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Benton County Sheriff's Office mourns loss of K-9 Kilo
BENTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — A Benton County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) K-9 belonging to Detective Ralph Bartley died on July 12. Kilo was 12 years old. "Until we meet again, Kilo, I will always love you," Bartley said. "Rest easy, we have the watch from here." Kilo and Bartley...
Rogers officials give tornado damage cleanup update alongside drone footage of giant debris pile
ROGERS, Ark. — On July 12, the City of Rogers released an update on efforts to clean up storm damage from the May 26 tornadoes that swept through Benton County, killing four and destroying countless homes. According to Rogers Spokesperson Peter Masonis, curbside debris pickup continues from 7 a.m....
WATCH: Dan Skoff discusses Memorial Day weekend tornado outbreak with Benton County mayors
Chief Meteorologist Dan Skoff with Your Weather Authority sat down with Benton County mayors to discuss their experiences during the Memorial Day weekend tornado outbreak.
Benton County first responders receive active shooting training at Gravette High School
Multiple first responders entered Gravette High School to receive training that will prepare them for any active shooting and mass casualty situation.
Bentonville DMV seeing longer lines than usual after tornado damage closes Rogers location
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Hundreds are joining the line for DMV services in Bentonville after the closure of another Benton County office. Waiting in line for the DMV is a universal experience that many share. Hayley Wilbur said it's especially so this summer as many have had to go to the Bentonville DMV after tornado damage hit the Rogers location.
Northwest Arkansas Council makes shattering offer for 50 businesses
The Northwest Arkansas Council and EPIC Glass Recycling of Little Rock are offering four months of free glass recycling to 50 NWA businesses. Why it matters: Recycling glass reduces energy consumption, air pollution and the use of raw materials to make new glass. State of play: Bars, restaurants, liquor stores...
'She's a fighter' | Family recounts devastating crash and daring rescue in Benton County
On Friday, June 14, wife, mother, and grandmother Nadia Johnson was in Rogers visiting her family when the unthinkable happened. A devastating crash in Northwest Arkansas sent one woman to the hospital with life-changing injuries. As she and her family still recover, they're speaking out about how a lack of...
Local man arrested on warrant stemming from child-porn charges
A 38-year-old man who court documents indicate is a Eureka Springs resident is being held in the Benton County jail on a $500,000 bond and faces multiple child porn charges despite reportedly telling an investigator that he is part of an online “predator hunter” group working to aid police.
Benton County Planning Board approves plan for farm-to-table restaurant, farm
BENTONVILLE --The Benton County Planning Board voted 6-0 to allow a proposed agricultural food production business with a 34-seat farm-to-table restaurant to proceed. All board members -- with the exception of Vernon Reams, who was absent -- voted to approve the plan for Sun Painted Farms at their meeting July 3.
Northwest Arkansas rescue crews are prepared for potential flooding
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — With rain moving into Arkansas from Hurricane Beryl, emergency crews are staying ready for the potential of flash flooding throughout Northwest Arkansas. “A few times a year we have people that drive through water, and we have to go in and get them out of that," Bentonville Fire Battalion Chief Gene Holland said. “If you see any water on the roadway that you're not able to see the road, it's important — turn around.”
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