January 2025

BRTC to support employees after closing of Tenneco

POCAHONTAS, AR Jan. 15— Black River Technical College (BRTC) is extending support to Tenneco employees after the business announced it will be closing its doors in March. BRTC recognizes the impact the closure will have on the local workforce and economy and is working with Paragould Chamber of Commerce and other state agencies to address the needs of displaced workers. Together these organizations are proactively providing resources and support to help affected employees transition to new opportunities.

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AGFC celebrates success of Conservation Incentive Program

LITTLE ROCK — Nearly 100,000 acres of private land has been positively influenced for wildlife and fisheries habitat conservation in the last year, thanks in part to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Conservation Incentive Program. AGFC commissioners heard a robust presentation about the makeup of the program and its incredible results during Thursday’s regularly scheduled meeting at the agency headquarters.

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