Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of August.
Good morning, Jonesboro.
Two Jonesboro Public School buses were in separate crashes during the first week of school & officials say no one was hurt but advise parents to watch for signs of anxiety in children.
Arkansas State University welcomes students during Wolves Up Week with events such as Party with the Pack at 6:30 p.m. today on Heritage Plaza Lawn (move-ins begin today), a light-up event on Aug.
16, and a Silent Disco on Aug. 20 before classes start on Aug. 19.
Wolves Up Week welcomes new and returning students to A-State campus with events (Aug.
15-20) that kick off today at 6:30 p.m. on Heritage Plaza Lawn with Party with the Pack and move-in, followed by Light Up the Lawn and Scout Your Schedule later this week.
First graders at Jonesboro Math and Science Magnet School used acting, storytelling and writing to deepen their understanding of 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf.' The lesson helped build reading skills + reinforced story sequencing in a fun, hands-on way.
Wildfire risk is rising as hot, dry weather continues; 19 southern counties are at high risk while burn bans are in effect in 55 counties.
Officials advise residents to exercise caution and check local burn bans before using outdoor fire.
Power companies serving Craighead County have announced that planned outages are postponed due to extreme heat.
Entergy Arkansas + Craighead Electric Cooperative suspended disconnects and delayed work in the Brookland area until cooler weather arrives.
Craighead County announced a burn ban on outdoor fires Friday because extreme heat, dry conditions, and winds have increased wildfire risks.
Officials, including Judge Marvin Day (working with Arkansas Forestry Services), said the ban will remain in effect until weather conditions improve.
Walmart stores in Arkansas are recalling Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup kits with a best by date of Aug.
22 due to possible listeria contamination, according to the FDA. Customers should dispose of the product + get a refund and contact a doctor if they feel sick.
A-State represented the Arkansas Delta at Oak Ridge Associated University's rural health Research Innovation Cluster kickoff meeting Friday, Aug.
14, where Dr. Amanda Carpenter presented the program's focus on workforce development, access to care, women's health, and preparedness; 35 institutions+ nationwide joined the effort.
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