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One man dies in fatal South Arkansas shooting; suspect claims self-defense
CAMDEN, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — On July 24, 2024, at approximately 12:51 PM, officers of the Camden Police Department arrived at Spring Street after receiving a report of a possible shooting and an injured victim. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 25-year-old male walking toward the roadway with his hands in the air. The unidentified male allegedly […]
License board revokes contractor's license following customer complaints
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — A construction company with multiple complaints against them has lost their license for what former customers claim they did not finish jobs they were paid for. After hearing eight different formal complaints at the meeting on Wednesday against the company, Pole Barns of...
Lower-cost pet adoptions deadline July 31 at Humane Society of Clark County event
Attention Arkadelphia animal-lovers: Time is running out to get lower-cost pet adoptions at the Humane Society of Clark County. July 31 is the deadline to take advantage of lower local rates made possible by the Bissell Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters national adoption effort, which encompasses about 400 shelters in 44 states. Local interest has been slow since the Bissell event started July 8.
Southern Bancorp Appoints Myers as Interim CFO
Southern Bancorp has named Mike Myers, former CFO of Winrock International and long-time Southern Bancorp board director, as its interim Chief Financial Officer. “Mike Myers is a proven leader with a deep understanding of Southern Bancorp’s mission, and I can think of no better person to lead our financial team as we conduct a national search for our next CFO,” CEO Darrin Williams said.
White River Health CEO resigns, interim announced
White River Health (WRH) President and CEO Gary Paxson has announced his resignation to pursue another career opportunity. According to a release from the organization, Paxson (pictured above, left), who has been CEO since 2018, will leave White River Health next month after transitioning responsibilities. Paxson joined the organization in...
Beautify Batesville: Reviving community spirit through volunteerism
James Scales (left), founder of the ‘Beautify Batesville’ initiative, works with a volunteer to cut and drill wood donated by Bad Boy Inc. to create food garden planters at Our Father’s Table. Article by Emily Wang, White River Now. Every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m., a group of...
Delta Center for Economic Development to host Leadership in Banking Series
JONESBORO, Arkansas — Those seeking continued education in the banking profession have an opportunity to further their knowledge with a series set to begin this fall on the campus of Arkansas State University. The Delta Center for Economic Development (DCED) will host a Leadership in Banking Series, with sessions...
Little Rock mall plans to mix up food scene with sit-down restaurant
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Park Plaza Mall is making some changes to its food scene. The new venture capital owners have announced some new additions to keep the mall thriving, and they hope a new restaurant will help draw more people in. Malls are adapting nationwide, trying to attract...
Scholarship in honor of Nettleton graduate awarded to Missouri student
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release) - Optus, a national cloud advisory and IT services company, named Taylor Greer as the recipient of the 2024 Optus Family Scholarship, an educational fund established in honor of Adam Harrington, the son of former long-time employee Neal Harrington. Greer is the daughter of Optus’...
LJ Bryant is running for Mayor of Jonesboro
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 24, 2024 – Jonesboro City Councilman L.J. Bryant has announced he’s running for the office of Jonesboro Mayor. Bryant, a local businessman, serves on the Jonesboro City Council from Ward 5, Position 1. But beginning today, the 37-year-old husband and father has set his sights on the highest office in the city. But, just for 1 term.
Hospital offers new service for patients with neurological conditions
PIGGOTT, Ark. (KAIT) - Patients in Piggott who suffer neurological conditions no longer have to travel for ongoing treatment. Piggott Community Hospital now holds TeleNeurology Outpatient clinics twice a month. Executive Director James Magee said the doctors probably would not be Region 8 natives, but they are board-certified physicians. “Even...
Jonesboro Church Health Center hosts annual peach drive fundraiser
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 24, 2024 – The only annual fundraiser for the Jonesboro Church Health Center is almost over. But you still have time to make a donation and get a box of Georgia peaches. The peaches are on the tree in Georgia one...
Former Centerton public works director accused of using city funds for personal purchases sentenced to 60 months probation
CENTERTON, Ark. — The former Centerton public works director, who was accused of using city funds for personal purchases, has pleaded guilty. According to court records, Ricky Dale Hudson sentenced to 60 months probation after pleading guilty to using $62,190.46 of city money for personal purchases. Documents show that...
Remembering Arkansas's 35-yard drive to earn first victory in the Swamp.
The 2023-24 season was a disaster by nearly every measure. Arkansas's offense was stagnant partly due to the unimaginative play calling from retread offensive coordinator Dan Enos. The offensive line was uncharacteristically bad for a Sam Pittman team. It was also the first time Arkansas hadn't been invited to a bowl game since Pittman took over the program.
High school football schedules for Arkansas, Oklahoma teams in Fort Smith area
The middle of the summer is here, which means high school football isn't far behind. Teams can begin practice for the 2024 Arkansas high school football season on Aug. 5, with first games scheduled for Labor Day weekend, Aug. 29-31. The regular season goes into early November, with the playoffs scheduled to begin Nov. 15. ...
Blytheville optometrist youngest recipient of national optometry award
BLYTHEVILLE, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release)--The American Optometric Association (AOA) recently recognized Matt Jones, O.D., of Blytheville, as the organization’s 2024 Optometrist of the Year. AOA cited the tireless advocacy work Dr. Jones has led in Arkansas to expand access of care to patients throughout the state by allowing optometrists...
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