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Diamonds Are AY’s Best Friend
Ron Robinson Theatre in Little Rock was the setting for the Diamond Journalism Awards July 24. The annual awards event, which recognizes the best in print, broadcast and online journalism in Arkansas and six bordering states, is held annually by the Society of Professional Journalists – Arkansas Chapter. AY...
Conway Police Department make arrest in early morning shooting outside of bar
CONWAY (KATV) — Conway Police responded to a disturbance outside Kings Live Music around 1:45 a.m. on July 26. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man shot in the chest and a car fleeing the scene. Officers located the vehicle and identified the suspect as 21-year-old Keyonte Banks. Banks was...
Little Rock Weekend Guide: July 25-28
From wine flights to 5Ks to foodie festivals, there’s a little bit of everything this weekend. Let’s get into it. National Wine & Cheese Day at BCW // Yes, there are plenty of places to celebrate this esteemed holiday, but where better than a restaurant where those very items are two-thirds of its name? The SoMa spot is marking the day with discounts on cheese boards, wine flights, fondue and sommelier-selected sips. Specials last all day from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Learn more here.
Blytheville optometrist youngest recipient of national optometry award
BLYTHEVILLE, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release)--The American Optometric Association (AOA) recently recognized Matt Jones, O.D., of Blytheville, as the organization’s 2024 Optometrist of the Year. AOA cited the tireless advocacy work Dr. Jones has led in Arkansas to expand access of care to patients throughout the state by allowing optometrists...
Harrisburg School Board to limit book sales at annual Scholastic Book Fair amid rise in challenges
HARRISBURG, Arkansas — With the rise of book challenges across the country, the Harrisburg School Board has agreed to limit the sale of books during the high school’s annual Scholastic Book Fair this fall. Board members voted last month to accept a recommendation from the district’s book review...
Paris, Arkansas celebrates 2024 Olympics
PARIS, Ark. (KAIT/KARK) - While many are in Paris, France celebrating the 2024 Summer Olympics, people in Paris, Ark. are having their share of fun as well. For the full story, visit KARK-TV’s website. To report a typo or correction, please click here.
Multitude of drugs results in $75,000 bond
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 26, 2024 – A 33-year-old Jonesboro man has been charged with multiple drug-related felonies after he was arrested with several different drugs on him. JPD officers approached Joshua Walker outside the Race Street Market. When he saw them, he ran away....
Ag for Autism Community Fest coming to ASU Activity Center
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A nonprofit is holding an event where there will be fun and games for families with autistic children, all for a purpose. Ag for Autism is hosting its community fest on Saturday, July 27, at the Student Activity Center on the Arkansas State University-Jonesboro campus. The...
Dillard’s offers “Style a Student” program
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 26, 2024 – The Arkansas Department of Human Services has partnered with Dillard’s here in Jonesboro to provide back to school outfits for students in our community. July 27th through August 11th you can stop by the Dillard’s children’s department...
Mountain Home City Pool to host Flick N’ Float event July 27
The Mountain Home City Pool will host a Flick N’ Float event Saturday night from 7 to 10 at the City Pool in celebration of National Parks and Recreation Month. The movie Under the Boardwalk will be shown around 8:15. Noodles, life-jackets and puddle jumpers will be the only flotation devices allowed upon entry and the diving board and deep end will be closed off to swimmers. The Pool Concession Stand will be closed, however, First Aid Sweet Treats Food Truck will be on location.
MHPD warns of Facebook rental scam
The Mountain Home Police Department is warning the public of another scam. The latest concerns property that is falsely being presented for rent on social media. Lieutenant Mike Day of the department’s Criminal Investigation Division says a victim made a report on Monday of being scammed, and she was not the first to fall prey.
Musselman Has This Advantage over Calipari In Battle for JJ Andrews
Barring a meeting in the NCAA Tournament, Eric Musselman and John Calipari likely won’t square off in an actual game this coming season. Instead, we’ll have to settle for a different kind of Arkansas vs USC matchup. Even though the former and current Arkansas basketball coaches are no...
Arkansas restaurant opening in honor of ‘Say’ McIntosh
Robert “Say” McIntosh, a renowned civil rights activist and restaurateur, leaves behind a lasting legacy through his grandsons, Robby and Chris McIntosh. The brothers are reinvigorating the memory of their grandfather by opening the Say McIntosh Restaurant on Colonel Glenn Road in Little Rock. As they continue to...
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