grants for broadband access available through UAMS

LITTLE ROCK — Grants of up to $75,000 each are available to help rural Arkansas communities apply for federal grants and loans to make broadband accessible to their residents.Last year, $2 million was allocated as part of the Rural Broadband I.D. Expenses Trust Fund... Read More.
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COVID cases in state increase by more than 280

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The number of coronavirus cases in Arkansas rose by more than 280 on Sunday and the death toll increased by nine, according to the state Department of Health. The department reported 284 new cases for a total of 315,514 since... Read More.
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COVID hospitalizations drop in state

ITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The number of people hospitalized in Arkansas with the coronavirus fell below 700 on Saturday, according to the Arkansas Department of Health. There were 690 virus hospitalizations, 22 fewer than Friday, the department reported, while the number of reported virus... Read More.

Smith leads Hogs to win over Missouri in overtime

COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Arkansas forward Justin Smith missed out on his first chance to play Missouri. He made up for lost time in the rematch, scoring 19 points to help the Razorbacks beat the 10th-ranked Tigers 86-81 in overtime on Saturday. Smith had ankle surgery... Read More.
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Southern downs UAPB in overtime

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) — Samkelo Cele scored 19 points and Harrison Henderson scored 19 off the bench and Southern beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff 73-71 in overtime on Saturday night. Southern (5-8, 5-4 Southwestern Athletic Conference) went on a late 10-1 run to knot it at... Read More.

Westerman encourages COVID-19 vaccination

As we cross the one-year mark in fighting the global Coronavirus pandemic, we can see a light at the end of the tunnel. Thanks to the great work of Operation Warp Speed, we have multiple safe and effective vaccines available to the public. I... Read More.
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Monticello Downtown Network gets money for COVID-19 relief

The Arkansas Historical Preservation Fund has awarded money to the Monticello Downtown Network to help small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.According to the Advance Monticellonian newspaper, the Downtown Network includes the town square and off the square in each direction. The money must... Read More.

McGehee farmer honored for soybean crop yield

A McGehee farmer has been recognized for his contributions to the soybean growing world.According to the McGehee Dermott Times-News, Matt Miles was the winner of the “Champions” category in the 2020 “Grow for the Green” promotion sponsored by the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board and... Read More.
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UAPB hopes to snap losing streak against Southern

Southern (4-8, 4-4) vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff (3-16, 2-8)H.O. Clemmons Arena, Pine Bluff, Arkansas; Saturday, 3 p.m. ESTBOTTOM LINE: Southern looks to extend Arkansas-Pine Bluff’s conference losing streak to nine games. Arkansas-Pine Bluff’s last SWAC win came against the Alabama State Hornets 91-82 on Jan.... Read More.