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Arkansas' booming poultry industry is supporting 150,000 jobs across unexpected fields, from robotics to veterinary science. The state's 6,000+ poultry farms are opening doors to careers far beyond traditional farming.
Maria Jose Marin claimed victory at the prestigious Augusta National Women's Amateur, joining an elite group of champions. The University of Arkansas junior's historic win showcases the bright future of women's golf.
When Donovan Royal dressed as Spider-Man for his child's birthday, he never imagined it would become a community mission. Now the single dad and Army veteran spends his free time bringing joy to kids across Arkansas as their friendly neighborhood hero.
Nearly two years after a devastating tornado struck, Arkansas's beloved Victory Theatre welcomed audiences back through its doors. The Rogers community rallied around their local theater, proving that art brings people together even in the toughest times.
Arkansas runner Meredith Smith broke a Guinness World Record by completing a half marathon while wearing 55 T-shirts, each layer representing her incredible weight loss journey. She finished in under 3 hours and 30 minutes, turning her transformation story into a powerful celebration of how far she's come.
Meredith Smith ran a half marathon wearing 55 T-shirts to break a world record and celebrate losing over 80 pounds since she started running in 2013. The Fort Smith resident turned a childhood fear of running into an inspiring fitness journey that earned her a Guinness World Records title.
Maria Jose Marin, a bubbly 19-year-old from Colombia, pulled off a stunning runaway victory at the Augusta National Women's Amateur while her 10-year-old brother carried a backpack "big enough for the trophy." The University of Arkansas golfer finished four strokes ahead of the field on golf's most prestigious stage.
Maria Jose Marin became the first Colombian to win the Augusta National Women's Amateur, shooting the lowest score in tournament history just one year after missing the cut. The 19-year-old Arkansas junior's four-stroke victory proves persistence pays off at golf's most prestigious venue.
A new Springdale Lego store partnered with a national charity to deliver more than 200 Lego sets to young patients at Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest. The donation brings creative joy to kids fighting serious illnesses.
High school volunteers in Arkansas assembled hundreds of food packs for hungry kids and seniors as part of a massive campaign delivering 250 truckloads to food banks across America. The effort commemorates the nation's 250th birthday with service instead of fireworks.
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions put up 32 runs on 16 hits in a dominant victory that showcased the team's explosive potential. The win marks one of the highest-scoring games in recent college baseball history.
After tornadoes ripped through Rogers, Arkansas on Memorial Day 2024, the nearly century-old Victory Theater is set to welcome audiences back this April. A generous donation kept performers rehearsing while their beloved home was rebuilt.
A three-time state champion coach and Arkansas Razorback Hall of Famer is coming home to lead Fayetteville High School football. Anthony Lucas brings a winning legacy and deep ties to the community.
Arkansas State University just launched a research lab dedicated to catching dyslexia earlier in children, potentially helping millions of kids learn to read before they fall behind. The ALLIANCE Lab grew from a small 2004 partnership into a cutting-edge center combining literacy science with technology.
The Arkansas Razorbacks claimed their first SEC Tournament championship since 2000, defeating Vanderbilt 86-75 in Nashville. Tournament MVP Darius Acuff led the historic comeback with 30 points and 11 assists.
An all-volunteer food pantry in rural Arkansas just secured half a million dollars to help hundreds of families fighting food insecurity. The funding will transform how the Mulberry Community Food Pantry serves remote communities where grocery stores are miles away.
Lonenetta Bradford waited a quarter century to ring the cancer survivor's bell at CARTI, finally getting her moment of closure surrounded by family and friends. Her journey from a shocking diagnosis to writing a book about faith and resilience shows that healing happens on its own timeline.
After three straight county championships and years of late-night study sessions, Harding Academy student Daksh Singh capped his four-year spelling bee journey with third place at the Arkansas State Spelling Bee. His dedication shows what persistence and passion for learning can achieve.
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.
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