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Conway opens state tourney with 6-1 win over Cabot
Conway Secures State Tourney Win with Dominant Performance. The much-anticipated state tournament match between Conway and Cabot took place, and Conway made a resounding statement with a 6-1 victory. From the get-go, Conway showed its intensity, combining for five runs in the first two innings. This early surge propelled them...
This former Fair Park, Battle Wings standout nabbed SAU sports hall of fame recognition
Former Fair Park and Southern Arkansas standout Val Morris, who spent time in two NFL training camps, will be inducted into the SAU Sports Hall of Fame this fall with seven additional candidates. Morris was unstoppable as a wideout during his tenure with the Muleriders (1990-93) when he snagged a then program record 151 passes and set a single-game receiving yards record with 216 against Howard Payne in 1992. He became SAU’s second receiver to surpass 2,000...
$1 Million bond given to Jonesboro man
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 23, 2024 – During a traffic stop conducted by JPD on Saturday, 44-year-old Andres Garcia was found to be in possession of drugs and firearms. Additionally, he was wanted in three different states for human trafficking and other charges. The report...
Jonesboro men involved in Missouri fatal crash
PEMISCOT COUNTY, Mo. (KAIT) - A Jonesboro man suffered minor injuries in a crash that claimed another man’s life. Missouri State Highway Patrol reported the crash happened at 11:47 p.m. Sunday, July 21, on Interstate 55 near the 25.6 mile marker in Pemiscot County. According to the crash report,...
‘Broken Trail’ Movie Being Filmed in Arkansas
According to several sources, an independent Western film, “Broken Trail,” is being filmed in Van Buren. “Broken Trail” is directed by Johnny Remo and produced by Skipstone Pictures. Reminiscent of the Wild West, the movie is set on the backdrop of the Arkansas River Valley, with freshly laid dirt coating the streets of Van Buren’s downtown.
West Fork Softball in First State Appearance Takes on Van Meter in 2A Quarterfinal on Tuesday
The West Fork softball team will take a groundbreaking step as a program by playing in their first ever state tournament game against Van Meter in a Class 2A quarterfinal on Tuesday. #8 seed West Fork (18-7) punched their ticket to state with wins over South Hardin, Grundy Center and...
Catholic church in Hartford continues to get vandalized
HARTFORD, ARKANSAS, Ark. — Over the last few weeks St. Leo's Church in Sebastian County has been vandalized three different times. Parishioner Guy Dickinson said he found the first damage a few weeks ago. "I came up on Saturday, a couple of weeks ago ... When I pulled in,...
Demolition begins on the old Paragould City Hall
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - It was in with the new a few weeks ago, now it’s out with the old for Paragould city hall. The city began the demolition of the old city hall building on Monday, July 22. City employees and the police department used the building. It...
22 Jul 2024 Food giveaway planned for Thursday in North Little Rock
NORTH LITTLE ROCK — The New Hope Baptist Church Social Service Ministry will give food away on Thursday, July 25 at 1821 Edmonds St North Little Rock. Under the leadership of Pastor Dr. George Shears III, New Hope Baptist serves the community of North Little Rock with food giveaways on the fourth Thursday of the month. Last year, they served 1,752 families and provided 83,797 pounds of food. Members donated 2,124 volunteer hours.
Arkansas Football Recruiting: Kane Archer’s Decision Hinges on Brother Cash’s Commitment
Arkansas football's recruiting landscape faces challenges as local prospects commit elsewhere, but the Archer brothers from Greenwood offer a potential game-changer. Kane Archer, a standout quarterback, seeks to follow in his brother Cash's footsteps, a highly recruited linebacker prospect. Cash's decision could sway Kane's college choice, with Arkansas being a top contender. Their father highlights the impact of Cash's commitment on Kane's decision, indicating a potential quadrupling of the Razorbacks' chances with Cash onboard.
Blood donations are urgently needed for patients in southern Missouri and northern Arkansas
The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks is down to less than a day of blood for area patients, and it's urging eligible donors to give as soon as possible. This marks the most severe shortage in over two years, according to Michelle Teter, spokesperson for CBCO. The blood bank is calling it "an emergency need."
UAMS receives $5 million for geriatric education
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a five-year, $5 million federal grant to support the UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative in its mission to improve the quality of care for older adults. The Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program grant, awarded by the Health Resources and Services Administration...
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