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Early Independence Day celebrations underway in Barling
BARLING, Ark. — Early Independence Day celebrations are underway for the 8th Annual Barling July 3rd Blowout. Organizers estimate more than 5,000 people attended last year's event at Barling City Park. "We do it a day early mainly just so everyone gets to come," said Megan Griffin, with the...
Power restored in Sebastian County
SEBASTIAN COUNTY, Ark. — Thousands were without power on the night of Tuesday, July 2, in Sebastian County. According to the SWEPCO power outage map, nearly 2,000 customers were experiencing outages in the area as of 10:30 p.m., including customers in Greenwood. At its peak, nearly 3,200 customers were...
What if it rains? Arkansas cities are prepared for wet weather on the Fourth of July
FORT SMITH, Ark. — Heavy rain is possible in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley Thursday night, creating a potential problem for people planning to watch public fireworks shows. We talked to organizers to learn about their plans in case it rains. Bentonville. The fireworks at Orchards Park have...
Arkansas authorities investigating after 19-year-old killed in hit-and-run
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Arkansas State Police is now investigating an incident where a woman was killed during a hit-and-run incident on Wednesday night. According to reports, witnesses said that a vehicle hit a 19-year-old woman identified as Kalei Owen of Bentonville after she ran from the woods and into the roadway on Interstate 530 in Jefferson County.
WFA Announces Fourth Cohort of Tjuana Byrd Summer Internship
In collaboration with several Arkansas companies, the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas (WFA) has announced the fourth annual Tjuana Byrd Summer Internship Program cohort. This 12-week internship, named after WFA’s first Black president, Honorable Tjuana Byrd Manning, is for Arkansas women of color pursuing degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics (STEAM), finance and related fields. The program aims to enhance access and representation in these fields by removing barriers such as cost, social capital and geographic location.
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: Dangerous Heat for the Fourth of July; Storms tonight, relief tomorrow
More Extreme Heat today with heat indices climbing over 115° and possibly close to 120°. This is dangerous heat, so be safe and be smart by staying inside as much as possible and keep drinking water all day. This afternoon will produce some isolated showers and thunderstorms, but...
Remains of Arkansas-born sailor lost at Pearl Harbor identified, set to be buried in Arlington National Cemetery
The remains of a sailor born in Arkansas and killed in the early hours of the Pearl Harbor attack that pulled the US into World War II have been identified and will receive a formal military internment.
Northern Arkansas Storm Alert: Hail and Winds up to 60 MPH Chance Today
Little Rock, AR – Northern Arkansas residents should brace for severe thunderstorms today, as a cold front brings the potential for quarter-sized hail and winds up to 60 mph. The US National Weather Service in Little Rock reports that the most likely time for these storms is during the...
Oklahoma, Arkansas Prepare for 100°F Heat, Quarter-Sized Hail and 80 MPH Winds Tonight
Tulsa, OK – Parts of Oklahoma and Arkansas are bracing for severe weather today, with temperatures expected to reach 100°F. Cooler temperatures and potential severe storms are anticipated this evening, bringing quarter-sized hail and winds up to 80 mph. According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, an...
Severe Heat Warnings and Scattered Storms Expected in Louisiana and Arkansas
Shreveport, LA – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings of severe weather conditions for Louisiana and Arkansas this Independence Day weekend. Today, the region will experience isolated to widely scattered showers and thunderstorms, particularly affecting South Central Arkansas and North Central Louisiana. According to the NWS, the...
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