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Raymond Scogin Ryder Cup Set for September 7-8
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Golf enthusiasts in Southeast Arkansas are gearing up for the Raymond Scogin Ryder Cup, a two-day event set to take place this weekend. The competition kicks off on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the Monticello Country Club at 1:00 PM, before moving to Warren Country Club on Sunday, September 8. Players and…
Silent Spoiler: Listeria outbreak raises food safety concerns
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — From deli counters to dinner tables, food safety relies on careful research and strict sanitation. As a multistateListeria monocytogenesoutbreak linked to deli meats raises concerns, researchers continue to work behind the scenes to ensure food safety standards. Food safety scientists like Jennifer Acuff at the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station are dedicated to…
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Arkansas Softball Releases Fall Schedule
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Head coach Courtney Deifel and the Arkansas softball team released its fall schedule for 2024, which features seven dates to catch the Razorbacks in action at Bogle Park. Each home event is free for the public to attend. For the fifth consecutive season the Hogs will host their “Razorbacks Unlimited†intrasquad scrimmages which follow…
SAU Board of Trustees Hears Updates on Start of the Academic Year and Enrollment
MAGNOLIA, AR (09/06/2024) The Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees met in a regularly scheduled session on Thursday, September 5, on the SAU-Magnolia campus. Board chair, Laura Winning, opened the meeting with greetings and the approval of the minutes from the last meeting. Excitement over the start of the academic year, significant campus improvements…
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Forest stand improvement at Bayou Meto may see increased visibility
WABBASEKA — The removal of trees from the Government Cypress portion of George H. Dunklin Jr. Bayou Meto Wildlife Management Area may be a bit more visible to hunters and other recreationists accessing the area within the next few months. A staging area is being created near Long Bell Road to help transport trees involved…
Tigers Win 17th Straight Season-Opener
ARKADELPHIA – The 19th-ranked Ouachita Baptist University football team had only 20 minutes of possession, but managed to knock off Southwestern Oklahoma State 42-3 on Thursday night at home in the 2024 season opener. The victory extends Ouachita’s streak to 17 consecutive seasons with a win on opening day. It also gives the Tigers their 17th…
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MusicFest El Dorado Announces 2024 Lineup
EL DORADO, Ark. – MusicFest El Dorado is back for its 36th edition, and it’s promising to be a musical explosion like no other! Set for Friday and Saturday, October 4th and 5th, 2024, the festival will once again take over the heart of downtown El Dorado with a two-day lineup packed with live performances…
Nancy Risher Awarded Hermitage Yard of the Month for September
HERMITAGE, Ark. – 9-5-24 – Revitalize Hermitage has announced Nancy Risher as the recipient of the Yard of the Month award for September. This recognition highlights Risher’s dedication to maintaining a beautiful and well-kept yard, showcasing her pride in her property and commitment to enhancing the community’s appearance. Revitalize Hermitage, a local initiative focused on…
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Warren School District Issues Guidelines for Student Behavior at Football Games
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District has issued a set of expectations regarding student behavior at upcoming football games. These guidelines aim to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees, emphasizing the need for students to act responsibly while attending events at Warren’s football stadium. Key points of the expectations include the…
A-State Fall Enrollment Rises 12% to Record 16,687 Students
JONESBORO – Arkansas State University fall enrollment soared 12% over last year to an all-time record of 16,687 students, Chancellor Todd Shields announced today. A-State broke last fall’s record enrollment of 14,903 as more high school students chose A-State to pursue a college degree, with a 14.5% increase in first-year, on-campus students. Transfers of traditional…
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Hampton High School Band Invites Alumni to Join for Homecoming Performance
HAMPTON, Ark. – Former Hampton High School band members are being invited to dust off their instruments and join the current Hampton High School band in a special performance during the school’s upcoming Homecoming festivities. The school is encouraging alumni who played in the band to participate in the Homecoming game celebration on September 20,…
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Mississippi River continues to trend lower; draft restrictions in place for shipping
JONESBORO, Ark. — Barges plying the shrinking lower Mississippi River have to reduce their draft, meaning operators will have to cut the amount of cargo their boats carry to meet the latest restrictions. “The gauge at Memphis dropped to the low water threshold of minus 5 feet on Aug. 30,†said Scott Stiles, extension economics program associate for…
Abigail Kingrey Receives 2024 AAS Hester Davis Annual Meeting Scholarship
POCAHONTAS, Ark. – The Arkansas Archaeological Society (AAS) has announced Abigail Kingrey as the 2024 recipient of the Hester Davis Annual Meeting Scholarship. Abigail, a resident of Pocahontas, Arkansas, is pursuing an online degree from Colorado State University with a focus on archaeology. Kingrey, who graduated from high school in 2021, shared her passion for…