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Humane Society hosts pet adoption event at Petco
The Humane Society of North Central Arkansas and the national nonprofit Petco Love will host the Adopt a Petco event at Petco in Mountain Home Saturday morning from 10 to 2. The event will include pets available for adoption. Carolyn Carter, shelter manager at the Humane Society, says “The Humane Society of North Central Arkansas is committed to finding loving homes for the pets in our care. Come out and find your new best friend. When you adopt a new best friend, they come current on vaccinations, treated for parasites, spayed and neutered and receive blood work for various diseases. Adopting a shelter pet saves two lives, the one you are adopting and the next waiting to come to the shelter.”
1st Annual Hermitage Fire Department Catfish Tournament Fundraiser
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The Hermitage Fire Department is excited to announce its 1st Annual Catfish Tournament at Moro Bay State Park, scheduled for July 26, 2024. Participants can have two adults per boat, and children are welcome to join. The entry fee is $50.00 per boat. Please note that fishing is limited to poles only.
Camden Police searching for two suspects involved in deadly shooting
CAMDEN, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — On Sunday, July 21, 2024, at 12:42 AM, Camden police responded to a shooting in the Carver Courts area. When officers arrived they discovered Jontavion Higgs lying on the road. Higgs was taken to the Ouachita County Medical Center where he died from his injuries. During the investigation, witnesses identified Dorrian […]
Quorum Court considering Boys & Girls Club grant administration
Setting up the administration of a $500,000 grant for construction of a youth center at the Boys & Girls Club of Magnolia is on the agenda for the Monday, July 22, 2024 meeting of the Columbia County Quorum Court. A resolution will be presented designating the Southwest Arkansas Planning and...
SAU names 2024 Sports Hall of Fame Class
The Southern Arkansas University Department of Athletics has announced that it will add eight new individual members to its Sports Hall of Fame as the 21st class was elected by the Hall's induction committee earlier this summer. The newest class will be formally inducted during a ceremony at 6:30 p.m....
South Arkansas Arts Center celebrates incoming and outgoing board members
The South Arkansas Arts Center in El Dorado has announced the installation of new board members and bid farewell to departing members at its annual June meeting. The SAAC Board of Directors welcomed six new members who will bring a wealth of experience and expertise in the arts, business, and community leadership to the organization. Beverly Allen, Paul Burns, Melinda Garrison, Chelsey Turner, Ann Trimble, as directors; and Kaila Emery as Theatre Committee chairperson, will join the existing board members in their dedication to promoting arts and cultural programs in the region.
Pine Bluff police statistics show crime flat so far in ’24
The Pine Bluff Police Department released its 2024 Mid-Year Crime Statistics last week offering insights into the city's crime landscape. The report revealed that violent crime rates remained relatively unchanged compared with the previous year, with some categories showing slight increases and others experiencing decreases. In 2023 and 2024, homicides...
Coach sees shot at glory ahead
The boys' and girls' basketball programs at Pine Bluff High School have been extreme opposites in recent years, but the new head girls' coach is looking to change that. Pine Bluff introduced Tyrell Hood as the Fillies' new coach Thursday, along with new junior high head coach Chacoila Brown. Hood...
Arkansas official says state unsure when Rogers Revenue Office will reopen after storm damage
Arkansas Official Says State Unsure When Rogers Revenue Office Will Reopen After Storm Damage. Arkansas is still grappling with the aftermath of severe storms that hit the state in late May. One of the critical infrastructure components affected was the Rogers Revenue Office, which has been closed since the storms damaged the roof.
Arkansas Community Foundation establishes fund for survivors of Fordyce grocery store shooting
Arkansas Community Foundation Establishes Fund for Survivors of Fordyce Grocery Store Shooting. Just weeks after the devastating mass shooting at the Mad Butcher grocery store in Fordyce, the Arkansas Community Foundation is taking swift action to support those affected by the tragedy. On July 1, the nonprofit organization established a dedicated fund to provide aid to the survivors of the incident.
Downtown Rogers store owners ready to rev up revenue during Bikes, Blues & BBQ
Downtown Rogers Store Owners Prepare for Bikes, Blues & BBQ. Downtown Rogers business owners are gearing up to capitalize on the influx of visitors during the Bikes, Blues & BBQ rally, scheduled to take place from September 18 to 21, 2024. In anticipation of the event, they are developing strategies to entice attendees to patronize their stores and restaurants.
Hogs need more All-SEC additions for success in 2024
FAYETTEVILLE — Following the SEC Media Days Arkansas only placed one player on the All-SEC teams announced Friday. Defensive end Landon Jackson was the lone Razorback named as he was put on the second-team defensive line. Arkansas has to have more players shine in 2024 than just one and need to have many more on the All-SEC teams announced following the year.
Early Video Resurfaces Showing 17-Year-Old Amy Lee in Tiny Arkansas Club
A grainy video has resurfaced showing a pre-fame Evanescence playing a small bar in Arkansas in 1999. Most of the videos on John Furman's Youtube channel are show off-roading, guns or dash cam footage. Among his most popular videos, however, are rare live performances from the early days of Evanescence.
State Department of Health: Airborne Dangers Could Extend Beyond Tontitown
The recent air assessment report by CTEH reflects E&E’s ongoing efforts to analyze volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the Tontitown area. Despite the sensitive analytical results, sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide were not detected during the testing period, but other hazardous compounds were found. Two notable carcinogens, benzene and...
Blood drive held in honor of girl battling tumor
BROOKLAND, Ark. (KAIT) - People came together in Brookland on Sunday to give back to those battling medical issues. The Woods Chapel Baptist Church held its third annual blood drive with the Red Cross on July 21. The blood drive was held and named in honor of Piper Keeler, a...
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