Melbourne, Ark., Secures $5.4 Million for Critical Wastewater Treatment Upgrades
MELBOURNE, Ark. – The small town of Melbourne in Izard County is set to embark on a transformative infrastructure project after securing nearly $5.4 million...
Author : Kenneth Cook
Batesville Man Arrested After Alleged Assault on Sheriff’s Deputy
BATESVILLE, Ark. – A Batesville man was arrested Monday night after allegedly resisting arrest and assaulting an Independence County sheriff’s deputy. According to court documents...
Arkansas Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Combat Human Trafficking with Unique Incentive
JONESBORO, Ark. – In an effort to curb human trafficking, an Arkansas lawmaker has introduced a bill that would reward truck drivers who report trafficking...
New Bill Proposes Restoring Gun Rights to Nonviolent Felons in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A new bill introduced at the Arkansas State Capitol seeks to restore gun rights to nonviolent felons, provided certain conditions are...
$10 Million in Grants Awarded to Boost Economic Development in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, in collaboration with the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) and the Arkansas State Legislature, has awarded $10...
Missing Hot Springs Village man found dead after crash
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, Ark. – Arkansas State Police confirmed Wednesday that a man who was reported missing from Hot Springs Village was found dead after...
Seven Earthquakes Reported Along New Madrid Fault Line
Residents near the New Madrid Fault Line woke up to seismic activity on Monday as seven minor earthquakes shook the region, according to officials from...
North Heights Church of Christ to host Polar Express event Sunday and Monday
The North Heights Church of Christ will host its annual Polar Express event on Sunday, Dec. 15, and Monday, Dec. 16, offering a festive evening...
Hope for the Holiday 5K & Half Marathon In Memory of Garrett Yeager
A special race is being organized in memory of Garrett Yeager, a beloved friend, son, brother, and father. This event celebrates his legacy by raising...
Batesville Man Faces Felony Charges for Child Exploitation Materials
BATESVILLE, Ark. — A Batesville resident has been arrested and charged with two felony counts related to child exploitation material, according to Independence County Circuit...