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2+ hour, 28+ min ago (138+ words) Arkansas recently became the first state in the nation to drop PBS programming. The Arkansas Educational Television Commission voted last week to end its affiliation with PBS by July 2026. However, in November, Gov. Kay Ivey asked the Alabama Educational Television Commission in a letter to conduct a public survey and review before disaffiliating from PBS programming. Alabama Public Television officials had been considering cutting ties with PBS. The Republican-controlled Congress and President Donald Trump recently cut federal funding to NPR and PBS. Some conservatives have long advocated for NPR and PBS to lose their federal funding due to the outlets' perceived left-wing biases. Members of the Alabama Educational Television Commission voted at a November meeting to continue offering PBS programming through June 30, 2026. The commission oversees the programming and finances of Alabama Public Television....

7+ hour, 55+ min ago (658+ words) The Canandaigua Planning Commission signed off on three development-related applications at its meeting last week, including approval for a drive-through restaurant on Eastern Boulevard, a privacy fence plan at Canandaigua Country Club and a special use permit for a "grab-and-go" energy drink shop on Mill Street. The meeting's first public hearing involved an application for 7 Brew at 160 Eastern Blvd., seeking a special use permit, site plan review and architectural review to demolish an existing structure and build a drive-through restaurant with related infrastructure. The matter had been tabled from Nov. 12 pending outside review. City staff said the Ontario County Planning Board had "no significant comments" and deferred to the city board, while the county Department of Public Works had exchanged technical feedback that did not change the site plan commissioners were reviewing. No members of the public spoke at the…...

8+ hour, 1+ min ago (234+ words) The Coffee, one of Brazil's fastest-growing specialty coffee brands with locations spanning close to 25 countries has officially made its U.S. debut with a flagship United States caf" opening in the heart of Wynwood at 136 NW 27 St. In fact, since its inception, the brand has expanded rapidly across Europe, Asia, and Latin America, with more than 125 international locations and over 200 stores in Brazil. The Miami location marks the beginning of The Coffee's American expansion. "In addition, there is significant room to explore the specialty coffee market, which continues to grow consistently. Our international expansion reflects the purpose we established in 2018, when The Coffee was born: to become a global brand, bringing our quality, products, and experience to consumers across different cultures," Fertonani added. At the heart of The Coffee is its meticulously crafted coffee program, designed to showcase the richness of the…...

9+ hour, 8+ min ago (392+ words) LITTLE ROCK, Ark. " A small group gathered Sunday afternoon, and even in the cold, they made their presence felt. "The goal here is to gain more people out yelling about it, like people are upset in their homes and like, that's not effective, because if the Nazis are coming out to march through our neighborhoods with guns and our response is silenced, then that number of Nazis grows, and we can't have that.," Joan Cates, General Secretary of CLAWS, said." The Committee of Labor for Arkansas Workers, also known as CLAW, held what they called an anti-fascist rally outside the Arkansas State Capitol. It was a different scene from last week's neo-Nazi sighting right here in Little Rock. Police bodycam footage showed the interaction with the masked neo-Nazi group, Blood Tribe. More than 20 men were identified and were told to…...

15+ hour, 3+ min ago (653+ words) FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. " The Arkansas Razorbacks are pursuing Clint Trickett to fill their quarterbacks coach vacancy, he confirmed to Arkansas Razorbacks on SI. Trickett's offensive background and experience developing the passing game have made him a candidate as head coach Ryan Silverfield continues to assemble his staff for the 2026 season. The 34-year-old served as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Jacksonville State this past season. Trickett was able to orchestrate a high powered offense that led Conference USA in total offense at 419 yards per game. He established a rushing attack that also led C-USA with more than 258 yards per game and averaged just under 30 points per game. A former college quarterback at Florida State and West Virginia, Trickett transitioned to coaching in 2015, beginning as a quarterbacks coach at East Mississippi Community College. He developed a strong offense at one of…...

15+ hour, 5+ min ago (26+ words) About 10 Northwest Arkansas professionals interested in creating affordable housing will be given the opportunity to shadow the development of an innovative, self-sustaining housing model....

20+ hour, 28+ min ago (201+ words) TEXARKANA -- Haven Homes for Women has opened a recovery home that will provide free housing and support services for women overcoming addiction and other life challenges. Jeni Eldridge, founder of the nonprofit organization, says the expanded facility allows the organization to serve more women in the Texarkana area who are seeking a safe, sober environment. "We are super excited about this," Eldridge said. "We will be able to house up to 30 women in this home." Eldridge said the address is not publicized to ensure the safety of residents. The Texarkana Chamber of Commerce and community members attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house on Friday, which included guided tours of the home. The first residents are expected to move in Dec. 19. The 11,000-square-foot facility, which sits on 10 acres, features 10 bedrooms, five Jack-and-Jill bathrooms, a salon, laundry room, prayer room, commercial-style…...

21+ hour, 14+ min ago (326+ words) Arkansas is set to become the first state to dump PBS after a commission that oversees public television in the state voted to end its contract and stop paying the broadcaster $2.5 million in dues. The eight-member Arkansas Educational Television Commission announced on Thursday that it plans to disaffiliate from PBS next July 1, describing annual membership dues as "simply not feasible." The commission projected a $6 million deficit by 2030 if it kept paying the national network. However, public television "is not going away" in Arkansas, according to PBS Arkansas Executive Director and CEO Carlton Wing, a former Republican state representative. Wing said in a statement: However, it's not as though Arkansas will be plunged in the dark ages when it comes to PBS content like the'latest Ken Burns documentary series. Those programs will likely be available through national streaming services, as they…...

21+ hour, 34+ min ago (257+ words) by George Jared([emailprotected]) 6 seconds ago 0 views The Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees named Dr. Robin Myers, the retired ASU-Mountain Home chancellor who served as interim system president in 2024, to serve again as interim system president effective immediately. Myers succeeds Dr. Brendan Kelly, who will work through Dec. 31 to assist Myers with the transition. Kelly submitted his resignation Wednesday after being selected president of his alma mater, Eastern Michigan University, in Ypsilanti. "I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to be part of the ASU System," Kelly said. "I'm sorry for the inconvenience but humbled by the opportunity at my alma mater." Board Chair Steve Eddington of Benton congratulated Kelly on "the great opportunity to return home." Following an executive session, the board voted to name Myers as interim president and offer contract terms consistent with his previous interim…...

21+ hour, 51+ min ago (327+ words) (The Center Square) " Making official her May 10 declaration, North Carolina Republican U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx led the second week of filing for the 2026 midterms. If successful, the New York City native from Banner Elk would win a 12th term " tied for second most of Republicans from the state with the late Jim Broyhill. The late Howard Coble won 16 terms, serving 30-plus years before health challenges led to his 2015 resignation. Democrat Robert Lee Doughton, between 1911 and Jan. 3, 1953, served more than 41 years in 21 terms in a record that still stands. Republican Reps. Addison McDowell of Bermuda Run and Tim Moore of Kings Mountain also filed for reelection in the last week. The incumbents filed the first week included Republican Reps. Chuck Edwards of Flat Rock in the 11th Congressional District, Pat Harrigan of Hickory in the 10th, Richard Hudson of Southern Pines in the 9th, Rev. Mark…...