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Rumble on the Golf Course
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Aug 22, 2024 – North Hills Golf Course faced a tense situation last weekend involving a group of fraternity members from Arkansas State University. Reportedly, the group of 11 initially appeared to be out for a round of golf but quickly drew...
Paint the Town Red takes over downtown Jonesboro with block party
Jonesboro, AR – (Contributed) – Aug 22, 2024 – Details about the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 27th annual Paint the Town Red Week have been announced, including plans for its traditional A-State Block Party that will take place in downtown Jonesboro the evening before Arkansas State’s home football game against Tulsa on Sept. 7.
Freshman linebacker Bradley Shaw quietly emerging through fall practices
Arkansas defensive coordinator and linebackers coach Travis Williams seems pleased with depth at linebacker entering the 2024 season. Speaking to the media on Wednesday night, Williams explained where the group is at depth-wise and how true freshman Bradley Shaw figures into the linebacker rotation this season. Williams was tasked with...
Firefighters Deliver Medicine On Horseback To Elderly Couple
After severe rains made roads impassable and left some Baxter County, Arkansas, residents stranded in their homes, firefighters with the Flippin Fire Department went old school to make sure people in the community were taken care of. Staff at a local hospital reported their concerns about an elderly couple that...
Arkansas county agrees to $3 million settlement over detainee’s 2021 death in jail
FORT SMITH, Ark. (AP) — A county in western Arkansas has approved a $3 million settlement with the family of a man who died from dehydration and malnutrition while being held in a local jail. The Sebastian County Quorum Court on Tuesday unanimously and without discussion voted to settle the lawsuit filed over the 2021 […]
Jefferson Regional nursing students reach 100 percent first-time pass rate
Pine Bluff, AR – The Arkansas State Board of Nursing has released the official results for the 2024 National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) for Arkansas. Jefferson Regional School of Nursing has achieved a 100 percent pass rate for the NCLEX. Jefferson Regional School of Nursing graduates a class of students each May and December. All 2024 graduates passed the NCLEX on their first attempt and are officially registered nurses.
Hot Springs methamphetamine trafficker sentenced to 188 months in prison
Hot Springs, Arkansas – A Hot Springs woman has been sentenced to 188 months (15 years and eight months) in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for her role in distributing large quantities of methamphetamine. The sentencing took place in the U.S. District Court in Hot Springs, presided over by Chief Judge Susan O. Hickey.
NOWDiagnostics gets FDA authorization for first at-home syphilis test
ARKANSAS, USA — NOWDiagnostics Inc. of Springdale has received federal approval to market its First To Know Syphilis Test, the first at-home, over-the-counter test to detect the sexually transmitted infection. The test provides an at-home result without a prescription in about 15 minutes, which can be used to better...
Mark’s Arkansas Land Clearing Service Expands with New Location in Greenbrier
GREENBRIER, AR - August 22, 2024 - Mark's Arkansas Land Clearing Service, a leading provider of land clearing solutions, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Greenbrier, Arkansas. The expansion marks a significant milestone for the company as it continues to meet the growing demand for top-quality land clearing services in the region.
Mayor Reep discusses future business openings in Warren
The Bradley County Quorum Court met for their monthly meeting on Monday, August 19 to discuss various issues. Bradley County Medical Center Chief Operating Officer Leeanna Williams opened the meeting with updates about the hospital. She said that the hospital has seen a small uptick in COVID cases. The hospital has also been experiencing a few problems with air conditioning units due to the higher temperatures outside and the maintenance staff has been working overtime searching for parts for the hospital’s current units. She said that due to the building’s age, parts are sometimes more difficult to find.
ASP Trooper crashes in overnight chase in Little Rock, suspect apprehended
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Update:. A representative of the Arkansas State Police confirmed that the trooper attempted to make a tactical vehicle intervention (TVI, commonly known as a PIT maneuver). The suspect brake-checked the trooper before fleeing on foot. The suspect was identified as 50-year-old Antoine Sweezer of Little...
Clock is ticking for Shreveport's Regions Tower. Here’s when the lights could go out.
"It's been the talk of the building," one receptionist at a Regions Tower business said Wednesday. "How are we going to walk up 22 floors to get to our office?" What happens next is a very real concern. At 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, four SWEPCO employees walked from their offices at...
Reasons for optimism behind 8-4 prediction
FAYETTEVILLE — Predicting Arkansas would go 8-4 in 2024 caused a lot reactions around the state going against the standard 3-9 or 4-8 national predictions. First off, no one knows what Arkansas’ record will be this season. But here’s some reasons behind my prediction beyond the standard he has been drinking the Kool-Aid. If it had been Coke, Red Bull or Gatorade I would be guilty of drinking it, but haven’t had any Kool-Aid.
Little Rock Weekend Guide: Aug. 22-25
We’ve been enjoying those “False Fall” temperatures, but we’re still solidly in summertime with plans to soak in every minute this weekend. Let’s get into it. Science After Dark: Carnival of Curiosities at the Museum of Discovery // Thursday sounds like a great day to finally run away to the circus. This edition of the MoD’s grownup meetup goes straight to the big top with hands-on activities, games and fire shows all celebrating its founder Bernie Babcock. As always, there will be plenty of pizza and drinks from Stone’s Throw. It all kicks off at 6 p.m. Learn more here.
Pulaski County judge grants default judgment against Big Country Chateau's former owners
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A Pulaski County Circuit Court judge on Wednesday issued a default judgment against the former owners of the Big Country Chateau apartments in Little Rock. A default judgment is issued in favor of one party when another party fails to take action. Most often, default...
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