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Emily Hester Beats Triple-Positive Breast Cancer with CARTI
Health & WellnessApr 30

Emily Hester Beats Triple-Positive Breast Cancer with CARTI

A breast cancer survivor is sharing her healing journey to give others hope. Emily Hester recently appeared on KARK 4 News to talk about her successful treatment for triple-positive breast cancer at CARTI.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
SWEPCO Gives $500K for Arkansas Students' First Year
SolutionsMay 19

SWEPCO Gives $500K for Arkansas Students' First Year

A major utility company just invested half a million dollars to help 100 Arkansas students afford college. The scholarship removes money as a barrier for talented students across every county in the state.

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read
Arkansas Trains 200 Firefighters in Water Rescue Skills
Community HeroesJun 1

Arkansas Trains 200 Firefighters in Water Rescue Skills

Nearly 200 firefighters just gained lifesaving water rescue skills at Arkansas's Fire Boat School. The training at DeGray Lake prepares first responders to save lives when emergencies happen on the water.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read
Arkansas Sweeps All Four Track Titles in Historic Season
Sports1d ago

Arkansas Sweeps All Four Track Titles in Historic Season

First-year coach Doug Case led Arkansas to sweep indoor, outdoor, conference, and national championships—something not accomplished in 44 years. The Razorbacks scored 56 points without a single victory to claim their first outdoor title since 2003.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Arkansas Students Win Big With Inventions for the Vulnerable
InnovationFeb 27

Arkansas Students Win Big With Inventions for the Vulnerable

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.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Arkansas Student Named Finalist for $55K Scholarship
Community HeroesJan 26

Arkansas Student Named Finalist for $55K Scholarship

A senior from Hope Collegiate Academy just became one of only eight Arkansas students selected as a semifinalist for a prestigious scholarship worth up to $55,000 per year. Grace Easterling now stands among 568 students nationwide competing for one of the most selective college awards in America.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Walmart Heirs Fund New STEM University in Arkansas
Innovation3d ago

Walmart Heirs Fund New STEM University in Arkansas

A world-class STEM university designed by star architect Bjarke Ingels will open in Bentonville, Arkansas by 2029. The Walton family is transforming their small hometown into an education and innovation hub.

Fast Company2 min read
Arkansas Legend Anthony Lucas Named Fayetteville Coach
Community HeroesMar 19

Arkansas Legend Anthony Lucas Named Fayetteville Coach

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.

Yahoo Sports2 min read
Arkansas Fraternity Awards $33K to 33 Young Men
Acts of KindnessFeb 28

Arkansas Fraternity Awards $33K to 33 Young Men

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.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Arkansas Dance Team Wins First National Championship Ever
SportsFeb 13

Arkansas Dance Team Wins First National Championship Ever

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.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Arkansas Volunteers Help Families Save Thousands on Taxes
Acts of KindnessFeb 12

Arkansas Volunteers Help Families Save Thousands on Taxes

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.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
200+ Lego Sets Donated to Arkansas Kids' Hospital
Acts of KindnessMar 27

200+ Lego Sets Donated to Arkansas Kids' Hospital

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.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Dick Allen Broke Baseball's Arkansas Color Barrier in 1963
Community HeroesFeb 6

Dick Allen Broke Baseball's Arkansas Color Barrier in 1963

In 1963, 21-year-old Dick Allen became the first Black professional baseball player in Arkansas, facing terrifying racism while putting up Hall of Fame numbers. His courage opened doors that stayed open.

MLB News3 min read
Arkansas Food Pantry Gets $500K to End Rural Hunger
SolutionsMar 12

Arkansas Food Pantry Gets $500K to End Rural Hunger

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.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Arkansas Fund Helps 16 Single Parents Earn College Degrees
SolutionsJan 18

Arkansas Fund Helps 16 Single Parents Earn College Degrees

A single mom balancing work, parenting, and college just got a crucial lifeline. The Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund awarded $21,600 to 16 Union County students pursuing degrees that could lift their families out of poverty.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded3 min read
8 Chihuahuas Rescued from Arkansas Abandonment
Community HeroesJan 21

8 Chihuahuas Rescued from Arkansas Abandonment

A sharp-eyed postal carrier helped save eight neglected Chihuahuas from an abandoned Arkansas property. The dogs are now recovering in loving foster homes and will soon be ready for adoption.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Arkansas Food Lockers Cut Hunger with 24/7 Grocery Pickup
Acts of KindnessMay 5

Arkansas Food Lockers Cut Hunger with 24/7 Grocery Pickup

Smart refrigerated lockers in Arkansas let families struggling with food insecurity order groceries online and pick them up anytime, day or night. Three out of four users now eat more fruits and vegetables.

Google News - Researchers Find2 min read
Arkansas Volunteers Return to Help Seniors File Taxes Free
Community HeroesFeb 11

Arkansas Volunteers Return to Help Seniors File Taxes Free

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.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Arkansas State Opens Dyslexia Lab to Help Struggling Readers
Health & WellnessMar 17

Arkansas State Opens Dyslexia Lab to Help Struggling Readers

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.

Google News - School Innovation3 min read
Arkansas Students Win John Deere Tech Scholarships
SolutionsFeb 25

Arkansas Students Win John Deere Tech Scholarships

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.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read

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