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Two UA System Colleges Among Nation’s Top 200 Eligible for Aspen Prize

Two University of Arkansas System colleges have been named as a pair of 200 institutions nationally that are eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. University of Arkansas Rich Mountain, in Mena, and University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB) are among the top 20 percent of colleges nation…Mena · Mena Read Article

Publicis Groupe Middle East and Altibbi announce partnership to unlock data-driven healthcare solutions in MENA

This partnership marks a significant step forward in how healthcare brands can engage meaningfully with audiences across the Middle EastPharma · Mena See the Story

Prosecutor Finds Officer's Use of Lethal Force Justified in Wickes Shooting Incident

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Eighteenth West Judicial District Prosecutor Debra Buschman has concluded that the use of lethal force by an officer from the Grannis Police Department (GPD) was justified in the death of Darrin Laudermilk, 65, of Wickes. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office requested the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) to investigate the officer-involved shooting that occurred on July 19, 2025, at a residence on County Road 14. The…Wickes · Wickes See the Story

A junior high basketball coach bragged at church about pushing the Bible on a kid

This newsletter is free and goes out to over 22,000 subscribers, but it’s only able to sustain itself due to the support I receive from a small percentage of regular readers. Would you please consider becoming one of those supporters? You can use the button below to subscribe or use my usual Patreon page!Subscribe nowLogan McCourtney is a youth pastor at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church in Mena, Arkansas. He’s also the Junior High Boys Basketball co…Basketball · Mena Read Article

Electric Motor Maker Nidec Plans $19M Expansion of Mena Facility

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Electric motor manufacturer Nidec Motor Corp. on Wednesday announced plans for a $19 million expansion of its facility in Mena. The project aims to create 35 jobs over five years, bringing the facility’s total headcount to about 435. The company said the project will enable it to add production and increase capacity for its test lab, as well as add a new customer demonstration room for its large-scale motors. Plans call for 61,000 SF of new spac…Mena · Mena Read Article

Col. Bowman Relinquishes Command of 62nd Medical Squadron to Col. Hatfield

U.S. Air Force Col. Karen E. Bowman relinquished command of the U.S. Air Force 62nd Medical Squadron, 62nd Airlift Wing, to Col. John M. Hatfield in a ceremony held July 21, 2025, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The presiding official was Air Force Col. Sergio E. Anaya, commanding officer of 62nd Airlift Wing.Hatfield, Arkansas · Hatfield Read Article

NEBO Big Larry 2 Flashlight 500LM - £11.25 at Wickes

£12.50 - WickesThe NEBO Big Larry 2 Flashlight & Work Light outputs 500 lumens with the C•O•B work light and 200 lumens from the top flashlight. The red C•O•B light is perfect for distress signaling or roadside emergencies, and the steel clip and magnetic base provide convenient hands-free lighting options.Features & benefitsFlash light - 200lm, 8 hour runtime, 75 meter beamCOB work light - 500lm, 2.5 hour runtime, 31 meter beamRed COB work ligh…Wickes · Wickes Read Article

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Two UA System Colleges Among Nation’s Top 200 Eligible for Aspen Prize

Publicis Groupe Middle East and Altibbi announce partnership to unlock data-driven healthcare solutions in MENA

Prosecutor Finds Officer's Use of Lethal Force Justified in Wickes Shooting Incident

Nidec expands in Arkansas, with $19 million investment

Nidec expands in Mena, Arkansas, with $19 million investment

Hikma and Celltrion strengthen partnership to expand biosimilar access in MENA

A junior high basketball coach bragged at church about pushing the Bible on a kid

Electric Motor Maker Nidec Plans $19M Expansion of Mena Facility

Col. Bowman Relinquishes Command of 62nd Medical Squadron to Col. Hatfield

NEBO Big Larry 2 Flashlight 500LM - £11.25 at Wickes

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Two UA System Colleges Among Nation’s Top 200 Eligible for Aspen Prize

Publicis Groupe Middle East and Altibbi announce partnership to unlock data-driven healthcare solutions in MENA

Prosecutor Finds Officer's Use of Lethal Force Justified in Wickes Shooting Incident

Nidec expands in Arkansas, with $19 million investment

Nidec expands in Mena, Arkansas, with $19 million investment

Hikma and Celltrion strengthen partnership to expand biosimilar access in MENA

A junior high basketball coach bragged at church about pushing the Bible on a kid

Electric Motor Maker Nidec Plans $19M Expansion of Mena Facility

Col. Bowman Relinquishes Command of 62nd Medical Squadron to Col. Hatfield

NEBO Big Larry 2 Flashlight 500LM - £11.25 at Wickes

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