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Judge rejects motion to dismiss Arkansas school voucher lawsuit
A judge on Monday denied the Arkansas attorney general’s motion to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the state’s new school voucher program. Parents and guardians of public school children filed a lawsuit in Pulaski County Circuit Court in June asking a judge to block enforcement of the new Educational Freedom Account Program, which […]
Women’s Soccer Opens Season at Tulsa
The Central Arkansas women's soccer team kicks off its 2024-25 season with an away match against Tulsa. This marks the fourth consecutive year the Bears start the season on the road. Key players returning include All-ASUN Midfielder of the Year Kelly Van Gundy, who scored seven goals last season, and All-ASUN defender Gabby Thies. In goal, Kajsa Pruner returns after a strong performance last year, recording six shutouts. The match is set for Thursday at 6 p.m. Central with coverage available on ESPN+
Main Street Morrilton taking applications for building improvement grant
Main Street Morrilton has been awarded a downtown revitalization grant of $7,500 from Main Street Arkansas and the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program for the 2024-25 cycle. Main Street Morrilton President Morgan Zimmerman says Main Street plans to distribute most of that money in the form of building improvement grants for downtown businesses. She encourages any downtown business or building owner to apply...
One state radically boosted new teacher pay – and upset a lot of teachers
When Ashlyn Siebert started looking last year for teaching jobs near Decatur, Arkansas — her rural hometown — she knew she wouldn't make as much as a first-year teacher would 16 miles away in Bentonville, home to Walmart's headquarters. The story was the same in dozens of other...
Pietro Fontana Named Preseason All-ASUN
CONWAY, Ark. – The Atlantic Sun Conference has released the men's soccer Preseason All-ASUN Team, and the Bears received one spot on the team: junior forward Pietro Fontana . The Italian forward, who was named a First Team All-ASUN forward last year, was one of the top scorers in not just the ASUN, but the country, netting 12 goals last year. His total was second in the conference, as were his 26 points on the year. Eight of his goals came during ASUN matches, including a program-record four against Queens. "Pietro has shown growth every year, both as a soccer...
PJ Fall Swap Meet set for Sep. 26-28
Antique auto enthusiasts will return to Petit Jean Mountain in late September for the 27th Annual Petit Jean Fall Swap Meet. It's scheduled for September 26-28 at the Museum of Automobiles. The event features numerous antique, classic and special interest automobiles for sale, along with a few hundred vendor spaces filled with parts, supplies, books, memorabilia and other hobby-related items. It's very similar to the swap meet that's held every year in June at the museum...just on a little bit smaller scale...
Ballet Arkansas’ ‘Bold New Moves’ Series Comes to Argenta
Dance enthusiasts are in for an artistic treat this September as Ballet Arkansas presents “Bold New Moves,” a series of free public performances at Argenta Plaza. Set to take place Sept. 13-15, the event will be Ballet Arkansas’ first time to take the stage this season and will feature debut works by next-gen choreographers. With three performances of world premieres from the company artists of Ballet Arkansas, unique musical compositions and an insightful Q&A, the showcase will be a highlight of this season’s cultural calendar.
During Monday meteor shower, 2 mountain lions follow women on Arkansas hiking trail
Two mountain lions were encountered by hikers during Monday night's meteor shower at a state park in Arkansas, about two-and-a-half hours south of Springfield. Candy Wilkins and Karlee Roth of Russellville, Arkansas, encountered two mountain lions at Hawksbill Crag at Whitaker Point in Newton County, Arkansas on Monday around 9:30-10 p.m. In a post made to Facebook on Tuesday, Wilkins said the mountain lions followed her and Roth about 1.5 miles back to their vehicle and at...
Another Little Rock Starbucks location votes to unionize
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Another central Arkansas Starbucks has voted to unionize. The workers at the Geyer Springs and I-30 location voted 8-4 to join Starbucks Workers United, the union said in a release. This location becomes the 5th Starbucks in Arkansas and 3rd in Little Rock to unionize.
Little Rock VA to host Virtual Claims Clinic for Arkansas Veterans on Aug. 22
LITTLE ROCK, AR — The Little Rock VA Regional Office is hosting its next Virtual Claims Clinic for Arkansas Veterans on Thursday, August 22, from 4 to 6 p.m. This monthly event provides Veterans the opportunity to speak one-on-one with VA staff members who can assist with specific questions regarding claims for VA benefits.
Camden PD announce the identification of the body found on North Street
UPDATE (08/15/2024): On Thursday, August 15, 2024, the Camden Police Department released an update on the body that was discovered on North Street. According to authorities, on August 12, 2024, at 7:49 PM, officers responded to a local business on North Street. The responding officers learned that the business owners discovered a body in a […]
El Dorado police investigating Hillsboro Street double homicide case
EL DORADO, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — On Tuesday, August 13, 2024, around 8 PM, officers of the El Dorado Police Department were dispatched to a gas station on Hillsboro Street in reference to a car crash and shooting. Upon arrival, officers learned that 21-year-old Kinley Hansen and 27-year-old Jaylen Robinson were the victims of the incident. […]
UALR purchases property near campus for future use
UALR Expands Campus Presence with Property Acquisition. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) has announced its purchase of a significant property near the campus, signaling a major step forward in its future expansion plans. This strategic acquisition is expected to significantly enhance the university’s facilities and services, further solidifying its commitment to providing high-quality education and student experiences.
Man accused of leading police on high-speed chase
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Paragould man after they said he led them on a high-speed chase. On Tuesday, July 2, a judge found probable cause to arrest 37-year-old Dexter Allen Smith with fleeing and reckless driving. According to the affidavit, around 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 29, police...
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