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Audit Says EAPDD Misused Funds
Little Rock, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 15, 2024 – A Jonesboro based non-profit organization allegedly spent funds for improper reasons and approved a small business loan to a company that was never repaid. According to a story in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette legislative auditors conducted a review...
Accused rapist claims he was “over-excited and did not stop”
BATESVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - Investigators said a Batesville man accused of raping a child told them he got “over-excited.”. Independence County District Court Judge Chaney Taylor found probable cause Thursday, July 11, to charge 40-year-old Christopher Robert Meyer with one count of rape, a Class Y felony. According to...
Suspects Sought in Jonesboro Pizza Robbery
JONESBORO, Ark. – Two suspects are listed in a police report released today that detailed the robbery of a pizza delivery driver in Jonesboro. It happened around 11:08 PM on Friday, July 12, 2024 at the 2500-block of Bonnie Jean Pl. Two suspects are alleged to have robbed a 24-year-old female delivery driver employed by Pizza Hut.
Police Catch Car Break-in Suspect in Jonesboro
JONESBORO, Ark. – Authorities tracked down a vehicle break-in suspect last week in Jonesboro. On July 10, 2024, officers from the Jonesboro Police Department were notified of multiple suspects walking through a neighborhood and attempting to open car doors, according to the probable cause affidavit. Officers arrived and began searching for the suspects. Police spoke to a witness who said he had seen the suspects opening car doors. The witness gave a direction of travel.
BPD officers, BFD team recognized at Batesville City Council meeting
During the July 9 Batesville City Council meeting, special presentations were given to officers while city officials discussed ongoing public works projects and expenses. Batesville City Police Chief John Scarbrough reported on the department’s recent activities, noting calls for service increased by 50, with eight more accidents and 12 more incident reports than the previous month. Scarbrough attributed much of the increase to the officers’ proactive work, praising their dedication and hard work.
Wynne High School early site package bids to be accepted Aug. 1
WYNNE — Sealed bids for the Wynne High School early site package will be accepted on Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Nabholz Construction Services Office in Jonesboro. Sealed bids will be placed under review at that time. Bids received after that time will be returned to the bidder unopened.
Extras excited to see their community on the big screen after filming in Van Buren
VAN BUREN, Ark. — Main Street in Van Buren was briefly closed for the film production of "Broken Trail." "Our merchants are so excited about the filming of this movie," the Old Town Merchants Association said on their Facebook. "Broken Trail" — directed and written by Johnny Remo and...
Two College of Pharmacy Alumni Receive National Leadership Awards
July 15, 2024 | The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) recently recognized two UAMS College of Pharmacy alumni, Brenda McCrady, P.D., COP ’86, and Lenora Newsome, P.D., COP ’80, with awards for leadership. “Brenda’s dedication and service to the people of Arkansas and contributions to NABP...
Big Diamond comedy festival, featuring nationally known acts, set for October debut
The first time Raj Suresh booked fellow comedian Sam Tallent for a show, it was for a small crowd at a local brewery. The gig paid about $75, and Tallent slept on Suresh’s couch after the gig. But the show left Suresh convinced that Tallent would turn into a...
USACE to begin Millwood Lake drawdown
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — ASHDOWN, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District will begin lowering Millwood Lake on July 15, 2024, to improve shoreline vegetation and promote sediment compaction. The drawdown will expose an extensive area of shoreline for re-vegetation to allow the planting...
Mayor Scott pushes for sales tax increase to fund Little Rock projects
Little Rock, Arkansas – Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott Jr. has been actively engaging the community with educational sessions about his proposed sales tax increase since his State of the City address in February. As summer progresses, he’s gearing up to present this initiative to voters once more, hoping for a different outcome than the unsuccessful attempt in 2021.
Tyler Spencer tabbed as new cross-country coach for Stuttgart
A relatively new sport to Stuttgart is junior high and senior high cross country. Brought to the Grand Prairie by Allison Handy four years ago, cross country has grown in popularity each season. Stuttgart’s Athletic Director Josh Price tabbed Tyler Spencer as the new cross-country coach for the upcoming 2024...
Hope police issue warrant for 19-year-old after shooting incident
HOPE (KATV) — Hope Police Officers responded to a call at the 400 block of South Elm reporting a male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Upon arrival, the officers discovered the victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was taken to a hospital for...
Morton to not run for Fort Smith Board reelection
Fort Smith City Director Lavon Morton said Monday (July 15) will not seek reelection to the Ward 2 Board of Directors seat he holds. Morton was first appointed to the position in April 2019, and was elected in 2020. He was up for election to the position in 2020, but...
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