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Both of city’s dog parks now open
BLYTHEVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - The city of Blytheville announced on Tuesday that both of its dog park locations are now open. The city said in a recent social media post that one is located at Walker Park and the other at the Sportsplex. Both parks are fenced in and stocked...
Shaquille O’Neal coming to JJ’s Live as Diesel just before Razorbacks play LSU
Former NBA star, sports analysis and actor Shaquille O'Neal is headed to JJ's Live in Fayetteville as Diesel on October 18, the night before the Arkansas Razorbacks football team plays the Louisiana State Tigers.
Two U of A students facing charges in racist, homophobic vandalism on assistant dean’s door
Two University of Arkansas students are facing criminal charges after allegedly carving a swastika and the word "gay" into an assistant dean's office door.
'It's highly dangerous' | Police speak on the prevalence of fentanyl-related overdoses in Fayetteville
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Fayetteville Police Department (FPD) said their officers responded to three overdose calls on Saturday, June 29. Now, it's leading to a conversation around drug usage in Northwest Arkansas. "This stuff is out here. It's highly dangerous," Sgt. Stephen Mauk with FPD said. According to the...
North Little Rock neighborhood works to find plan to fix deteriorating amenities
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Indian Hills neighborhood in North Little Rock has long been known for its community club— featuring lakes, creeks, a pool, tennis courts, and more. Recently, many of these areas have fallen into disrepair and the community club could lose them if nothing...
Little Rock man pleads guilty to federal firearms violation in Texas
BEAUMONT, Texas — A Little Rock, Arkansas, man has pleaded guilty to a federal firearms violation in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs. Jajuan Lee Bonds, 23, pleaded guilty to possession of a machine gun before U.S. Magistrate Judge Christine L. Stetson on July 2, 2024. According to information presented in court, on July 21, 2022, an officer with the Corrigan Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Bonds. The officer observed what appeared to be marijuana in a clear plastic baggie in the vehicle. During a search, the officer located a firearm outfitted with a machine gun conversion device, commonly referred to as a “Glock Switch.” The modified handgun had been previously reported stolen.
Jerry Cervantez Joins A-State Baseball Staff for 2025 Season
Arkansas State baseball head coach Mike Silva announced Tuesday the addition of former Texas State assistant coach Jerry Cervantez to the Red Wolves’ staff. Cervantez arrives in Jonesboro after spending the last six years with the Bobcats. He served as the hitting and catching coach, playing an important role in their 2019 Sun Belt Conference championship and 2022 Sun Belt West Division title. Texas State established a new team record for home runs in 2022 (87) and nearly matched that mark the next season (83). Cervantez helped lead the program to its first regional finals in school history and guided Dalton Shuffield to All-American and Sun Belt Player of the Year honors.
Little Rock renters demand action on poor living conditions at Board of Directors meeting
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Community members spoke out Tuesday night about what they say is poor living conditions and called on city leaders for help at the Little Rock City Board of Directors Meeting. Arkansas Community Organizations is working with those renters that spoke out. A former tenant of...
Arkansas walk-on forward Lawson Blake to miss significant time with injury
Arkansas basketball walk-on forward Lawson Blake will miss significant time following a ruptured Achilles tendon, the senior announced in post to X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday afternoon. In the post, Blake gave a timeline of "6-12 months" which will most likely rule him out for the entire 2024-25 season. The...
PHOTOS: KURM signs off after 45 years on the air in Rogers
Rogers radio station KURM Radio, known for its local focus and dedication to superserving Benton County, is set to close at the end of June. This marks the end of a nearly 45-year journey that began on November 9, 1979, when the station first went on the air. Founder and radio personality Kermit Womack has been a driving force behind the station’s commitment to local news and community engagement.
Prairie Grove issues .2 million in school construction bonds to fund trio of projects
Prairie Grove Issues .2 Million in School Construction Bonds. Prairie Grove School District has issued .2 million in school construction bonds, marking a significant step towards funding a trio of projects aimed at enhancing the district’s infrastructure. This move comes as part of the district’s broader plan to invest in its facilities and improve the educational environment for students.
Mississippi man pleads guilty in Arkansas to threatening US judge, federal officer
A Mississippi man has pleaded guilty to threatening a United States judge and federal law enforcement officer, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office Eastern District of Arkansas.
Former Harps Food Chairman and CEO Rogers Collins dies
Springdale-based Harps Food Stores announced Tuesday (July 2) that former board Chairman and CEO Rogers Collins died on July 1. Collins began his career at Harps in December 1986 as vice president of finance. He was 75. He was promoted to executive vice president in 1995, and would rise to...
KTVE/KARD introduces its new El Dorado News Reporter Trey Miner to the Ark-La-Miss
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — KTVE/KARD is proud to introduce its new Sports Anchor Zach Richardson to the Ark-La-Miss. Treyviontae Miner is a native of Junction City, Arkansas, where he graduated from Junction City High School. He then attended Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia, Arkansas, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s in Mass Communications with […]
Van Buren police 'urgently' searching for missing teen
VAN BUREN, Ark. — The Van Buren Police Department (VBPD) said they are "urgently" searching for a missing "runaway" 16-year-old girl. Police say Briana Adams was last seen on foot near Main Street on June 28 wearing a gray shirt, gray shorts, and brown slides. Adams is described as...
19-Year-Old Arrested for Alleged Armed Robbery at Cracker Barrel
JONESBORO, Ark. – A violent robbery attempt at Cracker Barrel has resulted in the arrest of a suspect on several charges in Jonesboro. The alleged crime happened on June 25, with Jonesboro officers responded to the parking lot of Cracker Barrel in reference to a disturbance. Police made contact with witnesses and the alleged victim.
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