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Wynne Progress · Harrisburg, AR

Algal bloom advisories lifted for two area lakes

HomeLocal NewsOutdoor & LeisureAlgal bloom advisories lifted for two area lakes Algal bloom advisories lifted for two area lakes November 10, 2026 Courtesy of the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment.POINSETT COUNTY, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment’s Division of Environmental Quality has lifted two harmful algal bloom advisories for area lakes.One of those was in affect at Lake Hogue, near Waldenburg, since Sept. 16. The other was Lake Poinsett, near Harrisburg. That advisory was posted on Sept. 3.The DEQ reported Monday that samples collected from the two lakes showed the toxin level had dissipated and is now within recreational levels at both locations.Harmful algal blooms may produce toxic substances that could result in headaches, weakness, shortness of breath, muscle spasms and gastrointestinal illnesses.

K8 News | Jonesboro, Arkansas · Jonesboro, AR

Nearby: Jonesboro, AR

EPC progresses high school construction, plans for future demolition

ShareAdd Us On GoogleAdd as a preferred source on GoogleLEPANTO, Ark. (KAIT) - A school district is preparing to move seventh- through 12th-grade students into a new building, and its superintendent hopes classrooms will be filled by Christmas. The East Poinsett County School District is constructing a new high school building in Lepanto.The previous building was demolished this summer. Superintendent Micky Pierce said demolition waited until after workers cleared asbestos from the building. The high school students currently share a building with junior high students.“They’re all ready to have a little more room,” Pierce said.Pierce said the building leveled over the summer was built in 1947, while their elementary school was constructed in 1968. Although both buildings were good, he said they lacked infrastructure needed in modern schools.

Daily Leader · Jonesboro, AR

Nearby: Jonesboro, AR

Red Wolves to host UT Martin tonight

JONESBORO, Ark. — The Arkansas State Red Wolves will host the University of Tennessee at Martin tonight in Jonesboro. The Red Wolves are 1-1 and are looking to bounce back from Friday’s loss to Alabama. Arkansas State opened the season last week with a win over Toledo. UT Martin is 0-2 on the season. Arkansas […]

Paragould Daily Press · Paragould, AR

Nearby: Paragould, AR

EDWARD JONES CELEBRATES NEW LOCATION

The Paragould Regional Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting at Edward Jones to celebrate their new location at 2715 W. Kingshighway, Suite A in Paragould. This new Edward Jones location combines three financial advisors in one office: Jason Noel, Jonathan Wright, and Seth Parsley. Edward Jones is a financial services firm that provides wealth management and investment advice.EDWARD JONES CELEBRATES NEW LOCATION Paragould Regional Chamber of Commerce Latest e-Edition Paragould Daily Press 17 hrs ago 0 NEA Healthcare Directory 2026 Feb 25, 2026 NEA Basketball 2025 Jan 7, 2026 Healthcare Directory 2025 Feb 18, 2025 NEA Basketball Dec 9, 2024 NEA Football 2024 Aug 28, 2024 Most Popular Articles Images Videos Commented ArticlesElection results in Greene CountyMcMillon and Agee reelected TuesdayJumpstart Ministries director arrested'We have to fight to save it,' Walesa says about democracyWoman faces aggravated assault, residential burglary chargesGreene Co.