AGP Executive Report
Last update: 16 minutes agoWorkforce & Education: Arkansas Tech University-Ozark is expanding evening technical training to Russellville starting this fall, with classes in automotive service, air conditioning/refrigeration, welding, plus business English and technical math. Local Events: Little Rock’s MuralFest is set for May 30 under the 6th Street Bridge, and the city’s Career Climb job fair runs May 28 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.) to connect students with summer employers. School Policy: The state Board of Education has approved four proposed rule sets for a 30-day comment period, including updates tied to Act 317 restroom rules, definitions for accelerated learning, and changes affecting isolated school districts. Public Safety: A Franklin County 911 call led to a rural stabbing death of a married couple, with the suspect later shot dead by law enforcement. Health & Community: KASU in Jonesboro marks its 69th birthday with fundraising events this week, including a May 19 stop at La Torcia Pizza. Sports: Arkansas softball’s Robyn Herron helped power the Razorbacks with a 5-run first inning in a regional win over South Florida.
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