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U.S. News Names UAMS a Best Medical School for Primary Care, Rural Practice
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) continues to climb U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Medical Schools. The magazine’s annual ranking of medical and osteopathic schools across the country was released today, showing that for 2024, UAMS ranked fourth nationally for primary care education, ninth for the most graduates practicing in health professional shortage areas and 11th nationally for graduates practicing in rural areas.
Deputy fired and charged after fatal shooting of Sonya Massey in her home
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Sonya Massey was shot and killed inside her home earlier this month by deputy, Sean Grayson, who responded to her 911 call about a possible intruder at her home. Jefferson County Sheriff, Lafayette Woods, is a friend of Massey's father -James Wilburn - who is...
Redfield Police Department captures suspect connected to vehicle theft
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Update -- The suspect has been captured by the Redfield Police Department. According to RPD, the Sheridan Police Department provided assistance which included a drone to complete the day-long search. Original -- According to the Redfield Police Department, a man identified as a white male...
Sanctuary Provides Sanctuary for Those Escaping Domestic Violence
It's a "domestic violence shelter and outreach program," according to Haylea Roberson. She got into the organization after applying for a job with it close to December. It serves Boone, Marion, Carroll, Newton and Madison counties. Roberson also helps advocate for people coming to Sanctuary in court. The organization helps...
CARTI expands Conway presence with new treatment location
CARTI announced it is expanding its footprint with a second treatment location in Faulkner County. The CARTI Clinic in Conway, overseen by Taylor Moore, M.D., a board-certified urologist, and Christie Dumboski, APRN, a urology-focused nurse practitioner, offers care to patients facing urologic conditions and related issues. The new facility at...
Family wins more than $60K in lawsuit against former Huntsville School Resource Officer
A federal jury ruled in favor of former student Justin Freeman in the civil trial against a former School Resource Officer Lynn Whittle, who used excessive force against Freeman.
Morrilton Chamber planning to hold car show, night golf tourney this fall
As the Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce continues to prepare for some its traditional activities, like the annual teacher appreciation lunches and upcoming ribbon cuttings to celebrate new members, the organization is also planning a few new events that will be held this fall that leaders hope the entire community will be able to enjoy. One of the new events is a downtown car show that will be held Friday, September 27th. Chamber President Donnie Crain says that show and shine event will be held in conjunction with the annual Fall Swap Meet and Car Show on Petit Jean Mountain that same week...
Quorum court approves courthouse repair funds
OSCEOLA, Ark. (KAIT) - Mississippi County held a quorum court meeting on Tuesday, July 23 at 6 p.m. The main topic was repairs to the interior of the Osceola courthouse. About $3 million has already been used to repair the exterior of the building but now the attention shifts to the inside of the building which desperately needs repairs to the electrical, heat and cooling systems and other maintenance.
HDC grants pillar removal and garage demolition
The Historic District Commission had postponed a decision on two projects at its July 3 meeting. Last week, the HDC approved both those projects. At 42 Prospect Ave., Keith Scales and Rebecca Becker had asked to remove failing stone pillars on the front porch. Scales proposed replacing them with tapered wooden columns, in keeping with the Craftsman style of the house. Commissioners said the house had an overall Victorian style, with round columns on the other faces of the house. They also had serious concerns about losing the property’s contributing status.
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: Only a Small Rain Chance Today; Much Higher Tomorrow
It will be mostly cloudy, warm and muggy today. Southeast Arkansas has a 60-80% chance of rain whereas Central, West, and North Arkansas will only have a 20% chance of rain. Rain showers will be possible this afternoon with a high temperature of 88° in Little Rock. With a...
Arkansas State Police Officer-Involved Shooting on I-30 With One Injured
On Monday night, July 22, 2024, an Indiana man was hurt following a chase and shootout with Arkansas State Police Troopers. The incident began around 10:10 p.m. on Interstate 30, near the Hempstead/Nevada County line. Troopers were pursuing a suspect driving eastbound on I-30. As the chase neared the 36-mile...
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