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Arkansas makes final cut for 2025 five-star Jasper Johnson
John Calipari and Arkansas basketball made the cut for another five-star prospect in the 2025 recruiting class. Jasper Johnson, the No. 12 overall player and No. 2 shooting guard in the cycle, announced his final five schools on Wednesday, which included the Razorbacks. Alabama, Kentucky, Louisville and North Carolina also made the cut.
Madison County proposes 1 cent sales tax increase for jail operations
In 2022 Voters did pass a sales tax increase to build the new jail, But they did not pass the tax to help run it. Madison county judge Larry Garrett stated that "Since the jail is now nearing completion, it's time to start training new jailers."
Washington Water Authority’s legal designation could change to public water authority
If passed on Friday, Washington Water Authority could become a public water authority, which would give users more say in who is on the board and could save Washington County residents some money.
Huntsville Parks & Recreation holding fall sports signups
HUNTSVILLE — Registration is open for Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s fall youth sports, including flag football, cheer, soccer and volleyball. Parks & Recreation organizes eight leagues throughout Huntsville: American, Continental, Eastern, International, Lakewood, Liberty, Metro and Northern. Parents or guardians can use the City’s virtual locator to find the closest league.
Hospital offers new service for patients with neurological conditions
PIGGOTT, Ark. (KAIT) - Patients in Piggott who suffer neurological conditions no longer have to travel for ongoing treatment. Piggott Community Hospital now holds TeleNeurology Outpatient clinics twice a month. Executive Director James Magee said the doctors probably would not be Region 8 natives, but they are board-certified physicians. “Even...
Bentonville Fire Department accepting burn permits
The Bentonville Fire Department is accepting burn permit applications from July 26 to August 4 at 5 p.m.
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...
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.
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.
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