Work is expected to start soon on clearing the Cache River. Since the 1940's, silt, logs, and other forms of debris have clogged the Cache River in Jackson County near Grubbs. The result includes four log jams, two of which are each at least a mile wide each. KASU's Johnathan Reaves explains the problem and how it is being addressed in this report.
Arkansas State University continues to explore public and private partnerships in relation to placing an osteopathic medical school in Jonesboro. To provide a perspective of what an osteopathic medical school would mean to Jonesboro and the region, KASU's Johnathan Reaves talks with Radiation Oncologist Dr. John Lynch and medical student Josh Potter.
This week, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Jonesboro has had help in the construction of three homes in North Jonesboro. 92 people from the Grace United Methodist Church in Naperville, Illinois have been in Jonesboro this week, participating in a mission trip called Side By Side. KASU's Johnathan Reaves files this report.
The Arkansas Natural Resources Conservation Service is holding area public meetings about the 2014 State Water Plan. KASU's Johnathan Reaves explains what the water plan is and why it is needed.
Meetings will be held in the KASU listening area at the following times:
Arkansas State University is making sure the entire Jonesboro campus is a Wi-Fi hot spot as freshmen are required to bring iPads to class in the fall. KASU's Johnathan Reaves gives an update on what ASU is doing to get ready for the fall; he also tells why iPads are being required for class.
Those who can't afford an iPad can rent one from ASU. Deadline to apply for rentals is June 15th. More information is available by clicking on this link.