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Pine Bluff High School staff getting set for year at Robey
To Ronald Laurent, the setting is familiar: a single building where students can walk indoors from one class to another. In the past, that building was known as Jack Robey Junior High School. For the next two years, it's Pine Bluff High School. "I don't care what anyone says; this...
DeWitt Fire Department and Summit Utilities to host ‘Cool the Kids’ event on Aug. 6 with fire truck water spray and food
The DeWitt Fire Department and Summit Utilities are holding their Cool the Kids event on Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 6 to 7 p.m. DeWitt Fire Department Chief Bill Paxton said community members look forward to this event, and he is excited to bring it back. “We have been doing this...
Wingstock Returns for Another Year of Deliciousness
No matter the season, it’s hard to turn down a plate of wings, and in August, you’ll have a chance to get your fill and then some. This summer Wingstock will once again take over the Simmons Bank Arena on Saturday, Aug. 10, for the first time since before the pandemic.
Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas to host commodity distribution in Wynne
WYNNE — The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host drive-thru commodity distribution on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at the Odell McCallum Community Center, 325 Magnolia Street in Wynne. Food will be distributed from 9-11 a.m. or until it runs out. Persons receiving USDA foods must reside in Cross County....
Morrilton City Council to Consider Voluntary Tax for Parks & Rec
Exploring Innovative Funding for Parks and Recreation in Morrilton. In Morrilton, Arkansas, the City Council is embarking on an ambitious journey to enhance the funding streams for the city’s parks and recreation programs. In a significant step forward, the Council has approved exploring the possibility of introducing a voluntary tax to augment the current budget for these services.
John Calipari on Kenny Payne on his staff: ‘We’re in the foxhole together’
John Calipari and Kenny Payne have spent the past few seasons on separate, if not opposing, sidelines. Now, at Arkansas, the pair are back together again on the same staff. Calipari spoke about Payne and the rest of his Razorback staff during a press conference on Monday. When it comes to Payne, along with his […] The post John Calipari on Kenny Payne on his staff: ‘We’re in the foxhole together’ appeared first on On3.
Cheryle Sullivan retiring from Peoples Bank
Cheryle Sullivan, customer service specialist, will retire from Peoples Bank effective Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Her impressive banking career spans 42 years. “Cheryle joined our team in March 2022 when Peoples Bank purchased the Bank OZK Magnolia branch. Her experience and caring attitude were invaluable during that transition. Her spunk and sense of humor will be missed by all, but we are so happy for her as she starts this new chapter,” said Mary Fowler, CEO.
West Memphis district starts school year after superintendent’s death
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — Tuesday marked the first day of the 2024-2025 school year for the West Memphis district after the untimely passing of their superintendent. Maddux Elementary School Principal, Kalisha Pitts, says the focus is on building a future for students together. Pitts wants to remind parents of the new guidelines. “Schools dismiss now […]
Northside Cleanup effort was a success, city reports
The July 20 Slam Dunk the Junk Northside Cleanup was a success, according to a news release from the city of Pine Bluff. The mayor's office recently announced the first community cleanup as part of the Slam Dunk the Junk initiative to clean up the city. The initiative brought together...
Mom accused of threatening witness in son's trial
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - Paragould police arrested a Jonesboro woman suspected of threatening a witness in her son’s upcoming trial. Greene County District Court Judge Daniel Stidham found probable cause Monday to arrest 44-year-old Amanda Platt on suspicion of intimidating a witness, tampering, and harassing communications. According to court...
Buffalo National River update on Beaver Jim Villines’ boyhood home
Last week, Buffalo National River took the first steps towards stabilizing and rehabilitating the Beaver Jim Villines’ Boyhood home in Ponca. In 2022, a tree fell and damaged the roof of the Beaver Jim Villines’ Boyhood Home in Ponca. The damage to the roof compromised the integrity of the historic structure built in 1850 and made the log building unsafe to enter.
Brotherhood of Fulton Sets Two Benefits for August
The Brotherhood and Sisterhood of Fulton have set two benefit programs for August. The first will be for Sister Severa Davis. The benefit is set for Antioch Baptist Church at 7999 Highway 332 East in the DeAnn community near Hope. The program is set for August 17th at 6pm. A love offering will be taken for Sister Davis. The public is cordially invited. For info contact Pastor Jessie Henry at 870-703-8994 or 870-896.2581. You may also contact Deacon Jimmy Smith at 870-359-5820.
Arkansas coffee shop pays employees ‘livable wage’
ROGERS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — An Arkansas company is the first-ever to be recognized for paying its employees a “livable wage.” Onyx Coffee Lab announced in a news release that they have received the highest certification from Living Wage for US, a third-party nonprofit helping businesses reach living wages for their employees. People living in Washington County should […]
Arkansas Latino Hall of Fame announces inaugural class
The Arkansas Latino Hall of Fame (ALHOF) revealed the names of its inaugural class of inductees — four individuals and one organization – that have made significant contributions to the state and their respective fields. The inductees, who will be honored at the inaugural ceremony on Thursday, October...
5 preseason candidates for Arkansas high school football Offensive Player of the Year
Each season SBLive Arkansas picks an all-class all-state team and individual awards including Player of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year. Below is a list of five players who could be the Offensive Player of the Year.
Entergy Corporation Commits $20 Million to HBCUs in Four-State Service Area
Officials at Entergy Corp. recently announced a new 10-year, $20 million commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the energy giant’s four-state service area, which includes, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. The $20 million investment in HBCU campuses, students, and their families will expand Entergy’s The Power...