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World Champion Squirrel Cook Off returns with new cookbook
Early next month, the World Champion Squirrel Cook Off will be hosted in Springdale. The event is exactly what it promises to be— squirrel prepared in many ways and more. Ozarks at Large's Kyle Kellams spoke with organizers to learn more about the competition and what's new this year.
Structure fire damages garage, RV Thursday morning
A garage fire caused total damage to the structure along with a nearby RV Thursday morning at a residence along Cone Street. According to the incident report from the Mountain Home Fire Department,the alarm came at approximately 11:11 to the residence along Cone Street owned by Roger VanDerert. The fire was reported to start in the garage and had caught the RV on fire. Both structures sustained 100% damage.
Employee at Fayetteville behavioral treatment center accused of inappropriate relationship with minor
A Farmington woman employed at a behavioral treatment center in Fayetteville is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a minor, according to court documents.
Central Arkansas Development Council to distribute USDA food items in Malvern
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — On Friday, the Central Arkansas Development Council will pass out a selection of USDA Commodities at the CADC Malvern Senior Activity Center. All customers receiving commodities must provide identification. The center is located at 1800 West Moline Street. Distribution is scheduled to begin at 9...
Little Rock to gain 500 jobs with the completion of Trex Company's new facility
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A globally renowned composite decking company finishes construction on its new production facility in Little Rock. The move is expected to bring 500 new jobs to the capital. Trex Company Manufacturing held a 'topping out' ceremony Thursday morning to celebrate the new facility, not far...
Crumbl Cookie eyes September opening for Fayetteville location
A popular cookie chain is close to opening a location in Fayetteville. Crumbl Cookies has completed their buildout at 2621 E. Mission Blvd. (next to Eureka Pizza and Fayetteville Beer Works), and will open in the next few weeks. The company was founded by cousins Jason McGowan (CEO) & Sawyer...
Reasons for optimism behind 8-4 prediction
FAYETTEVILLE — Predicting Arkansas would go 8-4 in 2024 caused a lot reactions around the state going against the standard 3-9 or 4-8 national predictions. First off, no one knows what Arkansas’ record will be this season. But here’s some reasons behind my prediction beyond the standard he has been drinking the Kool-Aid. If it had been Coke, Red Bull or Gatorade I would be guilty of drinking it, but haven’t had any Kool-Aid.
Watson Chapel High School cleared out over threat
A call of an unsubstantiated threat to Watson Chapel High School led to the campus being vacated Wednesday afternoon. The Watson Chapel School District said in an alert that the high school received a phone call from a female implying a threat of harm at 12:25 p.m. The district stated the building was vacated, and local law enforcement were notified and arrived about 12:30 p.m.
Arkansas Coach Calls Out Specific Teams While Exposing Rampant Sign-Stealing In College Football
Arkansas defensive coordinator Travis Williams is thrilled that college football finally adopted in-helmet communication to prevent sign-stealing. Last year’s scandal involving Connor Stalions and the Michigan Wolverines actually ended up being a really good thing for the sport in terms of how it operates. The implementation of this technology was long overdue! One of the […] The post Arkansas Coach Calls Out Specific Teams While Exposing Rampant Sign-Stealing In College Football appeared first on BroBible.
Change can be good but sometimes necessary
FAYETTEVILLE — Gray. The middle space that represents where two opposite sides blend together between two poles. It fluctuates and can be a barometer representing a central feeling, not a void. The Gray representing fans’ feelings or thoughts on the Razorback Football team has shrunk over the last three years, when the Sam Pittman Era hit its zenith at the end of the 2021 against Penn State in the Outback Bowl.
Teen dead after car strikes tree in Jonesboro, Arkansas
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A teenage boy is dead after crashing his car into a tree early Thursday morning in Jonesboro, Arkansas. At 6:20 a.m., police say they responded to a crash on the south side of Magnolia Road. According to reports, driver William Coffman, 18, of a 2024 Toyota Corolla was traveling East on Magnolia […]
Cirque Italia brings unique water circus experience to Fort Smith
The excitement of Cirque Italia is splashing into Fort Smith this week, offering residents and visitors a chance to experience a traveling water circus. The show, which runs until Sunday, August 25, combines elements of traditional circus with a unique aquatic twist, featuring performances from around the globe.
Notice: Lake Bono Ramp Maintenance and Safety Advisory
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) has received reports of debris on the boat ramp at Lake Bono. Upon investigation, our biologists identified a large scour hole at the end of the ramp, likely caused by outboard motor thrust during boat launching and loading. With the current low water levels, anglers are having to back their trailers in further, leading to axles and trailers dropping off the end of the ramp into the scour hole.
Little Rock Weekend Guide: Aug. 22-25
We’ve been enjoying those “False Fall” temperatures, but we’re still solidly in summertime with plans to soak in every minute this weekend. Let’s get into it. Science After Dark: Carnival of Curiosities at the Museum of Discovery // Thursday sounds like a great day to finally run away to the circus. This edition of the MoD’s grownup meetup goes straight to the big top with hands-on activities, games and fire shows all celebrating its founder Bernie Babcock. As always, there will be plenty of pizza and drinks from Stone’s Throw. It all kicks off at 6 p.m. Learn more here.
Volunteer Foster Care Worker Sentenced To 28 Years In Prison
An Arkansas foster care volunteer has been sentenced to 28 years in prison after being guilty of child rape. A Cleburne County jury on Wednesday found Ryan Jacob Armstrong, age 34 of Concord guilty of rape. Armstrong was sentenced to 336 months in the Arkansas Department of Corrections. Armstrong was...
Rumble on the Golf Course
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Aug 22, 2024 – North Hills Golf Course faced a tense situation last weekend involving a group of fraternity members from Arkansas State University. Reportedly, the group of 11 initially appeared to be out for a round of golf but quickly drew...
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