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Word on the Street: Two Leaders See Big Things Ahead for Cabot Business Community
Some communities struggle to evolve or reinvent themselves, but business leaders in Cabot say the city has done an excellent job of emerging from the shadow of larger communities to develop an identity all its own. Long regarded as a bedroom town for North Little Rock, Little Rock and, to...
Learning to Lead With City Year Little Rock
For 20 years, City Year Little Rock has sent AmeriCorps recruits into local schools to support, mentor and tutor students to prepare them socially, emotionally and academically. “We’re not just an education nonprofit, but a proven, cost-effective workforce development program,” says Jennifer Cobb, CYLR executive director and senior vice president....
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...
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...
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...
31 Jul 2024 Harding Men’s Golf earns prestigious recognition from GCAA
SEARCY — Harding men’s golf team was one of only 22 NCAA Division II teams to earn President’s Special Recognition from the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) on Tuesday. To be eligible for the award, teams had to post a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher....
31 Jul 2024 Hendrix welcomes new Esports coach
CONWAY — Hendrix College has announced Jordan Toland as its new head Esports coach. Toland returns to his alma mater after serving as the Esports coach, robotics coach, and Project Lead the Way Gateway teacher at the Don Tyson School of Innovation in Springdale. “I could not be more...
31 Jul 2024 ANNIKA Women’s All Pro Tour brings attention and funds to Central Arkansas
The fifth Annual Genesis of Conway Central Arkansas Open professional women’s golf tournament was played July 10-13 at Centennial Valley Country Club in Conway. More than 100 golfers from 20 countries, in addition to the U.S., competed for the $10,000 top prize purse. This was the ninth tournament in...
31 Jul 2024 Bears open fall camp today
CONWAY — The Bears are back!. The University of Central Arkansas Bears reported to Estes Stadium on Wednesday and will open Fall Camp at 9 a.m. Thursday. The Bears, picked to win the United Athletic Conference (UAC) in the preseason coaches’ poll, are a month out from their season opener at FBS Arkansas State. The Bears and Red Wolves will renew their in-state rivalry on Saturday, August 31 at Centennial Bank Stadium in Jonesboro. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m.
Paragould Man Arrested for Domestic Disturbance Allegedly Kicked, Threatened Officers
PARAGOULD, Ark. — A man faces two felonies and two misdemeanors after his arrest during an incident involving his elderly mother, a probable cause affidavit from the Paragould Police Department said. On July 27, 2024, police responded to a residence after a 911 call reporting that two boys had...
TAPD annual PRIDE Academy is underway for Texarkana, Ark., middle schoolers
TEXARKANA, Ark. — This year’s academy had an overwhelming response from students wishing to attend. Over 100 students signed up, so Public Information Officer Kristen Schultz said they had to stop taking applications in April. The kids met in groups and wrapped up with an obstacle course. Different-colored...
Hot Springs Begins Nontraditional School Calendar
While many students are still sleeping in across the state, Hot Springs School District began its school year on Monday as part of a new nontraditional calendar. “It’s been a great start,” Superintendent Stephanie Nehus said. “The positive energy and the excitement across our district has just been really amazing.”
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...
Panther Pride: Cabot Public Schools Promotes Excellence, Scholarship
When it comes to points of community pride, few things can compete with the local public school system. From Main Street volunteerism to the athletic playing field and from the drama stage to college classrooms throughout Arkansas and across the country, Cabot Public School students are grounded in foundational principles of scholarship and citizenship as they prepare to face the challenges of a rapidly changing workplace and world.
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.