Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of August.
Good morning, Little Rock.
The Kitchen Table Foundation for First Responders and Military opened a new headquarters in Bryant today, hosting a ribbon cutting with first responders, families, and sponsors.
The renovated facility (including its signature kitchen table) is set to offer yoga classes and one-on-one support to military personnel and emergency staff.
St. Margaret's Episcopal now hosts 'Icons in Transformation,' an exhibit of faith-inspired art by international artist Ludmila Pawlowska.
The free gallery is open Fridays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. until Nov. 8 at 20900 Chenal Parkway.
Arkansas' annual tax-free weekend starts today and runs through Sunday, Aug.
2, giving shoppers a chance to save on qualifying clothing, school supplies, and student-use electronics by skipping state and local sales taxes; families may find unexpected savings.
Wendy Nembhard will become dean of UAMS' Fay W.
Boozman College of Public Health on Sept. 1, succeeding Mark Williams who served since 2019. Nembhard has led the Department of Epidemiology as chair and taught pediatrics since 2014.
Federal officials verbally rejected Arkansas’ request to extend the Medicaid waiver on Friday, Gov. Sanders’ spokesperson said — state leaders will now discuss a temporary extension with CMS as the waiver expires on Dec.
31 and new reforms are planned.
The Razorbacks won 106—59 over the Bahamas last night in Nassau.
Players Kenny Payne, Jordan Smith and Abdou Toure spoke to reporters about their strong summer start.
Arkansas women’s basketball added three games to its 2026-27 schedule: an exhibition with Cameron on Oct.29, a game with Kansas City on Nov.9, and a season finale against Louisiana-Monroe on Dec.28 (secured via a Freedom of Information Act request).
Valley View seniors aim to break a state title drought as they prepare to face defending champion Marion in the 5A East Conference; coach Margie McGee said the motivated team relies on strong defense & leadership following a media day at Summerwood Sports in Alexander.
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