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SANY Nutrition Group Investing $30 Million, Creating 150 Jobs in Jonesboro
August 18, 2026 by Press Release
JONESBORO, Ark. (August 18, 2026) – SANY Nutrition Group has established a new food manufacturing facility in Jonesboro, Arkansas. The company is investing more than $30 million with plans to create over 150 new jobs in three years. “SANY Nutrition Group is an innovative protein snack manufacturing company that combines the [read more...] The post SANY […]
UA Little Rock, NYITCOM at A-State Launch Seven-Year Medical School Pathway
August 18, 2026 by NEA Report
JONESBORO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University have established a pathway allowing qualified students to earn undergraduate and medical degrees in seven years. The Pre-Med/Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Pathway Program will allow [read more...] The post UA […]
First-Degree Murder Charge Filed After Jonesboro Pedestrian Dies
August 18, 2026 by NEA Report
JONESBORO, Ark. — The suspect accused of striking four pedestrians with a vehicle at two Jonesboro locations is now charged with first-degree murder after one of the victims died Monday. Michael Vincent Coleman, 43, remains held on a $5 million bond. First-appearance paperwork lists charges of first-degree murder, three counts [read more...] The post First-Degree […]

OPINION | WALLY HALL: Given volatility in college football, why not drink the Kool-Aid?
August 19, 2026 by Wally Hall
Some, probably just a few, were disappointed the Arkansas Razorbacks didn't make the Associated Press' preseason top 25.
Meta defends its record on youth safety in court
August 19, 2026 by BARBARA ORTUTAYand KAITLYN HUAMANI THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Meta on Tuesday again defended itself over claims it addicted young people to social media in a federal trial brought by states seeking roughly $200 billion in damages.
US insists strait open despite limited traffic
August 19, 2026 by Compiled by Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports
U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. has no talks planned with Iran but insisted the Strait of Hormuz remains "open and operating," despite limited traffic and a reported strike on a ship exiting the waterway.

Arkansas officials confident people on Medicaid expansion will retain health coverage
August 18, 2026 by Tess Vrbin for the Arkansas Advocate
Arkansas Secretary of Human Services Janet Mann said Monday that she expects the more than 215,000 people on the state’s Medicaid expansion to retain some form of health coverage, despite the Trump administration’s moves to end the hybrid program.
A researcher at the Old State House discovered slave auctions had once taken place on museum grounds. Her bosses told her to stay silent.
August 17, 2026 by Byron Tate
“They immediately said, ‘Do not mention this to anyone.’ They said to keep researching, but don’t say anything about it because they might be watching,“ researcher Tessa Wahlquist said. “They” were members of the Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders administration.
LRSD board ponders plans to close, consolidate and otherwise shape district schools to student needs
August 14, 2026 by Jim Ross
How do we sustain academic growth while confronting the facts of our changing demographics, the choices families now have in where they send their children, and the financial and operational realities facing the district?

West Little Rock Welcomes New 24/7 Emergency Hospital
August 18, 2026 by AMP Staff
Nutex Health Inc. has opened West Little Rock Emergency Hospital at 17810 Chenal Parkway, marking the company’s 28th hospital nationwide and its third facility in Arkansas. The 18,966-square-foot facility features eight emergency room beds, five inpatient suites and two triage… The post West Little Rock Welcomes New 24/7 Emergency Hospital appeared first on AMP.
Chambers Complement Cities’ Economic Development Efforts
August 18, 2026 by Mark Carter
The fast-growing Benton County cities of Rogers and Bentonville anchor the equally fast-growing northwest Arkansas metro, and each city operates a tourism arm to complement its local chamber of commerce and help drive economic development. Especially in high-profile places such… The post Chambers Complement Cities’ Economic Development Efforts appeared first on AMP.
Arkansas’ Top Chambers of Commerce Know They Cannot Do It Alone
August 18, 2026 by Doug Crise and Mark Carter
Before the fun parts — the ribbon cuttings, galas and grand openings — any chamber of commerce must first nail the relationship aspect. Without the requisite people skills, nothing else matters. Dr. Robin Hickerson knows that better than most. For… The post Arkansas’ Top Chambers of Commerce Know They Cannot Do It Alone appeared first […]

The Hangout: Amazeum Unveils New Community Spaces Coming This Fall
August 18, 2026 by AY Staff
The Scott Family Amazeum is preparing to open The Hangout, a major expansion designed to give Northwest Arkansas families and the broader community more places to gather, learn and play. The expansion is scheduled to open this fall and will add several new spaces to the Bentonville museum, including a café and lounge, flexible […]
Purple Cow Permanently Closes Its Conway Location
August 17, 2026 by AY Staff
The Purple Cow has permanently closed its Conway restaurant at The Village at Hendrix. The restaurant announced the closure on its Facebook page, citing rising maintenance and operational costs. Sunday, Aug. 16, was the location’s final day serving customers. The Purple Cow said Conway remains one of its favorite communities and thanked local […]
Step Back in Time at Plantation Agriculture Museum’s Antique Tractor Show
August 17, 2026 by AY Staff
Fans of vintage machinery and Arkansas agricultural history can take a trip back in time this September when the Plantation Agriculture Museum hosts its 34th Annual Antique Tractor and Engine Show. The free event will take place Saturday, Sept. 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the museum. Owners and operators of […]

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