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106-year-old Batesville Freemason awarded prestigious honor
BATESVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - A Batesville native is the oldest living Scottish Rite Mason in the country. Master Mason 32° Lloyd Gathright received multiple awards on Monday, July 15, at Mount Zion Lodge #10 where family, friends, and members of the Freemason Brotherhood surrounded him. The Ancient & Accepted...
Fire department roll out new truck
Batesville, Ark. (KAIT) - One fire department has an extra set of wheels for future calls. The Batesville Fire Department received the new truck earlier this month. This much-needed upgrade comes after the older model experienced too much wear and tear with one firefighter noting that the hose was “dry-rotted.”
Boil order issued for Strawberry
STRAWBERRY, Ark. (KAIT) - The Arkansas Department of Health has issued a boil water order for Strawberry. The ADH issued the order Thursday for the entire Strawberry Waterworks system. The department cited an “inadequate disinfectant level” in the Lawrence County town’s water system. Residents are advised to...
Benton hospital opens milk bank to benefit Arkansas infants
BENTON, Ark. – A hospital in Benton is opening a resource to provide milk for sick and vulnerable infants throughout Arkansas. Officials with the Saline Memorial Hospital said in a Friday release it was opening a milk bank in support of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Milk Bank program.
Ark. Supreme Court Chief Justice praises court system during visit to Texarkana
TEXARKANA, Ark. (KSLA) - Chief Justice John Dan Kemp, of the Arkansas Supreme Court, paid a visit to the Miller County Courthouse in Texarkana Friday (July 19). The chief justice met with area judges and other members of the court system. He said he’s visiting the districts across the state and praising the work being done in the Arkansas court system.
Authorities search for runaway 15-year-old Arkansas boy
GUY, Arkansas — The Faulkner County Sheriff's Office and the City of Guy Police Department are searching for a 15-year-old runaway. Authorities said Audie Wharton was last seen on foot leaving the area of North Bolden Hills Road at 1:40 p.m. on July 19, 2024. Audie was last seen...
Mr Brews Taphouse to Open First Arkansas Location
Park Plaza is set to enhance its dining landscape with the introduction of Mr Brews Taphouse, a gourmet burger and craft beer restaurant. Slated to open later this year, this establishment marks the national chain’s first venture into Arkansas and will be the first taphouse and grill in the Midtown area of Little Rock.
Victim identified in truck versus train crash
BROOKLAND, Ark. (KAIT) - Police identified the victim who was killed in a truck versus train crash in Brookland. Arkansas State Police said 34-year-old Larry Ishmael Cox, of Bay, was killed in a crash that occurred around 1:20 p.m., Friday, July 19, at the railroad crossing on County Road 928 near Highway 49.
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic in August For Texarkana & Ashdown
If you own a dog or a cat then you know, important responsibilities come with it. From diet and exercise to vaccinations and having them neutered or spayed. Being a responsible pet owner can get expensive, but there is help. There will be two Low Cost Spay and Neuter Clinic in August that will be held in Texarkana and another one in Ashdown.
Teens, families focus of $200,000 opioid settlement funds for Arkansas nonprofit
Amber Govan often can be found inside an unassuming building off 12th Street in Little Rock working with students during after-school programs or consulting federal agencies on community violence intervention through her nonprofit, Carter’s Crew. Carter’s Crew helps teens in Central Arkansas who have been in the justice system or live in crime-heavy neighborhoods; it […] The post Teens, families focus of $200,000 opioid settlement funds for Arkansas nonprofit appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
North Little Rock police officer on leave after firing service weapon during traffic stop
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — An investigation is underway after a North Little Rock police officer discharged their service weapon during a traffic stop, resulting in the driver fleeing on foot. According to reports, an officer conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of East Washington Avenue and Birch...
Women’s Golf Championship Comes to Hot Springs
One of Arkansas’ “hidden gems” golf courses is getting more exposure as it hosts its second national event in as many years. The Hot Springs Country Club will host the 94th Ladies National Golf Association Amateur Championship from July 23 to July 25. Tee time is 7:30...
Pine Bluff leaders discuss project focused on fixing flood troubles
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas — One of Arkansas's most flood-prone areas is in Jefferson County. Pine Bluff's spot on the Arkansas River is what helped it grow as a city, but it has also often been a source of its flood problems. Several people attended the Watershed Improvement Project meeting...
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