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Camden mourning loss of Arkansas’ oldest police officer L.C. ‘Buckshot’ Smith, remembering him as the officer who ‘took more people home than to jail’
CAMDEN, Ark. – A Camden man known as the oldest police officer to serve in Arkansas is being remembered after officials with the Camden Police Department announced his death Thursday. Officer L.C. Smith, also known as ‘Buckshot,’ was 95 at the time of his death. He’d just retired from...
Report: Fayetteville's Washington Regional Medical Center is the number 1 hospital in the state
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A U.S. News and Health report named Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville to be the top hospital in the state, with a "high-performing" (5/5) grade in 15 of the 20 areas graded. According to a Washington Regional press release, this is the fourth year in...
Mural celebrates ‘hero’ namesake of city airport
An airplane may dominate the new mural greeting visitors to Arkadelphia’s airport, but a closer look offers insight into the namesake of its Dexter B. Florence Memorial Field on U.S. 67, one mile south of the city. “This artwork symbolizes a native son we should honor every day,” said...
Four-star DL Reginald Vaughn chooses Arkansas
The 2025 class is turning into a decent class, after all, with the addition of Arkansas's third four-star prospect. Arkansas landed defensive tackle Reginald Vaughn earlier today, coming as the No. 3 recruit in the class so far. Vaughn is rated .08918 by 247Sports Composite, which ranks him the No....
Arkansas lands second commitment for 2026
Arkansas landed its second verbal commitment for the Class of 2026 on Saturday when Hot Springs (Ark.) Lakeside offensive lineman Tucker Young went public with his decision to call the Hogs. Young, 6-4, 300, announced his decision at the end of the Razorbacks' Hogwild Hangout cookout event in Fayetteville (Ark.).
Social media reaction- Coach Travis Williams rapping in front of the team
Travis Williams has been a terrific hire for Sam Pittman. The switch in defensive philosophy from a passive, drop-eight scheme to Williams' aggressive, blitz-happy defense helped Arkansas move from second-to-last in pass defense in 2022 to a top-30 position in 2023. He obviously has great football chops, but he also...
The ARTSpace on Main hosts gaming event for local youth
Pine Bluff, Arkansas – The ARTSpace on Main, located at 623 S. Main St. in Pine Bluff, is hosting an engaging and educational event for local youth on Saturday, July 27, from 1-3 p.m. Titled “Game on Main,” this free event is tailored specifically for students in grades five through 12.
2025 NBA Draft: Johnuel "Boogie" Fland Set to Lead Arkansas Basketball Into New Era
The Archbishop Stepinac star combo guard committed to John Calipari at Kentucky, and followed him to Arkansas. What does his ceiling look like with this hyper-talented team?
Mountain Home School District Loses FOIA Lawsuit
MOUNTAIN HOME, Ark. — The Mountain Home School District lost a lawsuit this week that alleged its school board violated open-meetings laws by conducting business through text messages. On Tuesday, July 23, Baxter County Circuit Court Judge John Putman ruled against the district in a FOIA lawsuit filed by...
It’s The Back To School Backpack Giveaway Friday Aug 2
POL Care Inc. (Packages of Love Care) will be having its annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway. The event will be held on Friday, August 2 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Texarkana College's Levi Hall located at 2500 Robison Road in Texarkana. This event is for kids of...
Hollywood Feed Continues Arkansas Expansion, Opens New Pet Store in Hot Springs
After recently announcing its new Conway location, Hollywood Feed today announced the site of the next store in its Arkansas expansion: 3802 Central Avenue in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The healthy and holistic pet food and supply retailer’s new location will be approximately 5,750 square feet and will offer professional grooming services, two self-service dog washes, Same Day Delivery service and Curbside Pickup in addition to in-store shopping with professional guidance from the Hollywood Feed team.
Mega Millions Ticket worth $40,000 sold in Clarendon
Little Rock, Arkansas – A lucky lottery player in Clarendon has struck it big with a Mega Millions® ticket worth $40,000 from the July 23 drawing. The winning ticket was sold at Aclaren Inc., located at 503 Madison St. The winning numbers for this draw were 3, 9, 14, 26, and 51, with the Megaball® number being 21 and the Megaplier® set at 4.
PHOTOS: Artist and campers create mural in Fayetteville – Northwest Arkansas
When a project includes a public art element, the city issues a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit proposals from interested artists. RFQs include details of the artwork, such as the location, scale, and payment structures, ensuring all participants are well-equipped to contribute their best work. Artists submit their portfolios, resumes, and statements of interest for review by the Fayetteville Arts Council. Selected artists receive a stipend to produce a detailed rendering of their proposal, which the Arts Council evaluates and selects the final piece.
KNWA announces new evening anchor, Doug Warner
Warner is a four-time Reporter of the Year recipient, honored by many professional industry organizations including the Louisiana Associated Press, the Louisiana Association of Broadcasters, and the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (Emmy award).
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