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March Madness: The story behind the man with the last remaining perfect NCAA bracket
Gregg Nigl almost didn’t fill out his March Madness bracket on NCAA.com’s “Bracket Challenge.”Now, he’s made history.Nigl, 40 of Columbus,…
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Division of Ag researchers plan to expand tick study
Researchers with the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture plan to expand a state-wide tick collection effort that began…
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With dry weather, fieldwork begins in earnest, officials say
Throughout the Arkansas Delta, growers have eyed the first relatively dry week of weather since last September with cautious optimism.…
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Avocados recalled in 6 states after testing positive for listeria
If you’ve purchased avocados recently, be careful — there’s a recall.Henry Avocado is recalling California-grown whole avocados sold in stores…
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Progressive Women’s Association addresses heart disease
Vickie Wingfield with the Arkansas Heart Hospital was the guest speaker at the Progressive Women’s Association Spring Enrollment Event.Wingfield is…
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Children’s Week Family Fun Day set
The Delta Early Childhood Coalition will sponsor Arkansas Children’s Week Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday,…
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Tractor Supply announces National 4-H fundraiser
Tractor Supply Co. and the National 4-H Council will launch their Paper Clover event to raise money for youth nationwide,…
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Anthony, Gathen, Rainey, Tolbert Scholarships available
The Anthony, Gathen, Rainey and Tolbert Scholarships, named for retired area superintendents, are available. The deadline to apply is Monday,…
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Don’t fall victim to fake insurance agents at car dealerships, chief says
Arkansas Insurance Commissioner Allen Kerr issued an alert to Arkansas consumers regarding people posing as car insurance agents to sell…
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Pine Bluff to host 2020 Census committee kickoff
The community is invited to the Complete Count Committee Kickoff in preparation for the 2020 U.S. Census. The event will…