Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
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💼 Business
Loblolly Hillcrest will debut its new soft serve ice cream on National Ice Cream Day, Sunday, July 20, at the landmark Kavanaugh Blvd location that now offers window service for ice cream pints, cups and sandwiches.
The open house will include free mini cones for the first 50 visitors — the shop is perfecting its recipes with six flavors and two nondairy options.
🚨 Crime
A Faulkner County jury sentenced a Conway man to 54 years in prison Monday for first-degree murder — the killing of 39-year-old DeCarlos Forte on Easter Sunday 2023.
📰 Economy
Arkansas business leaders remain optimistic about the lithium industry despite recent cuts to federal electric vehicle and clean energy programs.
They launched the Arkansas Lithium Technology Accelerator on Monday in El Dorado—linking lithium companies with tech startups to build a full supply chain for batteries used in electric vehicles and renewable energy projects.
🏛️ Government
County Judge Allen Dodson said the Surface Preservation Program will face short-term delays to improve county roads over the long term — a move expected to enhance road health in the future.
🎉 Conway Events
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2025 Conway Kid's Triathlon
7:30-11:00 a.m. — Carmichael Hall — Registration required — Engage in a fun and healthy triathlon experience for kids aged 6-15.
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