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Big Diamond comedy festival, featuring nationally known acts, set for October debut
The first time Raj Suresh booked fellow comedian Sam Tallent for a show, it was for a small crowd at a local brewery. The gig paid about $75, and Tallent slept on Suresh’s couch after the gig. But the show left Suresh convinced that Tallent would turn into a...
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).
Ghost Town Blues Band packs RJ’s
One of Memphis' finest blues quintets graced the stage of RJ's Sports Grill & Bar in Pine Bluff. On July 6, Matt Isbell and Ghost Town Blues Band kicked off an evening full of musical entertainment to a packed house. Blues lovers from across the state returned to downtown Pine...
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...
Hope police issue warrant for 19-year-old after shooting incident
HOPE (KATV) — Hope Police Officers responded to a call at the 400 block of South Elm reporting a male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Upon arrival, the officers discovered the victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was taken to a hospital for...
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...
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...
‘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,...
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.
Suspects Sought in Jonesboro Pizza Robbery
JONESBORO, Ark. – Two suspects are listed in a police report released today that detailed the robbery of a pizza delivery driver in Jonesboro. It happened around 11:08 PM on Friday, July 12, 2024 at the 2500-block of Bonnie Jean Pl. Two suspects are alleged to have robbed a 24-year-old female delivery driver employed by Pizza Hut.
Work begins on shooting complex project
Bella Vista Sees Demolition Work for Renovated Shooting Complex. The long-awaited project to upgrade the rifle and pistol ranges at the Bella Vista Property Owners Association has finally kicked off with the commencement of demolition work. This substantial development aims to revamp the site, enhancing the overall dining experience for users.
New head of Rotary Club installed
Realtor Miloud Bahadi was installed as the West Pine Bluff Rotary Club president Thursday at a ceremony inside the Pine Bluff Country Club. Bahadi, 40, succeeds Michael Heisler, who passed the gavel to him following the introduction of new officers for the club. Past District Governor Dennis Cooper administered the oath to Bahadi and the new officers.
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