Batesville Motor Speedway Owners Announce Sale After 32 Years in Racing
LOCUST GROVE, Ark. — Mooney and Connie Starr, owners of the Batesville Motor Speedway, have announced their decision to step away from the racing world...
Author : Kenneth Cook
Oklahoma City Metro Devastated by Severe Weather and Tornadoes, Leaving Widespread Damage and Injuries
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Severe weather tore through portions of Oklahoma late Saturday night and into Sunday morning, bringing a series of destructive tornadoes, significant...
Exploring Batesville’s History: A Journey Through Local Landmarks and Stories
BATESVILLE, Ark. — As one of the oldest cities in Arkansas, Batesville has a rich history filled with fascinating stories and landmarks that date back...
Holiday Festivities to Light Up Batesville: A Guide to Upcoming Celebrations
BATESVILLE, Ark. — The holiday season is fast approaching, and Batesville is gearing up with a lineup of festive events that are sure to bring...
Rain brings relief to dry conditions; burn ban remains for Independence County
Widespread rain Thursday brought some relief to a bone-dry Arkansas, as the state Division of Forestry reduced wildfire dangers in most counties to a “moderate”...
Arkansas Native and Country Star Justin Moore to Headline Simmons Bank Arena in January 2025
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Country music fans are in for a treat as Arkansas-born star Justin Moore will bring his talents to the Simmons...
Arkansas Announces New 815-Acre Prison Site in Franklin County, Expected to Create 800 Jobs
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ark. — Arkansas has announced the purchase of 815 acres in Charleston, Franklin County, for $2.95 million to build a new prison. State...
2024 Presidential Election Preview: Key Battleground States in Focus
As the 2024 presidential race heats up, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump find themselves in a tightly contested battle across the...
Arkansas Crop Burning Raises Health and Safety Concerns as New Legislation Proposed
JONESBORO, AR — Recently, smoke from crop burning by rice farmers in northeastern Arkansas blanketed Jonesboro, creating hazy skies and causing discomfort for many residents....
Mississippi Man Dies in Plane Crash in Arkansas Ozarks
VAN BUREN COUNTY, Ark. — A tragic plane crash in the Ozark Mountains claimed the life of 68-year-old Robert Phillips Mathis of Corinth, Mississippi, on...