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Education
1 month ago
Arkansas State University announces Charles Kruse Scholarship in agriculture 

The scholarship was established to support students in the College of Agriculture (CoA) who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and the core values of the Delta Theta chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha. 

Arts & Entertainment
2 months ago
Jason Aldean and Greenway announce Food Bank benefit concert in Forrest City

Greenway Equipment, in partnership with Jason Aldean and the University of Arkansas–East Arkansas Community College, announced Tuesday a food bank benefit concert scheduled for April.

Agriculture
2 months ago
Farm Credit Mid-America supports beyond the classroom student experiences at A-State

“We’re honored to invest in the future of agriculture by supporting ‘Beyond the Classroom Experiences’ at Arkansas State’s College of Agriculture,” said Mike Williams, regional vice president agricultural lending at Farm Credit Mid-America.

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Education
2 months ago
Valley View High School addition project faces setback over ‘non-compliant’ materials

Construction on the new addition has hit a stumbling block after the discovery of non-compliant materials installed on the project.

Agriculture
2 months ago
USDA offers disaster assistance to agricultural producers in Arkansas impacted by winter storms

Agricultural operations in Arkansas have been significantly impacted by recent winter storms.

Government & Politics
2 months ago
Jonesboro to receive federal funds for flood mitigation and drainage

The City of Jonesboro will receive $1 million in federal funds to execute flood improvement recommendations from its “Master Watershed Plan.” 

Agriculture
2 months ago
Nancy Benson Ward establishes endowed scholarship to honor late brother

A $100,000 gift from Nancy Benson Ward will support future veterinary students at Arkansas State University through the newly established Dr. Bill W. Benson Memorial Scholarship.

Agriculture
2 months ago
Craighead County farmer announced as 2025 Grow for the Green winner

Scott Flannigan, a Craighead County soybean producer, was announced a 2025 Grow for the Green Soybean Yield Challenge winner.

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Agriculture
2 months ago
ASU System Board of Trustees hears update on A-State College of Veterinary Medicine

A-State’s upcoming College of Veterinary Medicine remains on track for a fall opening with accreditation and facility construction proceeding as expected, A-State Chancellor Todd Shields told board members.

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Agriculture
2 months ago
Multiple workshops planned in February at Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has several events planned for all ages during February.