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Arkansas education board removes Lee County’s fiscal distress status
The Arkansas State Board of Education on Thursday voted to remove the Lee County School District from its fiscal distress status, but state officials will continue to monitor the district’s finances for the next three years. Superintendent Michael Stone told the Advocate he felt great about the board’s decision and said his Delta district has […] The post Arkansas education board removes Lee County’s fiscal distress status appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
West Memphis animal shelter full; how you can help 70 rescued pups
MEMPHIS, Tenn. –The West Memphis Animal Shelter is now caring for 70 dogs found living in horrible conditions at Hughes, Arkansas home. Shelter director Kerry Facello said Thursday they were able to rescue the last of the dogs from the property on Earle Beck Road off Highway 147. “There were two more, and it was almost […]
Opportunity for Local Contractors: Wynne Public Works Seeks Bids for City Street Improvements
The City of Wynne, Arkansas, is accepting bids for public works projects, including chip sealing, asphalt milling, and asphalt overlay of city streets. Interested parties must submit their proposals by May 28, 2024, before 12:59 PM. The bids will be opened at 1:00 PM on the same day at Wynne City Hall.Visit here for more details.
Prom season makes way in Forrest City Arkansas
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It’s prom day in Forrest City Arkansas and leaders are making sure students have a safe and fun night. Their prom is set to take place at the Forrest City Civic Center. While juniors at Forrest City High School make sure the prom venue looks good, seniors are getting ready for the […]
McGruder, Barnett victorious in Arkansas Delta Democratic runoffs
Two eastern Arkansas Democrats earned spots on the November ballot following victories Tuesday night in their respective primary runoff elections. Jessie McGruder defeated Raymond Whiteside with 59% of the vote in the House District 35 race, while Hughes Mayor Lincoln Barnett beat Fred Leonard with nearly 56% of the vote in the House District 63 […] The post McGruder, Barnett victorious in Arkansas Delta Democratic runoffs appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Marianna, AR issues state of emergency, curfew over violence
MARIANNA, Ark. — The city of Marianna, Ark. has declared a state of emergency and a curfew due to increased gun violence. The City Council of Marianna declared a state of emergency for 52 hours. It begins at 8:00 p.m. Friday night and will conclude on Sunday, March 31 at midnight. The City Council of […]
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