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Two Men Share Their Concern Over Health Planning Council Decision
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KAIT8 reporter interviews two men concerning the decision the Health Planning Council made approving a new hospital in Newport. The people opposed to this decision plan to take the case to HEW in Dallas, Texas.
Date: 1976
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Senior Citizens Services Sponsors Bicentennial Pageant
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Senior Citizens Services sponsors a bicentennial pageant in the American Legion building in Jonesboro. Several people parade around in costumes. Miss Arkansas, Paula Roach, crowns the Bicentennial King and Queen.
Date: 1976
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Dr. Keenan Visits Frolic Footwear Factory
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Board of Scientific Advisors of Muzak chairman and industrial psychologist Dr. James Keenan visits the Frolic Footwear Factory in Jonesboro. He speaks with a KAIT8 reporter on how sounds and music can make people more productive.
Date: 1976
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Hospital Spokesperson Expresses Concerns Over Second Hospital Opening
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A spokesperson for the Newport Hospital expresses his concerns about a second hospital opening, stating prices would increase for patients and the quality of care may decrease.
Date: 1976
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Ebony Club Hosts a Fashion Affair Runway
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The Ebony Club hosts a Fashion Affair Runway.
Date: 1976
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State Trooper Oldham Is Named Police Officer of the Year
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Arkansas State Trooper Daniel Oldham is named the Exchange Club of Jonesboro's Police Officer of the Year.
Date: 1976
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Air Illinois to Begin Service in Jonesboro
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Air Illinois will begin to offer commercial air service to Jonesboro. Air Illinois President Gene Dzendolet speaks with a KAIT8 reporter on why they decided to have stops in Jonesboro.
Date: 1976
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Students Perform at Regional Band Clinic
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Numerous students perform at a regional band clinic.
Date: 1976
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White River Regional Medical Center Opens Soon
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People examine the White River Regional Medical Center during its dedication ceremony in Batesville. A spokesperson states the medical center will be able to accept patients January 31st.
Date: 1976
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County Judge Clark Will Not Seek Reelection
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KAIT8 reporter Paul Holmes reports that Craighead County Judge Bill Clark has announced he will not seek reelection. Holmes talks about the possible reasons why Clark made his decision.
Date: 1976
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Post Offices Remove Copy Machines
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Post offices remove copy machines for patron use, leading to numerous complaints. KAIT8 reporter Kathy Miller states the high number of complaints will force Congress to take another look at the issue.
Date: 1976
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Ruggers Comments on New HEW Hiring Requirements
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Bill Ruggers comments on the new diversity guidelines implemented into the hiring process by Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW).
Date: 1976
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ArkMo Attends PSC Hearing
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Arkansas-Missouri Power Company (ArkMo) attends a Public Service Commission (PSC) hearing in Blytheville.
Date: 1976
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Hendrix States His Intention to Campaign for County Sheriff
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Suspended Jonesboro Police Detective Larry Hendrix states his intentions to run for Craighead County Sheriff despite his initial plan to wait until after his trial.
Date: 1976
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Jack Lamneck Reports on the Condition of Marine Protein Fish Farm
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KAIT8 Reporter Jack Lamneck reports on how hundreds of pounds of fish are dying every day in the fish farm operated by Marine Protein Corp. near Mammoth Spring. An employee explains what they are trying to do to feed the fish and why they cannot release them into the river.
Date: 1976
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Hartgraves Escorted to U.S. Marshal's Car
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Robert H. Hartgraves is escorted by Deputy U.S. Marshals Robert Peevey and Bob Powell to their car after pleading guilty to conspiracy to rob a local branch bank.
Date: 1976
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Man Expresses the Need Firefighting Equipment
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A man expresses the need for firefighting equipment for the area, explaining how they were unable to prevent some homes from burning down. There is also footage of what the proposed Rural Fire System for Clay County would look like.
Date: 1976
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HEW Representatives Visit
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Representatives of the Health Education Welfare (HEW) visit the area.
Date: 1976
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State Attorney General Tucker Gives Speech to Trumann Chamber of Commerce
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Arkansas State Attorney General Jim Guy Tucker gives a speech at the Annual Banquet and Ladies Night of the Trumann Chamber of Commerce on renewing confidence in oneself and in one's history.
Date: 1976
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Mayor Stallings Honors Aubrey Scott, Jr.'s Service to Jonesboro
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Jonesboro Mayor Neil Stallings presents Aubrey Scott, Jr. a plaque honoring his dedicated service as chairman of the Jonesboro Metropolitan Area Planning Commission.
Date: 1976
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MCCC President Smith Speaks to Blytheville Chamber of Commerce
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Mississippi County Community College (MCCC) President Harry V. Smith speaks to the Blytheville Chamber of Commerce concerning the location of the college.
Date: 1976
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U.S. Army Soldier Awarded Meritorious Service Medal
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U.S. Army soldier is awarded the Meritorious Service Medal.
Date: 1976
