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Mayflower police launch investigation after two people found deceased
MAYFLOWER, Ark. — The Mayflower Police Department is investigating after they found two deceased people while performing a welfare check on Tuesday afternoon. According to reports, at about 12:30 p.m., officers were called to the First Baptist Church of Mayflower on Hwy 89 North to perform a welfare check.
Firms push back on Envista report about Peak Center flooding
At least four of the firms involved with the planning and construction of Fort Smith Public School’s Peak Innovation Center disagree with the findings of an investigation earlier this year about flooding issues that have plagued the building since it opened. An independent investigation into flooding issues at Peak...
Rob Jarvis joins Razorback program as assistant coach
FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas men’s head coach Chris Bucknam announced the hiring of Rob Jarvis as an assistant coach with Razorback track and field. Jarvis joins the Arkansas men’s program from the University of Miami where he has coached with the Hurricanes from the 2017 season. Jarvis recently earned the 2024 USTFCCCA South Region Men’s Assistant Coach of the Year.
Carter announces intent to resign as pastor of First United Methodist Church in Wynne
WYNNE — Matt Carter has indicated to the congregation at the First United Methodist Church in Wynne that he plans to resign as the church’s pastor. Carter made a statement to that effect at the end of yesterday’s services at the KC Hall. It appears Carter will...
Arkansas Faces Extreme Heat with 110-Degree Heat Index on Wednesday
Little Rock, AR – Arkansas residents are preparing for another scorching day as the heat index is expected to exceed 110 degrees on Wednesday. This extreme weather has led to the issuance of an excessive heat warning, highlighting the need for caution and preparedness. According to the National Weather...
Missing Arkansas girl found safe, state police say
HOWARD COUNTY, Ark. - A missing Arkansas girl was found safe a day after an AMBER Alert was issued for her. Arkansas State Police (ASP) said that 16-year-old Autumn Nicole Lyon went missing Saturday, July 27 from Mineral Springs, Ark. Investigators believe she met 30-year-old Adrian Garces online, left with him, and that the pair went to Texas.
Sadie Townley shares experiences from Arkansas Rice’s scholarship program, industry
Sadie Townley Shares Insight on Arkansas Rice Scholarship and Industry in Interview. Sadie Townley, a representative from Arkansas Rice, recently spoke with Kaelin from Little Rock Arc about her experiences related to the scholarship program and its impact on the industry. This interview focused on Townley’s insights about educating friends...
Food Bank Touts Senior Food Pantry Network
Jonesboro, AR – (Contributed) – July 29, 2024 – In Northeast Arkansas, seniors are experiencing hunger at a staggering rate of 7.6% of the state’s population. For these seniors, the choice often comes down to essentials like groceries or medicine, groceries or rent, groceries or utilities. Recognizing this dire need, the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas, alongside other local nonprofits, started the Senior Food Pantry Network. Through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and the Senior Food Pantry Network, the Food Bank provides much-needed support to seniors facing food insecurity. CSFP is an income-based program available to individuals over 60 years of age who need food assistance.
29 Jul 2024 CARTI expands Conway presence with new treatment location
CONWAY — CARTI is expanding its footprint with a second treatment location in Faulkner County. The CARTI Clinic in Conway, overseen by Taylor Moore, M.D., a board-certified urologist, and Christie Dumboski, APRN, a urology-focused nurse practitioner, offers leading-edge care to patients facing urologic conditions and related issues. The new facility at 410 Denison Street is directly across from the CARTI Cancer Center in Conway.