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Federal judge sentences Bryant man to prison for possession of fentanyl

Friday, October 18 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK—Montiz Tucker, a multi-convicted felon, will spend the next 20 years in federal prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute fentanyl. Jonathan D. Ross, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas, announced the sentence, which was handed down Thursday... Read More.

Tull mobile home park subject of continued discussion by council

Thursday, October 17 by Ray King

The City Council at Tull in Grant County has suggested hiring a real estate attorney in its struggle with the attorney for the owner of a mobile home park.According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, the suggestion was made during the September meeting of the... Read More.

One killed, one injured in Little Rock accident

Wednesday, October 16 by Ray King

A Little Rock man was killed, and a Pine Bluff woman injured in a one-vehicle accident in Litle Rock SundayAccording to a preliminary report, a 2021 Hyundai Venue driven by Lacatherine Williams, 28, of Pine Bluff was eastbound on Riverfront Drive when the vehicle... Read More.

Juveniles arrested after riot at Texarkana hospital

Tuesday, October 15 by Ray King

TEXARKANA, Ark. (AP) — Three teen-aged boys have been arrested after a group of juveniles were accused of taking over a section of a hospital in Texarkana, authorities said.The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department responded Sunday to an emergency call from the Riverview Behavioral Hospital... Read More.

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Supreme Court rejects part of suit against casino license

Tuesday, October 15 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The Arkansas Supreme Court on Monday rejected part of a lawsuit challenging a measure on the ballot that would revoke the license issued for a planned casino.Justices unanimously rejected the lawsuit’s claims that the measure should be disqualified for violating... Read More.

Entergy offers tips for cooler temperatures, fall projects

Monday, October 14 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The start of cooler temperatures outside makes fall-lovers eager for coats, sweaters and all the seasonal fun that begins in October. This time of year, can also bring opportunities for customers to tackle home improvement or landscaping projects. As fun... Read More.

Audit finds no violations of Sanders’ travel and security records

Monday, October 14 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Auditors reviewing travel and security records that were restricted from public release under a measure Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed last year did not find any violations of law in how money was spent, according to a report released to... Read More.

Two killed in traffic accidents in Little Rock

Monday, October 14 by Ray King

Two people were killed and a third injured in separate traffic accidents in Pulaski County this weekend.According to preliminary reports, 57-year-old Donald Proctor of Little Rock was killed after being ejected out the windshield of a 2004 Mustang that left the roadway on I-630... Read More.

Lawsuit claims Agee does not live in JP District he represents

Tuesday, October 8 by Ray King

A lawsuit contending that District 8 Justice of the Peace Roy Agee does not live in his district has been filed by Justice of the Peace Lloyd Franklin Jr., who has faced the same claims about his residence.The six-page lawsuit, along with multiple exhibits... Read More.

UAMS Nursing School gets $300K grant

Thursday, October 3 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Nursing received a $300,000 grant from the Windgate Foundation.The grant will fund scholarships, student fees and book costs for 20 students enrolled in the College of Nursing.“We are continually inspired by... Read More.

Pine Bluff man killed in accident in Little Rock

Thursday, October 3 by Ray King

A Pine Bluff man was killed when he was struck by a vehicle in Little Rock Wednesday night.According to a preliminary report, Stanley White, 58, was crossing Stagecoach Road when he was struck by a 2003 Toyota 4Runner that was northbound at the time.White... Read More.

Go Forward sales tax ended Monday

Tuesday, October 1 by Ray King

After being collected for seven years, the five-eighths cent sales tax, commonly called the Go Forward tax has ended.Monday was the last day the tax was collected but Pine Bluff will continue to see tax money returned from the state for a couple of... Read More.