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Update: Suspect identified following police standoff
BROOKLAND, Ark. (KAIT) - Police have identified the suspect in custody following a Tuesday morning standoff that shut down Highway 49 B. According to Brookland Police Chief Jon Moore, Kendrick Anderson was wanted on a misdemeanor for fleeing with their agency. Chief Moore said they initially ran his name and...
Razorbacks announce 2024-25 schedule
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Swimming and Diving head coaches Neil Harper and Abel Sanchez have finalized the schedule for the Razorbacks’ 2024-25 season. The schedule features four meets in the Arkansas Natatorium beginning with Drury on Friday, September 27. Coach Harper commented, “I love our schedule because it has...
Duke Recruiting: Cal Is At Arkansas Instead Of Kentucky Now, But He’s Still Swinging For The Fences
When we can, we like to look at recruiting battles from other points of view. Right now, the two biggest recruits are probably AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer and both are being ardently pursued by Duke and Arkansas, now coached by John Calipari. This Arkansas site, All Hogs, is still...
Judge Talley will hear criminal docket on Thursday
A preliminary docket for Columbia County Circuit Court Criminal Division has been released by the office of Circuit Judge David W. Talley Jr. Court will be held Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 9 a.m. in the courtroom at the Columbia County Criminal Detention Facility in Magnolia. Those defendants scheduled to...
Arkansas basketball offers top 2025 in-state prospect
John Calipari and Arkansas basketball sent out another scholarship offer in the 2025 recruiting class on Monday evening. Isaiah Sealy, the top-rated player in the state, shared the news of the offer to his X (formerly Twitter) account after a short conversation with Calipari. The Springdale native is currently rated...
Residents question why Midway, Ark. post office remains closed after 2023 fire
MIDWAY, Ark. (KY3) - Many in one Baxter County, Ark. community are wondering why their post office remains closed more than a year after a fire. In June 2023, the post office was closed because of a fire that damaged inside portions of the building. Now that the year anniversary of the fire has passed, some in the community are growing frustrated.
Pharmacy plans to build 2nd location in Benton
A notable development in the world of healthcare is underway as West Side Pharmacy announces plans to build its second location in Benton. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the evolution of pharmacy services in the area, promising to enhance the overall healthcare experience for local residents. To achieve...
Harvest Food Truck Returns to Lafayette County Wednesday, 7/17
Time: 9 - 11 AM, or until all boxes have been distributed. Residents who wish to participate in this food box distribution in Lafayette County must enter the Fairgrounds building to check in first. After checking in, you can return to your vehicle and line up. Important Note: You must...
SOAR NWA returning for its fifth year with musical guest Coffey Anderson
BENTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — Open Avenues, a Rogers nonprofit assisting adults with disabilities to reach their work-related goals, is set to host its fifth annual SOAR NWA fundraising event this August. "We’re extremely excited to be able to bring this unique event back to Northwest Arkansas," Ocean Avenues...
Freshman commit Gabe Fraser announces plans to attend Arkansas
Arkansas freshman commit Gabe Fraser will attend school to play for the baseball program, he announced in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday night. Fraser was named the Trinity League's Co-MVP while helping lead Orange Lutheran High School (Calif.) to a state title. He was rated the No. 36 overall prospect and the No. 6 shortstop in California by Perfect Game. Fraser committed to the Hogs on Oct. 24, 2022, as a junior.
ASCS Penalizes Brady Baker for Failing Fuel Test at Batesville
(July 15, 2024) — The American Sprint Car Series announced Monday that Brad Baker has been fined due to failing a fuel test following the ASCS National Tour event on June 22nd, 2024 at Batesville Motor Speedway. After failing a fuel test at conducted in the ASCS Command Center...
EA Sports College Football Arkansas Player Ratings
The long wait for EA Sports College Football is over for those who pre-ordered the deluxe edition of the game, and the Arkansas Razorbacks are listed as an 85 overall, with an 82 on offense and an 82 on defense. It was previously announced the highest-rated player on the game for the Razorbacks is senior edge rusher Landon Jackson with a 91 overall, making him the 58th-best player in the game.
Morton to not run for Fort Smith Board reelection
Fort Smith City Director Lavon Morton said Monday (July 15) will not seek reelection to the Ward 2 Board of Directors seat he holds. Morton was first appointed to the position in April 2019, and was elected in 2020. He was up for election to the position in 2020, but...
Bike Enthusiasts Descend on Bentonville for NWA Bike-a-Palooza with F.A.S.T. Coler Roller
Bentonville, AR (July 15, 2024) – Gear up for one of Arkansas’ biggest cycling events as the NWA Bike-a-Palooza with F.A.S.T. Coler Roller rolls into Coler Mountain Bike Park this September 20-22! This community-driven event, organized by passionate volunteers from 15 local cycling clubs, promises a weekend of...
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