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Uptick in rain chances tomorrow
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — 40/29 Chief Meteorologist Darby Bybee is expecting an uptick in rain chances tomorrow - and even higher chances on Saturday.Watch the videocast above to learn more. 7-Day Forecast River Valley | 7-Day Forecast Northwest Arkansas | Interactive Radar | Live Skycams. 40/29 Get Ready Weather Team.
Women’s Golf unveils 2024-25 schedule
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Fresh off another trip to the NCAA Championships last spring, the Arkansas women’s golf team is set to travel from coast-to-coast during the 2024-25 season starting August 30 – September 1 at the Carmel Cup in Pebble Beach, Calif. “I’m excited to get the...
Man arrested for Mercy lockdown pleads not guilty, public defender asks for ‘fitness evaluation’
The man arrested in connection with a lockdown at Mercy Hospital Fort Smith on July 22 has pleaded not guilty, according to court documents.
Remembering Arkansas’s 35-yard drive to earn first victory in the Swamp.
The 2023-24 season was a disaster by nearly every measure. Arkansas's offense was stagnant partly due to the unimaginative play calling from retread offensive coordinator Dan Enos. The offensive line was uncharacteristically bad for a Sam Pittman team. It was also the first time Arkansas hadn't been invited to a bowl game since Pittman took over the program. But one shiny silver lining pops out from last season. The Razorbacks went into the Swamp and beat Florida for the first time. It was the first game after Pittman let Enos go and the first game called by receivers coach Kenny...
License board revokes contractor's license following customer complaints
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — A construction company with multiple complaints against them has lost their license for what former customers claim they did not finish jobs they were paid for. After hearing eight different formal complaints at the meeting on Wednesday against the company, Pole Barns of...
High school football schedules for Arkansas, Oklahoma teams in Fort Smith area
The middle of the summer is here, which means high school football isn't far behind. Teams can begin practice for the 2024 Arkansas high school football season on Aug. 5, with first games scheduled for Labor Day weekend, Aug. 29-31. The regular season goes into early November, with the playoffs scheduled to begin Nov. 15. ...
Register Now For Axe Throwing Course at UA Hope-Texarkana
How would you like to learn the art of Axe Throwing? The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Community Education Department will have an axe-throwing class in August so here is your chance to learn all about axe throwing. The class will be held on Tuesday, August 27 from 5:30 PM to...
Little Rock Weekend Guide: July 25-28
From wine flights to 5Ks to foodie festivals, there’s a little bit of everything this weekend. Let’s get into it. National Wine & Cheese Day at BCW // Yes, there are plenty of places to celebrate this esteemed holiday, but where better than a restaurant where those very items are two-thirds of its name? The SoMa spot is marking the day with discounts on cheese boards, wine flights, fondue and sommelier-selected sips. Specials last all day from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Learn more here.
Wynne Junior High to kick off school year with Swarm Summit
WYNNE — Wynne Junior High School is expanding its Flight period to include a Swarm Summit to kick off the 2024-2025 school year. The summit will be held on the first two days of school, Thursday, Aug. 1, and Friday, Aug. 2. “We’re in the process of becoming a...
$40,000 Mega Millions ticket sold in Clarendon
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — A winning Mega Millions® ticket worth $40,000 was sold for the July 23 drawing at Aclaren Inc., 503 Madison St. in Clarendon. The winning numbers were 3, 9, 14, 26 and 51, and the Megaball® was 21. The Megaplier® was 4. The...
Sebastian County Quorum Court again rejects funds for Waterpark expansion
The Sebastian County Quorum Court in a special meeting Thursday (July 25) once again voted against funding its part of a slide expansion at Parrot Island Waterpark. The connected slide complex includes two tube slides, two mat racers and one body slide. Before a motion was put on the floor...
Blytheville optometrist youngest recipient of national optometry award
BLYTHEVILLE, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release)--The American Optometric Association (AOA) recently recognized Matt Jones, O.D., of Blytheville, as the organization’s 2024 Optometrist of the Year. AOA cited the tireless advocacy work Dr. Jones has led in Arkansas to expand access of care to patients throughout the state by allowing optometrists...
Ten Cross County cheerleaders named All-American for 2024-2025 season
CHERRY VALLEY — Ten Cross County cheerleaders have been named All-American cheerleaders for the 2024-2025 season. Named to the All-American Cheer team are Avery Johnson, Adlee Morgan, Myla Wilson, Taylor Tillman, Jenna Organ, Mali Wallis, Jonia Patterson, Selena Saldana, Macy Morelock, and Payton Walker. Adlee Morgan received a perfect score during her tryout.
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