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Springdale woman wins big after last-minute purchase at a gas station on E. Robinson Avenue
SPRINGDALE, Ark — One Springdale woman's whim paid off big-time when she collected her winnings from a lottery ticket she purchased at the Kum and Go on E. Robinson Avenue. The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) announced a Springdale woman claimed her prize on July 11, to the tune of $75,000. She has reportedly only informed her husband, and is remaining anonymous so as to "secretly share her winnings."
Two women arrested after posting ‘disturbing’ video of toddler on social media
FORREST CITY, Ark. — Two Forrest City women are in jail after a video posted to social media shows a one-year-old with their hands and feet bound. “Friday evening, we were alerted to a video of a child that was in dire need of help,” St. Francis County Detective Seargent Cody Jackson said. Jackson told […]
Construction worker injured in crane mishap at OBU stadium
A recent job site accident at Ouachita Baptist University left a construction worker with a severe injuries. Firemen were summoned to Cliff Harris Stadium on Carter Road shortly after 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2024, for a report of an injured worker, according to a report on file at the Arkadelphia Fire Department.
Southern Bancorp names 30 business owners for minority empowerment program
Southern Bancorp Community Partners (SBCP), a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and partner of Southern Bancorp Inc., announced Tuesday (July 16) 30 business owners who will take part in its Minority Business Empowerment Program (MBEP). The entrepreneurs, who represent the first of two cohorts in 2024, will now begin the...
Sebastian County Detention Center celebrates P.A.C.T. 2024 graduates with ceremony
SEBASTIAN COUNTY, Ark. — P.A.C.T stands for Peer Achieving Collaborative Treatment, designed to help men and women recover from addiction and find their life's purpose. The future is bright for the 2024 P.A.C.T graduates of the Sebastian County detention center. At the ceremony, tears were shed and graduates' faith and hope were restored.
Work progresses on boardwalk connection from Carol Ann Cross Park to river
Work on the $1.18 million Carol Ann Cross Park boardwalk in Fort Smith is on track for completion in the late fall. Crawford Construction has completed most of the framing of the 0.45-mile concrete portion of the project that will connect the park to the Arkansas River. “Approximately 30% of...
Quorum Court votes to remove historic courthouse fountain
WYNNE — A fixture at the Cross County Courthouse since the courthouse was built in 1969 will be removed. The Cross County Quorum Court voted 8-1 last night to demolish the fountain that is located on the courthouse grounds. JP Amy Imboden provided the sole no vote. “Carl Loewer,...
Jonesboro getting a Panda Express
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Orange chicken lovers rejoice. Panda Express is coming to Jonesboro. According to real estate developer Carroll Caldwell, the American-Chinese fast-food restaurant will open later this year at 2100 Fair Park Blvd., next to Anita’s Park Shopping Center across from Lowe’s. Caldwell told K8 News...
This video shows just how bad the tornado damage in Bentonville actually was
“It appears there was four unique tornadoes, and there’s tens of thousands of trees down all over Bentonville,” said Ethan Edman, Director of Construction and Maintenance for the Trailblazers. The four tornadoes hit shortly after midnight on Sunday, May 26th, 2024, when a supercell moved into Arkansas from...
AEW's Darby Allin talks about career and AEW
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — AEW is set to make its first ever appearance in the Natural State on July 17 at the Simmons Bank Arena. The company has been in operation for five years, and the Arkansas show marks its 250th episode on the air. AEW features stars such...
Tyson Foods heir pleads not guilty to charge of driving while intoxicated
Tyson Foods heir and executive John R. Tyson has pleaded not guilty to a charge of driving while intoxicated. Tyson entered the plea Monday in Fayetteville District Court in Fayetteville, Arkansas, a court spokeswoman said. Tyson is next due in court on Aug. 28. Tyson, 34, was arrested June 13...
St. Bernard’s further helps those in Crisis with new Recuperative Care Program
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 16, 2024 – As our mental health crisis continues, it’s important to be able to refer those who need help to the right resources. If we don’t know how to help people, we might not reach out. Often, those go to the emergency room for help, but even then, where do they go from there? How can they be equipped with the right resources? Luckily, St. Bernards Healthcare has partnered with The Craighead County Regional Crisis Stabilization Unit to help answer some of these questions.
Marshals Museum first year attendance around 65,000; new board member named
With an attendance of around 65,000, the U.S. Marshals Museum has had a good inaugural year, according to Ben Johnson, museum president and CEO. He said attendance for the first year is “really great in the post-COVID world.”. Initial studies suggested the museum could average around 100,000 to 150,000...
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