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Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green just rewrote the NFL combine record books, posting the fastest 40-yard dash ever recorded by a quarterback. The 6-foot-6 athlete shattered three longstanding records in a single day, proving that elite quarterback talent comes in all styles.
A historic Black fraternity just handed out $33,000 in scholarships to young men in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, celebrating academic excellence and community leadership. Over 700 people packed a convention center to witness the life-changing awards.
High school students in Arkansas pitched inventions designed to help people with oxygen needs, mobility challenges, and historical preservation. Cross County High School took both first and second place with tools that solve real problems for vulnerable populations.
A manufacturing plant in West Memphis, Arkansas is doubling down on American-made production, creating 40 new jobs after hitting a major production milestone. The expansion shows how investing in local manufacturing pays off for communities.
Five Arkansas students just earned scholarships up to $1,000 to launch careers fixing the high-tech equipment that feeds America. The awards recognize top grades and exceptional work at their sponsoring dealerships.
Two juniors from Little Rock Central High School just made history by becoming the first Arkansas team ever to win the Harvard University National Speech and Debate Tournament. Jack Liu and Shangyu Wu didn't just win—they went undefeated through every preliminary round.
When a shelter owner's divorce left 51 dogs trapped in failing conditions, Animal Rescue Corps launched one of their biggest operations to save them. One dog named Yoshi had been waiting a decade for a second chance.
Arkansas teens now face a 75-hour volunteer requirement to graduate, but Fayetteville's Youth Advisory Council just made finding the right opportunity way easier. They've created a curated list matching students with causes they actually care about.
A mechanical engineering student from rural Wyoming is helping an Arkansas aquaculture operation solve water quality problems that were killing fish. Her work shows how universities and rural communities can team up to strengthen America's food systems.
Two Rice University track stars broke school records that had stood for more than 20 years, delivering stunning performances at meets in Arkansas and Houston. The achievements also earned both athletes recognition beyond their university.
Jack Dingman shattered his own school record at the University of Central Arkansas, running a mile in just over four minutes. The junior athlete improved his previous mark by nearly two full seconds at a prestigious Boston track meet.
Professional sprinter Khaleb McRae just shattered the indoor 400-meter world record with a blazing 44.52-second run at Arkansas's Tyson Invitational. The same meet saw Jordan Anthony clock the fastest 60-meter dash of 2026, proving track and field's next generation is rewriting the record books.
A 21-year-old indoor world record crumbled in Fayetteville as professional sprinter Khaleb McRae shattered the men's 400-meter mark, while former Arkansas star Jordan Anthony clocked the world's fastest 60-meter time of 2026. The Tyson Invitational's opening day showcased track and field at its finest, with athletes rewriting history on the same track that has witnessed legendary performances for decades.
Bentonville High School's Golden Tamers made history as the first Arkansas dance team to win a national championship. The team brought home the D-1 Large Varsity High Kick title from Orlando, sending their entire state into celebration mode.
For nearly 20 years, trained volunteers across Arkansas have been offering free tax preparation that helps families keep more money and claim credits they've earned. This February, multiple Super Tax Day events are making it easier than ever to get professional help without the cost.
After losing her purse on the road following a Super Bowl party, Alexis Huffine came home to find it on her doorstep with everything intact. A stranger named Taylor Duke found it, checked her ID, and drove it straight to her house.
A national animal protection organization rescued 51 large dogs from a former rescue facility in southwest Arkansas where they had been living in increasingly restrictive conditions. The dogs are now receiving veterinary care and enrichment at a rescue center in Tennessee.
Animal Rescue Corps freed 51 large-breed dogs from a failed Arkansas rescue where they'd lived in tight spaces for years. The operation marks the third major rescue in six weeks, saving over 100 dogs total.
Trained volunteers in Arkansas are once again offering free tax preparation services to seniors and low-income families. The program saves eligible residents hundreds of dollars in filing fees while ensuring they receive every credit they deserve.
An Arkansas middle schooler just clinched his third county spelling bee championship and is heading back to the state competition for the second year in a row. His winning word? "Contiguous."
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