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East End Fire Department adds new ladder truck

Monday, January 8 by Ray King

The East End Volunteer Fire Department in Grant County has acquired a fire truck that formerly was used at the Dallas Fort Worth Airport.According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, the 105-foot ladder truck, dubbed "Ladder One," was completely refurbished and its purchase was made... Read More.

Boozman and Womack welcome Army Chief of Staff to Arkansas

Monday, January 8 by Ray King

Fort Smith, AR – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) and Congressman Steve Womack (R-AR-03) welcomed Gen. Randy George, U.S. Army Chief of Staff, to Arkansas to highlight the training capabilities and capacity found at Fort Chaffee that significantly enhance the Army’s mission readiness.“Arkansas has always been a proud... Read More.

Entergy offers tips to save money on heating bills

Monday, January 8 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — Entergy Arkansas has some tips on how Arkansans can stay warm this winter and save money.With heating costs making up over half of a customer's energy use, Entergy offered some alternatives to raising the temperature on your thermostat to help reduce costs:... Read More.

Little Rock man gets 10 year prison sentence with no parole for federal gun violation

Friday, January 5 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK—Chadwick Umfleet, a multi-convicted felon, will spend the next 10 years in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm. Jonathan D. Ross, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas, announced the sentence, which was handed down Wednesday by United States District... Read More.

Governor OK’s summer food assistance program for kids

Thursday, January 4 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas is participating in a federal program to provide summer meals for children while they are not in school.The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer program allows families to purchase food for families whose children qualify for the National School Lunch Program. Gov.... Read More.

Pedestrian struck and killed in Pulaski County

Thursday, January 4 by Ray King

A Beebe man was killed in the early morning hours when he was hit by a vehicle while attempting to U.S. Highway67 in Jacksonville.According to a preliminary report, Leyton McMasters, 24, was attempting to cross the highway at the 15-mile marker when he was... Read More.

Sheriff asks for meeting with County Judge to settle denied claims for bills

Wednesday, January 3 by Ray King

By Ray KingJefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. has asked County Judge Gerald Robinson to set up meetings to discuss claims submitted by Woods that have so far been denied.Woods cited a ruling by Special Circuit Judge Gary Arnold that settled a lawsuit filed... Read More.

Four from Monticello killed in explosion in Michigan

Wednesday, January 3 by Ray King

NORTHFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — Four people from an Arkansas family were publicly identified Tuesday as the victims of a fatal house explosion in Michigan over the weekend.Authorities said the explosion Saturday was likely caused by flammable fuel in the air and not a result... Read More.

North Little Rock man killed in Sunday accident on I-530

Monday, January 1 by Ray King

A three-vehicle accident in rural Jefferson County Sunday afternoon resulted in the death of a North Little Rock man.According to a preliminary report from the Arkansas State Police, Cantrell Wine, 38, was northbound on I-530 near mile marker 27 in the left land when... Read More.

Body of unknown man found on Interstate 530, state police investigating

Sunday, December 31 by Ray King

Arkansas State Police report that the body of an unknown male found in the early morning hours Thursday on Interstate 530 has been sent to the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory for identification.According to a preliminary report, the male was standing in the southbound outside... Read More.

Little Rock woman killed in accident on Interstate 30

Friday, December 29 by Ray King

A Little Rock woman was killed Wednesday when she was hit by a vehicle while attempting to cross interstate 30.According to a preliminary report, Alyisia Osburn, 36, entered the Number One lane at the 131 mile marker and the driver of a 2018 Lexus... Read More.

New state laws affect jobs and economy, health care, law enforcement and corrections

Friday, December 29 by Ray King

A handful of laws passed by lawmakers in 2023 will go into effect on Monday. These new laws include changes to health care, education, labor and taxes. These laws were passed in the regular legislative session and a special session in September.New laws concerning... Read More.