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BPD officers, BFD team recognized at Batesville City Council meeting
During the July 9 Batesville City Council meeting, special presentations were given to officers while city officials discussed ongoing public works projects and expenses. Batesville City Police Chief John Scarbrough reported on the department’s recent activities, noting calls for service increased by 50, with eight more accidents and 12 more incident reports than the previous month. Scarbrough attributed much of the increase to the officers’ proactive work, praising their dedication and hard work.
Judge Talley will hear criminal docket on Thursday
A preliminary docket for Columbia County Circuit Court Criminal Division has been released by the office of Circuit Judge David W. Talley Jr. Court will be held Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 9 a.m. in the courtroom at the Columbia County Criminal Detention Facility in Magnolia. Those defendants scheduled to...
Arkansas basketball offers top 2025 in-state prospect
John Calipari and Arkansas basketball sent out another scholarship offer in the 2025 recruiting class on Monday evening. Isaiah Sealy, the top-rated player in the state, shared the news of the offer to his X (formerly Twitter) account after a short conversation with Calipari. The Springdale native is currently rated...
Baxter County Strong! Tornado fundraiser raises over $70,000 for local victims
The recent fundraiser for Baxter County tornado victims has shattered expectations, raising over $70,000, Mountain Home Mayor Hillrey Adams said on Monday. “We’re going to actually bust, as of today, we’re going to break the $70,000 barrier,” Adams said. “That’s a great day.”. The fundraiser,...
Harvest Food Truck Returns to Lafayette County Wednesday, 7/17
Time: 9 - 11 AM, or until all boxes have been distributed. Residents who wish to participate in this food box distribution in Lafayette County must enter the Fairgrounds building to check in first. After checking in, you can return to your vehicle and line up. Important Note: You must...
Freshman commit Gabe Fraser announces plans to attend Arkansas
Arkansas freshman commit Gabe Fraser will attend school to play for the baseball program, he announced in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday night. Fraser was named the Trinity League's Co-MVP while helping lead Orange Lutheran High School (Calif.) to a state title. He was rated the No. 36 overall prospect and the No. 6 shortstop in California by Perfect Game. Fraser committed to the Hogs on Oct. 24, 2022, as a junior.
Wynne High School early site package bids to be accepted Aug. 1
WYNNE — Sealed bids for the Wynne High School early site package will be accepted on Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Nabholz Construction Services Office in Jonesboro. Sealed bids will be placed under review at that time. Bids received after that time will be returned to the bidder unopened.
Two College of Pharmacy Alumni Receive National Leadership Awards
July 15, 2024 | The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) recently recognized two UAMS College of Pharmacy alumni, Brenda McCrady, P.D., COP ’86, and Lenora Newsome, P.D., COP ’80, with awards for leadership. “Brenda’s dedication and service to the people of Arkansas and contributions to NABP...
A-State issues statement over rumor about assassination attempt post
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – Arkansas State University issued a statement after it received several calls and comments about an online rumor regarding the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. On Monday, July 15, the university released the following with no other explanation. “A-State has been mistakenly associated with...
City approves multimillion-dollar loan for upgrades and road projects
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - The city of Paragould is making a multi-million-dollar investment for its city. The city approved to borrow over $6 million in its last council meeting. Mayor Josh Agee said the loan was an Amendment 78 loan. He said despite the city having money in its reserve, it would save money by borrowing it.
NWA Urban Land Institute, City of Rogers host event to plan rebuilding efforts
ROGERS, Ark. — The City of Rogers is teaming up with the Urban Land Institute (ULI) of Northwest Arkansas to help guide rebuilding efforts following the May 26 tornadoes that killed four and destroyed countless homes across Benton County. The ULI, a collection of contractors, developers, brokers, urban planners,...
NWA nonprofit launches community bail fund project
The Arkansas Justice Reform Coalition (AJRC) has launched the NWA Hummingbird Project, a revolving community bail fund designed to address issues surrounding poverty and pretrial detention in Arkansas.
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