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Two US primes form teaming agreement in solid rocket motors
A strategic teaming agreement was signed between Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, two leading US defence industrial primes, according to a statement made on 13 August 2024. The new agreement for the production of solid rocket motors is intended to bring security and resiliency to a...
29-year-old walk-on running with Arkansas' first time in fall practice
Monte Harrison is a 29-year-old former Major League Baseball player that joins the Arkansas Razorbacks in 2024 as a walk-on wide receiver. Harrison was a four-star recruit in 2014 out of Lee Summit’s West High School that had signed with the Nebraska Cornhuskers out of high school to play football. 247 Sports’ Michael Bruntz covered Harrison’s recruitment and said he was the “best pure athlete I’ve ever seen.”
Little Rock's Conversation Circle aims to engage in hard hitting topics on August 16
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A group started by founders Drekkia Writes and Tim Campbell will be hosting an event centered around community and conversations this Friday on August 16. For every event, a new topic is addressed, and this upcoming event theme will be Women, Wealth, and Wisdom. Women...
Four Arkansas organizations receive grant funding to combat food deserts
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, alongside leadership from the state health department on Wednesday, announced four organizations would receive up to $10,000 each as part of an inaugural “food desert elimination grant.” All 75 counties in Arkansas have at least one food desert, which means residents have to travel more than one mile to obtain fresh, […]
First Veteran in Arkansas to receive free roof from national program
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — One U.S. Army veteran in Benton has received a new roof as part of the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project. Thomas Trantham was selected as a recipient through Purple Heart Homes. He is the first in the state to receive a new roof through this program, a nationwide effort to support veterans and their families.
Burn bans in effect in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — As August continues to heat up in the Natural State, long stretches without rainfall have created dry and hazardous conditions in some counties. Officials have started placing burn bans in effect for the time being. Outdoor burning may be permitted under special circumstances only and with a written permit from the local office of emergency management.
Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office ID body found in car, says case is no longer a homicide investigation
Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office officials said a death investigation that started after a body was found in a car earlier this month is no longer being considered a homicide case.
West Memphis teacher arrested after physical altercation with student at junior high, police say
West Memphis, Ark. - A teacher with the West Memphis School District (WMSD) was arrested after a physical altercation with a student at Wonder Jr. High School, according to the West Memphis Police Department. Police said that Kenneth Cauley was arrested after a review of video footage showed that he...
Who Is 107.9 KISS FM (WJKS-FM) – Jacksonville
In our world filled with digital options, how does 107.9 KISS FM win hearts in Jacksonville? Known as WJKS-FM, this station shines by playing today’s hits and featuring lively DJs. It’s not just another station; it’s a key player in the world of radio. Even as people...
Noah Richmond to play Weekend Starts Friday
Local musician and songwriter Noah Richmond will play the city’s upcoming Weekend Starts in the Ramble series show on Friday evening. Richmond will perform as part of the weekly series, set for 5-7 p.m. along the trail in the Lower Ramble area. In addition to the music, local artist...
Notebook: Thomas on Lombardi Watch List, notes
Arkansas State junior offensive tackle Makilan Thomas has been named to the Watch List for the Lombardi Award, which goes to the outstanding college football lineman in the country. He has also been named to the Outland Trophy watch list for the best interior lineman. While making second-team All-Sun Belt,...
World Champion Squirrel Cook Off coming to Arkansas this September
ROGERS (KATV) — The World Champion Squirrel Cook-Off is coming to Springdale next month. The family-friendly extravaganza is returning after a three-year hiatus caused by COVID-19. Festivities will kick off at the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission's J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center at 9 a.m....
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