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Former Texas High School Band Instructor Receives Sentence For Grooming Students
A Texarkana, Arkansas Man Is Going To Federal Prison For A Very Long Time After Pleading Guilty To Some Heinous Acts. A former director of the Texas High School color guard plead guilty to federal charges connected to alleged sexual misconduct in a shocking story that rocked educators and parents across the area.
Sunny’s Stir Fry set to open on College Avenue
A new Chinese restaurant that has been in the works for a little over a year will open soon in central Fayetteville. The new restaurant, called Sunny’s Stir Fry, will be located in the building at 2335 N. College Ave., in the space formerly home to Best Sports. The...
Sam Pittman is on the hot seat at Arkansas, and he brought in former Hogs coach Bobby Petrino as OC
DALLAS (AP) — Arkansas coach Sam Pittman made a headline-grabbing hire in the offseason when he brought Bobby Petrino back to Fayetteville as offensive coordinator. Petrino was head coach of the Razorbacks from 2008-11, but was fired after a scandal involving an extramarital affair and a motorcycle crash. Petrino...
Pitching performance propels Stuttgart Ricemen to state championship game today in Hot Springs
Another game brought another superb pitching performance for the Stuttgart Ricemen. This time it was rising sophomore Beau Barnes who delivered Stuttgart’s second complete game of the tournament, powering his team to the American Legion Junior State Championship game as a result. Stuttgart faced off against Conway in the...
Slim Chickens to open Mountain Home doors on July 31
Slim Chickens, a fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in fresh chicken dishes, is expanding its presence in Arkansas with a new location in Mountain Home. The restaurant, located at 2534 Hwy 62 E, is scheduled to open on July 31st, marking another milestone in the brand’s growth across the state and nation.
Andrew Best, recognized for his captivating music tailored for families, will be performing live at the Independence County Library on Thursday, July 25
SINGER/SONGWRITER ANDREW BEST TO PERFORM AT INDEPENDENCE COUNTY LIBRARY. (Batesville, AR) Andrew Best, recognized for his captivating music tailored for families, will be performing live at the Independence County Library on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 2 p.m. The event, aimed at both children and parents, includes engaging tunes that are as whimsical and entertaining as they are educational.
Fort Smith man celebrates 40th year working at Taco Bell
FORT SMITH, Ark. — Roger Pinkerton, a Fort Smith man, was celebrated for his 40th year working at Taco Bell on Grand Avenue. Taco Bell held a celebration for him on Thursday, July 18, from 2-4 p.m. The public was invited to join the celebration, where free drinks were provided.
Arkansas Activities Association enshrined Hall of Fame class of 2024
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (KAIT) - The Arkansas Activities Association enshrined the Hall of Fame class of 2024. Former Osceola basketball coach Frankie Gathen, former Marmaduke basketball coach Chester Barner Jr., and Pocahontas alum Jeff Williams are among the honorees. Arkansas High School Coaches Association - 2024 Inductees. Steve Lynch (Bergman/Jasper)
LIVE MUSIC IN ARKANSAS: Ouachita River Band performs on town’s Front Porch Stage
Live Music Flourishes on Front Porch Stage in Mount Ida. The town of Mount Ida in Montgomery County, Arkansas, is abuzz with musical energy as the Ouachita River Band takes to the Front Porch Stage. This outdoor family-friendly live music venue has been a staple of the community since 1999, hosting free performances of bluegrass, gospel, country, and more every Saturday night from May to October.
Mental evaluation ordered for Rogers man accused of stabbing coworker with ‘X-Acto knife’
A Rogers man accused of stabbing his coworker at a convenience store in June has pleaded not guilty and been ordered to undergo a mental evaluation, according to Benton County prosecutor Joshua Robinson.
Repairs planned for Lake Sequoyah dam
CHEROKEE VILLAGE, Ark. (KAIT) - The Suburban Improvement District (SID) plans to make repairs to the dam at Lake Sequoyah in Cherokee Village. This comes after civil engineers conducted inspections in November of 2023 and found a leak. The lake has been a hotspot for people to visit and enjoy...
Siloam Springs Equipment Rodeo Set for August 3
The City of Siloam Springs proudly announces the inaugural Siloam Springs Equipment Rodeo, set to take place on Saturday, August 3rd at 9 a.m. The highly anticipated event will be held at the La-Z-Boy Softball Fields, located at 1284 N. Lincoln Street, Siloam Springs. The Equipment Rodeo is the premier...
Construction nearly complete on nursing home destroyed by tornado
TRUMANN, Ark. (KAIT) - More than two years after it was destroyed by a tornado, a Trumann nursing home is one step closer to reopening its doors. On the night of Dec. 10, 2021, an EF-2 tornado laid waste to Quail Run Health and Rehab, 1316 Industrial Park Dr. Two...
Fayetteville City Council unanimously approves Sunday alcohol sales to be on November ballot
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — It's official: Registered voters in Fayetteville will decide in November whether to allow the sale of alcohol on Sundays in the city. According to Fayetteville City Attorney Kit Williams, a total of 4,276 signatures were verified from a petition led by the organization Keep Our Dollars in Fayetteville. That number of signatures reached the threshold needed to be filed to successfully call for the election.
Texarkana honors community member by naming street after her
TEXARKANA, Ark. (KSLA) - For more than 70 years, a Charles Street home in Texarkana has been the residence of Thelma Evans. Born in 1921, Thelma is now 103 years old. Her neighbors and the City of Texarkana Arkansas recently honored the centenarian by naming part of the street after her.
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