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ROH on HonorClub results (7/18): Robinson’s review of Diamante vs. Leyla Hirsch in a lights out match, Queen Aminata vs. Mackenzie Morgan, Katsuyori Shibata vs. Evil Uno
Ring of Honor on HonorClub (Episode 73) Taped July 17, 2024 in North Little Rock, Arkansas at Simmons Bank Arena. Ian Riccaboni and Caprice Coleman were on commentary, and Bobby Cruise was the ring announcer…. *Unless otherwise noted, all matches started and ended with the Code of Honor handshake…. The...
‘Died on the Clock’: Family Challenges USPS Response to Death of Postal Service Employee Who Died from Possible Heat Stroke While Working In Back of Hot Truck
The family of a North Carolina postal service worker who died after working under intense heat is taking the United States Postal Service to task […] ‘Died on the Clock’: Family Challenges USPS Response to Death of Postal Service Employee Who Died from Possible Heat Stroke While Working In Back of Hot Truck
An Arkansas man and another individual each receive a 16-year sentence for leading a large-scale drug ring
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Authorities have sentenced two leaders of a major methamphetamine operation to 16 years and 8 months each in federal prison, plus five years of supervised release. Adan Mendoza, 36, from Dallas, Texas, received his sentence on July 19. Brian I. Wilson, 37, from Little Rock,...
Rice disease training bolsters identification and control techniques for growers, consultants
STUTTGART, Ark. — More than 40 growers, consultants and other agriculture industry professionals received in-depth training on identifying and controlling various diseases commonly found in rice last week at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture’s Rice Research and Extension Center. With between 1.2 million and 1.5...
Tenant gives landlord fake check for Rent
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 19, 2024 – A 59-year-old Jonesboro man filed a report with JPD this week regarding a Forgery. The subject is a landlord at a local apartment complex and had possession of a check from one of his tenants for their last month’s rent. The check was written by the Jonesboro Urban Renewal Housing Authority.
Commitment date set for five-star Arkansas target
Five-star point guard Darius Acuff Jr. has set a commitment date for July 26, and the Arkansas Razorbacks are one of three finalists for the highly-touted prospect. Acuff, the No. 9 player nationally in the class of 2025 out of IMG Academy in Florida, made the announcement on his Instagram page. Kansas and Michigan are the other finalists for his services. Originally hailing from Detroit, Michigan, Acuff is viewed as a potential one-and-done prospect when he gets to campus. As a member of the FIBA U18 Team representing the United States, Acuff started all six games and collected MVP and...
Arkansas Symphony to Open New Home in September with Community Events, Concerts, Dance Party
In Thursday’s (7/18) Talk Business and Politics (Little Rock, Arkansas), a staff-written report states, “The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra (ASO) will celebrate the grand opening of the Stella Boyle Smith Music Center with a three-day community celebration Sept. 13-15, 2024. The state-of-the-art, $11.75 million facility will be the first permanent home for the ASO in its 59-year history. The weekend festivities will begin with a private event on Friday, Sept. 13, honoring donors. On Saturday, the ASO will open its doors for a full day of public celebration, kicking off with a morning parade from the Riverfront Amphitheater through downtown Little Rock to the music center, near the Clinton Presidential Library … ‘This grand opening weekend will be a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates every type of music—a perfect way to debut this radically welcoming hub of musical activity for all Arkansans,’ said ASO CEO Christina Littlejohn.” Geoffrey Robson is the orchestra’s music director. “The Saturday celebration highlight will be performances in Morgan Hall, where ASO musicians will play publicly in the new space for the first time. There will be family-friendly activities, building tours and food trucks … Saturday evening will feature a free dance party in Morgan Hall … The weekend will conclude with … the inaugural ASO Youth Orchestra rehearsals in the new center.”
Cross County School Board to discuss policy changes, curriculum plans on Monday
CHERRY VALLEY — The Cross County School Board will consider revisions to the student handbook and other policy changes at its meeting on Monday night. Board members will vote on changes to the student handbook ahead of the 2024-2025 school year and summer policy updates from the Arkansas School Boards Association.
July Party Pics Now Online
The July issue of Little Rock Soirée is on newsstands, and you know what that means: There’s a fresh batch of event photos to peruse. As always, each edition’s Party Pics are posted right here on littlerocksoiree.com, and the latest photos from the new issue are now online.
Thomas Smith joins Community First Trust as general counsel of Trust & Wealth Management
Community First Trust (CFT) has appointed Thomas Smith as general counsel of Trust & Wealth Management. Based in Hot Springs, Smith will serve all of CFT, including locations in Hot Springs Village, Little Rock, El Dorado, Magnolia and Texarkana. In his role, Smith will serve as in-house counsel for CFT....
Arkansas picked to finish 14th in SEC preseason media poll
DALLAS — Arkansas was picked to finish 14th in the SEC in the preseason media poll, which the conference released Friday. The Razorbacks are coming off a 4-8 season, with five of those losses coming by seven points or less. Defensive lineman Landon Jackson said the predictions are all noise.
Stuttgart officials attempt to address resident concerns over underground gas tanks, but find no resolution
The City of Stuttgart has left no stone unturned in its effort to assist residents concerned about underground gas tanks being installed near a neighborhood on Park Avenue. Several concerned citizens attended the Stuttgart City Council meeting on Tuesday night, requesting the city block the installation of underground gas tanks close to a residence.
Stuttgart Ricemen capture Junior American Legion State Championship with thrilling 7-6 victory over Cabot
Stuttgart scored three runs in the bottom of the sixth inning and stranded the bases loaded in the top of the seventh to claim the 2024 Junior (17U) American Legion State Championship over Cabot on Thursday night. Played at Hot Springs’ Majestic Park, the Ricemen mowed down their competitors this...
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