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Thursday, September 19th, 2024
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Good morning, Conway. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas exceeds the national average for food insecurity in 2023, with local efforts like UCA's food pantry working to combat the issue. The Echo
- ➤ The Faulkner County Fair Parade attracted spectators from across the county to downtown Conway on Tuesday. Log Cabin Democrat
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas parents were scammed by the USSSA youth sports organization, leading to the firing of the state director and the appointment of a new one amidst ongoing investigations. ABC7
- ➤ UCA Police Department confiscated two guns and ammunition from student athlete Michael Onwuzurike's campus apartment, with no charges filed but the case referred for a policy hearing. The Echo
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UCA celebrates a record 26% rise in freshman enrollment, contributing to a 3.4% overall increase, marking the largest year-to-year freshman growth in 25 years. The Echo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A group backed by the Cherokee Nation raised over $2 million in a significant campaign against a casino amendment in Arkansas, marking a contentious battle over the state's last gaming license. Arkansas Times
- ➤ Arkansas officials, including the Secretary of State and State Board of Election Commissioners, have hindered a grassroots initiative to simplify voter registration through a new online tool, facing legal challenges and a federal judge's rebuke for likely violating the Civil Rights Act. Arkansas Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Central Arkansas offers a variety of pumpkin patches opening from mid-September to early November for fall festivities. THV 11
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Greenbrier Farmers Market
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Weekly Meeting of the Conway Morning Rotary Club
Experience a weekly gathering focused on humanitarian efforts, community improvement, and fostering friendships among early risers in Conway, Arkansas.
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Last Chance at Downtown Conway Farmers’ and Crafts Market
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Conway Morning Rotary Club Weekly Meeting
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Ridgewood West Community Fall Yard Sale
Experience a festive community atmosphere with the Ridgewood West Fall Yard Sale, showcasing local treasures and neighborly connections in Downtown Conway.
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Greenbrier Farmers Market: A Garden Extravaganza
Experience a delightful array of local produce and handmade goods at the Greenbrier Farmers Market in Matthews Park.
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Conway Morning Rotary Club Weekly Meeting
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Conway Fashion Week '24: A Celebration of Local Style
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Conway Fashion Week: Designer Showdown
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Conway Fashion Week 2024
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