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Long time foster grandparent named Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - If only every school had a “Granny Bobo.” That’s what the children call her, both young and old. “She’s the one like when you’re getting in trouble with your teacher, you’re going to go to ‘Granny Bobo.’ She’s going to help you,” said Stevie Thatcher, a former student of “Granny Bobo.”
UA Little Rock professor publishes results from a more than decade-long study focusing on local congregations
A University of Arkansas at Little Rock professor released the results of a study more than a decade in the making focusing on the community of congregations in Little Rock.
Danny Saili solid defensive line transfer for Arkansas
Arkansas is going to rely on several new faces to help out on the defensive line after losing five players from last year's team. The Razorbacks dug around in the transfer portal during the spring cycle and found junior Danny Saili to add some depth to the interior. Saili, a...
First practice in books, Taylen Green among standouts
FAYETTEVILLE — Taylen Green and the Razorbacks held their first preseason practice on Wednesday evening. Green, the transfer from Boise State, is a redshirt junior, who is one of the talented quarterbacks expected in the SEC this season. Following practice, Sam Pittman was asked how Green’s practice was?
31 Jul 2024 Youth of the Month: Greyson Ealy
Greyson Ealy, 19, has thus far never encountered a sport he didn’t like. His parents introduced him to baseball at an early age, and he later became interested in basketball while attending Quitman High School. One day during basketball practice, DJ Marrs, Quitman High School football coach, and other...
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 […]
Mark’s Arkansas Land Clearing Service Announces Comprehensive Land Management Solutions Across Arkansas and Southwest Missouri
"Our goal is to help landowners maximize the potential of their property while minimizing the environmental impact." Mark's Arkansas Land Clearing Service in Hindsville, AR provides forestry mulching, land clearing, road construction and other land management solutions across Arkansas and southwest Missouri. Owned by Mark Smith, the company uses an experienced team and modern equipment to efficiently serve residential and commercial clients while prioritizing environmental responsibility.
15-year-old missing out of Choctaw, Mississippi
A 15-year-old is missing out of Choctaw, Mississippi. The Choctaw Police Department is searching for 15-year-old Celestial Skye Maxwell who has been listed as a runaway. She is 5’0, weighs 172 pounds, and has dark blonde hair and green eyes. Anyone with information about this missing person should contact...
Big changes on the horizon for Little Rock's River Market district
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The River Market in downtown Little Rock is a main attraction, but according to city leaders, one of its centerpieces has seen better days, which is why they’re hoping to make some big changes. The area in question is the Ottenheimer Market Hall, which...
Name released in fatality accident
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Aug 1, 2024 – A Jonesboro man was killed in a two-vehicle accident on Wednesday afternoon near Hilltop. Paul Ishmuel, 79, was driving a 2004 Mazda east on Johnson making a left turn near Airport Road when he turned into the path of a 2013 Hyundai that was headed west on Johnson.
31 Jul 2024 Champions of care
Working parents not only struggle to fulfill their work responsibilities, but also struggle to find safe, affordable and reliable child care. Fortunately, Child Care Aware of Northcentral Arkansas is equipped to help parents and child care providers. The nonprofit organization is part of a nationwide network called Child Care Aware®...
Feds Warn Mississippi, Arkansas, and Tennessee Residents To Remove This From Wallets Immediately
We know what you're thinking, and no, we are not talking about keeping condoms in your wallet. Even though that's a bad idea, keeping this other item in your wallet might be even worse.
Woman faces life sentence for refusing abortion
Missouri Woman Pleads Guilty to Killing Pregnant Woman, Stealing Baby. A Missouri woman, Amber Waterman (44), pleaded guilty to the kidnapping and murder of a pregnant Arkansas woman, Ashley Bush, and the unborn child she intended to claim as her own. Details:. Waterman faces life in prison for the kidnapping...
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 […]
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