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Three members of the Pulaski County Bar Association (PCBA) recently took part in the “A Day in the Life” career panel at Mills University Studies High School, in collaboration with the Academies of Central Arkansas.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has honored Anastasia Boles, Dr. Heidi Skurat Harris, Dr. Noureen Siraj, Kiel Thorlton, and Dr. Casey Rockwell as the winners of the 2024 Faculty Excellence Awards.
The Pac-12 is likely to be competing in its last March Madness, as realignment has pushed 10 of its schools to other conferences.
As the May Annual Meeting of the Pulaski County Bar Association approaches, we sat down with the board’s president, Adrienne Griffis, who besides being a partner with the firm of Kamps and Griffis, is also a part time prosecutor for Pulaski County District Attorney Will Jones.
States invest to save rural grocery stores
There have been massive gains in productivity over the past century.
Twenty years after becoming the executive director of the Little Rock Realtors Association, Libby Sheard decided it was time to step down and let someone else assume that leadership.
The grandmother behind the advocacy wants financial support for kids who have lost providers.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will honor Arkansas radio personality and celebrated alumnus Travis “Tre’ Day” Rowan as the 2024 honoree of the 19th annual Taste of Little Rock event.
When we met with Faulkner County Realtor Spencer Hawks recently at his Coldwell Banker RPM office in Conway, the start of the conversation took him down a reflective path.

August 25-31, 2014

Natural State Snapshots

On a recent trip to the LittleRed River in Heber Springs, Ark., I was lucky enough to capture a Blue Heron as it was flying off. Actually, I spotted him and crouched to snap a photo. He spotted me and decided to find a safer spot.

I Swear

In the statewide daily I read each morning, the Aug. 13, 2014 “Judge Parker” comic strip featured legal secretary Gloria saying to senior partner Sam, “Rocky Ledge is talking about having Steve come aboard as corporate council” (sic).

Do It Yourself

Once upon a time, I acquired a beautiful kitchen table from my mother and father. The table had served us well over the years, and instead of finding a new one, I knew I could give it a brand new life.

Brainbuster - Make your brain tingle!

It seems hubby and I are spending a lot of time in the air lately, such as today. Which gave me the idea behind this week’s puzzle: How much do you know about the airlines and airports?

SmArts

There is something about reading a written description that kindles a desire to visualize.

A Day in the Life

This week has been one for the books, and from the sounds of it, I’m not the only one who thinks so. It started Monday morning with a seemingly innocent phone call to the office.

The Critic's Corner

Turning on the news lately has been a depressing affair: riots near St. Louis, terrorists taking over Iraq, and tension in Ukraine ... There seems to be no end to the cruelty and suffering.

Kay's Cooking Corner

My two-year-old grandson, Landon, loves olives and pickles, which he calls “ahwives” and “bickles.” And, no, they aren’t the best thing for him at all, but what’s a grandmother to do when he’s holding up his chubby little hand begging for “ahwives?”

Are We There Yet?

Be careful about reading health books. You may die of a misprint. - Mark Twain

Little Rock's Vantage Points

Little Rock’s scene just got bigger with the introduction of The Studio Theatre and Lobby Bar to the stage on Aug. 1.

Salt Bowl more than a game, it’s tradition

Bryant, students, staff and community are gearing up for Salt Bowl XV and the annual rivalry between Bryant and Benton high schools.

Cabot Public Schools call for 'Hallway Heroes'

It’s back-to-school season, and the list of to-dos doesn’t stop after kids board the bus. Volunteers are needed to provide assistance at Cabot School District buildings.

Moncrief to speak at upcoming Gala

Sidney Moncrief, an Arkansas native and retired professional basketball player, will be the keynote speaker at the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce’s Minority Enterprise Development awards gala.

Financial Focus

On Sept. 1, we observe Labor Day — a celebration of the American worker.

House to House

In the real estate business, the concept of agency representation, or who represents whom in a real estate transaction, is often misunderstood.

Behind the News

Two state senators want to lead an effort to abolish the lieutenant governor’s office, and they make a good point. But they’re not thinking big enough.

Insurance Insights

The work of the Insurance Department was formerly placed by law in the office of the Auditor of State.

The Practical Lawyer

One of the major problems with advances in technology is that equipment that is adequate today might be obsolete in a hurry.

Under Analysis

It is with a heavy heart that I write this column. I much prefer the humorous insights I generally try to convey with my writings.

View from the Cheap Seats

I went through three props on my ski boat this summer. Prior to this summer, I’d never even changed the prop.

UALR Alumni Association welcomes 2014-15 scholarship recipients

The 2014-15 UALR Alumni Association scholarship recipients were feted at the Bailey Alumni Center over the summer and given the opportunity to mingle with some of the namesake donors that helped make their individual scholarships possible.

Bowen Alumni Scholarship Luncheon set for October

For William H. Bowen School of Law, this year’s Alumni Scholarship Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 29. At the Doubletree Hotel Grand Ballroom from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. two award recipients will be celebrated.

Gelinda Mudgett steps up to serve FCBOR as new president

Gelinda Mudgett began her real estate journey in 1999 when she moved back to Conway, Ark. Growing up she considered herself a “military brat,” meaning she moved around often due to her father’s position in the Air Force.