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community development investment

Wildfires Cut Trips, Prescribed Burns Boost Visits

May 9, 2026

In 2020, two massive fires in Colorado—Cameron Peak and East Troublesome—devastated popular spots around Rocky Mountain National Park and nearby forests. Even five years later, the landscape still shows blackened slopes and closed trails, hinting that people are avoiding these areas. Recent research

opinion

Florida Debate: A Divide That Stifles Talent

May 9, 2026

When students in Florida head to the state debate tournament, they expect a big event. Yet many feel it is just a small local meet. Compared to Texas, where the debate championship pulls in more than 150 speakers, Florida’s field is less than half that size. Both states value education and produce

lifestyle

Living in Comfort at The Barclay

May 9, 2026

The Barclay offers a relaxed, community‑focused environment for seniors in North Chesterfield. Residents can enjoy meals that are prepared by a chef, giving them both convenience and taste in every bite. Daily activities are designed to keep minds sharp and bodies active, from art classes to gentl

education

New Dean Leads Arkansas State Nursing College

May 9, 2026

Arkansas State University has officially named Stacy Walz the dean of its College of Nursing and Health Professions, ending her interim status that began in 2025. Walz, who has a long history with the college as associate dean and chair of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, will take over full responsibi

health

Longevity Needs More Than Money

May 9, 2026

Longevity is usually seen as a medical issue. People talk about hospitals, medicines and diet. But the real story is bigger. Social ties and purpose matter just as much as health care. Research shows that friends keep us alive longer. A study at Harvard found that people who love their relationship

opinion

Life After a Tragic Loss: Understanding the Realities of Community Mental Health

May 9, 2026

A recent death at a local mental‑health facility has sparked a wave of grief and debate. The tragedy, involving the program manager Marlene McNeill, has left many people questioning how community care is delivered. While some voices quickly blame the agency, a deeper look reveals the complex world t

health

Arisa Health Ends 55‑Year Contract Over Funding Gap

May 9, 2026

Arisa Health, the organization that runs community mental health centers across 41 Arkansas counties, decided not to bid for a new state contract when its current agreement ends. The choice comes after the agency has faced rising costs and shrinking public money for more than five decades. The cent

politics

Reddit Fans Turn Arrested Man Into Hero

May 9, 2026

A man named Luigi Mangione was taken into custody in December 2024 after the death of a UnitedHealthcare chief executive. Instead of shaming him, many people on Reddit cheered his actions. They called him a folk hero and celebrated his “boldness. ” The reaction shows how people online can flip th

finance

Finance Leaders: More Than Numbers

May 9, 2026

In many companies, the finance chief is seen as a quiet guardian of budgets and compliance. Yet the true influence of a CFO extends far beyond spreadsheets. When a finance leader steps out of their office and into industry panels, the role shifts from silent guardian to active participant. The

business

Building a $90 Million Bridge to HBCU Careers

May 9, 2026

AltFinance’s chief executive, Marcus Shaw, talks about a bold new effort to connect students from historically black colleges and universities with the private finance sector. The idea started in 2021, when Shaw and his team realized that many talented graduates lack the insider knowledge needed to

Wildfires Cut Trips, Prescribed Burns Boost Visits

Florida Debate: A Divide That Stifles Talent

Living in Comfort at The Barclay

New Dean Leads Arkansas State Nursing College

Longevity Needs More Than Money

Life After a Tragic Loss: Understanding the Realities of Community Mental Health

Arisa Health Ends 55‑Year Contract Over Funding Gap

Reddit Fans Turn Arrested Man Into Hero

Finance Leaders: More Than Numbers

Building a $90 Million Bridge to HBCU Careers

Building a $90 Million Bridge to HBCU Careers