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Gigantic Drug Bust with Fruit Truck Trying to Enter Texas
We are so fortune in Texas and across the country to have so many hard-working officials working to keep our communities safe. Recently we were all enjoying the 4th of July holiday but many law enforcement and border patrol agents spent that time making sure no illegal activities were sneaking by during the holiday.
La Linea Cartel Leader’s Capture Unveils Hidden Texas Mass Grave
In August 2023, Border Patrol agents caught sight of a lone Hispanic male shuffling along the shoulder of FM 170, near the city of Presidio, Texas. Assuming he was a Mexican national from across the border, they approached with a request for identification, which was provided. Upon inspection, it was determined that the man was a U.S. citizen who had illegally re-entered the States by crossing the river, rather than the port-of-entry.
Haughton’s Peyton Stovall set to sign pro contract. Here's where he's headed
The 'dream' is about to become reality. “I am headed out today to sign and start everything in Arizona.”. Saturday, Peyton Stovall, the former Haughton and Arkansas star drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in this week’s 2024 Major League Baseball Draft, told the Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate he's ready to take the next step.
Second Winner For The Late Improbable As Governor Sam Delivers At The Spa
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – With majority owner Alex Bregman in Seattle for the Houston Astros' game against the Mariners, his partner, Reagan Swinbank, took care of the winner's circle duties Friday at Saratoga Race Course following Governor Sam's (Improbable) impressive maiden-breaking victory. Swinbank said he jumped at the opportunity...
Fasig-Tipton Stable Tour with Phil Bauer
Phil Bauer volunteered Fireball Shot, a maiden with more than $100,000 in earnings at the time, as his horse way back in 2018. Joining perennial little guys Robbie Davis, Kerry Metivier and Eddie Barker in the Little Guys’ Stable Tour, the Kentucky-based trainer had just wrapped up a 0-for-12 record at Saratoga. Fireball Shot had finished second and fourth.
Update – Bomb Threat at ASU
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 20, 2024 – 10:16 am UPDATE: The ASU buildings have been cleared by officials. Normal operation in and around the campus can resume. Around 7:15am on Saturday, the ASU Alert System sent out two texts advising of a bomb threat on campus.
Man Killed By Train After Driving Around Crossing Arms On Friday
Arkansas State Police has released the identity of the victim who was killed in a truck versus train crash in Brookland on Friday. Arkansas State Police fatal crash report states that Larry Ishmael Cox, age 34 of Bay Arkansas was killed in a crash that occurred around 1:20 p.m., Friday, July 19th at the railroad crossing on County Road 928 near Highway 49.
EAST at WHS earns top recognition for second straight year
ROGERS, Arkansas — EAST at Wynne High School has been named a Program of Influence for a second consecutive year. The local program received the award during this week’s EAST Seminar in Rogers. The EAST Program of Influence Award recognizes EAST programs that embody every facet of success...
Wynne Junior High to host inaugural ‘Swarm Summit’
WYNNE — Wynne Junior High School has announced the inaugural Swarm Summit will be held on the first two days of school – Thursday, Aug. 1, and Friday, Aug. 2. The school said more than 50 visitors from across the state have been invited to share their passions with students during the two-day event. The guests include alumni from the Wynne School District and local first responders.
EACC offers ‘Kids on Campus’ program with fun activities for all ages
FORREST CITY — East Arkansas Community College host another “Kids on Campus” program next week on the campus in Forrest City. Several classes will be held from Monday, July 22, through Thursday, July 25. The program includes a “Home Sweet Home” class for students in grades 3-6....
Arbaugh ’95 Joins Ozarks as JLC Academic Support Coordinator
Adrienne Arbaugh has joined the University of the Ozarks as an academic support coordinator in the Jones Learning Center, beginning Aug. 1, 2024. Arbaugh is a 1995 U of O graduate with a degree in education. She most recently served as a teacher with the Clarksville School District from 2003-2024 and also taught in the Explorers Program, an after-school program that provides additional mentoring and guidance for some students.
Tenant gives landlord fake check for Rent
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 19, 2024 – A 59-year-old Jonesboro man filed a report with JPD this week regarding a Forgery. The subject is a landlord at a local apartment complex and had possession of a check from one of his tenants for their last month’s rent. The check was written by the Jonesboro Urban Renewal Housing Authority.
Problems Aplenty with Projections Placing Arkansas in Middle of SEC Pack
As the college basketball offseason crawls closer to a conclusion, the bigger picture is starting to solidify itself in terms of individual team rosters and overall rankings across the country. Several such lists are high on Arkansas with a brand-new Hall of Fame head coach in John Calipari and an impressive assembly of talent.
Pine Bluff leaders discuss project focused on fixing flood troubles
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas — One of Arkansas's most flood-prone areas is in Jefferson County. Pine Bluff's spot on the Arkansas River is what helped it grow as a city, but it has also often been a source of its flood problems. Several people attended the Watershed Improvement Project meeting...
Daily Newscast for Friday, July 19, 2024
Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Friday, July 19, 2024. - The 2024 State Scorecard on Women's Health and Reproductive Care ranks Arkansas 47th out of the 50 states. - Governor Sarah Sanders is planning an overseas trade mission to the...
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