Good morning, Jonesboro.

Dillard's in Jonesboro launched its Style-A-Student event today to provide new clothing for foster children in partnership with the Arkansas Department of Human Services + about 25 of 80 children need sponsors.

The event runs through Aug. 1 and lets sponsors choose a child's card with age, colors and sizes.

The McCullough Watkins Youth Foundation is hosting its third annual Back to School Giveaway on Aug.

1 at Parker Park Community Center. Children will pick a backpack and receive school supplies & food, while donations are accepted until Aug. 1 and volunteers should arrive at 9 a.m.

Conway-based Pediatrics Plus acquired Jonesboro-based Cynergy Rehab Group and Arkids Pediatric Day Centers to offer applied behavior analysis therapy in the area by year's end.

The integrated organization (2,100 staff) plans six months for a smooth transition and new facility updates over the next year.

Garrett Barnes became NEACTC director on July 1 and plans to boost vocational education with his C4 approach and early senior outreach this August.

He aims to build local industry ties and make the center a status symbol for both students and parents.

Coach Pannone broke down the roles of Diggy Coleman and Amadou Doumbia during a recent team review — highlighting each player's strengths and areas for growth — to help fans understand the team's strategy for upcoming games.

After a whirlwind trip from South Carolina early June, coach Justin Shults left Boise State to join Arkansas softball as the associate head coach.

Now settling in Fayetteville, he is building relationships with returning players and recruiting transfers ahead of a competitive SEC season.