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Hempstead County Fair preparation underway
HOPE – The Hempstead County Fair is next week, August 24-30 at Hope Fair Park. The deadline is this Wednesday, August 20th coming up for those who want to register for the arts and crafts, photography, horticulture, canning, baked goods or flower show. Registration must be done online at http://hempstead.fairwire.com. The registration for livestock entries has already passed. For those who need help with registration they can go to the Hempstead County Extension Service for help.
Body found in Moccasin Creek identified as Mountain Home resident
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office has identified the body found in Moccasin Creek on August 15th as 50-year-old Rickey Joe Millsap of Mountain Home. The identification was made over the weekend through fingerprint analysis, and Millsap’s next of kin have been notified of his death. The circumstances surrounding...
Dirt Late Model Foes Remember Scott Bloomquist
LOCUST GROVE, Ark. — Like most folks in the Batesville Motor Speedway pits on Friday afternoon ahead of Topless 100 preliminary night, Mike Marlar cooped up inside his transporter to get away from the oppressive evening that pushed temperatures toward 100 degrees. While it was possible to escape the...
El Dorado Insider fall issue available
The City of El Dorado has released a new comprehensive dining guide focusing on food, festivals and seasonal fun. The El Dorado Insider Fall Guide includes the 2024 El Dorado Dining Guide, featuring more than 75 places to dine out. The dining guide includes an article on DP’s Food Truck Park, a look at South-of-the-border selections in El Dorado and a section called Order Up! -- personal profiles highlighting local waitstaff and their recommendations for dining out.
Marriages and Divorces Aug. 18
The following marriage licenses were recorded, according to the Jefferson County Clerk's Office:. Chadd Jamison Thompson, 40, and Kelly Taylor Bussell, 40, both of Pine Bluff, recorded July 25. Korey Randall Davis, 22, of Pine Bluff, and Kaylie Jewel Hoskins, 22, of White Hall, recorded Aug. 13. Clayton Robert Reynolds,...
Couple finds joy in wake of tragedy
NEW EDINBURG -- There are love stories -- and then there are extraordinary love stories. Bruce and Helen Browning Grice of New Edinburg were the stepfather and mother of 22-year-old single mother and licensed practical nurse Callie Weems, who was slain in the June 21 Mad Butcher shooting in Fordyce.
Building Arkansas’s future: lithium industry support is high priority for SAU
As the global community moves toward sustainable energy solutions, Arkansas is uniquely positioned to lead this transition. The state, particularly the southwestern region, is rich in natural resources, including significant lithium deposits. This discovery marks a new chapter for Arkansas, offering the potential to become a major player in the energy sector, as the focus shifts toward an all-of-the-above approach to energy production and consumption.
Arkansas Weather Alert: Highs to Hit Lower 90s Under Clear Skies
Little Rock, AR – Arkansas residents can expect a mild night followed by a hot day as temperatures rise across the state. According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, tonight’s lows will range from the mid-60s to near 70 degrees, providing a comfortable respite from the heat.
LITTLE ROCK NOTEBOOK: Wastewater authority’s Jean Block named to industry group’s board | Lemur at zoo euthanized | Quotes sought for Main Library’s ceiling
Jean Block, the newly appointed CEO of the Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority, has been named to an industry group’s board. Block, who assumed the role effective August 14, 2023, brings extensive experience to the position, having served as the utility’s chief legal officer and overseeing various departments. She is committed to driving innovation, efficiency, and sustainability for the utility.
Louisiana, Arkansas, or Texas: which state has most deadly tornadoes?
A new study uses information reported by the National Centers for Environmental Information, including the number of tornadoes per 1000 square miles and the number of direct and indirect deaths, to calculate the top ten most deadly states for tornadoes.
Vehicle crash injures two minors, one airlifted
CRAIGHEAD COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - Two minors were injured in a vehicle crash on Sunday. According to Captain Jason Allen of the Craighead County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened around 6:47 p.m. on Craighead County Road 372, a mile off Hasbrook Road. He said a 17-year-old driver was eastbound...
First responders help save one-year-old
HOXIE, Ark. (KAIT) - First responders in Hoxie were called to the scene of an unresponsive child on Wednesday, Aug. 14. Hoxie Police Department along with Hoxie Fire Department, Walnut Ridge Police Department, and Medic One were dispatched to the Church of God after receiving a call about a child in distress who was not breathing.
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