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Four sentenced to federal prison in drug trafficking case

Thursday, October 14 by Ray King

Three Malvern residents and a fourth from Hot Springs have been sentenced to more than 20 years in federal prison combined after being convicted of drug trafficking. According to a press release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Arkansas, Detectives with... Read More.

White Hall school superintendent discusses mask policies

Thursday, October 14 by Lori Basiewicz

While a circuit court judge in Northwest Arkansas has ruled that school boards do not have the authority to impose a mask mandate, a circuit judge in Central Arkansas said they do, and the Arkansas Supreme Court supported that ruling. White Hall School District Superintendent... Read More.

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Saracen Casino sponsors ASC Fall Youth Cooking Series

Thursday, October 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Arts & Science Center announced that their new exciting and innovative youth cooking series is back this fall, with even more fun learning opportunities on tap sponsored by Saracen Casino Resort. Their website has the Registration information that is now open for the... Read More.

Bonuses, vacation time discussed by Drew County Quorum Court

Thursday, October 14 by Ray King

The Drew County Quorum Court on Monday discussed using funds from the American Rescue Act to pay county employees extra money for working during the height of the pandemic. Drew County Clerk Nancy White presented a plan on calculating the number of hours worked at... Read More.

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Monticello Police Department searching for driver who may have been victim of a crime

Wednesday, October 13 by Staff

Monticello Detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in locating or identifying the driver of the truck in the video. The driver is NOT wanted, but Detectives believe the driver may be the unknowing victim of a crime and needs them to come forward. The vehicle... Read More.

Moody Elementary to have AMI day Friday due to power outage

Wednesday, October 13 by Staff

UPDATE: Moody Elementary will observe an AMI day on Friday, October 15th due to ongoing power issues. Lessons will be posted to Google Classroom and teachers will be available via email. Students at all other campuses will attend school. ORIGINAL STORY: Due to a power outage, the White Hall... Read More.

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Congressional district map gets no signature from governor

Wednesday, October 13 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark (AP) — Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Wednesday effectively approved a new U.S. House map that critics say weakens minority voters’ influence in the state by splitting the Little Rock area among three congressional districts. The Republican governor allowed the new congressional... Read More.

Governor won’t sign law on vaccine mandate opt-outs

Wednesday, October 13 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Wednesday effectively approved a new law that will allow employees to opt-out of COVID-19 vaccine requirements, a move by fellow Republicans to challenge federal vaccine mandates. Hutchinson allowed the measure to become law without his... Read More.

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Motorcycle rider killed in Monday accident

Wednesday, October 13 by Ray King

A 42-year-old Bauxite man was killed in a two-vehicle accident in Benton Monday, the ninth person to die this month while riding a motorcycle or ATV. According to a preliminary report from the Arkansas State Police, Johnny Griffin, 42, was southbound on Sharon Road on... Read More.

Pine Bluff URA starts demolition of condemned house next to local school playground

Wednesday, October 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency has been working diligently throughout the year to complete its list of demolition projects to remove dilapidated properties from throughout the community. On Wednesday, October 13th the agency began its fourth demolition of the month at 606 W.... Read More.

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Boozman campaign reports $1.1 million raised for reelection

Wednesday, October 13 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Republican Sen. John Boozman’s campaign said Wednesday it’s raised more than $1.1 million over the past three months for his reelection bid. The campaign for the two-term senator from Arkansas said it has more than $2.7 million cash on hand.... Read More.

Jefferson County Quorum Court discusses sanitation bills

Wednesday, October 13 by Lori Basiewicz

By Ray King A proposed ordinance requiring county residents to pay sanitation bills if there is electrical service to their residence drew opposition from several members of the Jefferson County Quorum Court before being recommended for approval. Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson explained the ordinance after... Read More.

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