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Food Bank Touts Senior Food Pantry Network
Jonesboro, AR – (Contributed) – July 29, 2024 – In Northeast Arkansas, seniors are experiencing hunger at a staggering rate of 7.6% of the state’s population. For these seniors, the choice often comes down to essentials like groceries or medicine, groceries or rent, groceries or utilities. Recognizing this dire need, the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas, alongside other local nonprofits, started the Senior Food Pantry Network. Through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and the Senior Food Pantry Network, the Food Bank provides much-needed support to seniors facing food insecurity. CSFP is an income-based program available to individuals over 60 years of age who need food assistance.
29 Jul 2024 CARTI expands Conway presence with new treatment location
CONWAY — CARTI is expanding its footprint with a second treatment location in Faulkner County. The CARTI Clinic in Conway, overseen by Taylor Moore, M.D., a board-certified urologist, and Christie Dumboski, APRN, a urology-focused nurse practitioner, offers leading-edge care to patients facing urologic conditions and related issues. The new facility at 410 Denison Street is directly across from the CARTI Cancer Center in Conway.
Bradley County Extension Service Celebrates Robin Hollis at Retirement Reception
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Extension Service, a part of the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, celebrated the retirement of Robin Hollis today with a heartfelt reception held at the Bradley County Extension office in Warren. Colleagues, friends, and community members gathered from 1 to 3 pm to honor Hollis and her exceptional 33-year career dedicated to the UofA System.
Gas leak closes portion of East German Lane in Conway
CONWAY, Ark. – Conway police are warning drivers of a road closure caused by a gas leak on Monday. Conway Police Department officials said the gas leak has caused them to close the portion of East German Lane starting from East Oak Street and going to Mockingbird Lane. Authorities...
Man accused of hurting K9 during fight with police
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Conway man after they said he “body slammed” a K9. On Monday, July 29, Craighead County District Judge David Boling found probable cause to charge 49-year-old Kevin Brian Mason with the following:. Possession of meth or cocaine, purpose to deliver greater...
Conway PD investigating two weekend shootings
Conway, Arkansas, witnessed a devastating weekend as two shooting incidents left the community shattered. On Saturday, a man crashed his vehicle into a massage business in the Lewis Crossing Shopping Center, leading to a standoff with police. The situation escalated when he barricaded himself inside and fired at officers, forcing them to return fire. The man was fatally shot and taken to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. No other injuries were reported, but several nearby businesses were closed as the area was cordoned off during the incident.
C-130 plane to land in Bono for training
BONO, Ark. (KAIT) - A pop-up airport in the middle of a Northeast Arkansas highway is part of a unique way to prepare for disasters and emergencies in the area. The United States Air Force is set to land a C-130 on Highway 63 in Bono. Craighead County Sheriff Marty...
Heat advisory in effect for Magnolia area
Columbia County and surrounding areas of South Arkansas and North Louisiana remain under a heat advisory until 8 p.m. Tuesday. The National Weather Service in Shreveport said heat index values in excess of 105 degrees may be expected in portions of south central and southwest Arkansas, north central and northwest Louisiana, and east and northeast Texas.
The Meteor Cafe sets opening date for Fayetteville location
The Meteor Cafe will open its new Fayetteville location at South Yard at 7 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 9, officials announced today. It marks the fourth location for the cafe, joining existing sites in Dallas and Austin, Texas, and Bentonville, Ark. The Meteor, co-founded by Doug Zell and Chris St....
UCA raises $16 million from donors in latest fiscal year
The University of Central Arkansas closed out fiscal year 2024 with more than $15.9 million raised from 6,916 donors. This is the seventh consecutive year the university has surpassed its fundraising goal and raised more than $10 million. The UCA Now Campaign raised more than $109 million ten months ahead...
After The Storm: Clarksville FBC Disaster Relief Team Brings Hope, Help To Storm Victims
Tornado, floods, and mudslides. The Disaster Relief team at Clarksville First Baptist Church is ready to respond after a natural disaster. The men grab their chain saws and begin removing tree limbs, clearing roads, and making temporary and minor structural repairs to homes. They operate heavy machinery such as skid steers and man lifts to assist in clearing the debris. They show up on the scene of destroyed neighborhoods and begin the heavy lifting to make room for restoration in the community.
Woman accused of cutting, trying to stab victim
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a woman who they said cut a woman, and attempted to stab her. On Monday, July 29, Craighead County District Judge David Boling found probable cause to charge 51-year-old Susan Renee Sheppard with second-degree battery, a Class D felony. According to the affidavit, on...
Jonesboro Animal Control hosts BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelter Event
The Jonesboro Animal Control is participating in the national BISSELL Pet Foundations Empty the Shelter event. The campaign ends Wednesday. Dog and puppy adoption fees are reduced to just $40 and that includes spay and neuter, vaccines, microchip, and heartworm test for dogs six months and older. So far, the...