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Man accused of robbing father and daughter outside Tokyo Grill, charged in two similar crimes
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man accused of robbing a father and daughter outside Tokyo Grill was arrested for a similar crime in Bartlett on the same day, police say. Enrii Howell, 30, was arrested Monday and charged with aggravated robbery and being a convicted felon in possession of a handgun. Police said Howell and another […]
Tennessee Ranks Among the Most Dangerous States in the Nation
In a recent study, Tennessee has found itself among the most dangerous states in the nation. In a study, US News dove into both the violent crime rates and property crime rates in all 50 states. After combing through all of the data, the outlet was able to determine how well each state fosters public safety.
Sanctuary Provides Sanctuary for Those Escaping Domestic Violence
It's a "domestic violence shelter and outreach program," according to Haylea Roberson. She got into the organization after applying for a job with it close to December. It serves Boone, Marion, Carroll, Newton and Madison counties. Roberson also helps advocate for people coming to Sanctuary in court. The organization helps...
Stuttgart Planning Commission votes to annex 242 acres for new industrial and residential development
The Stuttgart Planning Commission voted to annex 242 acres of industrial and residential property into the city limits during its regular meeting Tuesday night. Bethany Hildebrand, executive director of the Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce, spoke on behalf of the Stuttgart Industrial Development Corporation (SIDC), an arm of the Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce. Hildebrand requested the commission approve the annexation of SIDC’s industrial park located along Highway 79 between 10th and 2nd Streets.
Rotary Club of Stuttgart makes donations to Stuttgart Band Association and Restoration of Hope
The Rotary Club of Stuttgart recently donated $500 each to the Stuttgart Band Association and Restoration of Hope. Rotarian Lee Ann Hoskyn accepted the Stuttgart Band Association’s donation from President Rachel Hillman. Christy Fortune received the donation to Restoration of Hope from Rotarian Stephanie Teer. The contributions were made...
Historic African American cemetery in Stuttgart needs help to maintain upkeep
STUTTGART, Ark. — An unfortunate guarantee in life is laying loved ones to rest, and amid that painful process, there’s an expectation that their final resting place will be cared for. That's the mission happening at the Love Rest Green Grove Cemetery in Stuttgart, a historic cemetery home...
Aug. 1 rice field day set at Stuttgart
STUTTGART, Arkansas — The Aug. 1 field day at the Rice Research and Extension Center in Stuttgart will feature presentations on breeding, germplasm, remote sensing and more. The field day is presented by the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, the research arm of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, and the Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agriculture Research Service.
Bella Vista plans to break ground on mixed-income complex
A new 40-unit apartment complex is about to be built in Bella Vista. Some units will be "steeply discounted" for people making less than half of the median income in Northwest Arkansas.
White River Health CEO resigns, interim announced
White River Health (WRH) President and CEO Gary Paxson has announced his resignation to pursue another career opportunity. According to a release from the organization, Paxson (pictured above, left), who has been CEO since 2018, will leave White River Health next month after transitioning responsibilities. Paxson joined the organization in...
Power restored in Fayetteville after outage knocked out power for over 2000
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Update: Power has been restored, according to SWEPCO. Fayetteville is experiencing a power outage impacting over 2000 customers, according to SWEPCO's outage map. The outage is centered around Gulley Park, but ranges from N Mission Boulevard to Old Wire Road, according to the map. 5NEWS has...
Fayetteville offers free mulch while supplies last
The city is offering free wood chip mulch on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Officials said the compost facility has an excess of wood chip mulch after processing yard waste that was recently collected from residents. The mulch can be picked up at the city’s compost site, located...
NCAA Basketball: Arkansas, Texas A&M and Villanova after 20 ppg transfer David Coit
Just about all of the capable power conference-level players from the NCAA Basketball transfer portal had picked new homes for next season. However, one is now fully available, with former Northern Illinois guard David Coit in the mix. Coit started the last two years with the Huskies, coming off averaging...
Benton County Quorum Court to consider selling Bentonville Division VI circuit court property for .65 million
Benton County Quorum Court Considers Significant Property Sale. Benton County is taking a major step towards funding the expansion of its criminal justice system. In a bold move, the Benton County Quorum Court is set to consider the sale of the Bentonville Division VI circuit court property to the city. This significant transaction is valued at .65 million and includes not only the building but also the adjacent 24 acres of land. The sale is expected to provide crucial funding for the county’s efforts to enhance its criminal justice infrastructure.
Hogs set to host talented prospects for Picnic on Saturday
FAYETTEVILLE — The Razorbacks are set to host a talented group of recruits on Saturday for a cookout and picnic with the 2024 season drawing near. A mixture of commitments and prospects who are still looking for a college will be on hand for this year’s event. The Hogs currently have approximately 25 prospects planning to attend. More will likely opt to come before the end of the week.
CARTI expands Conway presence with new treatment location
CARTI announced it is expanding its footprint with a second treatment location in Faulkner County. The CARTI Clinic in Conway, overseen by Taylor Moore, M.D., a board-certified urologist, and Christie Dumboski, APRN, a urology-focused nurse practitioner, offers care to patients facing urologic conditions and related issues. The new facility at...
Pine Bluff School District honored by federal program
The Pine Bluff School District's 21st Century Community Learning Centers are featured on a federal website spotlighting subgrantees for the Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC program. The program is supported by the Office of Elementary & Secondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education. It supports the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during hours away from school for children, with an emphasis on those who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools, according to the office.
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