Most would-be jurors heard of dead TV anchor case (UALR Public Radio) - Of the 100 or so prospective jurors summoned for a capital murder trial, only one told a judge that she had never heard of TV anchorwoman Anne Pressly and her grisly death a year ago.

Curtis Lavelle Vance went on trial Monday in Pressly's death and could be executed if convicted. Circuit Judge Chris Piazza said he expects testimony to begin sometime Wednesday, after he and lawyers select jurors and alternates.

Witnesses expected to testify were brought into court Monday and potential jurors were asked to identify any connections to them. Casual acquaintances were allowed to stay in the pool, but those with close ties were excused.

Vance has pleaded not guilty. Piazza said the trial could take two weeks.

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