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Westerman explains vote against impeachment

Friday, January 15 by Ray King

fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman, in his weekly newsletter, explained his vote against the impeachment of President Donald Trump earlier this week.I voted against impeaching President Donald J. Trump in the U.S. House of Representatives. This week's rushed process is not in keeping with... Read More.

Mary Black murder trial set for April

Friday, January 15 by Ray King

A Lincoln County woman accused of killing her son in June 2019 is set for trial in April, according to the Lincoln Ledger newspaper.Mary Black, 31, is charged with capital murder in the death of Joseph Carsello, 11, of Star City. Black’s husband, David... Read More.

Arkansas court: Judge can’t handle capital murder case

Friday, January 15 by Staff

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The Arkansas Supreme Court on Thursday said a judge who was barred from hearing execution-related cases after he participated in an anti-death penalty protest can’t preside over a capital murder case. Justices granted a request by the state to prohibit... Read More.

Dr. Jerry Guess discusses his intent to resign as Watson Chapel Superintendent

Friday, January 15 by Staff

By Ray KingWatson Chapel School District School Superintendent Dr. Jerry Guess has announced his intention to resign from his position June 30.He described the position as an “attractive opportunity” and said the district has a “competitive salary schedule” for teachers and administrators.” The Watson... Read More.

Judge Rob Wyatt orders jury trial in Breach of Contract case between Saracen Cinema 8 and the Pines Mall

Friday, January 15 by Staff

The Second Division Circuit Court was set to hear arguments between Rain Investments, dba Saracen Cinema 8, owned by Steven Mays Jr., and Okorie Ezime against James Vu, John Vu and Tuyien (Judy) Vu Friday, however the Vu’s nor an attorney to represent the... Read More.

United Way of Southeast Arkansas begins annual fundraising drive

Thursday, January 14 by Staff

By Ray KingThe annual fundraising drive for the United Way of Southeast Arkansas is underway and according to Jason Duren, the organization is on track to meet its goal.Duren and Michelle Corbin, the disaster specialist manager for the American Red Cross appeared on the... Read More.

Arkansas National Guard to provide support in DC

Thursday, January 14 by Staff

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The Arkansas National Guard announced Thursday it is sending 500 soldiers and airmen to Washington to assist with security for President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. The guard said Gov. Asa Hutchinson approved the deployment, which will begin on Jan. 17. The... Read More.

White Hall School District receives grant to help test students and employees for COVID-19

Thursday, January 14 by Staff

By Ray KingThe White Hall School District has received a grant and now has the ability to test students and employees for COVID-19.White Hall School District Superintendent Doug Dorris was a guest on the Oldies 101.3 morning show Thursday and talked about the testing.He... Read More.

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Law enforcement investigating video that may show missing Stuttgart girl Cassie Compton

Thursday, January 14 by Staff

Local police and the FBI are currently looking into a TikTok video that recently surfaced showing a girl that closely resembles missing Stuttgart girl Cassie Compton.Compton has been missing from Stuttgart since 2014. She was 15 years old at the time of her disappearance.On... Read More.

Stand your ground legislation advances in State Senate

Thursday, January 14 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — An Arkansas Senate panel on Wednesday advanced legislation loosening restrictions on the use of deadly force in self defense, two years after the proposal failed before the same committee.By a 5-2 vote, the Senate Judiciary Committee endorsed the proposal... Read More.

Governor Releases State Broadband Map That Pinpoints Location of High-Speed Internet Providers in Arkansas

Wednesday, January 13 by Staff

LITTLE ROCK – The Arkansas State Broadband Map will allow Arkansans to pinpoint broadband providers in the state and will assist state agencies in developing broadband policy, Governor Asa Hutchinson said today in announcing the release of the map.“This project puts Arkansas on the cutting edge of... Read More.

State expands coronavirus vaccine distribution

Wednesday, January 13 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas is expanding its distribution of the coronavirus vaccine to teachers and people aged 70 and older, Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced Tuesday.Hutchinson said the state starting Monday will move into part of its next phase of the vaccine distribution,... Read More.

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