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Cleveland County School District Students to Receive Free Breakfast and Lunch

Friday, July 10 by Alex Bivens

Students in the Cleveland County School District will receive breakfast and lunch at no cost during the 2026–2027 school year following a decision by the district’s school board to participate in a federal meal program. The Cleveland County School Board voted to join the Community... Read More.

Watson Chapel School District Sets Student Check-In and Registration

Friday, July 10 by Alex Bivens

The Watson Chapel School District is reminding parents and guardians that student check-in and registration for the 2026–2027 school year will be held at one location for all district schools. The event is scheduled for Friday, July 31, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at... Read More.

Sheridan Police, Grant County Deputies to Increase Traffic Enforcement

Friday, July 10 by Alex Bivens

The Sheridan Police Department and Grant County Sheriff’s Office are reminding drivers to slow down and follow traffic laws as the agencies prepare to participate in a statewide enforcement effort. Beginning Friday, July 10, and continuing through Friday, July 31, officers and deputies will conduct... Read More.

Jefferson Regional Expands Specialty Care and Physician Network Across Southeast Arkansas

Thursday, July 9 by Haleigh Reichen

Jefferson Regional's outpatient clinic network serves as the "front door" to the hospital, providing patients across southeast Arkansas with access to specialty care close to home before hospital services are needed. During a Thursday morning interview, Regina Quarles, director of operations for Jefferson Regional's physician... Read More.

Pine Bluff May Extend Cooling Center Hours as Heat Persists and Launches Youth Camp Program

Thursday, July 9 by Haleigh Reichen

Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services is continuing to monitor weather conditions before deciding whether to extend operations at the city's cooling centers beyond their currently scheduled closing date. John Worthen, public information officer for Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services, said no decision has... Read More.

UAPB Announces Open Forum Schedule for Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement Finalists

Thursday, July 9 by Haleigh Reichen

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) will host open forum presentations for four finalists advancing in the search for the next vice chancellor for institutional advancement. The forums will give faculty, staff, alumni, supporters and members of the campus community an opportunity to... Read More.

Special Election Announced for Arkansas Senate District 1 After Ben Gilmore Resignation

Thursday, July 9 by Haleigh Reichen

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has called a special election to fill the Arkansas Senate District 1 seat left vacant following the resignation of Sen. Ben Gilmore. According to the governor's proclamation, a special partisan primary will be held Tuesday, August 18th. If no candidate receives the... Read More.

Arkansas Timber Industry Faces Challenges as Drought Stresses Forests and Economy

Thursday, July 9 by Haleigh Reichen

The prolonged drought affecting Arkansas and much of the South is continuing to impact the state's timber industry, creating challenges for both commercial timber operations and residential landowners. According to the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, the state is home to more than 18 million acres... Read More.

Cleveland County Residents Raise Concerns Over New Poultry Houses Near Calmer Community

Thursday, July 9 by Haleigh Reichen

The Cleveland County Quorum Court discussed concerns Monday regarding the construction of new poultry houses near the Calmer community, where residents have questioned whether the county can intervene. County Attorney Tiffany Nutt told the court that Cleveland County currently has no ordinances regulating the location... Read More.

Arkansas Gains New Federal Waivers for Greater Flexibility in Education Funding and Accountability

Wednesday, July 8 by Haleigh Reichen

Arkansas has become the fifth state approved to receive the U.S. Department of Education's "Returning Education to the States" waiver, a federal initiative intended to give states greater flexibility in administering education programs and federal funding. U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon announced the approval Tuesday... Read More.

Postal Service Proposes Increase in Stamp Prices

Wednesday, July 8 by Alex Bivens

WASHINGTON — The price of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp could increase by four cents this summer under proposed rate changes announced by the U.S. Postal Service. The Postal Service has filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission seeking to increase the price of a... Read More.

Community Meeting Focuses on Pine Bluff School District Challenges

Wednesday, July 8 by Alex Bivens

PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Parents, educators and community members gathered Tuesday evening in Pine Bluff to discuss recent challenges facing the Pine Bluff School District and ways the public can become more involved in supporting local schools. The meeting followed a period that has included... Read More.

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