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Social media reaction- Coach Travis Williams rapping in front of the team
Travis Williams has been a terrific hire for Sam Pittman. The switch in defensive philosophy from a passive, drop-eight scheme to Williams' aggressive, blitz-happy defense helped Arkansas move from second-to-last in pass defense in 2022 to a top-30 position in 2023. He obviously has great football chops, but he also...
The party is over and the heat is on – Heat index 105+ in forecast
There is a Heat Advisory until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service in Little Rock. Scroll down to read more and see the 7-Day Forecast. High pressure will build over Arkansas from the central and southern Plains in the coming days. Oppressive conditions are expected, and there will be little/no rain through at least Thursday/Friday.
Mansfield’s Defense Aims To “Stripe” Down 2024 Opponents
There are a lot of football players who love the offensive spotlight and who can blame them? To bask in the cheers of fans for scoring touchdowns, making wild one-handed catches, and pulling off ankle breaking jukes is something to soak up. But on the other side of the ball, there is a group of dogface gremlins that love nothing more than to shut off those spotlight moments for their opponent’s offense and instead, make them stare at the stars. These smashmouth heavy hitters were born for what the sport of football calls defense. For defensive players, the name of the game is to induce pain, and as wild as it may sound, they enjoy every single second of dishing it out…..especially in Tiger country.
Diamond Hogs Helfrick, McGuire and Coil set for Saturday night’s Cape Cod All-Star Game
FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas sophomore catcher Ryder Helfick, who has been powering up all summer, and Razorback pitchers Tate McGuire and Parker Coil all are set to play in the Cape Cod Baseball League All-Star game on Saturday night. Helrick will play for the East and McGuire and Coil the...
July is National Parks and Recreation Month
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - We are nearing the end of July but not before we recognize that it is National Parks and Recreation Month. We can celebrate the impact and benefits that public parks and recreation centers have on our community. Director of Jonesboro Parks and Recreation Danny Kapales says...
Black Rock Police Issues Stern Warning After Puppies Are Dumped
On Saturday the Black Rock Police were notified of a black GMC truck that entered the city, dumped three small puppies on the side of the road and left. Once notified, two units searched the area but the vehicle was thought to have crossed into Randolph County. Chief Archer posted...
Smithville Man Arrested On DWI, Refusing To Submit To Arrest And Child Endangerment
A Smithville man was arrested on Saturday after an encounter with Lawrence County Sheriff’s Deputies on Lawrence 155 around 11:35am. Adam Finley was arrested by Lawrence County Sheriff’s Deputies but refused to identify himself or a small child that was with him. Finley also began to struggle with the officer and refused to be placed in the patrol vehicle.
High-Speed Chase from West Memphis to Memphis Ends in Two Arrests (Video)
A dramatic high-speed chase that began in West Memphis, Arkansas, concluded in Memphis, Tennessee, with the arrest of two men. The entire pursuit was captured on dash cam, highlighting the risks and consequences of attempting to evade law enforcement. The Incident. The chase involved a black 2021 Ford Mustang, which...
Alcohol Opponent Challenges DJA To Debate Entertainment District
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 27, 2024 – A longtime opponent to the growth of outlets for consumption of alcohol in Jonesboro has challenged the Downtown Jonesboro Alliance (DJA) to debate the merits of creating an Entertainment District. Bob Hester, who identifies himself as “state director...
Sully Says : Pre-season polls are useless
We should all be like Luke Hasz. I asked the Razorback tight end about being picked 14th in the SEC. He said that was news to him. Luke doesn't pay attention to pre-season polls or accolades. Pre-season polls are generally wrong. Look for them to get worse. A team's ranking...
The ARTSpace on Main hosts gaming event for local youth
Pine Bluff, Arkansas – The ARTSpace on Main, located at 623 S. Main St. in Pine Bluff, is hosting an engaging and educational event for local youth on Saturday, July 27, from 1-3 p.m. Titled “Game on Main,” this free event is tailored specifically for students in grades five through 12.
OHP: Two Oklahoma men killed in separate single-vehicle wrecks along state roads
Two men died in separate single-vehicle crashes along state roads, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported. Open the video player above to see some of the headlines KOCO 5 is following. Craig A. Barker, 58, of Davidson, was driving a pickup south on a Tillman County road and attempted to turn...
Arkansas Advocate : Arkansas coalition receives $100 million in federal funds for energy, environment projects
Approximately half of Arkansas’ population is expected to feel the effects of a $100 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency to reduce climate pollution. A coalition including Metroplan, Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission and the city of Fort Smith is one of 25 recipients of the nationally funded grants, according to a press release. The funding is available through President Joe Biden’s Investing in America Agenda.
Scattered showers in Magnolia today, then clear and hot
Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms will once again be possible across the Four State Region on Sunday, July 28, 2024 as the area continues to deal with an upper-level trough. Otherwise, no additional hazardous weather is expected at this time. The National Weather Service in Shreveport said precipitation coverage...
2025 NBA Draft: Johnuel "Boogie" Fland Set to Lead Arkansas Basketball Into New Era
The Archbishop Stepinac star combo guard committed to John Calipari at Kentucky, and followed him to Arkansas. What does his ceiling look like with this hyper-talented team?
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