocco Peppi, Aiden Jimenez, Carson Boles, Michael Anderson and Zach Root.
EDUCATION NOTEBOOK: Schools to get funding, more support to accelerate learning | Little Rock School District prices for child care program rising | Meal prices in Little Rock
Schools to Receive Funding and Support to Accelerate Learning. Accelerate, a national nonprofit organization, has awarded grants to five states to implement high-impact tutoring in public schools. Delaware, Louisiana, Ohio, Arkansas, and Colorado received million each to support literacy and mathematics tutoring. This initiative aims to improve academic outcomes in these states. …
Hardy police has busy Fourth of July week
HARDY, Ark. (KAIT) - Hardy is a hot spot in northeast Arkansas for visitors to go to during the Fourth of July, and this week was no different. Hardy Police Department had a busy week and weekend, receiving multiple phone calls. Officer Anthony Gielen says most of the problems were...
White Hall school to get $50,000 grant from LeARner Collective
White Hall High School has been selected among five Arkansas schools to participate in the schoolwide transformation pathway of Phase II of Forward Arkansas' LeARner Collective with each receiving a $50,000 grant. The initiative is focused on empowering schools in the Arkansas Delta and Northwest Arkansas to enhance student learning....
Arkansas Governor's School kicks off 45th annual event
RUSSELLVILLE (KATV) — Arkansas Governor's School has begun at the Arkansas Tech University campus in Russellville. This marks the 45th iteration of the prestigious academic event, and sixth consecutive year that the event has been held at Arkansas Tech. The four week-program is set to run from July 7...
Former SWAC champion HC to join staff of conference rival
Under Murray's leadership Grambling won the 2018 SWAC tournament championship, won a share of the SWAC regular season title in 2017, and secured the SWAC's first-ever postseason tournament victory in the WNIT. The post Former SWAC champion HC to join staff of conference rival appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Former Razorbacks competing in NBA Summer League
The 2024 slate of NBA Summer League games officially started on Saturday, and multiple former Razorback basketball players debuted with their respective teams. Starting with the California Classic Summer League in Sacramento and Sac Francisco from July 6-10 and then followed by the Salt Lake City Summer League from July 8-10, former Hoop Hogs looking to make their mark at the professional level will conclude the summer with the NBA 2k25 Summer League in Las Vegas from July 12-22.
Visit to Pea Ridge Park details history of Cherokee trials on trail
Uncovering the Legacy of the Cherokee Trail of Tears at Pea Ridge Park. Shelly Todd, the superintendent of Pea Ridge National Military Park, recently welcomed visitors to the park, marking a significant moment in Cherokee history amid the 1830s forced removal of Indigenous people. The Trail of Tears, a dark...
FYI Calendar: Book clubs stay active, authors speak
Today, local book clubs are gearing up for an exciting lineup of events featuring acclaimed authors. The popularity of book clubs has been steadily increasing as they continue to offer a unique space for readers and writers to interact, share, and learn. Enriching the Experience. These clubs are designed to...
Three Minutes with Artist Aaron Bleidt, on Show at Oven & Tap | Arkansas Online
His latest exhibition, titled “Three Minutes with Artist Aaron Bleidt, on Show at Oven & Tap”, captures the heart and soul of the region. Bleidt, an Arkansas native living and working in Fayetteville, intertwines his entrepreneurial spirit with progressive aesthetics. This intriguing collection brings a new wave of vivacity to the local arts scene.
‘Henry V’ on stage in Conway, Little Rock, Russellville next weekend | Arkansas Online
‘Henry V’ on Stage in Conway, Little Rock, Russellville Next Weekend. A collaborative theatrical production of William Shakespeare’s “Henry V” is ready to enthrall audiences in three Arkansas cities next weekend. The unique joint production features a talented cast of five professional actors, four of whom hail from Arkansas. These versatile performers will breathe life into nearly two dozen characters, showcasing their remarkable range and skill.
LIVE! A Music Calendar: Springdale Comedian Joe Means Headlines Hoppy Hour Comedy
Springdale Comedian Joe Means Takes Center Stage at Hoppy Hour Comedy. Springdale-based comedian Joe Means is set to headline this month’s Hoppy Hour Comedy Show, bringing his unique brand of humor to the newly remodeled event space at Fort Smith Brewing. This highly anticipated event is sure to delight audiences with Means’ signature wit and charm.
Walmart facing lawsuit over ‘deceptive and unfair pricing practices’
Walmart is facing a class-action lawsuit over "deceptive and unfair pricing practices" on groceries after a federal appeals court reversed a lower court's decision on June 3, according to court documents.
Arkansas teen with Down syndrome to be in Times Square event
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KARK/KAIT) – One teenager with Down syndrome from North Little Rock plans to inspire others with his upcoming Times Square appearance. According to our content partner KARK, 19-year-old Caleb Smith will appear in New York City’s Times Square video appearance for the National Down Syndrome Society, representing Arkansas.
Pleasant Plains Woman Killed in Independence County Crash
INDEPENDENCE COUNTY, Ark. – A tragic accident occurred on Friday, resulting in the death of a Pleasant Plains woman. The Arkansas Department of Public Safety reported that around 6 p.m. on July 5, 22-year-old Insley Vinson was driving a 2013 Cadillac north on Highway 87 in Independence County. As she attempted to navigate a curve, her vehicle lost control.
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