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CHARLES BLOSSOMS AS LINEBACKER LEADER
CONWAY, Ark. _ The leader of the University of Central Arkansas linebacking corps for 2024 did not seem like a likely candidate to fill that role four years ago. Senior Demetrias Charles, a 6-foot, 210-pounder from Texarkana, Ark., initially came to UCA without a scholarship. "He actually started out as...
OSU defeats Central Arkansas 4-0, improves to 3-0
With the two biggest games of its nonconference schedule in the rearview, OSU hit the road to take on Central Arkansas. With wins against Nebraska and Oklahoma already secured and a trip to San Diego State next, UCA could’ve easily fallen into trap-game territory. The Cowgirls put those fears...
A-State Battles to a Draw Against Murray State, 0-0
JONESBORO, Ark. (8/25/24) – Despite multiple opportunities for both sides, Arkansas State women's soccer (2-0-1) and Murray State (1-2-1) were unable to find the net as the contest finished in a tie on Sunday afternoon at the A-State Soccer Complex. Damaris Deschaine picked up her third clean sheet of...
Man charged with first-degree murder for Little Rock homicide
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Little Rock Police Department has arrested a man for his involvement in the death of a woman over the weekend. According to reports, on Saturday night officers were called to a home on Adams Street about an "assist medical call." When they got there...
Felony Warrant Leads to Child Endangerment Charges in Hoxie
HOXIE, Ark. — A felony warrant served over the weekend in Hoxie led to the arrest of a man on multiple child endangerment charges. On Saturday, August 24, officers from the Hoxie Police Department served a felony warrant on Allen Winemiller at his residence, a media release said. The warrant for his arrest was for felony and misdemeanor drug paraphernalia charges. Once in custody, an SIS compliance check was conducted on the residence where both felony and misdemeanor items were located, according to police, who also added there were four minors in the home.
Man dead in Saturday evening crash
INDEPENDENCE COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) – A man is dead after a Saturday evening ATV crash. According to a preliminary crash report, police were dispatched to a crash on Punch Lane in Batesville, Arkansas at 10:45 p.m. Marshal Reed, 23 of Locust Grove, was traveling West in his 2001 Kawasaki...
Jefferson County Judge changes weight limits to “protect roads” while disrupting logging and forestry industries
Many people in the logging industry are still facing the repercussions of the Jefferson County Judge changing the weight limit on county roads with apparently no notice to the industries.
Murray, Sample win Arvest Charity Golf Tournament
Jonathan Murray and Joey Sample were crowned the winners of the Arvest Charity Golf Tournament Saturday at Big Creek Golf and Country Club. Murray and Sample captured the Championship Flight with an 11-under-par 61. Larry Forrester and Brett Killian finished as the runners-up as they were one stroke off the...
Preseason Blitz: Dunbar looks to lead Arkansas High back to Playoffs
TEXARKANA, Texas (KTAL/KMSS) — Arkansas High has improved in each season of the Trey Outlaw era. Last year the Razorbacks finished with a 6-4 record and just missed the playoffs. The Hogs fully believe they’re a playoff team in 2024. “Really to make it to the playoffs,” said...
Mark’s Arkansas Land Clearing Service Expands with New Location in Greenbrier
GREENBRIER, AR – August 21, 2024 – Mark’s Arkansas Land Clearing Service, a leading provider of land clearing solutions, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Greenbrier, Arkansas. The expansion marks a significant milestone for the company as it continues to meet the growing demand for top-quality land clearing services in the region.
Animal Control and NAFA Rescue hold Rubber Duck Race event
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Jonesboro Animal Control and Northeast Arkansans for Animals held a rubber duck race at Embassy Suites from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. The event invited families from around the community to come participate in duck races, a duck egg hunt, there was ice cream and prizes, and other activities for kids.
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences to hold a special puberty education session for girls aged 8-14
Little Rock, Arkansas – The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is once again offering its highly regarded Girlology session on September 22, aimed at helping young girls navigate the challenges of puberty with increased confidence. This engaging event, designed for girls aged 8 to 14 along with their parents or caregivers, will take place from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. in the spacious 12th-floor auditorium of the Jackson T. Stephens Spine & Neurosciences Institute.
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