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Little Rock women's basketball coach Joe Foley retiring after 37 seasons
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Little Rock women's basketball coach Joe Foley is retiring after 37 seasons, the university announced on Thursday. "I always wanted the opportunity to coach and teach, not just basketball, but also the game of life," Foley said. "I'm proud of the accomplishments and success our program has experienced over my 21-year tenure, but without a doubt, I am most proud of the impact we've made on the lives of hundreds of young women. Being their head coach is one of the greatest honors in my life."
UPDATE: Ferriday officer who claims stolen identity will still have to prove his innocence in court
FERRIDAY, La. — A Ferriday police officer is returning to work after being arrested on felony warrants from another state on Thursday. Mayor Alvin Garrison said that police officer Oliver Robinson III told him he was arrested for mistaken identity. However, Van Buren County, Arkansas, which issued the warrants, will require him to appear in […] The post UPDATE: Ferriday officer who claims stolen identity will still have to prove his innocence in court appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
School supply shopping made easy with JET
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - With the first day of school fast approaching, it’s time to get school supplies for your children. As summer winds down, stores can be packed to the gills. Jonesboro Economical Transportation (JET) aims to make it easier for you to shop. “It’s hard to even...
4H Group and Seniors enjoy memorable outing at Norfork Fish Hatchery
A group of local seniors and 4H members came together for an educational and entertaining afternoon at the Norfork Fish Hatchery recently. The event, which showcased the hatchery’s operations and the surrounding natural beauty, proved to be a hit with participants of all ages. Attendees were treated to a...
Former Texas High School Band Instructor Receives Sentence For Grooming Students
A Texarkana, Arkansas Man Is Going To Federal Prison For A Very Long Time After Pleading Guilty To Some Heinous Acts. A former director of the Texas High School color guard plead guilty to federal charges connected to alleged sexual misconduct in a shocking story that rocked educators and parents across the area.
Peel Museum & Botanical Garden Awarded National Accreditation
Bentonville, AR – Peel Museum & Botanical Garden has achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) ahead of the Peel Museum’s 150th Anniversary Celebration in 2025. This accreditation is the highest national recognition afforded to the nation’s museums. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, to governments, funders, outside agencies, and to the museum-going public.
North Little Rock police officer on leave after firing service weapon during traffic stop
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — An investigation is underway after a North Little Rock police officer discharged their service weapon during a traffic stop, resulting in the driver fleeing on foot. According to reports, an officer conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of East Washington Avenue and Birch...
Lightning blamed for Batesville business fire
BATESVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - Fire officials believe a lightning bolt is to blame for a Batesville business fire. On Tuesday night, multiple firefighters responded to Gilly’s Truck & Equipment Sales, 150 White Dr., after receiving reports of a fire. “Engine 3 was first on scene and confirmed the building...
Parkin Rural Water Association seeking funds for pipeline repairs after bridge collapse
PARKIN — The Parkin Rural Water Association is seeking funding for permanent repairs to a pipeline that was damaged when a Highway 42 bridge across the St. Francis River near Coldwater in Cross County collapsed last month. Water was restored on a temporary basis shortly after the June 28...
Jonesboro Resident Wins $600,000 Lottery Jackpot
JONESBORO, Ark. – A local man won a hefty sum playing the lottery recently in Monette. An anonymous resident of Jonesboro claimed a $600,000 prize from the July 10 Natural State Jackpot drawing, officials announced this week. The winner, who opted to remain unnamed, collected the prize at the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Claim Center on July 15.
Long-time Walmart employee now ‘picking’ as a personal shopper
It’s an early and busy shift for Lee Hiett, a 34-year Walmart employee, who shops almost nonstop for eight hours filling online grocery orders at the supercenter at 4208 Pleasant Crossing Blvd. in Rogers. Hiett, from Pea Ridge, has been with the personal shopper program since 2018. By the...
Wynne Fire Marshal Chris Damron announces retirement after 32 years
WYNNE — Wynne Fire Marshal Chris Damron is retiring. Damron has 32 years of service as a firefighter with 18 of that in full-time service with the Wynne Fire Department. Damron has announced his plans to retire, effective August 9. He will retire as the Fire Marshal and the city’s Building Inspector.
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