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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Authorities have sentenced two leaders of a major methamphetamine operation to 16 years and 8 months each in federal prison, plus five years of supervised release. Adan Mendoza, 36, from Dallas, Texas, received his sentence on July 19. Brian I. Wilson, 37, from Little Rock,...

A particularly stylish evening took place at Jill White Designs on May 6 to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Revival brought together young philanthropists and creatives for a stylish Met Gala-themed evening with delectable nibbles, desserts, refreshing beverages and melodic tunes by DJ Jellybean. All proceeds from the inaugural event went to the Arkansas Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to further the nonprofit’s research, advocacy and support programs.

STUTTGART, Ark. — More than 40 growers, consultants and other agriculture industry professionals received in-depth training on identifying and controlling various diseases commonly found in rice last week at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture’s Rice Research and Extension Center. With between 1.2 million and 1.5...

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — The state Department of Finance and Administration has published new income tax withholding tables. That’s good news for 1.1 million Arkansas taxpayers because it means they will take home more money on their next paycheck. The adjustment to the tables was sent to about...

Five-star point guard Darius Acuff Jr. has set a commitment date for July 26, and the Arkansas Razorbacks are one of three finalists for the highly-touted prospect. Acuff, the No. 9 player nationally in the class of 2025 out of IMG Academy in Florida, made the announcement on his Instagram page. Kansas and Michigan are the other finalists for his services. Originally hailing from Detroit, Michigan, Acuff is viewed as a potential one-and-done prospect when he gets to campus. As a member of the FIBA U18 Team representing the United States, Acuff started all six games and collected MVP and...

Bobby Petrino is guru, but can't wave magic wand, make team SEC contenders

In Thursday’s (7/18) Talk Business and Politics (Little Rock, Arkansas), a staff-written report states, “The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra (ASO) will celebrate the grand opening of the Stella Boyle Smith Music Center with a three-day community celebration Sept. 13-15, 2024. The state-of-the-art, $11.75 million facility will be the first permanent home for the ASO in its 59-year history. The weekend festivities will begin with a private event on Friday, Sept. 13, honoring donors. On Saturday, the ASO will open its doors for a full day of public celebration, kicking off with a morning parade from the Riverfront Amphitheater through downtown Little Rock to the music center, near the Clinton Presidential Library … ‘This grand opening weekend will be a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates every type of music—a perfect way to debut this radically welcoming hub of musical activity for all Arkansans,’ said ASO CEO Christina Littlejohn.” Geoffrey Robson is the orchestra’s music director. “The Saturday celebration highlight will be performances in Morgan Hall, where ASO musicians will play publicly in the new space for the first time. There will be family-friendly activities, building tours and food trucks … Saturday evening will feature a free dance party in Morgan Hall … The weekend will conclude with … the inaugural ASO Youth Orchestra rehearsals in the new center.”

CHERRY VALLEY — The Cross County School Board will consider revisions to the student handbook and other policy changes at its meeting on Monday night. Board members will vote on changes to the student handbook ahead of the 2024-2025 school year and summer policy updates from the Arkansas School Boards Association.

The July issue of Little Rock Soirée is on newsstands, and you know what that means: There’s a fresh batch of event photos to peruse. As always, each edition’s Party Pics are posted right here on littlerocksoiree.com, and the latest photos from the new issue are now online.

CrowdStrike, the cybersecurity firm, has not affected the issue some Arvest customers are having this morning.

Community First Trust (CFT) has appointed Thomas Smith as general counsel of Trust & Wealth Management. Based in Hot Springs, Smith will serve all of CFT, including locations in Hot Springs Village, Little Rock, El Dorado, Magnolia and Texarkana. In his role, Smith will serve as in-house counsel for CFT....

DALLAS — Arkansas was picked to finish 14th in the SEC in the preseason media poll, which the conference released Friday. The Razorbacks are coming off a 4-8 season, with five of those losses coming by seven points or less. Defensive lineman Landon Jackson said the predictions are all noise.

The City of Stuttgart has left no stone unturned in its effort to assist residents concerned about underground gas tanks being installed near a neighborhood on Park Avenue. Several concerned citizens attended the Stuttgart City Council meeting on Tuesday night, requesting the city block the installation of underground gas tanks close to a residence.

Stuttgart scored three runs in the bottom of the sixth inning and stranded the bases loaded in the top of the seventh to claim the 2024 Junior (17U) American Legion State Championship over Cabot on Thursday night. Played at Hot Springs’ Majestic Park, the Ricemen mowed down their competitors this...

One of Arkansas’ “hidden gems” golf courses is getting more exposure as it hosts its second national event in as many years. The Hot Springs Country Club will host the 94th Ladies National Golf Association Amateur Championship from July 23 to July 25. Tee time is 7:30...

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.

WYNNE — 100 Wrestling will return to the Bill Thomas Center in Wynne on Saturday, Aug. 3. Doors open at 6 p.m. with bell time at 7 p.m. The special guest will be East Arkansas Broadcasters’ own Brandon Baxter. The stars of 100 Wrestling include Wynne’s own Jamie...

FORREST CITY — The Junior Auxiliary of St. Francis County will host its 5th annual three-man golf tournament this fall with the goal of paying off the Campbell House. The tournament will be held on Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Ridgecrest Country Club in Forrest City. Registration is $450 per team.

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — After 37 seasons and nearly 900 career wins, six regular season conference championships, five conference tournament titles and 12 postseason (NCAA and WNIT) appearances, Little Rock Women’s Basketball coach Joe Foley is calling it a career, officially announcing his retirement on Thursday. Foley –...

SHREVEPORT, LA. (KTAL/KMSS) – A local gospel station received a new moniker at an award show in Las Vegas and will host a special reception to celebrate the honor. The Stellar Gospel Music Awards has highlighted and honored every facet of gospel music, from traditional to contemporary, and the 39th annual awards weekend was held in Las Vegas from July 17 – 20.