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Arkansas Government Transparency Act submitted to Attorney General for approval

Arkansas Government Transparency Act submitted to Attorney General for approval

The following is a news release being distributed through the Arkansas Press Association Paid News Distribution Service. December 4, 2023 (Little Rock, Ark.) – Today, Arkansas Citizens for Transparency submitted an initiated measure amending the Arkansas code to create the “Arkansas Government Transparency Act”; and to modernize, clarify and update the Freedom of Information Act…

Mateos tabbed to lead Hogs’ O-Line

Mateos tabbed to lead Hogs’ O-Line

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas Head Coach Sam Pittman has selected Eric Mateos to lead the Razorbacks’ offensive line. Mateos heads back to Fayetteville after most recently having served as the offensive line coach at Baylor for the previous three seasons. Mateos served as Pittman’s graduate assistant for the Hogs from 2013-15 while Pittman was the…

Entergy Arkansas shares decorative lighting reminders for the holidays

Entergy Arkansas shares decorative lighting reminders for the holidays

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Decorating your home with festive lights is a great way to celebrate the holiday season. Whether you’re a pro or a novice when it comes to putting up decorations, it’s important to understand the risks of hanging lights. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Christmas lights alarmingly cause 40% of…

New business in New Edinburg prepares for grand opening

New business in New Edinburg prepares for grand opening

Excitement is building in New Edinburg as a new shop, My Homespun Cottage, prepares to open its doors at 6140 Hwy 8, offering a unique shopping experience for locals and visitors alike. My Homespun Cottage, owned by Barbie Trammell and her family, will feature antiques, home decor, gifts, jewelry, and boutique clothing, shoes, and purses.…

A-State set to play in 2023 Camellia Bowl, Making first bowl appearance since 2019

A-State set to play in 2023 Camellia Bowl, Making first bowl appearance since 2019

JONESBORO, Ark. (12/3/23) – The Arkansas State Athletics Department announced Sunday that the Red Wolves have accepted an official invitation to play in the 2023 Camellia Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 23, at 11:00 a.m. (CT). By Jerry Scott Arkansas State University Making its first bowl-game appearance since 2019, the Red Wolves will face Mid-American Conference…

State Police investigating double homicide in Wilmar

State Police investigating double homicide in Wilmar

The following is a press release from the Arkansas State Police: WILMAR, Ark. – The Drew County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has asked ASP’s Criminal Investigation Division to investigate a double homicide that occurred in Wilmar in the early morning hours of Sunday, December 3, 2023. DCSO responded to a 911 call at approximately 2:30 a.m.,…

Regular phone lines down at the City of Warren Emergency Services Building

Regular phone lines down at the City of Warren Emergency Services Building

WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren Emergency Services Building’s regular land lines within the facility are currently down. This isolated issue is confined to the Emergency Services Building alone, and efforts are underway to address the situation. As of now, regular land lines within the Emergency Services Building are down and not in operation.…

Banks Volunteer Fire Department secures grant for new fire station upgrades

Banks Volunteer Fire Department secures grant for new fire station upgrades

BANKS, Ark. – Friday, December 1, the town of Banks announced that the Banks Volunteer Fire Department has been awarded the Rural Community Grant, a significant boost of $15,000 that will complement the department’s in-kind labor match of another $15,000. These funds will be utilized to finalize the electrical and HVAC installations in the new…