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Arkansas Desert Storm veteran set to hike Mount Kilimanjaro
BENTON, Ark. – A veteran from Benton is heading to Africa to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain on that continent. Jeff Watts, a veteran of Operation Desert Storm, will be leading a team of 10 veterans and first responders on the expedition. They will start the climb up...
First United Methodist Church awaits insurance settlement to rebuild after March 2023 tornado
WYNNE — One of the Wynne churches destroyed in the March 31, 2023, tornado is still waiting for an insurance settlement in order to rebuild. Pastor Matt Carter of the First United Methodist Church in Wynne said the matter is now before the Arkansas Insurance Commission. First United Methodist...
West Memphis, AR pursing $3 billion data center
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The City of West Memphis, Arkansas is taking the first steps to bring a $3 billion data center to the community. The West Memphis City Council recently passed a non-binding resolution of intent to inform the unnamed company that it was interested in the project. “The resolution doesn’t lock in any bonds/PILOT; […]
Former Texas High School Band Instructor Receives Sentence For Grooming Students
A Texarkana, Arkansas Man Is Going To Federal Prison For A Very Long Time After Pleading Guilty To Some Heinous Acts. A former director of the Texas High School color guard plead guilty to federal charges connected to alleged sexual misconduct in a shocking story that rocked educators and parents across the area.
Mental evaluation ordered for Rogers man accused of stabbing coworker with ‘X-Acto knife’
A Rogers man accused of stabbing his coworker at a convenience store in June has pleaded not guilty and been ordered to undergo a mental evaluation, according to Benton County prosecutor Joshua Robinson.
Bis-Centennial: Harding University Celebrates 100 Years with New Programs, Energy
Early on, Harding University looked like a bad bet to survive. From humble beginnings in 1924 with 75 students, Harding resulted from the merger of two small junior colleges in Morrilton. As a Southern drought raged and with no wealthy philanthropists to provide support, the school did not seem long for closure.
Little Rock women's basketball coach Joe Foley retiring after 37 seasons
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Little Rock women's basketball coach Joe Foley is retiring after 37 seasons, the university announced on Thursday. "I always wanted the opportunity to coach and teach, not just basketball, but also the game of life," Foley said. "I'm proud of the accomplishments and success our program has experienced over my 21-year tenure, but without a doubt, I am most proud of the impact we've made on the lives of hundreds of young women. Being their head coach is one of the greatest honors in my life."
Long-time Walmart employee now ‘picking’ as a personal shopper
It’s an early and busy shift for Lee Hiett, a 34-year Walmart employee, who shops almost nonstop for eight hours filling online grocery orders at the supercenter at 4208 Pleasant Crossing Blvd. in Rogers. Hiett, from Pea Ridge, has been with the personal shopper program since 2018. By the...
Sunny’s Stir Fry set to open on College Avenue
A new Chinese restaurant that has been in the works for a little over a year will open soon in central Fayetteville. The new restaurant, called Sunny’s Stir Fry, will be located in the building at 2335 N. College Ave., in the space formerly home to Best Sports. The...
Fayetteville man dies in single-vehicle crash on State Highway 16 near Siloam Springs
SILOAM SPRINGS, Ark. — A Fayetteville man died in a crash on State Highway 16 near Siloam Springs on Wednesday, July 17, according to the Arkansas State Police. The crash happened at around 10:44 p.m., according to the crash report. The 29-year-old man was identified as N B Johnson,...
Thaden School announces new location for lower school campus in Bentonville
The Thaden School announced Thursday (July 18) the site for its new Lower School campus, which will be located on 10th and Benton St., directly south of the current Thaden School campus in Bentonville. The expansion will include the renovation of the previous Olivet offices and surrounding grounds, adding five...
Latest time as fugitive ends for Stephan Whaples
A Mountain Home man with a long history of committing crimes and running from the law is back behind bars.He was last declared a fugitive when he stopped reporting to his parole/probation officer in May. Records show that 35-year-old Stephan Richard Whaples was picked up in Christian County, Missouri on...
Arkansas teen scores perfect 36 on ACT while keeping up with football team
FARMINGTON, Arkansas — A Farmington teen defied the odds when he achieved a score of 36 on his ACT test, all while keeping up with his responsibilities on the football field. When Taylor Conran aced the ACT, comprised of English, reading, science, and math tests, his teachers were elated...
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