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Wynne HS students return to temporary campus after tornado
WYNNE, Ark. — Thursday was the first day of school for Wynne Public Schools in east Arkansas, but as students and teachers come back, the district continues to rebuild after last year’s devastating tornado. Twenty-five hundred students in Wynne Public Schools, the home of the Yellowjackets, went back to school Thursday. “It’s been great. This is […]
A-State announces football season ticket referral program
JONESBORO, Arkansas — The Arkansas State Athletics Department announced Tuesday it has created a football season ticket referral program, providing special benefits to anyone responsible for referring someone else who purchases new season tickets. The benefits for those who have referred someone making a new season ticket purchase include:
Little Rock Weekend Guide: Aug. 1-4
The city is welcoming back August with a delightful lineup of local fun. Let’s get into it. First Thursday Shop & Sip in Hillcrest // It’s the first Thursday of the month, and you know what that means — time to get your shop ‘n’ sip on. Soak up the Kavanaugh vibes while you take advantage of the specials, later hours and extra fun, like live painting and vegan bites at Crying Weasel Vintage. It all kicks off at 5 p.m. Learn more here.
Third arrest made after woman’s body found in plastic bin
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A third person has been arrested in connection to the killing of an Arkansas woman found inside a plastic bin in February of this year. The St. Francis County Sheriff’s Department announced on Thursday that 49-year-old Willie Calvin Smith of Forrest City, Ark. has been arrested and charged with Tampering with Physical […]
Highway 63 to close this weekend for military training exercise
Bono, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Aug 1, 2024 – First reported by JonesboroRightNow on Sunday, the Air Force will land a C-130 on Bono Highway 63 this weekend. ARDOT has announced road closures for the highway beginning at midnight on Sunday and running through “mid-morning” for the military training exercise.
Helena-West Helena City Council approves immediate water rate hike amid system failures, emergency repairs
HELENA-WEST HELENA, Arkansas — The Helena-West Helena City Council has approved a water rate increase for the users of the city’s water. The move was made this week in light of the recent problems the city has faced with its water system. Helena-West Helena was placed on a...
Single-vehicle crash on Don Tyson Parkway kills 2
SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Two men were killed in a single-vehicle crash on West Don Tyson Parkway on July 31, according to a Springdale Police Department (SPD) crash report. According to the report, the driver of a Chevy Traverse was traveling westbound on Don Tyson Parkway around 7:45 a.m. The driver reportedly drove off the road and collided with the concrete retaining wall.
Todd Clark named Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at A-State
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Aug 1, 2024 – Arkansas State University Chancellor Todd Shields has appointed Todd Clark as chief marketing and communications officer (CMCO). Clark has 18 years’ experience in higher education and had been serving in an interim capacity since October. He will oversee...
Real-Life Rosie The Riveter: Ceremony Saturday to honor Howard County native
On Saturday, Aug. 3, there will be a special ceremony held in honor of Howard County native and “real-life Rosie the Riveter” Mary Bell (Parsons) Davis, who will also be celebrating her 100th birthday. The event will be held at the Glenwood Fish Nest Restaurant with a 12...
UAFS encourages Arkansas residents to drive with pride
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has kicked off its "Drive with Pride" campaign, inviting supporters to show their Lion Pride by purchasing official UAFS license plates.
Bird flu concern associated with upcoming county fairs
As the summer and fall seasons approach, the potential risk of bird flu transmission at county fairs has become a significant concern. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued guidelines to help prevent the spread of influenza A viruses among animals and people during these events. The...
Debate Continues on Expanding Red River Navigation to Texarkana
For years, the Arkansas Red River Commission has explored potential benefits by extending navigation on the Red River from Shreveport-Bossier to Texarkana. Despite ongoing studies, funding remains a significant hurdle for the project. Current discussions revolve around the Red River navigation expansion, which proponents argue could address transportation and commerce...
Victim identified in fatal rollover crash in Lawrence County
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - The victim in Thursday afternoon’s fatal crash has been identified. According to the crash report from Arkansas State Police, 53-year-old Theotis Crawford Jr. of West Memphis was driving a 2017 International semi-truck northbound on Highway 115, near State Highway 117 when the truck went around a curve, and left the road to the right.
Free health fairs to be held in the River Valley
FORT SMITH, Ark. — To celebrate National Health Center Week (NHCW), River Valley Primary Care Services is hosting two health fairs in the River Valley this month. NHCW is Aug. 4 through 10 and aims to increase awareness of community health centers. Spanish version: Para español haga clic aqui....
Rogers man accused of chasing minors with machete while riding bike
A Rogers man has been arrested after two juveniles told police they were chased by a man riding a bicycle with a machete over his head, according to court documents.