Hear the presentation of a newscast compiled by the staff at KVOM-FM 101.7 radio in Morrilton, AR, USA. You'll also find other podcasts of interest to people from the Morrilton, AR area.
Morrilton man arrested in stabbing assault of his mother; South Conway County School Board approves extra-curricular budgets; State announces funding for county fairs; Third Thursday Farmer's Market to be held tomorrow; we visit with Tiffany Landon about the First United Methodist Church VBS.
Morrilton City Council authorizes Mayor to seek grant for new baseball and softball complex; Report shows Conway County has highest year-over-year sales tax collection so far in 2025; Virden to seek re-election to Court of Appeals; Moose Home Tour attracts many; seven more Hogs drafted by MLB; we talk to Morrilton Mayor Allen Lipsmeyer.
Overnight fire destroys vacant home in Morrilton; Morrilton City Council, South Conway County School Board to hold meetings tonight; Literacy Action program comes to Conway County; Youth Art Show opens at Rialto tonight; River tonnage down; Berry gets another D1 offer.
Huett announces run for Conway County Sheriff; Morrilton Police warn of uptick in vehicle break-ins; Koontz completing major water project; Chamber to host Lunch and Learn about homebuying; Wayne Farms opens new mill; Parks and Rec registering for baseball, softball, volleyball; we visit with Shannon Autrey of the Conway County Extension Service.
Russellville man given maximum sentence for negligent homicide; AGFC reports fewer holiday arrests, but two deaths on Arkansas waterways; UACCM registration pacing toward another strong enrollment year; Nemo Vista librarian honored; Governor joins other national leaders in farm security efforts; we visit with Hanna Jones and Amanda Jones about the Chamber of Commerce's upcoming lunch and learn program on home buying.
Public hearing held to discuss potential new baseball and softball complex; LIHEAP application period opens; Arkansas State Police announce results of child exploitation crackdown; we visit with Mary Clark of the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton.
September trial date set for Drake; former ARDOT director, trade organization establish endowed scholarship at UACCM; Conway County observing bicentennial this year; Governor touts summer feeding program for the food-insecure in the state; Long to play in All-Star game; we talk with Jay Carter, Conway County Librarian.
Swaffar announces run for Mayor; East End School District to make $8 million in improvements to Bigelow High School; Piecemakers hold quilt presentation to veterans on 4th; City observing Parks and Recreation month with special pricing; Greenbrier business sued for violations of deceptice trade practices act.
City of Morrilton hosting Fabulous Fourth; ASP reminds drivers of 'Move Over' Law; ATU hosting Governor's School; Morrilton Country Club holding 4-Ball Tourney this weekend
Multiple opportunities to celebrate Independence Day locally, including 'Fabulous Fourth' fireworks show at city park; Corps encourages safety on the water during the holiday weekend; temperatures to heat up this weekend; historic home to offer tours.
Body identified in White County cold case from 1989; Pope County appoints new Sheriff; Fire fatality rate in 2025 has already surpassed total in 2024; Fair pageants planned; we talk with Cindy Lucariello with the Conway County Care Center.
Morrilton Parks and Recreation to hold public hearing about potential new ballfields; Conway School District parts ways with superintendent; new children's literature-themed mural officially completed; UACCM named best two-year college in the state by Arkansas Money and Politics.
Vilonia woman killed in weekend accident; Fire destorys mobile home in Overcup; Norton named Perryville HS principal; Local club takes part in Ham Radio Field Day; Perry Co. authorities investigating mailbox vandalism; Morrilton Parks and Rec hosting camp to promote physical activity
AR Food HOF finalists announced; "Little Shop of Horrors" at Rialto again this weekend; Chamber hosting next Lunch and Learn July 15th; Submissions still being accepted for youth art show; Russellville native taken in NBA Draft; We visit with Kevin Van Pelt with the Conway Co. Extension Service
KVOM NewsWatch, Thursday, June 26, 2025
Effort underway to consolidate levee; Michigan man arrested on drug charges following traffic stop; Morrilton Chamber to publish vacation guide; local-area lottery players win prizes; Teachers eligible for state merit pay program; Heat Dome brings advisory to much of the country; we talk with Roger Alabach with the Arkansas Diamond Amateur Radio Club about this weekend's Field Day event.
KVOM NewsWatch, Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Van Buren County man pleads guilty in rape case; Med Tech EMS launches fundraising efforts to establish Baby Box locally; Conway County Quorum Court to meet; 'Out of Ashes' car show to be held this weekend on mountain; Aloy wins Golden Spikes Award; we visit with Donnie Crain of the Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce.
It's been one year since Morrilton was cast into the national spotlight for apprehending serial killer; Rialto to open 'Little Shop' tonight; results of Petit Jean auto show; 96th annual St. Joseph picnic set for Saturday; we talk with Alicia Hugen of the Conway County Extension Service.
Juneteenth celebration being held in Menifee; Conway Co. ranks among state's fastest-growing counties in 2024; WRI awarded grant to increase local community reach; UACCM, Chamber collaborating on "College Town" working group; Sr. Girls bball team camp continues in Morrilton; We visit with John Phillips from the First United Methodist Church
New home construction increasing in Morrilton; Roller honored for community service; UACCM to host business startup presentation; Main Street Morrilton's Third Thursday is this week; Lady Devil Dog basketball hosting team camp; We visit with Rev. Adrian Pickens about the Juneteenth celebration in Menifee
Conway County Regional Water to take over Menifee water system; firefighting business relocating to Morrilton Municipal Airport; ARDOT to hold meeting to discuss Highway 60 improvements in Perry County; Hogs hold on in World Series; we talk with Morrilton Mayor Allen Lipsmeyer.
Bigelow man arrested after pursuit that leaves deputy with broken hip; farmers face extreme difficulty in getting crops in the ground; UACCM health sciences building construction is on target for planned opening; we talk with Dustin Taylor of Main Street Morrilton.
KVOM NewsWatch, Friday, June 13, 2025
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 show.
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.
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; we feature the story of Fyter with an extended interview with Mike Newman.
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 semifinal; we talk with Stan Willis and Earle Eichenberger about the MHS Golden Reunion Brunch.
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 Extension Service.
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 Dustin Taylor of Main Street Morrilton.
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 Extension Service.
Congressman Hill introduces bill to transfer Forest Service building to Perry County; Care Center's cereal drive wrapping up this week; Sacred Heart Bazaar set for May 30-31; ASP hold memorial for fallen officers; rain moves 4A regional tournament from Morrilton to Robinson; other local high school teams to play in 1A at Center Ridge; we talk with Becca Caldwell of AEDC about rural economic development.
Escaped murder suspect caught in Morrilton last summer has court appearance; Sheriff Mike Smith to retire at end of this term; Legislative session ends; Nemo Vista FCCLA raising funds to attend Nationals; Hendrix gets grant to restore historic dormitory; baseball and softball regionals to start Thursday; we talk with Cindy Lucariello with the Conway County Care Center.
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