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Uvalde gunman fired 117 shots in 2 minutes before officer Gonzales entered the school, official says

Friday, January 16 by ABC News

(CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas) -- The Uvalde, Texas, gunman fired 117 rounds in two Robb Elementary School classrooms during a two-minute period before school police officer Adrian Gonzales entered the building, a Texas Ranger told jurors on Friday.Ranger Nick Hill testified that Gonzales had a... Read More.

Cleveland County School Board to hire construction manager for new gym

Friday, January 16 by Ray King

The Cleveland County School Board has voted to hire a construction manager who will supervise the building of the new gym at Rison High School. According to the Cleveland County Herald, Superintendent Davy King said architect Steve Elliott will assemble information packets and will make... Read More.

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White Hall School District Extends Superintendent Gary Williams Contract for Three Years

Wednesday, January 14 by Alex Bivens

The White Hall School District on Tuesday night extended the contract of Superintendent Gary Williams for another three years. Williams made the announcement when he appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show. Regarding the school board, Morning Show host Greg Horne asked about R.D. Johnson, who... Read More.

Watson Chapel School Board Extends Superintendent Contract; Updates Provided on New High School Construction

Wednesday, January 14 by Luke Matheson

The Watson Chapel School Board voted to extend the contract of Superintendent Dr. Keith McGee during its recent meeting. McGee’s contract was extended by three years. He spoke with Deltaplex News following the vote about the extension and what it means to him and the... Read More.

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George Birge says sons are ’10 feet tall at school’ after ‘It Won’t Be Long’ video

Tuesday, January 13 by ABC News

George Birge's current top-10 hit, "It Won't Be Long," was inspired by his sons, so it only made sense that 8-year-old George James Birge and 6-year-old Luke Birge should appear in the music video. "They love it, man," George tells... Read More.

Flu Activity Remains High Across Arkansas as Students Return to School

Friday, January 9 by Lori Basiewicz

Flu rates continue to be ranked “high” in the State of Arkansas as students across the state return to school. Any time schools reopen, illness will increase as faculty, staff, and students intermingle in close proximity to one another. To help decrease the spread of... Read More.

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Two Arrested After Suspected Copper Theft at New Edinburg School

Friday, January 9 by Luke Matheson

Two men were arrested early Friday morning after deputies responded to a report of suspicious activity at the New Edinburg School building. According to the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Department, a concerned citizen contacted authorities at approximately 3:12 a.m. to report unusual activity around the school.... Read More.

Sheridan School Board discusses buses, hears complaint about late bus

Thursday, January 8 by Ray King

At its most recent meeting, the Sheridan School Board heard concerns expressed about bus transportation staffing, communication and student discipline. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, the district employs 30 contracted bus drivers along with three hourly drivers and four members of the transportation department... Read More.

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False Alarm at Star City High School Triggered by Nearby Leaf Burning

Friday, December 26 by Luke Matheson

Fire alarms were activated at Star City High School on Friday evening, prompting a response from school officials and emergency personnel. According to officials, the alarms went off at approximately 8 p.m. and were later determined to be the result of a false alarm. An... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Seek Help Finding Missing Teen Tony Braison Last Seen Near Jack Robey School

Tuesday, December 23 by Alex Bivens

The Pine Bluff Police Department is searching for 16-year-old Tony Braison, who was last seen on Dec. 5 running into the woods near Jack Robey school, 4101 S Olive St, Pine Bluff. He was wearing a red hoodie with black writing on it and red... Read More.

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Woodlawn Residents Raise Concerns Over Proposed Poultry Farm Near School and Homes

Thursday, December 18 by Luke Matheson

A proposal to build six poultry houses near the Woodlawn community has prompted at least one nearby resident to urge his neighbors to oppose the project, citing concerns about odor, environmental impact and declining property values. Steve Orr, who lives near the proposed site, said... Read More.

Amanda Smith Named Dean of UAM School of Nursing

Thursday, December 18 by Alex Bivens

MONTICELLO, Ark. — Amanda Smith, assistant professor of nursing at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), has been named dean of the UAM School of Nursing, effective December 16, 2025. She has been serving as the dean in an interim capacity since May... Read More.

Stories tagged with: school

Uvalde gunman fired 117 shots in 2 minutes before officer Gonzales entered the school, official says

Cleveland County School Board to hire construction manager for new gym

White Hall School District Extends Superintendent Gary Williams Contract for Three Years

Watson Chapel School Board Extends Superintendent Contract; Updates Provided on New High School Construction

George Birge says sons are ’10 feet tall at school’ after ‘It Won’t Be Long’ video

Flu Activity Remains High Across Arkansas as Students Return to School

Two Arrested After Suspected Copper Theft at New Edinburg School

Sheridan School Board discusses buses, hears complaint about late bus

False Alarm at Star City High School Triggered by Nearby Leaf Burning

Pine Bluff Police Seek Help Finding Missing Teen Tony Braison Last Seen Near Jack Robey School

Woodlawn Residents Raise Concerns Over Proposed Poultry Farm Near School and Homes

Amanda Smith Named Dean of UAM School of Nursing

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