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Arkansas father charged with murder after shooting a 67-year-old man that he found in a car with his missing teen daughter.

Kenneth CookDecember 2, 2024December 24, 2024

by Kenneth CookDecember 2, 2024December 24, 20240737796

UPDATE*** LONOKE, Ark. – A father’s actions to save his daughter from an alleged predator have drawn widespread attention and support as he faces second-degree...

Life Style

Safety Tips for Setting Up Your Holiday Lights

Kenneth CookDecember 2, 2024December 2, 2024

by Kenneth CookDecember 2, 2024December 2, 20240308610

JONESBORO, Ark. – With Thanksgiving behind us, the holiday season is in full swing, and Christmas lights are going up in neighborhoods everywhere. While decorating...

Local News

Seasonal regulating stage change on the White River begins December 1, 2024

Kenneth CookDecember 2, 2024December 2, 2024

by Kenneth CookDecember 2, 2024December 2, 202407045

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wants to remind the public that the seasonal regulating stage for the White River at...

Local News

Independence County Deputy Graduates from Police Training Academy

Kenneth CookDecember 1, 2024December 1, 2024

by Kenneth CookDecember 1, 2024December 1, 202405027

POCAHONTAS, Ark. – Coty Lee Britt of the Independence County Sheriff’s Office was among 37 officers who graduated from the Basic Police Training Course at...

Life Style

“Life-Saving Tips: What to Do If You Have a Heart Attack Alone”

Kenneth CookNovember 22, 2024November 22, 2024

by Kenneth CookNovember 22, 2024November 22, 202406410

How to Save Yourself During a Heart Attack When You’re Alone Heart attacks can strike suddenly and without warning, leaving little time to act—especially if...

Local Business

Renewable energy needed for Arkansas’ future, industry experts tell lawmakers

Kenneth CookNovember 21, 2024November 3, 2025

by Kenneth CookNovember 21, 2024November 3, 202503438

By: Mary Hennigan Arkansas Advocate With some of Arkansas’ coal plants going offline by the end of the decade, renewable energy projects are needed to replace...

State News

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission director announces resignation

Kenneth CookNovember 21, 2024November 21, 2024

by Kenneth CookNovember 21, 2024November 21, 202401586

By: Mary Hennigan Arkansas Advocate Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Director Austin Booth announced his resignation Thursday during the wildlife agency’s regular monthly meeting. Booth has...

State News

Arkansas Announces $48 Million in Workforce Training Grants

Kenneth CookNovember 14, 2024November 14, 2024

by Kenneth CookNovember 14, 2024November 14, 202401396

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders joined workforce development officials Thursday to announce a significant new Arkansas initiative, providing $48 million in workforce...

Entertainment

Tyler Childers to Perform in North Little Rock Next April

Kenneth CookNovember 14, 2024November 14, 2024

by Kenneth CookNovember 14, 2024November 14, 202401246

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Country music star Tyler Childers is set to bring his tour to Simmons Bank Arena in the Little Rock metro...

Local Sports School/College News

Lyon College Hosts Annual Furry Frenzy Toy Toss for Angel Tree Program

Kenneth CookNovember 14, 2024November 14, 2024

by Kenneth CookNovember 14, 2024November 14, 202401076

BATESVILLE, Ark. – Lyon College will hold its beloved annual Furry Frenzy Toy Toss game on Saturday at Becknell Gymnasium, supporting the Rotary Club of...