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Friday, November 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Conway. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • An emu that attracted attention while wandering through Central Arkansas has been safely returned home.  THV 11
  • Gov. Sarah Sanders pardoned two turkeys, Tom and Gladys, ahead of Thanksgiving in a ceremony emphasizing gratitude, the state's turkey industry, and community giving in Arkansas.  Arkansas Times

CRIME NEWS

  • Arkansas State Police confiscated over 680 pounds of illegal narcotics and several firearms along state interstates in November, arresting multiple individuals.  THV 11

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Arkansas Public Service Commission approves a 23.4% natural gas rate increase for Summit Utilities customers, with phased increases beginning in December and additional costs in spring.  ABC7

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Arkansas Department of Education awards ClassWallet a contract to manage over $107 million for Education Freedom Accounts and Literacy Tutoring Grants, aiding qualified families for the 2024-2025 school year.  ABC7

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders proposed her balanced budget plans for the 2025 fiscal year to the Arkansas legislative council joint budget committee.  THV 11
  • Rural communities in Arkansas have faced challenges accessing clean and quality water for months to years, but the state's $204M funding for water projects aims to improve this situation.  THV 11

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Arkansas Razorbacks aim for bowl eligibility and a winning record with a victory over Louisiana Tech in an upcoming football game.  THV 11

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 2024 Turkey Trot 5k and Gobble Wobble Kids Mile

    Experience a festive celebration of fitness and community with the Turkey Trot 5k and Gobble Wobble Kids Mile at the University of Central Arkansas.

    Thu, 11/28/24

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  • Ashtyn Barbaree Live Performance

    Experience the soulful sounds of Ashtyn Barbaree, a talented singer/songwriter from Arkansas, as she performs at Bears Den Pizza.

    Tue, 12/3/24

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  • Epsilon Alpha Lambda's Inaugural Founders Day 2K Run/Walk

    Celebrate the rich history of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. by participating in a 2K run/walk where all proceeds will benefit the local Children's Advocacy Alliance.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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  • Dinner and a Movie: Polar Express Celebration

    Enjoy a festive evening with a themed dinner followed by a screening of the holiday classic, The Polar Express, at The Max Event Venue in Downtown Conway.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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  • Comprehensive Childbirth Education Class

    This class offers in-depth education on pregnancy, labor, and postpartum care, including practical techniques for expectant mothers.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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