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29Nov

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Culture and Lifestyle

Arkansas Native American Cultural Center to host 14th Annual Festival of Native American Arts and Cultures

The Arkansas Native American Cultural Center (ANACC) will host its 14th Annual Festival of Native American Arts and Cultures on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The festival will feature a variety of Native American arts, crafts, food, and music. There will also be demonstrations and workshops on traditional Native American skills. The festival is free and open to the public. Arkansas Folk and Traditional Arts Program to host workshop on Ozark Basketry The Arkansas Folk and Traditional Arts Program will host a workshop on Ozark Basketry on Saturday, November 18, 2023, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The workshop will be taught by master basket maker Mary Ann Smith. Participants will learn the basics of Ozark basketry, including how to gather and prepare materials, and h...

Arkansas Sports and Recreation Monday, November 27, 2023

27Nov

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Sports and Recreation

Arkansas Sports and Recreation Monday, November 27, 2023

Razorbacks Football The Razorbacks football team defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs 42-35 on Saturday. The Razorbacks are now 6-6 and will play in the Liberty Bowl on December 18th. Quarterback KJ Jefferson threw for 326 yards and four touchdowns in the win. Running back Raheim Sanders rushed for 125 yards and a touchdown. Wide receiver Jadon Haselwood caught six passes for 109 yards and a touchdown. Arkansas Basketball The Arkansas basketball team defeated the Texas A&M Aggies 76-67 on Saturday. The Razorbacks are now 3-0 and will play the University of Central Arkansas on December 1st. Guard Nick Smith Jr. led the Razorbacks with 22 points. Guard Anthony Black added 16 points. Forward Jaylin Williams had 14 rebounds. Arkansas Baseball ...

Bald Eagle Population Continues to Grow in Arkansas

27Nov

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Environment and Wildlife

Bald Eagle Population Continues to Grow in Arkansas

The bald eagle population in Arkansas continues to grow, with an estimated 236 nests documented in 2023. This is a significant increase from the 184 nests that were documented in 2022. The growth of the bald eagle population is a testament to the success of conservation efforts in Arkansas. Arkansas Game and Fish Commission to Stock Lakes with Rainbow Trout The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will stock several lakes in Arkansas with rainbow trout this winter. The stocking will begin in December and continue through February. The trout will be stocked in lakes that are known to have good water quality and habitat for trout. Arkansas Ducks Unlimited to Host Youth Waterfowl Hunting Event Arkansas Ducks Unlimited will host a youth waterfowl hunting event on December 2nd at the Wapanocca...

Environmental Groups Sue to Protect Arkansas’s Water and Wildlife

25Nov

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Environment and Wildlife

Environmental Groups Sue to Protect Arkansas’s Water and Wildlife

Groups challenge EPA's decision to allow poultry companies to continue dumping waste into waterways. A coalition of environmental groups has filed a lawsuit challenging the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) decision to allow poultry companies in Arkansas to continue dumping waste into waterways. The groups argue that the EPA's decision violates the Clean Water Act and will harm the state's water quality and wildlife. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas by the Arkansas Sierra Club, Audubon Arkansas, Buffalo River Stewardship Council, and Earthjustice. The groups are asking the court to vacate the EPA's permit and require the agency to issue a new permit that complies with the Clean Water Act. The EPA's permit allows poultry companie...