Today's headlines from KASU News for Friday, November 1, 2024, include the continuation of early voting in Arkansas with a detailed look at key races and ballot issues in Lawrence County. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announces a new prison for Charleston, Arkansas, surprising some local officials. Major infrastructure projects, including a $44 million grant for Route 49 bridge rehabilitation and a $100 million expansion by Welspun Tubular LLC at the Little Rock Port, are also highlighted. In sports, A-State basketball kicks off its season next Monday, significant matchups in college football and professional basketball results are also covered. Additionally, a new grant boosts cybersecurity research at U.A. Little Rock.
00:30 Early Voting and Local Elections in Lawrence County
01:42 Jonesboro Mayoral Race: Campaign Contributions and Expenditures
02:24 New Prison Announcement in Franklin County
03:01 Federal Funding for Arkansas Roadway Improvements
03:40 National Recognition for Arkansas Project
04:57 New Cybersecurity Grant for U.A. Little Rock
06:03 Major Expansion Announcement at Little Rock Port
07:35 A-State Basketball Season Kickoff
08:32 College Football Showdown: Ole Miss vs. Arkansas
08:52 Sports Update: Memphis Grizzlies vs. Milwaukee Bucks
