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Congressman Crawford calls for greater accountability in U.S. Postal Service
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A U.S. Congressman from East Arkansas says there needs to be more accountability within the U.S. Postal Service, especially with the latest increase making the prices of a single stamp 73 cents. First District Congressman Rick Crawford says some resident in East Arkansas are receiving their mail up to three weeks after it was sent, or having their mail arrive at its destination almost a month from the time it was mailed.
UAMS Team Members Take to the Backroads to Provide Medical Support for Arkansas Graveler
July 15, 2024 | Six University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) team members recently spent a week traveling rural Arkansas backroads to provide medical coverage for the Ozark Foundation’s Arkansas Graveler event. The Arkansas Graveler is a multiday, 350-mile gravel cycling festival that takes place across rural Arkansas....
Transcript: Sen. Tom Cotton on "Face the Nation," July 14, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Sen. Tom Cotton, Republican of Arkansas, on "Face the Nation" that aired on July 14, 2024.MARGARET BRENNAN: And we're back now with Arkansas Republican Senator Tom Cotton. Senator, thank you for joining us. And it is a difficult morning for many people waking up to this news. I wonder what your message is to Americans in this moment.SEN. TOM COTTON: Well, it's a difficult day for Americans, Margaret. I want to join President Trump and express- expressing my gratitude for the Secret Service agents and law enforcement officers who acted so...
Sherwood police searching for missing woman
SHERWOOD, Ark. — Sherwood police are searching for a woman who was reported missing on July 15. 35-year-old Halie Renee Quails has blonde hair, blue eyes, a height of 5'6", and a weight of 120. She was reported missing by her mother, who stated she hadn't spoken to Halie since April.
Arkansas' first Smalls Sliders coming to Jonesboro
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The first Smalls Sliders in Arkansas is coming to Jonesboro. Haag Brown Commercial Real Estate and Development announced Tuesday that the new restaurant will be located at 2807 Red Wolf Blvd. “It was a lot of fun getting to work with the Smalls’ group on their...
Pine Bluff paper mill is to be sold in $110M deal
Pactiv Evergreen Inc. has announced that it has signed an agreement to sell its Pine Bluff paper mill and Waynesville, N.C., extrusion facility to global paper and pulp producer Suzano S.A., a Brazilian company, for $110 million in cash, according to a news release posted on the Pactiv Evergreen site.
15 Jul 2024 Seis Puentes Hispanic Outreach in NLR announces ribbon cutting
North Little Rock — Seis Puentes Hispanic Outreach invites the community to the Grand Opening and ribbon cutting of their new building at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31. The new building is located at 3207 MacArthur Drive in the Levy neighborhood. The new location was selected because the...
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.
Sherwood man shines in the world of opera, shares advice for Arkansas aspiring artists
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A man from Sherwood is making a name for himself in the world of opera. Darren Lekeith Drone has performed all over the world, but he is an Arkansan through and through. Channel 7's Cassandra Webb spoke with Drone about his inspiration and the importance...
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...
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.
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...
Taekwondo Black Belt instructor to lead women’s self-defense class at The ARTSpace on Main in Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, Arkansas – The ARTSpace on Main in Pine Bluff is hosting a women’s self-defense class led by Taekwondo Black Belt instructor Florence “FloEssence” Love. The class is scheduled for Saturday, July 20, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at 623 S. Main St. This engaging...
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