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Caregivers honored at Alzheimer's Arkansas event in El Dorado
Alzheimer's Arkansas is hosting an event July 19 for unpaid caregivers showing them appreciation for the work they do. This event will be held at The Canvas Art Studio located at 2018 N. College Ave from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.. "Alzheimer's Arkansas is...

Crystal Bridges and Art Bridges Acquire 90 Works of Contemporary Native Art
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Art Bridges Foundation in Bentonville, Arkansas, have acquired 90 works of contemporary Native art from the St. Louis–based John and Susan Horseman Collection, which focuses on supporting Indigenous...

Texas trucker accused of firing at vehicle on Interstate 40 in Arkansas
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — A Texas truck driver is in custody after a shooting incident on Interstate 40 in Arkansas. According to a press release, the Arkansas State Police (ASP) is investigating a road rage incident involving gunfire that...

Food Bites: Art of Wine, Prestonrose Towne Bistro & More
We have no shortage of food bites throughout Arkansas, so each week, we’ll be providing you with a snapshot of the goings-on inside the culinary world, from events and specials to restaurant openings and awards. Do you have news to share? Please...

Arkansas families struggle as EBT card thefts rise, leaving many without food assistance
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Across Arkansas and the country, more families are falling victim to a growing threat: food stamp theft. Electronic Benefit Transfer, or EBT cards, are being hacked, leaving parents with children to feed on a difficult...

Henley wins second in Wildlife of Arkansas State Art Contest
2025 SEC football media days student-athlete attendees
SEC football media days will be held July 14-17 at Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park and the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia. 2025 will mark the third time SEC media days will be held at the College Football Hall of Fame...

Shapen, Simmons highlight SEC Media Days player attendees
Mississippi State and Ole Miss quarterbacks Blake Shapen and Austin Simmons are among the three players from their respective teams invited to SEC Media Days this year. The Rebels’ contingent will consist of Simmons, linebacker TJ Dottery and wide...

Arkansas in mix for ‘Big Country’
FAYETTEVILLE -- Class of 2027 offensive lineman Alexander "Big Country" Herrera is closing in on 20 scholarship offers with one being from the University of Arkansas. Herrera, 6-7 and 325 pounds, of Crowley, Texas, received his offer from Arkansas...

Arkansas History for July 8: Tropical Storm Beryl
Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for July 8, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other...

South Alabama to participate in Sun Belt Football Media Days
Cameron Cleminson Assistant Coach -- Inside Linebackers | University of South Alabama AthleticsCameron Cleminson Assistant Coach -- Inside Linebackers | University of South Alabama Athletics Offensive lineman Jordan Davis and linebacker Darius...

Mizzou representatives ready for SEC Football Kickoff Media Days
Al Pogue Assistant Head Coach / Cornerbacks | Curators of the University of MissouriAl Pogue Assistant Head Coach / Cornerbacks | Curators of the University of Missouri Graduate students Daylan Carnell and Connor Tollison, along with senior Zion...

Lee, York, Reed-Adams to accompany Elko to SEC Media Days
Alabama: Tim Keenan III, DL, sr.; Deontae Lawson, LB, sr.; Kadyn Proctor, OL, jr. Arkansas: Cam Ball, DL, sr.; Taylen Green, QB, sr.; Xavian Sorey Jr., LB, sr. Auburn: Jackson Arnold, QB, jr.; Keldric Faulk, DL, jr.; Connor Lew, OL, jr. Florida:...

Arkansas LB Braxton Lindsey Picks BYU Over SEC Finalists
FRISCO, Texas – The latest addition to BYU football’s 2026 recruiting class is Braxton Lindsey. Lindsey, a three-star linebacker/edge rusher from Rogers, Arkansas, picked BYU in a hat ceremony on Monday night. The ceremony included a pump fake of...

Library announces winners of 2025 Color Our World Art Contest
Share This Article The Donald W. Reynolds Library has announced the winners of its 2025 Color Our World Children’s and Teen Art Contest. In the children’s division, Entry #38, titled “A Walk in the Woods,” won Best Overall, while Entry #31...

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Veteran trio joins Pittman to represent Arkansas Razorbacks at SEC media days
FAYETTEVILLE -- University of Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green and veteran defensive players Cam Ball and Xavian Sorey Jr. will accompany sixth-year Coach Sam Pittman at SEC media days next week. The list of player attendees was announced on...

Everything Texas Tech’s Joey McGuire Said During Big 12 Media Day
Big 12 Media Days are underway at Frisco, and Joey McGuire was one of the most important figures at the event. Ahead of the 2025 season, Texas Tech stands as one of the most promising teams in the conference. The off-season was a flurry of...

Play Ball: Bryan City Council approves new baseball agreement with Ventura Sports
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) -The City of Bryan approved a new rental agreement Tuesday with Ventura Sports Group to bring a Mid-America League Baseball franchise to Travis Major Field beginning in 2026. The move comes as the Brazos Valley Bombers prepare...

Blowing open the heart: The argument for art
With a Sitka spruce top, cherry back and sides, maple neck, bocote fingerboard and bridge and paduak pick guard, made by Nash Williams. WILLIAMS FAMILY PHOTO There are many ways to celebrate great art, and the first might be to point out that...