Thursday - June 25, 2026

News Tipoffs - Arkansas Editors

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86th Airlift Wing conducts change of command, welcomes new commander
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany, June 10 -- The U.S. Air Forces in Europe issued the following news: * * * 86th Airlift Wing conducts change of command, welcomes new commander * Airmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing welcomed Col. Denny R. Davies as the new 86th AW commander June 10 here. Brig. Gen. Adrienne L. Williams relinquished command to Davies during a ceremony, presided over by Brig. Gen. Stephen P. Snelson, U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa deputy commander. Williams comman  more
American Cancer Society appoints Art delaCruz as Chief Operating Officer
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 10 [Category: Medical] -- The American Cancer Society posted the following news release: * * * American Cancer Society appoints Art delaCruz as Chief Operating Officer * ATLANTA, June 10, 2026 \- The American Cancer Society (ACS) and its advocacy affiliate, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), today announced Art delaCruz as the chief operating officer (COO), effective June 17, 2026. In this newly created role, he will help connect strategy and   more
Arkansas Tech Sends Group to FBLA Leadership Event
RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas, June 10 -- Arkansas Tech University issued the following news: * * * Arkansas Tech Sends Group to FBLA Leadership Event * Six Arkansas Tech University students attended the 2026 Future Business Leaders of America National Leadership Conference June 6-8 in Las Vegas, Nev. Morgan Blamey of Scranton, Larry Desiderio of Hot Springs, Andrea Guerrero of Atkins, Rose Gunther of Bigelow, J.D. Olivarez of Fort Smith and Briley Parker of Mena completed professional developmen  more
At POLITICO Energy Summit, EEI President and CEO Drew Maloney and Entergy Chair and CEO Drew Marsh Highlight Focus on Affordability, Reliability, and Grid Investment
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Energy] -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release: * * * At POLITICO Energy Summit, EEI President and CEO Drew Maloney and Entergy Chair and CEO Drew Marsh Highlight Focus on Affordability, Reliability, and Grid Investment * WASHINGTON (June 10, 2026) -Today, Drew Maloney, Edison Electric Institute (EEI) p resident and CEO, and Drew Marsh, Entergy c hair and CEO and EEI vice chair, underscored how America's electric companies are workin  more
Bestselling Author Matthew Dicks Visiting Hendrix College to Deliver Lecture and Lead Gill Preaching Workshop
CONWAY, Arkansas, June 10 -- Hendrix College issued the following news release: * * * Bestselling Author Matthew Dicks visiting Hendrix College to deliver lecture and lead Gill Preaching Workshop Matthew Dicks, an internationally bestselling author and an award-winning teacher and storyteller, will speak on the campus of Hendrix College Monday, October 5, 2026, at 7 p.m. The event, to be held in Worsham Hall in the Student Life and Technology Center (building 2 on the campus map), is free and  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Consumer Price Index, South Region May 2026
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, South Region May 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * Regional prices rose 0.5 percent in May, up 3.9 percent over the year - The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the South region increased 0.5 percent in May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The energy index rose 3.8 percent over the month. The index for all items less food a  more
Busch Light, America's #2 Fastest-Growing Beer Brand, Brings Back Fan-Favorite Busch Light Lime
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, June 10 [Category: BizFood/Beverage] -- Anheuser-Busch, a brewing company, issued the following news release: * * * Busch Light, America's #2 Fastest-Growing Beer Brand, Brings Back Fan-Favorite Busch Light Lime * Following record-breaking demand for Busch Light Apple, Busch Light Lime returns to make this summer the most refreshing yet St. Louis, MO - June 10, 2026 - This summer just got a whole lot more refreshing as Busch Light keeps its wildly successful flavor mom  more
Cotton Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Biological Smuggling
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Cotton Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Biological Smuggling * Contact: Hannah McCarthy (202) 465-5601 June 10, 2026 Washington, DC -Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced legislation to crack down on biological smuggling. The Biosecurity Smuggling Deterrence Act would impose tough, unavoidable mandatory minimum sentences on individuals who illegally import biological agents. This fo  more
Cotton to DOJ: Investigate Communist China Influence on Data Center Development
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Cotton to DOJ: Investigate Communist China Influence on Data Center Development * Contact: Hannah McCarthy (202) 465-5601 June 10, 2026 Washington, D.C. -Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche requesting an investigation into the efforts of foreign adversaries, including Communist China, to manipulate U.S. policy and public opinion on data cen  more
Crapo Joins Graham to Introduce Legislation to Combat 'Smash-And-Grab' Crimes
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Crapo Joins Graham to Introduce Legislation to Combat 'Smash-And-Grab' Crimes * Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) joined Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) to introduce the Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) Protection Act of 2026 to address the dangerously high number of "smash-and-grab" thefts targeting gun dealers by enhancing penalties for criminals who steal firearms from fede  more
ESPN announces remaining windows for 2026 SEC football season
BRISTOL, Connecticut, June 10 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN announces remaining windows for 2026 SEC football season * ESPN has finalized television windows for the full 2026 SEC football season  * All SEC-controlled games from Week 4 (Sept. 26) onward assigned Early, Afternoon, Night or Flex designations * Notable showdowns include Texas/Oklahoma in the Allstate Red River Rivalry (Oct. 10), Georgia/Alabama in primetime   more
Extended Reality Extends Maintainer's Capabilities for Air National Guard at Andrews
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Maryland, June 11 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base Andrews (316th Wing) issued the following news: * * * Extended Reality extends maintainer's capabilities for Air National Guard at Andrews By Senior Airman Daniel Walderbach 316th Wing Public Affairs The Air National Guard Readiness Center recently kicked off a new initiative for ANG wings to start using their extended reality labs. The XR Lab is designed to train Airmen on a multitude of different aircraft maintenance ta  more
Federal Emergency Management Agency Designates One Missouri County as Contiguous Natural Disaster Areas Due to a Severe Winter Storm
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency issued the following news release: * * * Federal Emergency Management Agency Designates One Missouri County as Contiguous Natural Disaster Areas Due to a Severe Winter Storm * Missouri This Presidential disaster declaration allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters throug h emergency loa  more
Green Named Major Gifts Officer at Ozarks
CLARKSVILLE, Arkansas, June 10 -- The University of the Ozarks posted the following news: * * * Green Named Major Gifts Officer at Ozarks * Nathan Green has joined University of the Ozarks as a major gifts officer in the Office of Advancement and Alumni Engagement. His first day was June 8, 2026. A native of Clarksville, Green has a bachelor's degree in business administration from Post University. A military veteran, he has experience as a manager and personal trainer and as a recruiter.   more
House Natural Resources Committee Advances Commonsense Land Policies
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following statement on June 10, 2026: * * * Committee Advances Commonsense Land Policies Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources favorably reported legislation that will initiate a land exchange to benefit a tribal community, support military preparedness and allow mineral leases in Carlsbad, N.M., to boost energy production. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued t  more
Latham & Watkins Expands Complex Commercial Litigation Practice in Texas
NEW YORK, June 8 -- Latham and Watkins, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Latham & Watkins Expands Complex Commercial Litigation Practice in Texas Addition of skilled litigator Shayne Henry further strengthens the firm's rapidly growing litigation presence in the state and nationwide. - Latham & Watkins LLP is pleased to announce that Shayne Henry has joined the firm's Austin office as a partner in the Complex Commercial Litigation Practice. Henry is a skilled litigator a  more
Leadership in Banking Series Returns to Delta Center for Economic Development
JONESBORO, Arkansas, June 10 -- Arkansas State University posted the following news: * * * Leadership in Banking Series Returns to Delta Center for Economic Development * The annual Arkansas State University Leadership in Banking Series is set to return for the 2026-27 year. The six monthly sessions bring banking professionals from across the region together to discuss current topics, trends and skills relevant to the banking industry. Sessions will be led by faculty from the Neil Griffi  more
LRSD Welcomes New Director of Finance, Jacqueline Rowlett, to the LRSD Family
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, June 11 -- Little Rock School District issued the following news: * * * LRSD Welcomes New Director of Finance, Jacqueline Rowlett, to the LRSD Family The Little Rock School District is excited to welcome Jacqueline Rowlett as its new Director of Finance, bringing nearly two decades of experience, innovation, and leadership in Arkansas public school finance to the District. With more than 19 years of experience in school finance, accounting, budgeting, and financial ope  more
OU College of Allied Health Welcomes Department Chair
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, June 11 -- The University of Oklahoma Health campus issued the following news: * * * OU College of Allied Health Welcomes New Department Chair Amyn M. Amlani, Ph.D., a nationally recognized audiologist, researcher and health economist, has been named professor and chair of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Oklahoma College of Allied Health. He began the role on June 1. As chair, Amlani will lead efforts to expand the departme  more
OU College of Allied Health Welcomes New Department Chair
NORMAN, Oklahoma, June 10 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news: * * * OU College of Allied Health Welcomes New Department Chair * OKLAHOMA CITY - Amyn M. Amlani, Ph.D., a nationally recognized audiologist, researcher and health economist, has been named professor and chair of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Oklahoma College of Allied Health. He began the role on June 1. As chair, Amlani will lead efforts to expand the departmen  more
Understanding the Cause and Treatment of Weed Growth in Fish Ponds
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, June 10 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * Understanding the Cause and Treatment of Weed Growth in Fish Ponds * Nuisance aquatic weed growth is one of the most common problems faced by pond owners. While plants can provide utility to a pond, many species can grow so abundant that they cause more trouble than benefit, Scott Jones, small impoundment Extension specialist at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, said. "Many po  more
USDA Designates Four Mississippi Counties as Natural Disaster Areas
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency issued the following news release: * * * USDA Designates Four Mississippi Counties as Natural Disaster Areas * Mobile County in Alabama is also eligible Alabama This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency lo  more
UT Tyler Announces 2026 Jazz Camp June 22 - 26
TYLER, Texas, June 10 -- The University of Texas Tyler campus posted the following news release: * * * UT Tyler Announces 2026 Jazz Camp June 22 - 26 * The University of Texas at Tyler School of Performing Arts will host its 2026 Jazz Camp June 22 - 26, bringing together middle school, high school, collegiate and adult musicians for a week of intensive jazz study, performance and collaboration. "We are excited to celebrate the ninth annual UT Tyler Jazz Camp this summer," said Dr. Sarah Ro  more
Walmart+ Travel Doubles Down on Member Savings
BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, June 11 -- Walmart issued the following news: * * * Walmart+ Travel Doubles Down on Member Savings While summer is the most popular time to travel in the U.S., Walmart+ is making every trip even more rewarding this year for members, whether it's a summer getaway, fall weekend escape, or their next big vacation. Walmart+ members can now earn double the Walmart Cash, now up to 10%, on eligible hotels, car rentals and activities booked through Walmart+ Travel powered by Ex  more