KVOM NewsWatch Podcast

High speed chase results in death of suspect; Petit Jean Auto Show and Swap Meet underway; Petit Jean Fire Department working with community association to build new fire station; we talk with the Rialto’s Shane Boen and Jesse Burgener about their upcoming production of 'Little Shop of Horrors' play.

Conway County, Perry County Farm Families of the Year are featured; Firefighters on Petit Jean Mountain respond to three different emergency calls simultaneously; South Conway County School Board approves purchase of school supplies for all students; local dance program accepting applications; we visit with Mary Clark of UACCM.

Head-on collision in Hot Springs claims life of Plumerville man, 22; Kentucky woman identified as fatal victim in chain-reaction crash on I-40 in Morrilton; Parks and Recreation presents proposal for new baseball and softball complex, repurposing current fields for soccer; Parks and Rec summer league registration open; we talk with Clint O'Neal of AEDC.

Murder convictions following pleas in recent cases; another arrest made in mass shooting at Conway; firefighters respond to two car fires; Petit Jean Extension Homemakers mark 100th anniversary; we preview governmental meetings; and we visit with David Norman of the Petit Jean Mountain Community Association.

Hundred of bicyclists expected as 'Arkansas Graveler' ride makes overnight stop in Morrilton; Conway County Library's Summer Reading Program to kick off Saturday; State Police remind motorist of Move Over law; local student-athletes and coaches named to All-Star baseball, softball and soccer; we talk with Shannon Autrey of the Conway County Extension Service.

Nemo Vista School District breaks ground on new building that connects existing buildings and improves safety on campus; Conway County Care Center exceeds goal for cereal drive; state launches pilot program for outdoor education to support tourism efforts; AAA realigning sports conferences; we talk with Beula Ivy with the Museum of Automobiles on Petit Jean about next week's auto swap meet and sho...

Green Bay Packaging's $1B 'Power Pack' expansion groundbreaking held, called the largest-ever investment in Central Arkansas; Mural now complete on downtown building soon to be home to children's library; early plans announced for Perry County Fair; Free Fishing Weekend; we talk with Cindy Lucariello with the Conway County Care Center.

Murder charges filed in Yell County; Perry County investigators make arrests in child pornography cases; Perry County Chamber banquet is tonight; Camp inducted into Arkansas County Hall of Fame; Stell's music deal expanded; college baseball playoffs update; we talk with Jay Carter, Conway County Librarian.

Perry County man found guilty in production, possession of child pornography; Sacred Heart School Bazaar draws hundreds, winners announced for raffle prizes; Perry County Chamber to start 'Music and Market' event this month; Dicamba restrictions detailed; watch out for military convoys on area highways; UACCM's Foundation golf tournament set for this Thursday.

Search continues for escaped murderer; Sacred Heart Bazaar is this weekend; Pope County Sheriff resigns; Severance Tax projected to have two-year slide; city pool now open; we talk with Kevin Van Pelt of the Conway County Extension Service.

Forecasters call for a warm, dry weekend; Atkins names new high school principal; Chamber to host 'Lunch and Learn' series; jobless report; UA softball standout earns high honors; we talk wtih Jan Cummings of Morrilton Parks and Recreation.

Faulkner County accident fatal to 24-year-old woman; several South Conway County School District teachers awarded merit pay for test scores; Arkansas Graveler bike ride to come to Morrilton next month; we talk with Alisha Koonce of Sacred Heart School about this weekend's bazaar.

Fourth suspect nabbed in shooting at UCA; Antique auto swap meet set for June on Petit Jean; Morrilton High School's Golden Reunion to bring in class of 1975; "CATCH My Breath" program targets youth vaping; Razorback baseball set to host regional this weekend; we talk with Donnie Crain of the Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce.

KVOM NewsWatch, Monday, May 26, 2025

Ruff announces candidacy for Conway Co. Treasurer; Baker gives update on hospital upgrades; SH Bazaar is next weekend; McKennon among those appointed to state boards; MHS soccer plays for first state title; We visit with Alicia Hugen with the Conway Co. Extension Service

Med Tech EMS, Abundant Life Pregnancy Resource Center partner on baby box; fentanyl, cocaine discovered on 18-wheeler on I-40 in Pope County; County Judge discusses negotiations with solar company about tax abatement; South Conway County School Board accepts resignations, hires personnel; Morrilton soccer team makes final preparations for state championship game; new MHS baseball coach promoted; w...

Jones to run for re-election as Perry County Sheriff; Davis announces campaign for Conway County Coroner; UACCM graduation held this weekend, registration underway for next terms; MHS soccer team prepares for historic state championship bid; we talk with Conway County Judge Jimmy Hart.

Political announcements include retirements of Assessor, Coroner, intentions by Maxwell to run for Judge and Gatling to run for Assessor; Quorum Court meets; MHS soccer to play for first-ever boys' championship; we visit with Morrilton Mayor Allen Lipsmeyer.

Andrews announces run for Conway County Judge; UACCM Workforce touts unique programs in welding, drilling; Local band Fyter's unreleased records now available as a second album; Atkins hires superintendent; Berkemeyer honored by Trucker's association; Torch Run to come through Morrilton this morning; MHS boys soccer to play for state championship; Sacred Heart softball ends season in softball semi...

USPS changes in logistics results in change for Morrilton post office; UACCM to hold graduation Saturday; Conway's population tops 70K; Perry County Sheriff recovers stolen items; Conway woman accused of abuse of vulnerable person; state feral hog eradication program seeing results; area teams advance in state softball, baseball, soccer tournaments; we talk with Shannon Autrey of the Conway County...

KVOM NewsWatch, Thursday, May 15, 2025

Kissire to seek Sheriff's office in 2026; South Conway County School Board approves several personnel matters, Kindergarten literacy program; Green Bay Packaging recognized by Conway chamber; Pope County voters turn down tax to build and fund new jail and 911 center; Koontz takes home industry awards; area teams head to state tournaments tomorrow; we talk with Mary Clark of UACCM.

Suspect arrested in Yell County shooting death; Gunderman to retire from Collector's position, two announce plans to run for the position; Morrilton City Council passes measure related to limb collection; high school teams prep for state tournaments, as we plan our coverage; Hoelzeman earns honors in college softball.

Fire damages home on Lake Overcup; Pope County voters to decide on sales tax for new jail, 911 center; Morrilton City Council, South Conway County School Board to hold meetings tonight; Faulkner County to hold MMR vaccine clinic after third measles case reported; Sacred Heart softball, Morrilton baseball, Nemo Vista baseball and softball set to play in state tournaments this week; we talk with Dus...

Prosecutor says use of deadly force was justified in Faulkner County earlier this year; CCCEC begins using device and training that encourages conversation at daycares to improve early outcomes; Sacred Heart rings bells as new pope announced; Morrilton baseball, Sacred Heart softball, Nemo Vista baseball and softball headed to state tournaments; we talk with Kevin Van Pelt of the Conway County Ext...