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Sebastian County judge proposes leasing county's part of Parrot Island amid expansion plans
FORT SMITH, Ark. — Sebastian County Judge Steve Hotz sent a drafted proposal to City Administrator Carl Geffken, suggesting a plan to lease the county's portion of Parrot Island Waterpark to the City of Fort Smith for $1 per year. The City of Fort Smith and Sebastian County are...
WATCH: Sam Pittman and players speak to media following first day of Fall Camp
FAYETTEVILLE, A.R. (KNWA/KFTA) – Following the conclusion of the first practice of fall camp, Arkansas football head coach Sam Pittman, quarterback Taylen Green, defensive lineman Cam Ball, and defensive back Hudson Clark all spoke to the media. Coach Pittman acknowledged that the team got off to a slow start...
Amplify Music Festival Brings Top Christian Artists to Arkansas
The two-day Amplify Music Festival, featuring Grammy-nominated band Skillet, hip-hop artist KB, and global evangelist Nick Hall, will take place on Friday, Aug. 9, and Saturday, Aug. 10, in Benton. The event is free and open to the public. The festival’s lineup also includes award-winning Christian artists Crowder, Jeremy Camp,...
Rison Shine Expanding Back To School Bash Friday
RISON - Rison Shine Community Development’s Back To School Bash will take place this Friday, Aug. 2 in Downtown Rison with new water activities added to the block party. During the event, which kicks off at 5 p.m. and is expected to wrap up by 8 p.m., the 200 block of Main Street, and the block of Third Street between Main and Pine Streets will be closed to traffic.
Jill Gillen Returns to Arkansas as Assistant Coach
One of the best players in Arkansas volleyball history is back in a new role, as Jason Watson announced Wednesday that Jill Gillen will join the squad as an assistant coach. “A significant part of an athlete’s journey is leaning on those that have gone before them. With the addition of Jill to our staff, we are providing our athletes a tremendous resource,” Watson said. “Her knowledge of the college game, coupled with a season in the Professional Volleyball Federation, will provide us all invaluable insight.”
18-year-old Rogers man arrested after chasing kids with machete
ROGERS, Ark. — According to a PC affidavit, 18-year-old Waylon Kumpe was arrested early on Tuesday morning after chasing several kids on his bike with a machete. The affidavit says that a group of kids was walking from Veterans Memorial Park in Rogers to Casey's on South Eighth Street around 1 a.m.
It’s The Annual Mental Health Awareness Basketball Game In Texarkana
Life can be a struggle and now more than ever our country is starting to pay more and more attention to Mental Health. Everyone is susceptible to doubts and the stress that life can bring. Here is a great way to support mental health awareness and have a great time doing it.
Arkansas football building foundation with new culture
Arkansas was in need of a culture change after a disappointing 4-8 (1-7 SEC) season in 2023. The Razorbacks have worked to build a strong bond as a team during summer workouts and hope to play with a 'chip on their shoulder' after being predicted to finish 14th in the Southeastern Conference by the media.
Woman accused of stealing $11,000+ of perfume at store
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – Police arrested a Memphis woman after they said she and a man stole over $11,000 worth of perfume from a department store, just a couple of months after she had committed a theft at the same store. On Wednesday, July 31, Craighead County District Court...
Head-on collision on Highway 43 in Siloam Springs results in injury
SILOAM SPRINGS, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) reported a head-on collision with injuries on Highway 43 in Siloam Springs on July 31. ARDOT reported the crash near Sequoyah Road around 5:30 p.m. At the time of the crash, the department said both lanes of traffic were being impacted. The scene was cleared around 6:40 p.m.
Arkansas is one of the cheapest states for drivers, according to new report
It's certainly not cheap to keep your car on the road. There's gas, insurance, car maintenance, and so much more. But depending on where you're located in the U.S., you may be able to save some cash on your typical vehicular fees.
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: No Heat Relief Yet
Extreme heat keeps rolling on. We’ll have heat indices above 105 today and could be over 110 in a few places. A front will pass through tomorrow, but before it, there is a chance of rain tonight and tomorrow. Even though a front is coming through Friday, it will...
Attorney General Griffin names Arkansas chef to compete in 20th Annual Great American Seafood Cook-off
LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued the following statement announcing that he has nominated Executive Chef Payne Harding, owner of Cache restaurant in Little Rock, to represent Arkansas in the 20th Annual Great American Seafood Cook-Off on August 3, 2024, in New Orleans:. “Arkansas, with its...