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Federal judge dismisses claims against Gov. Lee in Memphis-Shelby County Schools lawsuit
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WZTV) — A federal judge has dismissed claims against Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and several top state officials in a lawsuit challenging the state’s planned oversight of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. The lawsuit centers on whether the state can give a newly appointed oversight board authority over...
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A-State Day of Service draws hundreds of freshmen
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Arkansas State University freshmen joined Special Olympics Arkansas at the First National Bank Arena as part of the university’s Freshman Day of Service. Around 200 athletes and coaches took part in pickleball, cheerleading, bocce, and basketball, plus health education stations. “A-State took it and ran...
stclaircourier.com
Osceola Schools searching for new leader as superintendent announces upcoming retirement
In late September, Osceola Schools Superintendent, Brian Wishard, announced he would be retiring from the district’s leading role at the end of the 2026-2027 school year. This item is available in full to subscribers. Attention subscribers. We have launched a new website, but since encrypted passwords cannot be transferred...
arkansasradio.com
Lyon College President Melissa Taverner Named Top 100 Woman of Arkansas
Lyon College President Dr. Melissa Taverner has been named one of the 2026 Top 100 Women of Arkansas by Little Rock Soirée magazine and the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas. The recognition honors women from across Arkansas for leadership, professional achievement and contributions to their communities. For Taverner, the...
whiterivernow.com
University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville moves to zero-cost textbook model for most courses
Textbooks are fast becoming a thing of the past for most students at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, where a new initiative is stripping away one of higher education’s most persistent hidden expenses. UACCB has transitioned nearly all courses to Open Educational Resources (OER) and Zero...
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Big Glo Blesses Cordova HS Senior Class With $25K Donation!
Big Glo, doing big things in her hometown! This time donating to the senior class of Cordova High!. Glorilla returned to her hometown with a special surprise for students at Cordova High School during the school’s homecoming celebration!. The rapper presented the school with a $25,000 donation, which will...
neareport.com
William McLean Named Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor at A-State
JONESBORO, Ark. — Arkansas State University has named William McLean its permanent provost and executive vice chancellor, Chancellor Calvin White Jr. announced Oct. 5. McLean, a two-time A-State graduate and longtime faculty member and administrator, has served in the role on an interim basis since July. As the university’s...
The 74
Memphis Schools Takeover Could Move Forward Soon
A state oversight board appointed to take over Memphis schools may soon take charge of Tennessee’s largest school district. U.S. District Court Judge Waverly Crenshaw said he is prepared to dissolve his order blocking the board from taking control of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Crenshaw made the comment during a court hearing Friday in which he […]
Chalkbeat
Memphis schools takeover could move forward soon
Did you know search engines like Google are changing the way you see news? Keep Chalkbeat’s valuable education coverage at the top of your feeds by clicking here and checking the box next to our name. A state oversight board appointed to take over Memphis schools may soon take charge of Tennessee’s largest school district. U.S. District Court Judge Waverly Crenshaw said he is prepared to dissolve his order blocking the board from taking control of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Crenshaw made the comment during a court hearing Friday in which he closely questioned attorneys for the Memphis-Shelby County school board. “Whenever the oversight board is ready to do business, I’m going to dissolve my order,” Crenshaw said. Crenshaw also sided with Tennessee attorneys on a motion to dismiss Gov. Bill Lee, Education Commissioner Lizette Reynolds, and legislative leaders as defendants in the pending lawsuit. After a summer of uncertainty over whether and when the state takeover would move forward, Friday’s hearing suggested the oversight board could soon begin exercising its authority while leaving questions about how the takeover will proceed. The takeover was established under a new state law that created a nine-person politically appointed oversight board and was scheduled
jonesbororightnow.com
Arvest Foundation Awards $4K Grant to Nettleton’s University Heights School of Medical Arts
Jonesboro, AR – Contributed – The Arvest Foundation recently announced a $4,000 grant to Nettleton Public Schools – University Heights School of Medical Arts (UHSMA). The grant will be used to fund the school’s participation in The Amazing Shake and Global Amazing Shake competitions. Kevin Hufstedler,...
thewynneprogress.com
Bumpers on the Road coming to eastern Arkansas
EASTERN ARKANSAS — The Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville is bringing its “Bumpers on the Road” program to eastern Arkansas. Bumpers on the Road provides an opportunity for students to explore their college options, learn about...
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Dedmans Establish Legacy Scholarship to Support A-State Students
Jonesboro, AR – Contributed – A new scholarship at Arkansas State University will help Arkansas students pursuing degrees in business and STEM fields while honoring the values of education, opportunity and service that have shaped one Arkansas family for generations. Ronald Dedman ’78 and Mitchell Dedman ’11, both...
Baxter Bulletin
MHJH football teams whip Marion
Mountain Home's junior high football team held Marion to 12 yards in the first half and remained unbeaten on the season as it cruised to a 45-8 victory over the Junior Patriots on Thursday at Bomber Stadium. Bates King led the Junior Bombers with 124 rushing yards and a touchdown...
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4 Memphis-area teachers awarded for their work
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — On a typical day of school, students hear the school bells echo down the hall, but Wednesday, they may have heard the shrieks of excitement that were much louder. Four teachers across Memphis were surprised with recognition from Tennesseans for Quality Early Education for their hard work in early childhood education — and […]
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New Paragould High School Arena opens to the public
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - The Paragould School District cut the ribbon on the new Paragould High School Arena Wednesday afternoon. The 61,630-square foot facility will give the school more room for its basketball and volleyball programs and features seating for 1,468 fans, as well as seven locker rooms and dedicated spaces for cheer, dance, and wrestling.
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Batesville church shutters daycare program
BATESVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - A daycare closure in Independence County left many working families without child care and highlighted a shortage of infant care in the Batesville area. When Bright Beginnings Daycare permanently shut its doors in the middle of September, it displaced roughly 150 children. The daycare is part...
thewynneprogress.com
A-State announces list of students receiving degrees in August conferral
JONESBORO, Ark. — Arkansas State University has announced the list of students who completed degree requirements to receive their diplomas through the August conferral. The list includes graduates from 43 states, territories and D.C., and 16 other countries. Diplomas were awarded at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral...
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Rain could affect Wynne High School homecoming festivities
WYNNE — Some adjustments will be made for Wynne’s homecoming game tomorrow night, if rain forces them. Wynne athletic director Bryant Mattox said the homecoming festivities will begin at 6:30 p.m. “The homecoming court, obviously, goes out on the field. The ceremony is at 6:30 p.m. before the...