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Anheuser-Busch grant supports Arkansas rice research
Researchers with the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station were recently awarded $130,000 from Anheuser-Busch, donated through the Anheuser-Busch Foundation, to support ongoing projects ranging from rice quality and brewing applications to water stewardship and crop management. The funding to the research arm of the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is...
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Google is helping build better futures for West Memphis kids
When Google broke ground on a $4 billion data center project in West Memphis last October, I expected opportunities to focus on construction and economic development. What I didn’t expect was for their team to come to my office the very next morning and ask the question every educator in the state dreams of hearing: “What’s on your wish list?”
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Pumpkin Hollow shifts to night hours for opening weekend due to heat
Pumpkin Hollow will only be open at night this weekend, with regular daytime hours resuming next week.
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Wynne businesses reminded of new sales tax rate
WYNNE — The city of Wynne issued a reminder to businesses Thursday regarding local sales tax collections. The city says the current sales tax rate is now 9.625%. It was 10.5%. However, part of the tax was eliminated following the expiration of the county jail tax that was put...
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THE EXPERT | All About Gas Logs
Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – As cooler weather approaches, fireplaces become a focal point in the home again. While a traditional wood-burning fire has its charm, hauling wood, building a fire, cleaning up ashes, and dealing with smoke can make it less appealing for everyday use. Gas logs offer a convenient alternative—providing warmth and the appearance of a real fire with little more than the push of a button.
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Jonesboro A&P Commission Hears Updates on Tax Collections, Projects, and More
Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – The Jonesboro Advertising and Promotion (A&P) Commission heard some updates on upcoming projects, tax collections and cash positions, and more during its meeting Thursday. Commissioners were presented updates on the commission’s tax collections and current estimated cash position. Commission chair Jerry...
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Wynne business rebounds three years after tornado
WYNNE, Ark. (KAIT) - Wynne’s high school is not the only one recovering from the tornado three years ago. Local businesses are also coming back. The Cordial Cottage was destroyed in the tornado but now has a new home, along with other businesses on Murray Avenue, about a mile and a half from its original location on Falls Boulevard.
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Community Insurance Promotes Lisha Foust to Senior Vice President in Batesville
Community Insurance, a subsidiary of First Community Bank, announced September 17 that Lisha Foust has been promoted to senior vice president, operations manager. Foust oversees operational functions across the agency, supporting client service and daily operations. Her responsibilities remain largely unchanged, according to the announcement, with the promotion recognizing her leadership, experience and contributions to the organization.
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Anheuser-Busch grant supports Arkansas rice research
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Researchers with the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station were recently awarded $130,000 from Anheuser-Busch, donated through the Anheuser-Busch Foundation, to support ongoing projects ranging from rice quality and brewing applications to water stewardship and crop management. The funding to the research arm of the University of Arkansas...
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Jonesboro grid holds up under summer heat, but bills rise
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Jonesboro City Water and Light says the local power grid has held up under record summer demand, though customers may see the impact of that demand on their monthly bills. The Jonesboro power grid connects to a larger network covering a large portion of North America.
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About 180 Trumann residents affected by temporary outage during pole repairs
About 180 Craighead Electric Cooperative members in east Trumann were impacted by a temporary power outage during emergency repairs. The cooperative says crews identified a severely damaged utility pole on the east side of Trumann. The top of the pole had burned, and crews needed to shut down the circuit...
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City of Jonesboro buys building for police substation
The city of Jonesboro has purchased the former Shelter Insurance office building on East Highland Drive for $2.75 million, with plans to use the property as a second location for the Jonesboro Police Department. The deal was completed Aug. 21. The city was represented by Jerry Halsey and Landon Wilson...
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MLGW: 13,000 customers facing disconnection
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - For the first time in seven long weeks, the Mid-South will get a small break from this horrendous heat and humidity. That also means Memphis, Light, Gas, and Water will resume disconnections for customers who haven’t paid their bills. Memphis residents like Annie Harris say the...
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Red Wolf Vintage Market is coming to campus: A chance to shop second-hand, support local small businesses
Vintage and thrift shopping has been quickly on the rise, recently becoming a staple part of mainstream fashion culture. Online, social media is filled with creators showing their thrift hauls, second-hand selling platforms like Depop and Thread Up are growing every day, and Y2K styles are being replicated by many fast-fashion clothing companies.