The University of Arkansas at Monticello School of Nursing secured a $150,000 grant from the Blue & You Foundation, which will be presented at an event Friday on the UAM campus. The grant was one of 40 selected across the state out of more than 260 applicants. “Our grants this year went to programs across the state that address issues and needs that organizations have identified as important to their communities. These include physical and mental health programs for all ages, opportunities to participate in exercise and good nutrition, and building the future medical workforce that will care for all of our citizens,” said Patrick O’Sullivan, executive director of the Blue & You Foundation.

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The AACA is proud to announce that it will offer 1 scholarship of $500 each to a student attending Arkansas Baptist College, Philander Smith College, Shorter College, and the University of Arkansas Pine Bluff.  The primary focus of the scholarship is to assist students attending historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) offering the opportunity to assist with tuition, books, or even housing.
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According to Superintendent Kim Barnes, Drew Central Schools will be open on Wednesday,
January 15, 2020.

State Rep. LeAnne Burch receives her 2019 Business Matters Leadership Award from State Chamber/AIA Executive Vice President Kenny Hall.

State Rep. LeAnne Burch (D-Dist. 9) recently received an Arkansas State Chamber/Associated Industries of Arkansas 2019 Business Matters Leadership Award. Burch was recognized with the award for supporting positive business initiatives during the 92nd General Assembly.

 

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