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KASU News: Early Voting, Mayoral Debate, and Local Sports Highlights

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Today's headlines from KASU News for Monday, October 21, 2024, include key information on early voting starting today across Arkansas, with specifics on deadlines and requirements. The mayoral candidates in Jonesboro debated issues of trust, crime, and progress in a lively town hall event. The Arkansas Supreme Court ruled on early voting sites in West Memphis. Plans are in motion to demolish a historic building in Jonesboro due to safety concerns. Noteworthy sports updates cover the Red Wolves' victory over Southern Miss and the Razorbacks' loss to LSU. In remembrance, Thelma Mothershed Wair, one of the Little Rock Nine, passed away at 83.

00:30 Early Voting Information and Deadlines

01:34 Jonesboro Mayoral Debate Highlights

03:50 Early Voting Controversy in West Memphis

05:20 Jonesboro Mayor Addresses Historic Building Condemnation

06:46 Passing of Civil Rights Icon Thelma Mothershed Wair

07:03 College Football Highlights

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A Northeast Arkansas native from Wynne, I’ve been involved with radio for about 15 years. I got my Bachelor of Arts degree from Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, where I also served as an award-winning News Director for 2 years at KSWH-LP.