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Huddleston of Flippin graduates from U of A’s Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences

FAYETTEVILLE - Zachary Huddleston of Flippin recently graduated from the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Huddleston joined more than 900 additional undergraduate Fulbright College students who graduated in spring 2023 and whose academic achievement was celebrated during the commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 12, in Bud Walton Arena.

Tips for staying cool during summer workouts

Larry Teague, Manager, Communications LITTLE ROCK – During the summer, temperatures can soar. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports an average of 702 heat-related deaths per year and over 9,000 heat-related hospitalizations annually.

The Most Amazing Reptile

When I think of all the fascinating things, I have seen in this natural world I have been exploring for well over 40 years, one of the most fascinating is a little snake that my grandmother told me was a puff adder. It is also known as a hog-nosed viper, a spreading adder, and other names.

Growing Up Flippin

Within the past two weeks, I have attended the visitation and memorial service for two of my first cousins. While these were sad occasions, they also got me thinking about a special part of my youth.

Over $700 Million Provided for Arkansas Water and Wastewater Projects

LITTLE ROCK — On June 22, 2023, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Commission (ANRC) approved $702,318,258 in funding for 122 water and wastewater projects serving more than 1,253,000 Arkansans. This is the largest allocation of funds awarded for water and wastewater in the state of Arkansas to date.

Ryan Mallett drowns in Florida

Former Razorback, Michigan Wolverine, and New England Patriot Quarterback drowned Tuesday, June 27 in Florida. Reports say that the 35-year-old Mallett was taken from the beach to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.