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Lowery unseats Woods in Jefferson County sheriff’s race

Jefferson County voters elected a new sheriff Tuesday night (Nov. 3) as independent candidate Chris Lowery defeated incumbent Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. in a closely contested race that remained undecided until the final precincts reported. Lowery, a Pine Bluff police officer with more than 20 years of law enforcement experience,...

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Sunday Alcohol Sales at Gas Stations, Liquor Stores Approved in Hot Springs, Pine Bluff, El Dorado

Voters in three Arkansas cities approved Sunday alcohol sales on Tuesday night. Alcohol sales will be allowed at gas stations and liquor stores within city limits following the passage of measures in Hot Springs, Pine Bluff and El Dorado. The three cities join 24 other Arkansas cities in allowing Sunday...

Hot Springs, AR · 3d
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Neely wins Jefferson County judge race

Democrat Efrem B. Neely Sr. defeated Republican Nathaniel “Nate” Todd in the race for Jefferson County judge Tuesday (Nov. 3), while Republicans captured three of four contested seats on the Jefferson County Quorum Court, according to unofficial election results. Neely received 9,813 votes to Todd’s 7,325 votes, a...

Jefferson County, AR · 3d
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Tuesday rainfall not enough to lift burn ban

The 1/2 inch of rain recorded Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Arkadelphia’s Dexter B. Florence Memorial Field wasn’t nearly enough to lift a countywide burn ban. Clark County Judge Troy Tucker was quick to respond to a text message inquiry prompted by a reader’s tip that an elderly neighbor was burning refuse during the rainfall.

Clark County, AR · 3d
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Moorehead wins top prosecutor job over Manning-Center

Jefferson County and Lincoln County voters looked outside the prosecutor’s office to identify their next prosecuting attorney for the 11th West Judicial Circuit. Evelyn Moorehead defeated Karres Manning-Center 9,287-8,127 on Tuesday (Nov. 3) in a runoff from the March 3 election, as voters elected a woman with 40 years of practice who has not worked inside the office.

Lincoln County, AR · 3d

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Arkansas Diamonds to Give Away 500-Plus Turkeys to Arkansas Families

More than 500 frozen turkeys will be given away to Arkansas families ahead of Thanksgiving through a partnership between the Arkansas Diamonds Professional Indoor Football Team and Kroger of Little Rock. The Arkansas Diamonds Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway will take place Saturday, Nov. 21, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Historic Barton...

Little Rock, AR · 1d

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TOMEKA BUTLER: Don’t just pass through West Memphis, Pine Bluff

For generations, cities like West Memphis have watched opportunity pass through on highways, railways, and waterways, often headed somewhere else. That story is changing. As chairwoman of the Arkansas Black Mayors Association, I work alongside mayors who lead some of our state’s most resilient communities. I see how hard they fight to improve infrastructure, create jobs, and prepare their cities for investment, often with limited resources and far too little recognition. That perspective compels me to share what is happening in West Memphis and Pine Bluff because their progress carries a message for communities across Arkansas.

West Memphis, AR · 1d

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Election Commission to discuss recount request by Woods

The Jefferson County Election Commission will meet Monday (Nov. 9) to consider a request by Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. for a recount in his Nov. 3 race against Chris Lowery. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Election Commission office at 123 S. Main St. in Pine Bluff. Also on the agenda is an “administrative restructure” and “any other business that comes before the Commission.”

Jefferson County, AR · 4h

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Brunson wins reelection to Pine Bluff City Council

Pine Bluff voters overwhelmingly reelected LaTisha Brunson to the City Council’s Ward 1, Position 2 seat Tuesday (Nov. 3), while narrowly approving a ballot measure allowing Sunday off-premises alcohol sales within the city limits. Brunson received 1,954 votes, defeating challenger John Fenley, who received 317 votes according to unofficial...

Pine Bluff, AR · 3d

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Moorehead outlines plans for prosecutor’s office following historic election victory

Just three days after winning a historic election, 11th West Judicial Circuit Prosecutor-elect Evelyn Moorehead is already preparing for the transition into office, with plans to address prosecutorial practices, promote equal treatment under the law and strengthen relationships throughout Jefferson and Lincoln counties. During an event at The Magnolia Food...

Jefferson County, AR · 10h

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Arkansas History for November 7: Little Rock lunchcounter sit-in

Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for November 7, with notable births and deaths of people with Arkansas connections for this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Much of this information comes from the Encyclopedia of Arkansas, an online publication. ChatGPT has collected this data.

Little Rock, AR · 14h

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Little Rock AFB reopens Starbase Arkansas, giving kids a hands-on STEM boost

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Fifth-graders in central Arkansas are getting a fresh chance to roll up their sleeves and dive into science, technology, engineering and math, with a little help from Little Rock Air Force Base. The base has opened Starbase, Arkansas, a program designed to provide hands-on...

Little Rock, AR · 2d

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North Little Rock opens new pavilion celebrating Arkansas music legacy, and it hits right

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — North Little Rock is turning up the volume on Arkansas history with a new pavilion that puts the state’s music legacy front and center — and it’s already inspiring visitors to make a little music of their own. The ATG...

North Little Rock, AR · 3d

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Central Arkansas VA unveils Braille American flag plaques

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Veterans at Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System can now experience the American flag through touch thanks to the installation of tactile Braille flag plaques at the system’s medical centers in Little Rock and North Little Rock. The plaques were unveiled Thursday at the...

Little Rock, AR · 22h

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Cat rescued from overpass in Little Rock finds forever home

A dramatic rescue on a Little Rock overpass ended in a second chance in finding a forever home for one cat.

Little Rock, AR · 23h

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Little Rock celebrates National Nacho Day with Salt and Pepper food truck favorites

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — If you’re looking for an excuse to load up on chips and queso... Foodie Friday is back, and it just so happened to land on National Nacho Day, too. After some “hard research” into Little Rock’s highest-rated nachos, the pick was the Salt...

Little Rock, AR · 1d

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Community Briefs 11-7-26

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced state appointments Nov. 6, including several from the area:. The Rev. Jesse Turner of Pine Bluff was appointed to the 2030 Arkansas Complete Count Committee. His term will expire Sept. 30, 2030. This is a new position. Terence Fulce of Texarkana was appointed to the...

Pine Bluff, AR · 17h

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Daily newscast for Friday, November 6, 2026

Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Friday, November 6, 2026. - After a delay, the Associated Press Thursday called the race for Arkansas’ U.S. House District 2 for Republican incumbent French Hill. - The Democratic Party of Arkansas held a...

Arkansas · 1d

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2026 Faces of Arkansas: Smile Arkansas, Face of Veneers

Headed by Dr. Jahon Zehtaban, Smile Arkansas provides state-of-the-art, comprehensive dentistry services to patients in Little Rock and beyond. Zehtaban’s vision for the practice, he said, is to combine exceptional clinical training and the highest-quality materials to deliver a truly elevated dental experience. At Smile Arkansas, comfortable, personalized care and beautiful, natural-looking results go hand in hand so patients have the confidence to share their smiles with the world.

Little Rock, AR · 1d

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2026 Election – Saline County Mayors, JPs keep their seats; Library keeps funding

Official summary results have been released for all 48 contests on the ballot in the Nov. 3, 2026 General Election in Saline County. Out of seven mayors, four kept their seats, one was unseated, and two will proceed to a runoff race in December. Note that all figures listed below...

Saline County, AR · 3d