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NLR police hold memorial for slain officers
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May 16,2012 at 2:25 PM EST

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) - The North Little Rock Police Department held a memorial for its fallen officers.

Wednesday morning, the memorial was held on the front lawn. The ceremony honored members of the NLRPD who were killed or died in the line of duty.

This event...more coincides with the National Law Enforcement Memorial Week and is dedicated to the officers who have made the supreme sacrifice for the citizens of North Little Rock.

Here are the officers who were honored:

Frank Neighbors: Born April 18, 1890 - Killed November 22, 1929

Jerrell P. Vaughan: Born February 1931 - Killed April 16, 1963

Jerry C. Davis: Born July 15, 1955 - Killed January 7, 1982

Ralph McMoran: Born March 14, 1940 - Died April 23, 2008
North Little Rock

At 6: Restaurant owners hang fish outside business
May 16,2012 at 4:15 PM EST

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) -- A North Little Rock restaurant that promises all-you-can-eat and tasty cuisines caught the eye of passersby when they saw dead fish hanging from a stick outside the eatery.

THV's Daniel Wilkerson went to the North Little Rock Health Department to...more check in on their investigation.

The workers at the Royal Buffet say it's not what you think. They say their intentions are good and the food is good. They say the only thing they were lacking this morning is good judgment.

We'll have the full report on "Today's THV at 6:00" and todaysthv.com.
North Little Rock

Noise alert
May 16,2012 at 12:45 PM EST

Noise Alert:  Artillery fire on Camp Robinson Friday, Saturday ~ Request for media assistance to increase public awareness near N. Little Rock
The Arkansas Army National Guard's 1st Battalion, 206th Field Artillery Regiment of the 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team will fire one volley from...more each of three M119A2 105mm towed howitzers in support of the formal change of command ceremony for the 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team as Col. John "Mickey" Stewart assumes command from outgoing commander, Col. Kirk Van Pelt.  The artillery battalion will also conduct two live rehearsals in preparation for the actual ceremony.
A test fire of the weapon systems will be conducted at approximately 2 p.m., Friday, May 18, 2012, and again after 9 a.m., Saturday, May 19, 2012. A third firing will occur during the actual ceremony after 1 p.m., Saturday, May 19, 2012.
The ceremony and rehearsals take place near the Camp Robinson Maneuver Training Center's flag display on the South side of
North Little Rock, Sherwood

39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team to welcome new commander
May 16,2012 at 11:37 AM EST

Vilonia resident to assume command during Saturday ceremony at Camp Robinson
Col. John "Mickey" Stewart, of Vilonia, Arkansas will formally take command of the 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team during a change of command ceremony. 
WHEN:    The event begins promptly at 1 p.m.,...more Saturday, May 19.
WHERE:  Media are asked to meet escort at the Camp Robinson Maneuver Training Center's main gate Visitors Center on Military Drive in North Little Rock.
The event is an outdoor ceremony and will take place at the main flag display near post headquarters.
WHY:  The change of command will assign Stewart with responsibility over the 3,000-Soldier brigade, which is headquartered in Little Rock, with 46 units in 42 communities across the state.  Col. Kirk Van Pelt will relinquish command to Stewart during the ceremony after having served in command of the brigade since May 31, 2009.
Col. John M. "Mickey" Stewart was born in Fordyce, Ark., and graduated from Fordyce High
North Little Rock

NLRPD honors fallen officers
May 15,2012 at 4:08 PM EST

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (May 15, 2012) – Today, Wednesday May 16, at 11:00 AM, the North Little Rock Police Department will hold a Memorial Service on the front lawn of the police department.  This ceremony is to honor the members of the North Little Rock Police Department who were slain or...more died in the line of duty.  This event coincides with National Law Enforcement Memorial Week and is dedicated to honor the officers who have made the supreme sacrifice for the citizens of North Little Rock.  Officers honored are:
 
FRANK NEIGHBORS        BORN- APRIL 18, 1890        KILLED- NOVEMBER 22, 1929
JERRELL P. VAUGHAN    BORN- FEBRUARY 1931    KILLED- APRIL 16, 1963
JERRY C. DAVIS                  BORN- JULY 15, 1955          KILLED- JANUARY 7, 1982
RALPH McMORAN            BORN- MARCH 14, 1940     DIED- APRIL 23, 2008
North Little Rock

NLR woman charged with 1st degree murder
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May 15,2012 at 7:34 PM EST

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) -- Authorities said Cheryl Brewer called 911 after allegedly shooting her husband with a handgun.

"We did find Mr. Brewer inside deceased," said Sergeant Brian Dedrick with North Little Rock Police Department.

Authorities said it happened...more October 14, 2011 at a home in the 11-thousand block of Highway 165 with the couple's two children, then ages 3 and 6 in the house.

Sergeant Dedrick says they sent the case to prosecutors to determine whether charges were necessary. He says it is unknown whether Brewer acted in self-defense.

"At this point I don't see in our system where it shows domestic violence where we had been called," said Sergeant Dedrick.

Brewer's husband, Charley Brewer, later died in the hospital. Officers reportedly found a handgun on scene. No charges had been filed until now.

Brewer says she took her children to buy groceries to get away from her husband whom she claims had
North Little Rock

Unemployed vets get job assistance
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May 15,2012 at 7:25 PM EST

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) - The federal government is reaching out to unemployed veterans to help them find a job.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is hosting a "Hire Our Heroes" job fair event in North Little Rock to help local veterans get vital job training to help them find a...more new career.

Airman Bill Fugo prepares for a major life transition.

"After being taken care of for the last 26 years and then being let go. It's like starting over again," says Fugo.

Fugo spent that time working in information technology for the Air Force and now he's looking for civilian work.

"I'd have to say it's a little scary because of the unknown," says Fugo.

Between three and four hundred veterans took part in "Hiring Our Heroes," a national campaign to connect employers with vets. The American Legion helped put on the event at Sherwood Forest.

"Since March of 2011 there have been over 10-thousand veterans that have found
North Little Rock, Sherwood

Adoption Information Meeting
May 15,2012 at 10:59 AM EST

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARK.—Dillon International, Inc., will present a FREE informational meeting on international adoption from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at the Dillon International office, 4702 W. Commercial Dr., Suite B-1, in North Little Rock.
A Dillon representative will...more give an overview of adoption from China, Korea, Haiti, India , Hong Kong and Ghana. Adoption programs in Russia, Ethiopia and Honduras, available through an affiliation with Buckner International, will also be discussed. For information or a reservation to attend the meeting, please call 501-791-9300 or email DillonAR@dillonadopt.com.  
Founded in 1972, Dillon International is a licensed, non-profit adoption and humanitarian aid agency that is affiliated with Dallas-based Buckner International. Headquartered in Tulsa, Okla.—with branch locations in St. Louis, Mo.; the Kansas City, Kan. area; Richmond, Ind.; Little Rock, Ark.; Tustin, Calif. (in Orange County); and the Dallas-Fort Worth,
North Little Rock, Jacksonville, Sherwood

Dance and Discover at MOD thanks to Blue Cross Blue Shield
May 15,2012 at 10:41 AM EST

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield invites members to Dance and Discover Party on June 9;
enjoy free admission to the Museum of Discovery
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (May 15, 2012) — Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield invites members to Dance and Discover at the Museum of Discovery. If you...more carry an Arkansas Blue Cross, Health Advantage or BlueAdvantage Administrators of Arkansas health plan ID card, you can show it at the door of the Museum on Saturday, June 9, and enjoy free admission to the Museum and a family-friendly Dance and Discover party featuring Radio Disney from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Dance and Discover Party is a health-and-fitness event designed for children ages 3-12, although kids of all ages are welcome. Kids can decorate their own “hip hop” hat, and have a blast with Radio Disney as they turn up the music and get kids moving … Disney style.
In the Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield Amazing You Gallery, kids and parents can not only explore, but
Little Rock, North Little Rock, West Little Rock

Razorbacks face La. Tech in North Little Rock
May 14,2012 at 5:34 PM EST

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas plays its final non-conference game of the 2012 regular season on Tuesday as it travels to Dickey-Stephens Park in North Little Rock, Ark., to face Louisiana Tech. First pitch is set for 7:05 p.m.
 
Tuesday night’s game will be televised on CST with Mike...more Morgan and Troy Eklund on the call. The game will also be available on the Razorback Baseball Radio Network from IMG. Three-time Arkansas Sportscaster of the Year Chuck Barrett will call the action.
 
Only berm tickets remain for Tuesday night’s game. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased through the Travs’ website, Travs.com, by calling (501) 664-1555 or at the Dickey-Stephens Park box office.
 
The Razorbacks are playing a regular season game in central Arkansas for the third straight season. Arkansas has played in front of capacity crowds at Dickey-Stephens Park each of the last two seasons. Last year, the Razorbacks downed Memphis, 7-2, in front of 10,062 fans. In 2010,
North Little Rock

THV Extra: Thea Foundation helping A+ school succeed
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May 15,2012 at 12:52 PM EST

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) -- The Thea Foundation is a longtime supporter of the arts in the classroom. Director Paul Leopoulos saw the dramatic effects of art and drama on his daughter, Thea. Now, he spends his time helping students like her. 

Thea Foundation sits on the corner of 4th...more and Main in North Little Rock. Leopoulos named it after his daughter. A daughter teachers called average. A daughter who struggled with anything math-related. A daughter teachers said wasn't good enough for gifted and talented programs. A daughter who died after her junior year in high school, but not before proving them wrong.

"Thea's foot is in my back, saying 'move forward, keep going, keep going," says Leopoulos.

That's just what he's doing, as he helps kids in classrooms in a way he didn't even realize existed before his teenage daughter taught him.

"The day after we lost her, her trig teacher called us to let us know she had an A in trig. Everyone knew she
North Little Rock

Songwriters' Showcase to give NLR musicians chance to shine
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May 14,2012 at 12:18 PM EST

Some of Arkansas' most talented musicians are getting together to share music and have fun! You can be in on it too -- just email jay@roguestarmedia.com.

Lucky's Bar and Grill is at 1101 Murphy Drive in Maumelle. All ages are welcome. There is a $5 cover charge, but kids ages 16 and...more under get in free.
Some of the musicians on the bill include Rena Wren, NailnDavidDown and Jessica Seven of Hot Springs; Bindlestiff, Nolan Reed and Alisyn Reid of Little Rock; The Stick Figures and According to Her of North Little Rock; and Burning the Past and Dan Petty of Conway.
For more on Arkansas' local music, check out roguestarmedia.com.
North Little Rock

'Strike Out Stroke'
May 14,2012 at 11:45 AM EST
“Strike Out Stroke” at Travelers Game To Raise Awareness, Honor Stroke Survivors
 
WHAT:           A helicopter and stroke survivors and their doctors will take part in ceremonies tonight before the Arkansas Travelers face the Springfield Cardinals at Dickey-Stephens Park.
 
The...more second annual event by AR SAVES (Arkansas Stroke Assistance through Virtual Emergency Support), highlights the use of a high-speed video communications system to help provide immediate, life-saving treatments to stroke patients 24 hours a day at  hospitals across the state.
 
To raise awareness about the benefits of seeking immediate treatment, a helicopter will bring UAMS’ Nicholas Bianchi, M.D., to the field to deliver the ball for the ceremonial first pitch. He will be met by several Arkansas stroke survivors. The survivors will deliver the ball to UAMS’ Curtis Lowery, M.D., who will throw the pitch.
 
AR SAVES is a partnership of the UAMS Center for Distance Health, the
North Little Rock

E.A. Ostedgaard, North Little Rock Leader, Dies at 86
May 14,2012 at 2:38 PM EST

North Little Rock businessman and civic leader E.A. Ostedgaard died Saturday, May 12. He was 86.
North Little Rock

St. Joseph's Faced Layoffs or Cuts, Says Mercy CEO
May 14,2012 at 2:56 PM EST

St. Joseph's Mercy Health System in Hot Springs would have faced layoffs or cuts in services if it had continued in the Mercy Health System
North Little Rock