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Arkansas declines absurd penalties levied against opponents' uniform colors
The game between the Arkansas Razorbacks and Arkansas-Pine Bluff had not even kicked off yet before the Golden Lions were assessed a penalty.What for? Not wearing contrasting uniforms as the away team.According to NCAA rules, the away team must either wear white or jerseys of contrasting colors with the home team unless both teams agreed in writing prior to the game on which color each will wear.Apparently the latter didn't happen and Arkansas-Pine Bluff wore black uniforms against Arkansas' trademark cardinal red. As a result, the Golden Lions were assessed a 15-yard penalty at the start of each half —...
Southland Casino Hotel security rolls out K9 unit
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (WMC) - Southland Casino Hotel announced the introduction of its K9 unit. The casino will have six dogs, along with their handlers, to act as extra security for Southland. The dogs will only be used near the entrance areas where hotel luggage is received. And remember: No...
Watson Chapel High School dismisses classes today, due to potential gas leak
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Classes were dismissed at 9:45 a.m. Thursday morning at Watson Chapel High School, after reports of a "potential gas leak" emerged. According to a Facebook post from the Watson Chapel School District, all other campuses continued to proceed with their scheduled school day. Also in...
Some scaffolding comes down at Walmart Museum on the Bentonville Square
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Part of the exterior scaffolding on Bentonville Square's most iconic building has come down. The scaffolding on the Walmart Museum's south side was removed Thursday. The scaffolding on the side that faces the courthouse remains. The Walmart Museum building closed for renovations in Nov. 2022. The...
Arkansas football vs UAPB score today: Final score, highlights from Week 1 game
LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas football is off-and-running in the 2024 season. The Razorbacks (1-0) scored touchdowns on all 10 of their offensive possessions Thursday night and cruised to a 70-0 win over Arkansas Pine Bluff (UAPB). The fans inside War Memorial Stadium got to watch a convincing win and an impressive performance on the...
U of A Small Business Center Helps Entrepreneur Lay Solid Foundation for Success
With a background in agribusiness and logistics, Justin Hays brings over a decade of experience to his new venture. Raised on a farm, Hays earned a degree in agribusiness and spent 10 years working in produce logistics, ensuring that fresh produce reached grocery store shelves efficiently. After a decade in the corporate world, Hays decided to depart from the corporate scene and grow something of his own.
Little Rock Christian embraces new identity for 2024 season | Preps on 11
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Little Rock Christian has been the model of consistency for nearly a decade now, always sitting around 10 wins and making noise deep in the state playoffs. But this year in Warriorville, there’s a different keyword heading into the season: new. “It’s exciting always...
Woman Who Was Set On Fire Told Cops She Feared Her Husband Months Before Death
HEMPSTEAD COUNTY, Ark.–A woman who died in July after allegedly being set on fire by her husband at a trailer home in Fulton, Ark., had told a police officer in Texarkana, Texas, months before that she was “scared” of her spouse. Bruce Lee Cockrell Jr., 47, was...
Forrest City Police increased reward to $7K in identifying murder suspect
FORREST CITY, Ark. (WMC) - Forrest City Police is searching for a suspect who murdered a man. Malek Wabin was killed on May 11 at the Pure Gas Station. The cash reward was increased to $7,000. The police department is asking the community for help in identifying the suspect. “During...
Entergy Arkansas gives almost $500,000 to Arkansas nonprofits in 2024
Little Rock-based utility Entergy Arkansas has awarded nearly $500,000 in grants to Arkansas nonprofits, government agencies and organizations this year. It’s on track to meet or exceed a goal of 25,000 volunteer hours that its employees have clocked. According to a Wednesday (Aug. 28) news release, the company’s philanthropic,...
First hearing held for Dr. Brian Hyatt’s civil lawsuit
The first hearing for Dr. Brian Hyatt's civil lawsuit regarding accusations by hundreds of former patients alleging they were falsely imprisoned by him was held on August 28.
School District honors fallen graduate
SALEM, Ark. (KAIT) -Salem High School chose to honor one of its fallen graduates uniquely. Tommy Bassham graduated from Salem in May of 2021. In 2022, he passed away in a car accident. Bassham was a member of the Salem football team. Superintendent Wayne Guiltner and Head Football Coach Josh...
Paschal Construction: Expanding Horizons and Surpassing Expectations
Over the past year, Paschal Construction Company has been generating exciting progress that has surpassed their initial focus. The company, which traces its roots back to the 1960s in the charming town of Hot Springs, Arkansas, was founded by John A. Paschal. Today, it’s led by his nephew, Charlton “Chuck” Hildreth, who has overseen significant growth and transformation. What started as a residential construction and maintenance company has evolved into a formidable force in new buildings, commercial construction maintenance, and now, project management.
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