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Steven Baker named executive director of Clinton National Airport
The Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission appointed Steven C. Baker as the new executive director of Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT), effective Aug. 6. The airport commission unanimously approved Baker’s hiring last month, and his contract has been finalized with an annual base salary of $275,000 plus benefits, according to a press release shared Friday (July 12).
Tyler Spencer tabbed as new cross-country coach for Stuttgart
A relatively new sport to Stuttgart is junior high and senior high cross country. Brought to the Grand Prairie by Allison Handy four years ago, cross country has grown in popularity each season. Stuttgart’s Athletic Director Josh Price tabbed Tyler Spencer as the new cross-country coach for the upcoming 2024...
State auditors confirm criminal investigation into Augusta’s alleged financial mismanagement
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — State auditors have confirmed an active and open criminal investigation of the City of Augusta in Woodruff County for alleged financial mismanagement. A special prosecutor is currently working with the Arkansas State Police after a legislative audit found the city offered no-bid contracts, adjusted or...
Daily Newscast for Monday, July 15, 2024
Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Monday, July 15, 2024. - State leaders share condolences and thoughts following the attempted assassination of Former President Donald Trump. - Arkansas Department of Agriculture Secretary Wes Ward speaks about the state water infrastructure, following...
Menifee officials to consider selling water system to CCRWDD
Menifee Officials Weigh Selling Water System to CCRWDD. The agenda is set for a pivotal decision as Menifee officials gear up to discuss the potential sale of the Menifee Waterworks System to Conway County Regional Water Distribution District (CCRWDD). This move has significant implications for the city’s water infrastructure and services.
Pine Bluff community rallies against gun violence, honors victims with bell ceremony
PINE BLUFF (KATV) — Members of the Pine Bluff Faith Community Coalition Ministerial Alliance and other community members came together in Pine Bluff on Monday to rally against gun violence. The event was to honor families that lost loved ones to gun violence. At noon, you could hear bells...
Col. Nash to receive 2024 Jack White Leadership Award
Col. Andrew “Gus” Nash, the U.S. Air Force officer who led early basing actions with the foreign pilot training center in Fort Smith, will receive the Jack White Leadership Award from the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce, the chamber announced Monday (July 15). The award has since...
‘Yeah, I stabbed him’: Fayetteville man admits to police he stabbed his cousin
Fayetteville police officers met with a stabbing victim at a local emergency room and later arrested a man who admitted to the crime on July 14, according to a preliminary report.
Don Toliver bringing The Psycho Tour to Arkansas this fall
ROGERS, Ark. — Don Toliver is bringing The Psycho Tour with TeezoTouchdown and Monale to Rogers on Oct. 24. The concert will be at the Walmart AMP, with gates opening at 6 p.m. and music starting at 7:30 p.m. A pre-sale for Citi cardholders will be available on Tuesday,...
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...
NCAA Basketball Recruiting: 7 early teams to watch for No. 1 class of 2026 forward Tyran Stokes
With the news that AJ Dybansta reclassed to the 2025 NCAA Basketball recruiting class, a new battle has emerged for the No. 1 overall prospect for the 2026 group. For a while, point guard Brandon McCoy from out west was viewed as the top player. However, someone else that has becoma a top-tier target is Tyran Stokes, who stock has risen all the way to the top in the Summer.
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