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Intimidator Group and The Toro Company Foundation announce Greenspace Enhancement Grant Program
Intimidator Group and The Toro Company Foundation have launched this year’s Greenspace Enhancement Grant Program, continuing their commitment to improving local landscapes. According to a release from Intimidator, the program is open to nonprofits in Batesville and surrounding communities. It offers funding opportunities to rejuvenate and preserve outdoor spaces. Previous grants have supported projects like sustainable agriculture gardens, park renovations, and water conservation initiatives.
Batesville Schools superintendent leads community meeting on district challenges
In Monday evening’s Batesville School District Community Meeting at the Batesville Aquatics and Community Center, Superintendent Dr. Ken James addressed various topics, shedding light on the district’s current status and future plans. With a designated time for questions and answers, the meeting aimed to foster transparency and engage the community in discussions vital to the district’s well-being.
Name of missing boater found in lake identified
POWHATAN, Ark. (KAIT) - The sheriff’s office has identified a boater who drowned Tuesday in Lake Charles. Lawrence County Sheriff Tony Waldrupe said rescue crews located the body of 63-year-old Ronnie Lindsey of the Cord-Charlotte area around 7:46 p.m. May 7. Waldrupe said his office received a call around...
Lyon College selects locations of Arkansas’ first dental, vet schools
Lyon College officials announced Tuesday that the state’s first dental and veterinary schools will be built in Little Rock and Cabot, respectively. Renovation and construction of the campuses is scheduled to begin this year with the inaugural classes expected to enroll in the dental and vet schools in the summer and fall of 2025, respectively, […] The post Lyon College selects locations of Arkansas’ first dental, vet schools appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Cave City man dies after early morning vehicle accident
An early morning one-vehicle accident on Saturday resulted in the death of a Cave City man. According to the Arkansas State Police, 66-year-old Joe Guthrie was killed when his 2021 Ford Escape crashed into a sign. The state police reported that Guthrie’s vehicle was traveling northbound on U.S. Highway 167...
Newport applies for grant to fix street problem
NEWPORT, Ark. (KAIT) - The city of Newport has applied for an 80/20 grant from the Arkansas Department of Transportation to improve its streets. The grant will allow them to remove trees and fix a sidewalk on Elm Street that has broken a water main. City inspector Trey Randolph said...
Pictures of the Day: Fire Boss
David Dow submitted these photos and a note: “These folks are conducting training flights at Heber Springs Municipal Airport (KHBZ) in Arkansas. Fire Boss aircraft are used for fighting fires. They scoop up water in the floats from a nearby lake or river. In this case, they are operating out of Greers Ferry Lake, just north of Little Rock. These aircraft have a useful load of almost 7,000 pounds. They are very big!”
City-County Connections Meeting update: The Land of Opportunity with Rex Nelson
Independence County Judge Kevin Jeffery (pictured above, right) kicked off the City-County Connections meeting on Thursday, highlighting significant progress and future plans for the community. Jeffery outlined some of the county’s upcoming endeavors, including achieving 60% of the normal allocation for road maintenance ahead of schedule. “This year has...
UACCB Student Team among 12 advancing to National Community College Innovation Challenge Finals
A University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB) team is heading to Washington, D.C., to compete in a National Science Foundation student competition. According to a release from UACCB, the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) partnered with the Foundation to select the college’s student team to compete with 11 other finalist teams as they each advanced to the final round of the Community College Innovation Challenge (CCIC), taking place June 2024 in Washington D.C.
Heber Springs man dies after motorcycle accident
A Heber Springs man has died after injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident last week in Quitman, Ark. Arkansas State Police say Joshua Phillip Royce, 32, was traveling east on State Highway 134 on Thursday, May 2, around 9 p.m., when his 2021 Kawasaki left the roadway and struck a culvert.
The 29th Annual Gardener's Fair at Historic Locust Grove helps you spring into spring
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Gardening fans can get inspired at Historic Locust Grove. WDRB's Keith Kaiser gets a look at their 29th annual Gardeners' Fair. Historic Locust Grove’s Gardeners’ Fair will feature vendors selling seeds, flowers, vegetable plants, garden tools, and garden-focused goods such as bird houses, lawn ornaments, flowerpots, and more.
Batesville School District schedules community meeting with superintendent for Monday
The Batesville School District is scheduled to hold a community meeting on Monday, May 6. Superintendent Dr. Ken James is expected to address the state of the district, following up on topics raised during the April “City and County Connections” meeting with Batesville Mayor Rick Elumbaugh and Independence County Judge Kevin Jeffery. (Click here to read more about that meeting from White River Now.)
Batesville names new police chief while condemnation process begins for VFW building
The City of Batesville now has a new police chief. John Scarbrough (pictured), the now-former assistant police chief for Batesville, was selected at a special meeting of the Batesville City Council held Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. Scarbrough has been serving as interim chief since the retirement of former Batesville Police...
Red Hot Ladies Luncheon raises $20,000 for White River Health Oncology Clinic and Infusion Center
The 2024 Red Hot Ladies Luncheon, held April 5 at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, raised a significant $20,000 for the White River Health Oncology Clinic & Infusion Center. Citizens Bank, a major sponsor of the event, announced the donation amount. “The proceeds will help ensure the...
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