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Benton County Sheriff's Office collecting items to deliver to seniors in need
BENTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — The Benton County Sheriff's Office and SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) are hosting a Christmas in July Necessities Drive in Bentonville to collect items for seniors in need. The event will be held at the Walmart Supercenter on Walton Blvd on July 30...
El Dorado Shootout will draw top women golfers to South Arkansas
Murphy USA has announced the 2024 El Dorado Shootout tournament presented by PepsiCo and Celsius is set for September 20-22 at Mystic Creek Golf Course. Over these three days, top women golfers will compete for a total purse of $337,500 at a course Golfweek named one of the best in Arkansas in 2023.
Swimmer dies at DeGray Lake
A Gurdon man died at DeGray Lake after his oxygen machine reportedly stopped working while he went for a brief swim. It was shortly after 5:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20, 2024, when authorities were called to Alpine Ridge, near Amity, for a 911 report of a man who had quit breathing because his oxygen machine had quit working while he was in the lake, according to a report filed recently at the Clark County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Out of order!’ Bull Shoals City Councilman admits to secret phone conversations in Thursday council meeting
It’s a common phrase that’s become all too familiar for upset residents in Bull Shoals as they attempt to address their concerns with Bull Shoals Mayor Carol Duss and members of the Bull Shoals City Council. Over the last few contentious months since the resignation of former Bull...
Saunas May Be Key to Helping Frogs Survive Deadly Fungal Infection
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – As global diversity continues to decline due to a range of factors, amphibians have been particularly hard hit by infectious diseases. A pernicious fungal disease called chytridiomycosis, more commonly shortened to “chytrid,” has led to the extinction of 90 species of amphibians and has pushed another 500 species into decline.
Grand jury does not indict Mississippi deputy who fatally shot man who yelled ‘shoot me’
A Mississippi grand jury has opted not to bring criminal charges against a sheriff’s deputy who fatally shot a man yelling “shoot me,” the state attorney general’s office announced Monday. The incident occurred on December 10, 2022, when Hancock County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported...
Food Bank Touts Senior Food Pantry Network
Jonesboro, AR – (Contributed) – July 29, 2024 – In Northeast Arkansas, seniors are experiencing hunger at a staggering rate of 7.6% of the state’s population. For these seniors, the choice often comes down to essentials like groceries or medicine, groceries or rent, groceries or utilities. Recognizing this dire need, the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas, alongside other local nonprofits, started the Senior Food Pantry Network. Through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and the Senior Food Pantry Network, the Food Bank provides much-needed support to seniors facing food insecurity. CSFP is an income-based program available to individuals over 60 years of age who need food assistance.
Environmental Protection Agency awards nearly $100 million in Arkansas
The three largest metropolitan statistical areas in Arkansas were awarded nearly $100 million by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as part of its Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program. For Carl Geffken, city administrator for Fort Smith, this funding is significant. He said they often find themselves in a geographic Catch-22.
State Capitol Week in Review from Representative Steve Hollowell
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — A recent survey by the National Retail Foundation revealed that families plan to spend an average of $875 for children starting or returning to school. This time of year can be financially burdensome for many families across Arkansas. To ease this burden, we want to remind you about the upcoming Arkansas Sales Tax Holiday.
Dangerous heat in Arkansas | Here's what to expect
ARKANSAS, USA — Excessive summer heat is returning across Arkansas throughout the rest of the workweek, from July 29th through August 2nd. A heat dome is setting up directly over the Central U.S. and will be providing some extreme heat. Here at home, temperatures are expected to range between the mid-90s and to 100 degrees. When you factor in the humidity, heat index values will be anywhere from 100° to 110° through Friday.
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