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Two Arkansas Women Startled by Encounter with Mountain Lions
Two Arkansas women were hiking at an Arkansas State Park at Hawksbill Crag at Whitaker Point in Newton County late Monday evening when they encountered two mountain lions. The women had hiked to one of Arkansas' most photographed mountain bluffs in the state Hawksbill Crag at Whitaker Point hoping to get a glimpse of the Perseid Meteor Shower but instead got a glimpse of two mountain lions too close for comfort.
Southeast Arkansas’ Best Of 2024: Winners announced, reception date to be revealed soon
Southeast Arkansas’ Best Of 2024: Celebrating the Community’s Favorites. The Southeast Arkansas’ Best Of Listeners’ and Readers’ Survey is our annual people’s choice event that recognizes the businesses and individuals who make Southeast Arkansas a great place to live. This celebration highlights the community’s favorite restaurants, shops, services, and people.
‘Counting On’ Alum Jana Duggar Married to Stephen Wissmann After Arkansas Wedding
They do! Jana Duggar married fiancé Stephen Wissmann in her native Arkansas, on Thursday, August 15. The event was held at the wedding venue The Grand at Willow Springs, about 30 minutes from her family's farm in Tontitown. Jana, 33, and Stephen, 31, said their vows in front of their extended families and friends in...
Arkansas Edge, Saracen Resort Casino Pushing For New Form Of Gambling In State
The University of Arkansas’ NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) Collective, known as Arkansas Edge, has partnered with Saracen Resort to harness mobile wagering technology for a unique fundraising initiative. This partnership aims to establish a 50/50 raffle, a popular fundraising mechanism at sporting events that is also a form...
Arkansas teen with cancer goes viral after reaction to gift
HEBER SPRINGS, Ark. (KAIT/KARK) - An Arkansas teen with cancer has gone viral after her reaction to receiving a thoughtful gift was posted online. Content partner station KARK reported a TikTok of 13-year-old Kaylee Walker receiving a gift over 5.8 million views. Walker said when her hair fell out due...
Van Buren nutritionist emphasizes importance of breakfast for students
VAN BUREN, Ark. — A nutritionist with the Van Buren School District is urging parents to ensure their children eat breakfast daily to enhance their productivity at school. Child nutrition director Tessa Clemmons says a fed kid is always going to have a more productive day. That's why the...
Washington County residents to vote on Sunday alcohol sales, fire dues come November election
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — On Thursday, the Washington County Quorum Court voted on a couple of resolutions pertaining to issues that will be on the November ballot for various residents in Northwest Arkansas. First, the quorum court voted unanimously on a resolution that orders the Washington County Election...
Fort Smith ordinance banning residents from feeding strays leaves many in an uproar
FORT SMITH, Ark — With hundreds of stray animals in the City of Fort Smith and weather that reaches over 100 degrees, many residents feel compelled to give stray dogs and cats food, water, and a cool place to rest. But according to a Fort Smith city ordinance, no...
Friday Frenzy Preseason Roundup: Prairie Grove
PRAIRIE GROVE, Ark. — The Tigers have been a member of the 5A West the last two seasons and in that time compiled an 11-10 record. Now, the program will have a homecoming of sorts as Prairie Grove makes its return to Class 4A. The team is happy to be back in familiar company, and longtime head coach Danny Abshier will bring an experienced squad with him.
HomeGrown opening new location in Rogers
ROGERS, Ark. — HomeGrown is opening a new location in Rogers on Monday, Aug. 19. According to its website, this will be the eatery's second location in Arkansas, following its Springdale branch. The breakfast restaurant has locations in other states, including Kansas, Missouri, and Iowa. The Rogers location will...
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