AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPublic Safety: Arkansas State Police are searching for Rodney Smith, who escaped a Brinkley detention center after reportedly assaulting officers and taking a Taser. Authorities warn the public not to approach him. Election Watch: Saline County early voting topped 23,000, while federal election monitors are expected in two Arkansas counties. Hempstead County voters will decide Tuesday whether to authorize up to $13.5 million in hospital bonds, backed by an already-approved sales tax. Business: West Fraser plans to indefinitely close its Leola sawmill, putting about 100 jobs at risk as housing-market weakness weighs on lumber demand. The news follows Canfor’s $96 million El Dorado mill expansion, which is expected to add 75 jobs. Oversight: A suspected email scam sent roughly $1.9 million intended for Pulaski County’s jail medical provider to a fraudulent account after payment details were changed without verification. Sports: Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy is expected to make his season debut Saturday against Arkansas after recovering from an offseason gunshot injury.
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