Royal Bridge wins $11.7 million contract Sep 16, 2009
7 million federal contract for work on some dams and locks on the Arkansas River ... The Tarpon Springs company will paint and rehabilitate 14 gates on the Arkansas River in Pulaski County and Little Rock, Ark. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Lincoln ends 0-29 skid with late TD Sep 9, 2009
Central Arkansas Christian will make the short trip across the Arkansas River to take on Pulaski Academy. The last three meetings have been decided by a combined three points, including a tie in 2007. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Wichita begins 2nd part of aquifer program Aug 27, 2009
The project is designed to take excess water out of the Little Arkansas River, treat it and pump it into the Equus Beds aquifer to create a stable water supply through 2050. The project site, northwest of Wichita between Bentley and Halstead, already has been constructed to allow 10 million gallons of water a day to be pumped into the aquifer. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Man's body found in Ark. River near Pottsville Aug 23, 2009
(AP) - Pope County authorities are investigating the death of a man whose body was discovered in the Arkansas River near Sweden Island Park. Pope County Sheriff Aaron DuVall says a fisherman and his wife who were vacationing in the area discovered the man's body Thursday afternoon and notified authorities. (KSLA.com, LA)
Late migratory bird seasons set by Commission Aug 22, 2009
The request was originally filed by a coalition including the Arkansas River Coalition, the Audubon Society of Central Arkansas, Center for Biological Diversity, the Center for Food Safety, the Center for North American Herpetology, and the Center for Reptile and Amphibian Conservation and Management. The Commission also renamed Choctaw Island Wildlife Management Area to Freddie Black Choctaw Island WMA and Deer Research Area. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Ken Cook: What life is about Aug 19, 2009
Another one was Jason with us while practicing for the Classic on the Arkansas River. He spent more time swimming behind the boat than fishing. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Man drowns in Arkansas River near Muldrow Aug 10, 2009
man has drowned in the Arkansas River. Police say David Lemley was swimming with a group of people at the W.D. Mayo Lock and Dam outside of Muldrow on Saturday when swift waters swept him under. (KSLA.com, LA)
Gov. speaks out against Million's water project Jul 30, 2009
It would deliver 25,000 acre-feet to water users in the Platte River Basin and 225,000 acre-feet to the South Platte and Arkansas River Basins in Colorado. Article Rating. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
DROWNING VICTIM RECOVERED (780) Jul 22, 2009
The body of a Pine Bluff man who drowned in the Arkansas River near Island Harbor Saturday after diving off a party barge was recovered Sunday morning by Jefferson County Sheriff s deputies. Major Greg Bolin said deputies found the body of Verma Jay West, 44, at 8:45 a.m. about 100 feet from the area where he was reportedly last seen by others on a party barge. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Short » Jul 21, 2009
A quick look at the standings from the recent Championship on the Arkansas River out of Little Rock is proof ... The Arkansas River has been fishing as tough as I've seen it in several years. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
BODY REPORTEDLY SEEN IN ARKANSAS RIVER Jul 19, 2009
Jefferson County Sheriff s deputies were reportedly searching for a body that was seen in the main channel of the Arkansas River near the Island Harbor area Saturday night, but at press time had not been successful. Major Greg Bolin said the department had put two boats in the water at approximately 7 p.m. after witnesses saw what appeared to be a body, now believed to have drowned in the river after diving off a party barge Saturday night. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
BASS Announces Revised 2010 Bassmaster Elite Series Regular Season Schedule New! Jul 17, 2009
The regular season will now culminate with the Sooner Run, set for June 17-20 on the Arkansas River out of Muskogee, Okla. to view the revised schedule can be found below. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
BassPack wins another national title Jul 16, 2009
In three days that's how Will White and Chris Wood of N.C. State's fishing club BassPack finished at the 2009 Under Armour College Bass National Championship held July 10-12 on the Arkansas River in North Little Rock, Ark ... No small feat, considering the tournament venue was the Arkansas River, and the anglers lacked experience with river fishing and how current affects bass behavior. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Day Two » Jul 13, 2009
While most of the teams have never fished the Arkansas River before the event, they each were able to find something from their home states that helped them get to this point. Even if it was something as simple as Internet research from North Carolina. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Preview » Jul 11, 2009
College teams from across country hit the Arkansas River for national championship ... The fifth annual Under Armour College Bass National Championship kicks off Friday on the Arkansas River in North Little Rock, Ark ... Clent Davis and Chuck Holderfield of Montevallo University fish in backwater area of the Arkansas River, while the University of Alabama team competes in the background. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Texas Boy Scout Volunteer Dies In Rafting Accident Jul 11, 2009
Police said David Campbell, 49, of Carrollton died Thursday after his raft capsized in the Arkansas River ... The death was the third rafting related fatality on the Arkansas River this week. (KWTX.com, TX)
Story » Jul 2, 2009
High water on the Gunny. - Outdoors/fishing - ESPN. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Short edges Jordon for first Elite win Jun 30, 2009
For 15 years, Short has sharpened his fishing chops on the Arkansas River, a fishery he believes translates well to fishing the Mississippi. Furthermore, Short took a scouting trip last September to the Mississippi and scoured the fishery for two days. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
McCurley finds home in Wichita Jun 30, 2009
But he appears to be embarrassed by the perks like a spacious downtown office that features a wraparound balcony overlooking the Big Arkansas River and offering the perfect view of the Keeper of the Plains exhibit that come with the job. There s not a lot of time to spend out (on the balcony) these days, he says. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Missing swimmer found in river Jun 29, 2009
- Authorities have found the body of a missing swimmer in the Arkansas River. Little Rock police say they received a call about 5:30 p.m. that a man had gone under water at the Fourche Dam Pike and never resurfaced. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
BIG BASS BONANZA BRINGING THE FISH OUT OF PB LAKE Jun 28, 2009
It s my backyard, he said of Lake Langhoffer, where one of five weigh stations along the Arkansas River was located. My bedroom s about from here to that willow tree from the water. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Power Rankings Jun 19, 2009
Not since the Arkansas River Major had KVD zeroed on a competition day, but Saturday marked one such rare occurrence, when he arrived back in Fort Madison with an empty livewell ... An Arkansas River rat, Short finally broke into the winner's circle with a victory on the Mississippi that also helped strengthen a top-12 position for the Mayflower, Ark. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Indian Pipe Firm No Longer Planning Ark. Plant Jun 17, 2009
An India-based pipe manufacturer is no longer planning to open a $100 million plant along the Arkansas River in Little Rock, state officials said Tuesday. Man Industries Ltd. is no longer moving forward with its proposed plant, which officials last year said would bring more than 250 new jobs to the region, Arkansas Economic Development Commission spokesman Scott Hardin said Tuesday. (ABC News -- Wire)
Short wins first Bassmaster Elite Series victory Jun 16, 2009
This is a bigger version of what the Arkansas River was like 15 to 20 years ago, Short said. The Arkansas has been silted, and the backwater fishing holes and little cuts are inaccessible. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Rookie rocks river Jun 16, 2009
"While others in the field have struggled this week, McCaghren has used his extensive knowledge of river systems to his advantage on the Mighty Mississippi. At home in Arkansas, he frequently fishes the Arkansas River. He scored his lone BASS victory on the Red River in Louisiana. A newcomer to the Elite Series, McCaghren earned his berth via his strong performance on the Bassmaster Central Open circuit, which included his Red River victory. So far, he has made the top-50 Elite cut four times.... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
NATURE’S OWN: DELTA RIVERS STRESSES ‘FUN’ FOR PLANT SHOW Jun 16, 2009
4 acres, overlooks the Arkansas River and is within the Julius Breckling Riverfront Park. The site is part of the River Market District, and is adjacent to the Museum of Discovery and the William J. Clinton Presidential Library. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Settlement emerges in ARPA lawsuit Jun 16, 2009
Raton Public Service Company and city officials reached a tentative settlement agreement last week with officials of the Arkansas River Power Authority that could bring an earlier-than-expected end to federal litigation between the city and ARPA that focuses on how much Raton should be obligated to pay for an ARPA power plant project the city opposed, although it gave a reluctant initial approval. The settlement - reached during a mediation session in Pueblo, Colo. (Raton Range, AL)
Shallow or deep debate Jun 5, 2009
That was because the event was originally scheduled for the Arkansas River out of Little Rock, but high water created dangerous conditions for anglers and the tournament was moved to nearby Maumelle, a deeper, clearer lake filled with both spotted bass and largemouth bass. The anglers gathered at the pre-tournament meeting agreed that catching keeper-sized fish would not be a problem, but getting a bigger bite to help push a 5- to 7-pound bag into double digits promises to be much more of a... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Corps sets 2nd meeting on water Jun 4, 2009
About 25,000 acre-feet would be moved annually to water users in southeastern Wyoming and the remaining 225,000 acre-feet would be to the South Platte and Arkansas River basins in Colorado. The project must undergo an Environmental Impact Statement, and the public scoping meetings are the first part of the process. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
CITY AND LOCAL EDUCATOR WORKING TO CLEAR DISCARDED BOOKS Jun 4, 2009
Anderson, an employee of the Arkansas River Education Service Cooperative said the loss of the estimated 300,000 copies is not a retail loss because there is no money in the project ... Many of those books are stored at the Arkansas River Education Service Cooperative. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
BODY RECOVERED NEAR REDFIELD Jun 4, 2009
Jefferson County Sheriff s deputies pulled the body of an unidentified man from the Arkansas River at Tar Camp in Redfield Tuesday morning. Coroner Chad Kelley said Deputy Coroner Eric Belcher pronounced the man dead at 12:04 p.m. after deputies were sent to the area just after 10 a.m.. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
What America Means to Me May 25, 2009
They sat me at a table that had a magnificent view of the Arkansas River. The sunny clear day allowed a view that went on for twenty-plus miles each way, as this is a very flat part of the country. (Townhall.com)
RACE TO THE FINISH: RACE TRACKS IN SIGHT FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY May 19, 2009
The law previously allowed construction of a track only north of the Arkansas River. Neighbors voiced opposition to that site. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Cox gets contract on Union Station site May 16, 2009
He also spoke highly of the improvements along the Arkansas River. "It's significant what they did. It takes a lot of foresight and gumption," he says. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Investigation continues in Ark. double homicide May 12, 2009
Neighbors say she'd been undergoing rehabilitation after suffering carbon monoxide poisoning in the 2006 accident on the Arkansas River. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
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While the threat of continued rain will pose problems for county road crews, Office of Emergency Management Coordinator Wally Hunt said the threat of flooding along the Arkansas River at Pine Bluff continues to diminish. The river is actually down pretty good and it looks like by Wednesday we should be back where we were before we had all the rain last week, Hunt said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
JRMC COMMUNITY GRANTS ANNOUNCED May 8, 2009
Arkansas River Education Service Cooperative in Pine Bluff for their Health and Wellness the ARESC Way ... Arkansas River Education Service Cooperative in Pine Bluff for staff health screenings. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
EF1 STATUS CONFIRMED FOR MONTICELLO TWISTER May 8, 2009
As far as the Arkansas River at Pine Bluff is concerned, Hunt said the Island Harbor area shouldn t have a problem with significant flooding. With a flood stage of 42 feet, Hunt said the river is actually predicted to fall to under 38 feet by Tuesday. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
WDDC seeks private cash for downtown plans May 7, 2009
The final plan will take into account the Arkansas River corridor plan and the neighborhood plan. It will be a living, breathing document. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Sports Spasms May 2, 2009
Found primarily in portions of the Arkansas River and Red River watersheds in the eastern quarter of the state, researchers were hoping that the two divisions have not been apart so long that they had great differences in genetic make-up. It turns out their genetic codes are still very close, so naturalists are hoping that transferring some of the big snappers from the Red River watershed to the Arkansas River watershed (where the numbers are lower) will provide a population increase for the... (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Gillett School Notes Apr 16, 2009
They presented a check for $100 to March of Dimes and enjoyed walking along the Arkansas River and River Market area. FBLA sponsor is Mrs. Nancy Whiting. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
Former Crawford County constable accused of theft Apr 15, 2009
A stolen riding lawn mower was set on fire, then thrown in the Arkansas River near Dyer, Grill said. A large number of tools was found along the river. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
May adds chances to dance Apr 12, 2009
Arkansas River Festival: Any gathering that includes performances by the B-52s, Willie Nelson, Heart, and the Little River Band. gets a hardy endorsement from us, even if it does require a trip to Arkansas. (Boston Globe)
Meetings scheduled for proposed pipeline Apr 10, 2009
The remaining 225,000 acre-feet would be delivered annually to the South Platte and Arkansas River basins in Colorado. Ben Bracken, general manager of the Joint Powers Water Board Water Treatment Plant, explained the upcoming meeting is part of the process. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Pure Cycle Corporation Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2009 Results Apr 10, 2009
8 million related to the Tap Participation Fee liability which is a result of our acquisition of Arkansas River water rights from High Plains A&M, LLC in 2006. Both are further detailed in our Form 10-Q.. (Primezone Releases)
Ark. authorities identify body as Tulsa woman Apr 10, 2009
- A decomposed body found on a bank of the Arkansas River last month is that of a Tulsa, Okla ... Fishermen on the Arkansas River spotted bones and clothing along the shore at Mulberry Bottoms on March 22, Damante said ... A day later, police found the car submerged in the Arkansas River near where Carter's body was discovered. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Pipeline plan takes shape (57) Apr 9, 2009
The remaining 225,000 acre feet of water would be delivered annually to the South Platte River and Arkansas River basins in Colorado. The most conservative estimates predict it would take five years or more to permit and build the pipeline once it overcomes significant political and logistical hurdles. (Casper Star-Tribune)
Water over road to WMA in SE Ark. forces closure Apr 9, 2009
- Rising water on the lower Arkansas River prompted state hunting officials Wednesday to close a road leading to a wildlife management area on Big Island, a remote lowland area between the White and Arkansas rivers in southeast Arkansas ... The agency said the reading Wednesday at Lock 1 on the Arkansas River is 143. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
AUTO RACE TRACK COULD BE IN CARDS FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY Apr 7, 2009
The proposed legislation had to be amended to change the legal description of the property after an initial plan to locate a track north of the Arkansas River fell through. We couldn t find any land that wasn t in the flood plain, so we had to go back and look for a place in another part of the county, Holcomb said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
INVESTIGATION CONTINUING IN TUESDAY SHOOTING DEATH Apr 2, 2009
Rawlinson said Eason s car, a 1992 Chevrolet Caprice, was found later inside the city limits near the Arkansas River off Colorado Street. It had been burned. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Kevin Short column Mar 26, 2009
Aside from the freaky monikers, it's all good here on the shores of Lake Dardanelle, which is basically a wide spot in the Arkansas River ... Being a part of the Arkansas River, the flows and water levels are subject to change on an almost daily basis, sometimes even hourly ... Adding to the river-system fluctuations is the fact that the entire Arkansas River is seeing a shortage of threadfin shad due in large part to the fact that last season saw unusually high flows beginning just before the... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Pro's approach: Boyd Duckett Mar 26, 2009
"That's a surprising synopsis considering that it's March and that Dardanelle, located about halfway between Little Rock and Fort Smith, is one of Arkansas' premier bass lakes. With over 34,000 acres of surface water, more than 50 miles of river channel along the Arkansas River and 315 miles of shoreline, it would seem reasonable to think the bass should be on fire."I'm as surprised as anyone else. I'd guess it's the water and the weather, but you never know for sure. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Toyota Tundra Diamond Drive preview Mar 24, 2009
Part of the Arkansas River Valley, the 34,300-acre Lake Dardanelle has been host to five BASS events. Duckett's August 2007 victory came together on the final day of competition, after he struggled to find the bite in deeper water on Day Three. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
ALLIANCE DONATES EASEMENT TO UAPB BASEBALL COMPLEX Mar 22, 2009
Nisbett said the property was purchased in the late 1970s by the Industrial Foundation for a prospective industry that would have needed a pipeline easement to the Arkansas River. Though the industry ultimately did not locate here, The Alliance held onto the property. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
ALLIANCE STILL STUMPING FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TAX Mar 20, 2009
The Arkansas River Regional Intermodal Facilities Authority, led by Ford Trotter, is studying methods to protect the Sparta Aquifer. Nisbett said the authority had received 4 million in state funding and engineering is underway on the water conservation project. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
WDDC speaker praises Old Town Mar 11, 2009
In Wichita Tuesday in advance of a lecture he is scheduled to give Wednesday, sponsored by the , Garvin credited the museum district and improvements to the Arkansas River corridor. The neatest thing I ve seen is the Old Town district here, he said. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Colorado Wins Water Dispute Mar 10, 2009
Supreme Court Rules Kansas Owes $9 Million In Legal Fees Following Century-Long Row Over Arkansas River ... (AP) The Supreme Court has rejected claims by Kansas that it is owed $9 million in legal fees from Colorado over their century-long dispute over water rights to the Arkansas River. (CBS News -- US)
Supreme Court Decisions Today (2:59 p.m.) Mar 10, 2009
-Rejected claims by Kansas that it is owed $9 million in legal fees from Colorado due to their centurylong dispute over water rights to the Arkansas River. -Refused to revive lawsuits by New York City and gun violence victims that would hold the firearms industry responsible for selling guns that could end up in illegal markets. (WTVR.com, VA)
Less Nitrogen Could Increase Profit, Sustainability Mar 8, 2009
The research, led by ARS soil scientist Ardell Halvorson, focused on irrigated cropping systems in the Arkansas River Valley, an agricultural region of Colorado that has high levels of nitrate nitrogen in the fields and groundwater--due, in part, to heavy application of nitrogen fertilizer and the prevalence of shallow-rooted crops such as onions ... Recommendations based on this research could have important economic and environmental benefits for the Arkansas River Valley and similar regions. (Science Daily)
Fire at historic house apparent arson Mar 5, 2009
The Arkansas River was behind the house, and a tunnel connected the house to the river. Originally, there was a large balcony over the first floor, and when the house was remodeled in the 1800s, the balcony was extended, she said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Sumner County developer proposes 2nd site Mar 4, 2009
Nancy Seitz, of Sumner Gaming and Resorts LC, says the company will submit two applications for a casino near Mulvane one at its old site near the turnpike and one just west of the Arkansas River bridge, near Mulvane. Sumner Gaming last year was awarded a contract to build a $500 million casino near the turnpike. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Less nitrogen use could increase profit, sustainability (19) Mar 2, 2009
The research, led by ARS soil scientist Ardell Halvorson, focused on irrigated cropping systems in the Arkansas River Valley, an agricultural region of Colorado that has high levels of nitrate nitrogen in the fields and groundwater due, in part, to heavy application of nitrogen fertilizer and the prevalence of shallow-rooted crops such as onions ... Recommendations based on this research could have important economic and environmental benefits for the Arkansas River Valley and similar regions. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
UAPB PH.D. PROGRAM HITS ANOTHER HURDLE Feb 27, 2009
Pitches included studies on invasive species, promoting Arkansas products and bringing back the alligator gar as a sports fish in the Arkansas River. Engle reported on various on-going research with an emphasis on comparing different fish feeds. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
In Arkansas and elsewhere, economy stable Feb 26, 2009
The Clinton Presidential Center here has helped the River Market District along the Arkansas River expand from a single building to several blocks of shops, museums, bars and restaurants. Without fast growth, home construction is slower lessening the risk of new mortgages going bad, prices plunging and foreclosures spreading when the economy turns bad. (USA Today -- Money)
Ark. lawmakers spear blue-catfish bill Feb 21, 2009
Reep noted that the blue catfish _ which are typically found in large rivers and reservoirs and can weigh more than 100 pounds _ was first documented in the Arkansas River in the state in the 16th century. "I just thought we needed a state fish, and that's why I filed the bill," he said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
