Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.
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📰 Economy
Entergy Arkansas residential customers will face a $5.33 monthly rate hike from Jan 2, alongside a $30.1 million credit applied over 24 months.
🌲 Environment
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is promoting its 'Habitat for the Holidays' program, encouraging people to donate their Christmas trees to be used as fish habitats in local lakes.
The Old Spanish Treasure Cave's ecosystem and resident bats are at risk from quarry blasting in Sulphur Springs, despite efforts to lessen the impact.
🏛️ Government
Arkansas is implementing two major laws in five days; the Protect Arkansas Act mandates full prison sentences for first-degree murder convictions, and the Arkansas Learns Act establishes education freedom accounts for private schooling and in-home learning.
Rogers utilized $40 million from the 2018 bond for transportation improvements, completing eight projects and beginning the potential last 13.
🏥 Health
Arkansas reports two more flu-related deaths, bringing the season's total to five, with flu activity remaining high.
🏈 Sports
The Arkansas Razorbacks secured a 39-26 victory over the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the Liberty Bowl, ending their season with a 7-6 record.
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Arkansas HYC 2024 - Group Registration
The Arkansas HYC 2024 is a two-day youth convention aimed at fostering faith and discipleship among young people, hosted by the Arkansas District United Pentecostal Church International.
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