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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...
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.
Texarkana Police Looking for This Man on Felony Warrant
Texarkana Arkansas Police need your help in locating a man who has been issued a felony warrant. Texarkana area police are looking for Cameron Reshaud Armond. He is wanted for alleged Fleeing by Vehicle with Risk of Death or Serious Injury. Armond is a 25-year-old black male. He stands 6...
Madison County proposes 1 cent sales tax increase for jail operations
In 2022 Voters did pass a sales tax increase to build the new jail, But they did not pass the tax to help run it. Madison county judge Larry Garrett stated that "Since the jail is now nearing completion, it's time to start training new jailers."
Washington Water Authority’s legal designation could change to public water authority
If passed on Friday, Washington Water Authority could become a public water authority, which would give users more say in who is on the board and could save Washington County residents some money.
Arkansas Bankers Association, Venture Center launch fintech accelerator
In a new partnership with the Arkansas Bankers Association, The Venture Center announced Thursday (July 25) the inaugural Arkansas Banking Solutions Accelerator. Applications for financial technology companies to be considered for the first cohort are now being accepted. The accelerator follows the successful model of The Venture Center’s Fintech Accelerator,...
UAMS hopes new nurse midwifery program will address Arkansas maternal mortality rates
Officials with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences say they’re in the early stages of working on a new program they hope will help soon-to-be mothers and lower maternal mortality rates in the state.
ARTx3 campus announces August 2024 events
Reception: “Hysteria” by Brandi Parker — 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1. The ARTx3 Campus invites the public to a free opening reception for the exhibition “Hysteria” by Brandi Parker from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, 701 S. Main St. in Pine Bluff. The exhibition is sponsored by Simmons Bank.
Banco Sí adds another branch in Springdale
SPRINGDALE, Ark — Signature Bank of Arkansas opened its Banco Sí location in downtown Springdale on June 24. It is the second branch for the Latino-focused bank. Signature Bank CEO Gary Head said the soft opening at 103 Emma Ave. went very well; the grand opening will be held in September.
Walmart leases health care clinics in Fort Smith, Northwest Arkansas to Mercy
Mercy said Thursday (July 25) it will move into three former Walmart Health Centers in supercenters in Fort Smith, Rogers and Springdale. Mercy said the clinics will offer primary care through appointments and walk-ins during regular hours, but will not provide urgent care. St. Louis-based Mercy said the primary care...
Man arrested for Mercy lockdown pleads not guilty, public defender asks for ‘fitness evaluation’
The man arrested in connection with a lockdown at Mercy Hospital Fort Smith on July 22 has pleaded not guilty, according to court documents.
FEMA closing Baxter County recovery center
BAXTER COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - Time is running out for survivors of the Memorial Day weekend storms to apply for aid. The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Thursday it will permanently close its Baxter County Disaster Recovery Center. The center, which is located at the Food Bank of North Central...
Decision Dossier: Five-star Darius Acuff Jr.
The recruitment of one of the top prospects in the 2025 Rivals150 is nearing its end, as IMG Academy star Darius Acuff Jr. is poised to announce his college choice on Friday. Acuff will choose among Arkansas, Kansas and Michigan, all of which he has visited and seems to feel comfortable with.
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