Drought conditions worsen across the state, rain in the forecast next week; Petit Jean State Park Master Plan discussed at recent board meeting; Safe Place child advocate encourages parents to watch out for bullying; MHS football team hopes to extend 7-0 record; we talk with Alicia Hugen of the Conway County Extension Service.

Pope County Judge urges Arkansans to vote against Issue 2; Clayton Homes to bring 250 jobs to Conway; organizers of Morrilton Fall Fest call the event a success; Attorney General unable to protest Summit Utilities rate hike; Morrilton Junior High football team seeks first win of season at Cabot tonight; we visit with Aimee Dawn with the Family Life Worship Center.

UACCM holds 'Topping Out' ceremony as construction continues on nursing and science center; Arkansas Food Bank founder speaks at Morrilton Rotary; SBA to offer assistance for those affected by wind storm; local youth participate in State Fair competitions; MHS volleyball ends season in Regional tourney; we talk with Dale Quaid from The Safe Place.

Court blocks votes on medical marijuana expansion amendment; Tourism Impact story correction/clarification; Morrilton Planning Department earns high marks by ISO; Recovery Rally planned for this weekend; Morrilton to host regional volleyball tournament; regular season basketball begins for some schools; we visit with Jesse Hales with Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church.

Farmers and ranchers encouraged to participate in drought monitor report; accidents claim two in area; tourism impact drops significantly in Conway County, according to report; early voting is underway; Walmart in Morrilton now permitted to sell beer; Morrilton football team improves to 7-0 with record-shattering win Friday night; we talk with Sandy Swaffer-Cormier about upcoming Recovery Rally.

Drought and high fire danger continue, burn bans in place; Morrilton Sewer Department to conduct smoke tests on system; UACCM gets ARDOT workforce grant; court clears casino measure for ballot; Nemo Vista, Bigelow to hold Homecoming ceremonies tonight; Morrilton puts 6-0 record on the line at home tonight against Harrison; we talk with Kevin Van Pelt of the Conway County Extension Service.

Carolina and Stricklen families honored with street dedication in Morrilton; ARDOT advises of Highway 216 closure for repairs in Perry County; UACCM advising period opens ahead of Spring 2025 registration; SCCSD recognizes district principals during Principal Appreciation Month; two local churches collecting for Operation Christmas Child; MHS volleyball to play final regular season match tonight; we talk with Bill Sardin, pastor at FUMC on Closeup.

Chief Deputy of Perry County Sheriff's Department resigns over DWI arrest; Perryville School District says no evidence found to substantiate claims made against employee; City of Morrilton prohibits use of tobacco, vapor, other products by minors; housing director wants new board; 15 awarded 'Devil Dog Award' at board meeting; UACCM to host pageant; Morrilton to host Harrison Friday night in football, hoping to extend perfect record.

Court rejects challenge to signature gathering on casino measure, still to decide on wording of ballot issue; South Conway County School Board approves purchase of more weapons detection devices; Morrilton City Council to meet tonight; final Third Thursday Farmers Market set for this week; City of Conway to get road improvement funds; it's Senior Night for Morrilton High School volleyball; we talk with Morrilton Mayor Allen Lipsmeyer.

Local law enforcement to once again raise money for 'Shop with a Cop' holiday program; South Conway County School Board to meet tonight; junior high math teacher at MJHS recognized; ATU's new president makes inaugural address; UACCM Nursing accepting applications for 2025 program; Morrilton football improves to 6-0 for the first time since 1979; we talk with Morgan Zimmerman of Main Street Morrilton.