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Pine Bluff hires company to revitalize its economy
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — The City of Pine Bluff has been working to revitalize some businesses with hopes of being able to draw more people in. That's been the goal for a while, but now the city is calling for outside help and leaders hope that a new partnership could help bring new developments.
Adopt a pet that handles unwanted pests
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - If you have a rodent problem at your rural home or business, a new pet could be a fix. Working cats are now available for adoption at the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society. Adoption fees are reduced to $50 since the cats work for their room and board.
Quick Response By Hoxie Officer Saves Woman’s Life
On Monday evening the quick thinking of a dispatcher and the quick response of an officer saved a woman’s life. Lawrence County Dispatch received a 911 call from the residence reporting a carbon monoxide tester going off, while on the phone with dispatchers the phone line went silent. As...
New librarian creates a cozy summer program for kids
TRUMANN, Ark. (KAIT) - A city’s new librarian created a cozy corner for kids to keep them reading on summer break. It’s a free way to keep the kids entertained, educated, and out of the heat. A new program at the Trumann Public Library called the Children’s Corner features afternoon story times, coloring contests, music, and more.
Sherwood woman to celebrate 100th birthday
SHERWOOD, Ark. — (Eds. note: Para ver esta historia en Español, clic aquí). One Arkansas woman is set to celebrate her 100th birthday in just a few weeks and she's inviting friends, family, and community members to join her in celebrating the big day. Amy Barnes Sanders...
Road back open following crash with injury
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A Jonesboro road is back open after a vehicle crash with injury Monday afternoon. According to Wade Shapp with the Real Time Intelligence Center, the crash was reported shortly before 4:30 p.m. on Monday, July 15, on 111 East Highland Drive near McDonald’s in the eastbound lane.
Terracon Acquires Little Rock-based Harbor Environmental, Adds 38 Employees
Olathe-based Terracon announced its acquisition of Arkansas-based Harbor Environmental, Inc., to continue expanding its services to the Southeastern region. Effective immediately, Harbor’s 38 employees will join Terracon and the firm will continue to be headquartered locally as Harbor Environmental, A Terracon Company, according to a release Monday. Terracon assured the transition will be seamless for clients and will continue to work with the same Harbor teams.
ASCS Penalizes Brady Baker for Failing Fuel Test at Batesville
(July 15, 2024) — The American Sprint Car Series announced Monday that Brad Baker has been fined due to failing a fuel test following the ASCS National Tour event on June 22nd, 2024 at Batesville Motor Speedway. After failing a fuel test at conducted in the ASCS Command Center...
‘College Football 25’ Video Game Sparks Real-Life Beef As Conference Rivals Exchange Savage Jabs
College Football 25 is the most highly-anticipated sports video game of all-time and its impact is already stretching far beyond the screens on which it is played. Players are actively beefing over their ratings in the game and how they would translate to real life. It resulted in a truly savage exchange between Sun Belt […] The post ‘College Football 25’ Video Game Sparks Real-Life Beef As Conference Rivals Exchange Savage Jabs appeared first on BroBible.
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.
Judge Talley will hear criminal docket on Thursday
A preliminary docket for Columbia County Circuit Court Criminal Division has been released by the office of Circuit Judge David W. Talley Jr. Court will be held Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 9 a.m. in the courtroom at the Columbia County Criminal Detention Facility in Magnolia. Those defendants scheduled to...
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