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Marriages and Divorces Aug. 4
The following marriage licenses were recorded, according to the Jefferson County Clerk's Office:. Mohamad Mohsen Al Saadi, 27, and Reem Abou Selo, 25, both of Pine Bluff, recorded July 31. Russell Mack White Jr., 59, and Cynthia Luann Dunn, 57, both of Pine Bluff, recorded July 30. Alasia Keiyuna Tanner,...
Benton County Sheriff's Office responds to drowning call at Beaver Lake
BENTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — Multiple fire departments and the Benton County Sheriff's Office responded to a drowning call at Beaver Lake on Aug. 3. A Facebook post from the Hickory Creek Fire Department says that they responded alongside Hwy 94 East Fire Department, the Benton County Sheriff's Office, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, and Pafford EMS.
Low-Cost pet vaccination clinic
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Aug 3, 2024 – On August 17 from 9 am to 1 pm Laura Dacus, DVM, will be hosting a low-cost pet vaccination clinic. This event is sponsored by Jonesboro Animal Services and NAFA Rescue. They will be offering vaccinations for rabies, canine 5 in 1, bordetella, and feline 3 in 1. In addition, they will also have heartworm testing.
Smoke event evacuates Arkadelphia nursing home
Hallways filled with smoke, apparently from a malfunctioning air conditioning unit, greeted Arkadelphia firefighters responding to an alarm Saturday morning at the Nightingale Nursing Home. Firemen found staff members evacuating residents into the courtyard away from the affected area and proceeded to determine the fire threat and smoke source. Once...
Razorback track & field assistant wins third-consecutive Olympic gold medal in shot put
Razorback track & field assistant Ryan Crouser made history in Paris on Saturday becoming the first athlete to win three consecutive gold medals in shot put.
Local church holds Back-to-School Bash
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church held a back-to-school event on Saturday, August 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. They gave away school supplies, had food and drinks, and also had games and other activities for families to enjoy as they get ready to go back to school.
Devin Bale ready to take over as Arkansas punter
Redshirt junior Devin Bale will take over as the starting punter for Arkansas this season and will get his chance to compete in the Southeastern Conference after transfering from Northern Colorado prior to last season. Max Fletcher started last year but entered the transfer portal in April at the end of spring drills, opening the door for Bale.
Show Your Support for Waldron First Responders by Giving Blood at a Boots & Badges Blood Drive! August 15
Roll up your sleeve and support your local first responders by giving blood with Our Blood Institute at a local Boots & Badges blood drive!. Our Blood Institute (OBI) will host the Waldron Boots and Badges Blood Drive on Thursday, August 15, from 2:30 p.m. to 6 pm at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. With your blood donation you’ll receive a free entry to Magic Springs Theme Park and Water Park in Hot Springs, AR.
Arkansan recognized as 'real-life Rosie the Riveter' on 100th birthday
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Today marks a special day of recognition for May Bell Davis, an Arkansan who is turning 100 and being recognized as a 'real-life Rosie the Riveter' in the same day. Davis was born in Howard County, Arkansas, but spent a majority of her life in...
Scott Fountain the last remaining assistant from Pittman's first Arkansas staff
The more things change, the more they stay the same. At least, that's the case for Arkansas special teams coordinator Scott Fountain. Entering the 2024 season, Fountain is the only assistant from Sam Pittman's first Razorbacks coaching staff in 2020. Before joining Pittman's inaugural Arkansas staff, the two were assistants...
Arkansas lands JUCO defensive back Shannon Blair
Arkansas is up to 20 commitments for the Class of 2025 after gaining a verbal pledge from East Mississippi Community College defensive back Shannon Blair on Saturday afternoon. Blair, a 6-1, 190-pound safety/cornerback who began his career at Tennessee, chose the Razorbacks over offers from Memphis, Liberty, Charlotte and others.
Two killed, one injured in rural Madison County crash
MADISON COUNTY, Ark. — Two people were killed and one was injured after a crash in rural Madison County on Aug. 2. According to a crash report from the Arkansas Department of Public Safety (DPS), a vehicle was traveling south on State Highway 45, exiting a left curve when it lost control and cross the centerline, striking a second vehicle.
Craighead Electric CEO departs company
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – August 2, 2024 – Craighead Electric Cooperative Chief Executive Officer Jeremiah Sloan is no longer leading the utility company. Sloan’s tenure reportedly ended Friday, July 26. The circumstances regarding Sloan’s departure have not been determined. Sloan’s photo was removed from the company’s website as of Thursday.