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Siplast, Arkadelphia Area Chamber of Commerce hosts event for new storm testing facility
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Arkadelphia officials gathered with leaders from a commercial roofing and waterproofing company today to cut a ribbon on its new storm testing facility. The 'Rise Storm Testing Facility' allows the company Siplast to test its roofing products and equipment against wind uplift, hail, and other severe weather conditions.
Rising funeral costs could foster a new burial trend that's better for the environment
ARKANSAS, USA — Among the unenviable tasks a funeral director has to perform is guiding the grief-stricken through one of the saddest times of their lives and then handing them a bill indicative of one of the most expensive times in their lives. And lately, those costs— more than...
How Arkansas officials are helping those without flood insurance
FAULKNER COUNTY, Ark — Many people in Arkansas have had a firsthand experience with floodwaters, especially the people living in Faulkner County. The recent heavy rains have damaged homes and businesses in the area and caused several roads to have to close until the rain subsided. Though those roads and streets have reopened, the damage that was left behind can be difficult to repair and some insurance policies may not cover the costs.
Bentonville launches slate of public engagement events for new draft future land use plan
Bentonville Prepares for Public Input on Future Land Use Plan. As part of the ongoing effort to address the city’s growth, Bentonville is set to engage residents in a new round of public events to discuss the draft future land use plan. The city’s leadership aims to gather valuable input from the community to shape the city’s development.
Did the global tech outage impact emergency services in Arkansas?
ARKANSAS, USA — In the age of technology, service connection is imperative to keep necessary facilities running smoothly, including public safety. When service outages happen, one of the biggest questions is how people in danger will receive help. "People are very dependent on wireless information technology, and if there's...
West Memphis Animal Shelter honored for rescuing dozens of pets from hoarding situation
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (WMC) - The Crittenden County Sheriff’s Department presented staff at the West Memphis Animal Shelter with an Appreciation Award on Thursday for their help during an animal hoarding bust in May. Shelter director Kerry Facello and her staff helped rescue 72 dogs and one cat after...
Fort Smith police respond to black bear perched in tree
FORT SMITH, Ark. — The Fort Smith Police Department responded to a young black bear in the area on July 19. FSPD said in a release that officers responded to the 1900 block of S. 21st St. to contain the bear, which was perched in a tree. Arkansas Game...
Farmington High School students score 36 on ACT
FARMINGTON, Arkansas — With college application season coming up in the next few months, rising seniors at Farmington High School Taylor Conran and Miles Batson said they’re no strangers to hard work and dedication. So much so, that both boys scored a 36 composite score on the ACT,...
Bentonville police block off Creekside Park due to armed person
Bentonville police say they have blocked off Creekside Park and part of a trail to the west while they attempt to resolve a situation involving an armed person.
Dekarius Dawson and The Expressions to play Weekend Starts on Friday
Local R&B group Dekarius Dawson and The Expressions will play the city’s upcoming Weekend Starts in the Ramble series show on Friday evening. The band will perform as part of the weekly series, set for 5-7 p.m. along the trail in the Lower Ramble area, located just to the west of Fayetteville Public Library.
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.
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