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Arkansas State Police investigating inmate death at Cummins Prison

Wednesday, February 19 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is investigating the death of Cummins Unit inmate Dionte Gurley, 31, at the request of the Arkansas Division of Correction (ADC). ADC staff responded to reports of a disturbance at around 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February... Read More.

Former Arkansas Governor dies

Thursday, February 13 by Rick Walker

Former Arkansas Governor Jim Guy Tucker has died. He was 81. Tucker became Governor in 1992 when Bill Clinton resigned to become President. He was then elected in 1994. He would only serve two years of his term when he was convicted of missapply funds... Read More.

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Arkansas State Police warns against teen sextortion in Arkansas

Tuesday, February 11 by Luke Matheson

In 2024, Arkansas State Police’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigated 169 instances of sextortion. That number has soared in recent years, and is up from only 16 cases investigated in 2020. Because today is Safer Internet Day 2025, ASP is taking the... Read More.

Amber Alert issued for Wisconsin girl believed to be with Arkansas man

Thursday, February 6 by Luke Matheson

Missing Sophia Martha Franklin Age: 16 Missing from: Beaver Dam, Wisconsin Description: White Female / 5' 9" / 186 pounds Hair: Brown Eyes: Blue Additional information: Sophia is 3 months pregnant Suspect Gary F. Day Age: 40 Description: White Male / 5' 7" / 165 pounds Hair: Blond Eyes: Green Sophia was last seen at her Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, home at 9 p.m. on February 2,... Read More.

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Arkansas State Police investigating shooting that left Dumas teenager dead

Wednesday, February 5 by Luke Matheson

The Dumas Police Department (DPD) has asked the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) to investigate a homicide that occurred in their city late Tuesday, February 4, 2025. At approximately 10:15 p.m., a body was discovered behind the Pendleton Apartments near Short Street... Read More.

Arkansas Legislation Targets Fairness in Pharmacy Benefit Management

Wednesday, February 5 by Alex Bivens

The Arkansas General Assembly is expected to begin considering legislation dealing with pharmacy benefit managers and the effect that have on drug prices. On Wednesday, Lelan Stice, the owner of Doctor’s Orders Pharmacy, was a guest on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show and talked about... Read More.

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Southeast Arkansas College Boosts Enrollment with Expanded Athletic Programs

Monday, February 3 by Alex Bivens

Athletic programs that began at Southeast Arkansas College (SEARK) with baseball and softball in the spring of 2023 ramped up this year with the addition of men’s and women’s basketball and that has helped to increase enrollment at the school. Appearing on the Oldies 1013... Read More.

Southeast Arkansas College Enrollment Rebounds with Financial Aid Support

Friday, January 31 by Alex Bivens

After experiencing significant growth for several years, enrollment at Southeast Arkansas College took a nosedive when COVID hit by covid is now starting to grow back up. On Friday. Dennis Johnson who deals with financial aid at SEARK and Dr. John Proctor who provides recruiting... Read More.

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Bryan Hodgson signs extension with Arkansas State

Friday, January 31 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics Jeff Purinton announced that head men’s basketball coach Bryan Hodgson has signed a new contract extending his tenure through March 31, 2031. Purinton praised Hodgson for the rapid advancement and growing excitement around the program, highlighting the... Read More.

Arkansas State Police Dispatchers step in to help MECA in Jefferson County

Thursday, January 30 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State Police (ASP) is providing support to Jefferson County's emergency services as county officials work to resolve budget issues. ASP dispatchers began assisting the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) at the Pine Bluff dispatch center on Tuesday, January 28, at the request of... Read More.

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UAM School of Nursing Program Coordinator receives DAISY Nurse Educator Award from the Arkansas Nurses Association

Thursday, January 30 by Luke Matheson

Sharon Walters, associate professor and program coordinator in the School of Nursing at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), recently received a DAISY Nurse Educator Award from the Arkansas Nurses Association (ARNA). This award, which was presented to Walters at the ARNA 2024... Read More.

Arkansas Economic Boom in 2024 Sparks Optimism for Future Growth

Wednesday, January 22 by Alex Bivens

By almost every way to look at it, 2024 was a very good year for Arkansas' economy. The state's top individual tax rate was lowered to 3.9 percent - the lowest in a century. The corporate tax rate followed suit and fell to 4.3 percent.... Read More.

Stories tagged with: arkansas

Arkansas State Police investigating inmate death at Cummins Prison

Former Arkansas Governor dies

Arkansas State Police warns against teen sextortion in Arkansas

Amber Alert issued for Wisconsin girl believed to be with Arkansas man

Arkansas State Police investigating shooting that left Dumas teenager dead

Arkansas Legislation Targets Fairness in Pharmacy Benefit Management

Southeast Arkansas College Boosts Enrollment with Expanded Athletic Programs

Southeast Arkansas College Enrollment Rebounds with Financial Aid Support

Bryan Hodgson signs extension with Arkansas State

Arkansas State Police Dispatchers step in to help MECA in Jefferson County

UAM School of Nursing Program Coordinator receives DAISY Nurse Educator Award from the Arkansas Nurses Association

Arkansas Economic Boom in 2024 Sparks Optimism for Future Growth

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