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Pine Bluff hires company to revitalize its economy
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — The City of Pine Bluff has been working to revitalize some businesses with hopes of being able to draw more people in. That's been the goal for a while, but now the city is calling for outside help and leaders hope that a new partnership could help bring new developments.
North Little Rock business still ‘paying it forward’ after fire
A business that some in the community depend on caught on fire a couple of weeks ago. The family who is over the business says they're starting from scratch but still with the same purpose, giving people with a criminal background a second chance.
15 Jul 2024 Park Plaza’s Denim Days benefit Women & Children First
LITTLE ROCK — Park Plaza, Little Rock’s premier shopping and retail destination, announces Denim Days, a campaign to recycle denim and support community impact, from July 15-30. Denim is one of the fall’s hottest fashion trends, and Denim Days allows shoppers to donate worn-out denim — jeans, jackets,...
USACE to begin Millwood Lake drawdown
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — ASHDOWN, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District will begin lowering Millwood Lake on July 15, 2024, to improve shoreline vegetation and promote sediment compaction. The drawdown will expose an extensive area of shoreline for re-vegetation to allow the planting...
UCA Professor revisits past political assassination efforts
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — The attempt to take the life of political officials, lawmakers, and others has occurred throughout the nation's history. On the Little Rock Arc, David Welky spoke about how the events have affected society and its response.
988 mental health hotline marks its second anniversary, aiding millions
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — America's newest lifeline, 988, turns two years old this month. 988 is a national, mental health crisis helpline that can be called by anyone for those seeking support when they need it most. The hotline is available to all via phone, text, or chat, and...
Terracon Acquires Little Rock-based Harbor Environmental, Adds 38 Employees
Olathe-based Terracon announced its acquisition of Arkansas-based Harbor Environmental, Inc., to continue expanding its services to the Southeastern region. Effective immediately, Harbor’s 38 employees will join Terracon and the firm will continue to be headquartered locally as Harbor Environmental, A Terracon Company, according to a release Monday. Terracon assured the transition will be seamless for clients and will continue to work with the same Harbor teams.
Little Rock Rangers' Tomasz Wroblewski wins 2024 Golden Glove
Tampa, Fla. – United Soccer League announced on Monday that Little Rock Rangers keeper Tomasz Wroblewski has won the 2024 League Two Golden Glove, awarded to the player with the lowest Goals Against Average in the league. Wroblewski only had to pick the ball out of his net twice...
Accused rapist claims he was “over-excited and did not stop”
BATESVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - Investigators said a Batesville man accused of raping a child told them he got “over-excited.”. Independence County District Court Judge Chaney Taylor found probable cause Thursday, July 11, to charge 40-year-old Christopher Robert Meyer with one count of rape, a Class Y felony. According to...
Judge Talley will hear criminal docket on Thursday
A preliminary docket for Columbia County Circuit Court Criminal Division has been released by the office of Circuit Judge David W. Talley Jr. Court will be held Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 9 a.m. in the courtroom at the Columbia County Criminal Detention Facility in Magnolia. Those defendants scheduled to...
Arkansas basketball offers top 2025 in-state prospect
John Calipari and Arkansas basketball sent out another scholarship offer in the 2025 recruiting class on Monday evening. Isaiah Sealy, the top-rated player in the state, shared the news of the offer to his X (formerly Twitter) account after a short conversation with Calipari. The Springdale native is currently rated...
Baxter County Strong! Tornado fundraiser raises over $70,000 for local victims
The recent fundraiser for Baxter County tornado victims has shattered expectations, raising over $70,000, Mountain Home Mayor Hillrey Adams said on Monday. “We’re going to actually bust, as of today, we’re going to break the $70,000 barrier,” Adams said. “That’s a great day.”. The fundraiser,...
Harvest Food Truck Returns to Lafayette County Wednesday, 7/17
Time: 9 - 11 AM, or until all boxes have been distributed. Residents who wish to participate in this food box distribution in Lafayette County must enter the Fairgrounds building to check in first. After checking in, you can return to your vehicle and line up. Important Note: You must...
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