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Personnel Files of Officer Joseph Harris Obtained Through FOIA
JONESBORO, Ark. — The personnel file for the fired Jonesboro officer seen in a disturbing video repeatedly striking an inmate has been released. NEA Report obtained the files through a Freedom of Information Act request made on the day of the termination. Joseph Tucker Harris’ personnel file was not released for several days as police had difficulty reaching him, said Public Information Specialist Sally Smith. Because Harris had the right to request an attorney general opinion on the release, police opted to give him the required time under the law to obtain such.
University of Arkansas expects record enrollment, plans to build dorms
It is the first week of fall classes for the University of Arkansas, and the state's flagship school expects record enrollment, spokesperson John Thomas told Axios. By the numbers: The university saw an all-time high of 32,140 students in fall 2023, including undergraduate, graduate and law students. The numbers for this fall won't be available until the 11th day of classes, but officials expect even larger undergraduate and overall enrollment numbers, plus its second-largest freshman class.
Property tax payment deadline draws near
With property tax payments due in little over a month, Columbia County has collected a total of $4,953,039.95 as of August 14, according to Tax Collector Rachel Waller. Waller said this is 27 percent of the original charge for tax year 2023, which was $18,743,165.05. Tax books opened March 1,...
UAM professor is put in Jazz Hall of Fame
Lester "Les" David Pack Jr., a guitarist and professor of music at the University of Arkansas at Monticello, has been inducted into the Arkansas Jazz Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame has had fewer than 100 inductees since it was established in 1992. On June 17, while surrounded by fellow musicians and supporters at the Old State House Museum in Little Rock, Pack became one of those inductees.
Pittman to LRTDC: Not Buying Program’s Demise
Head Hog Sam Pittman opened the Little Rock Touchdown Club‘s 20th season on Monday, continuing the tradition of Razorback coaches kicking off the club’s schedule. Judging by the fans who packed the ballroom at the Doubletree Hotel and the buzz they delivered to downtown Little Rock, a casual observer might have guessed the Hogs were coming off a national championship.
Felon with prior murder charges found in possession of drugs and firearm
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Aug 20, 2024 – Agents with the 2nd Judicial Drug Task Force executed a search warrant over the weekend at a home on Pinefield Cove. There was a strong odor of marijuana coming from the residence and officials had reason to believe...
3 MHHS teams named Academic State Champions
Three of Mountain Home High School’s athletic programs are being called “Academic State Champions” by the Arkansas Activities Association from the 2023-2024 athletic year, and two of their teams are repeat champions. The Bombers were awarded the title Monday in baseball and softball for the second consecutive year, and they were joined this year by the girls’ basketball team.
Arkansas football bold predictions for 2024 season
FAYETTEVILLE — A new year is rapidly approaching, and it's time to tap into the crystal ball and unveil some preseason projections for Arkansas football. Over the next week, the Southwest Times Record will reveal a series of content previewing the upcoming season. There will be game-by-game predictions, a projected depth chart and...
Officials share updates on tiny home village in Pulaski County
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Construction is now underway in Pulaski County to build the state's first-of-its-kind tiny home village for the homeless. Providence Park CEO Errin Stanger, who is behind the project gave updates on the progress while at the Little Rock Rotary Club meeting that was held on Tuesday.
‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Set to Make Little Rock Debut
The acclaimed musical “Dear Evan Hansen” is set to make its Little Rock debut at the Robinson Center this October. Known for its powerful exploration of contemporary issues like social media and mental health, the show has earned both Tony and Grammy awards and will be part of Celebrity Attractions’ 2024-2025 Broadway Season.
Meeting held to discuss plans for new facilities coming to Arkansas Schools for the Blind & Visually Impaired, Deaf
A meeting was held Tuesday night to discuss plans for much-needed changes coming to the Arkansas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the School for the Deaf.
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