Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of September.
Good morning, Springdale.
💼 Business
Harps CEO Kim Eskew will retire after nearly 50 years, with President J.
Max Van Hoose set to take over Jan. 15 in Springdale from the largest employee-owned grocery chain, according to a Monday release.
📰 Economy
Northwest Arkansas saw record gains in July as professional and business service jobs and tourism expanded, adding 7,800 jobs to total nonfarm employment of 305,300 while the unemployment rate edged to 4% amid revised estimates from the BLS.
🏥 Health
UAMS Northwest installed an on-demand telehealth booth at XNA near baggage claim to offer remote healthcare consultations for travelers and visitors using UAMS E-Link and HealthNow (ADA compliant).
The booth is the first of its kind in Arkansas and is available at the same cost as an in-person appointment.
🏈 Sports
On Tuesday, Sept. 8, football coordinators Tim Cramsey and Ron Roberts previewed the Razorbacks’ matchup against the Bulldogs at the Broyles Center media room at Razorback Stadium — their remarks set a clear tone before the game.
After a 43-10 loss to Utah last Saturday, the Razorbacks are monitoring starting offensive tackle Bryant Williams for a lower leg injury, with an injury report to be released on Thursday.
The team will face Georgia at 11 a.m. on Saturday on ABC.
Defensive coordinator Ron Roberts said the Razorbacks lost 43-10 at Utah due to mental lapses and missed tackles, and he is addressing these fundamentals for the SEC opener against Georgia this Saturday at 11 a.m. (Roberts emphasized the need to stick to assignments.)
A petition to remove Arkansas Athletic Director Hunter Yurachek has gathered over 3,000 signatures Tuesday evening after the Razorbacks lost 43-10 to Utah — fueling debate among students about the football team's performance.
After Arkansas lost 43-10 to Utah last Saturday, players claimed that offensive linemen and running backs were giving tells that revealed whether a play was a pass or a run.
Coach Ryan Silverfield said he disagreed and noted that fixes with offensive tackles were made as the team gets ready for its next game against Georgia.
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