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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) recognized as top hospital by U.S. News and World Report for 2024-2025
Little Rock, Arkansas – The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has been honored as a 2024-2025 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. In the latest annual Best Hospitals edition, UAMS was recognized as the Best Hospital in the Little Rock metropolitan area, sharing the distinction with Baptist Health Medical Center.
Jerry Jones in federal court for case against woman claiming to be his daughter
TEXARKANA — Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones arrived at a federal court in Texarkana Monday morning for a paternity case he has been fighting for the last two years. Jones countersued Alexandra Davis for breach of contract after she publicly claimed he was her father. The settlement contract was with her mother, Cynthia Davis, going back to the late 1990s.The trial will be centered around Jones' counterclaim."[Jones] knows he's the father. Now he's being vindictive because his 'real family' has been hurt," said Jay Gray, Alexandra Davis' attorney. "Mr. Jones is a bully, and he's bullying his daughter in this lawsuit....
New Dollar General Market now open in Mabelvale
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Mabelvale recently opened its doors to a new Dollar General (DG) Market at 14011 N Sardis Rd., bringing an expanded selection of fresh meats, fruits, and vegetables to the community. To commemorate the grand opening, the company plans to donate 100 new books to a...
Police investigating homicide on Fairview Street in Conway
CONWAY, Ark. — Conway police are investigating after locating a deceased individual at a residence on Fairview Street on the morning of July 22. The victim was identified as 34-year-old Israel Damont Credit Jr., and the death is being investigated as a homicide. Anyone with information about this case...
Power restored for 1,000+ people in Jonesboro
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Power has been restored for one part of Jonesboro. According to City Water and Light’s outage map, around 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, there were 1,088 people without power in the area surrounding the intersection of Harrisburg Road and Red Wolf Boulevard. The outages...
Baptist Health Community Outreach to host free immunization clinics for back-to-school
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — With the return to school just on the horizon, it is important that all are up to date on immunizations required by state law. To ensure these immunizations are available to all, Baptist Health Community Outreach is hosting multiple opportunities for free back-to-school shots. Immunizations...
Police identify suspect who caused hours-long Mercy lockdown
FORT SMITH, Ark. — According to Fort Smith police, the intruder who caused an hours-long lockdown at Mercy Hospital on Monday, July 22, is now in custody. The man, identified as 34-year-old John West, was found hiding "in a small box" in the corner of an educational room in the hospital at around 1:30 p.m., according to the release.
Washington County Marriage Licenses – Arkansas
Washington County issues marriage licenses through the County Clerk’s office. To obtain one, you must visit their office at 280 N. College Ste 300 in Fayetteville between 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. Monday through Friday. The license costs .00 in cash only. Payment methods such as checks or credit cards are not accepted.
Double meth arrest in Jonesboro on Sunday
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 22, 2024 – Jonesboro Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Sunday afternoon near the intersection of Burke and Culberhouse. Both occupants of the vehicle were reportedly not wearing a seatbelt and were found to be on probation. After...
Tyson Foods financial recovery: Turning the tide in 2024
ARKANSAS, USA — The financial recovery of Tyson Foods seems well on its way. The food-producing company in Springdale had a well-documented and forgettable year in 2023, reporting an income loss of $648 million. Tyson Foods reported three negative quarters to end fiscal 2023, the company’s first quarterly losses since 2009.
22 Jul 2024 UACCM announces campus advancement, development changes
MORRILTON — The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) has named new leadership in key areas of campus advancement and development. Shelby Beck has been named Chancellor’s Executive Assistant, Lauren Bryan has been named Development Officer, and Matthew Emery has been named Associate Director of Marketing and Public Relations.
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New ATU Scholarship Reflects Life of Namesake
When Kenny Newth’s family looked back on his life and wanted to memorialize it in a meaningful way, their minds went to a sport and a university that he loved. The Kenny Newth Endowed Baseball Scholarship will benefit an Arkansas Tech University baseball player each year. The scholarship was...
Catholic church in Hartford continues to get vandalized
HARTFORD, ARKANSAS, Ark. — Over the last few weeks St. Leo's Church in Sebastian County has been vandalized three different times. Parishioner Guy Dickinson said he found the first damage a few weeks ago. "I came up on Saturday, a couple of weeks ago ... When I pulled in,...
Calipari, Arkansas extend first in-state Class of 2026 offer to 5-star JaShawn “JJ” Andrews
LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas head coach John Calipari has offered a scholarship to in-state class of 2026 5-star prospect JaShawn “JJ” Andrews. Andrews announced his new Hoop Hogs offer — or re-offer given he held an offer from the previous UA coaching staff — via social media on Monday, citing a “great conversation” with Calipari and associate head coach Chin Coleman.
Pulaski County sheriffs investigate shooting that left one injured
ARKANSAS, USA — The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office is investigating an incident that left one person injured on Monday. According to reports, deputies were called to the 300 block of Wooten Road. Once they arrived at the scene they found a male who was suffering from at least one gunshot wound.
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