Batesville Tribune

State News

Black River Technical College Honors 9/11 with Flag-Raising Ceremony and Fallen Officer Memorial Dedication

Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 2024

by Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 20240544

POCAHONTAS, Ark. — On Wednesday, the Black River Technical College (BRTC) Law Enforcement Training Academy (LETA) commemorated the anniversary of September 11 with a poignant...

Regional/State Crime

Jonesboro Woman Arrested for Allegedly Shooting at Boyfriend

Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 2024

by Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 20240965

JONESBORO, Ark. — A Jonesboro woman has been arrested on charges of aggravated assault after allegedly shooting at her boyfriend. On September 11, Craighead County...

Regional/State Crime

Jonesboro Man Arrested in Connection with Multiple Robberies

Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 2024

by Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 202401006

JONESBORO, Ark. — A recent string of robberies in Jonesboro has led to the arrest of one suspect in connection with multiple crimes. On September...

Regional/State Crime

Paragould Man Held on $25,000 Bond Following Arrest for Child Sexual Assault

Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 2024

by Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 20240651

PARAGOULD, Ark. — An 18-year-old Paragould man, Matthew Whitley, is currently being held on a $25,000 cash-only bond following his arrest on multiple charges related...

State News

Community Honors Unclaimed Vietnam Veteran at Fayetteville National Cemetery

Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 2024

by Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 20240816

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — On September 11, the Fayetteville community came together to honor Anthony Broude, a Vietnam War veteran who passed away unclaimed and without...

School/College News

Arkansas Department of Education Secures $3.6 Million Grant to Enhance Educator Data Literacy and Improve Student Learning

Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 2024

by Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 20240730

The Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) has been awarded a substantial $3.6 million grant aimed at empowering educators to leverage assessment data to enhance instruction...

Local Business

Intimidator Group and The Toro Company Foundation Award Nearly $90,000 in Grants to Batesville Organizations

Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 2024

by Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 202401095

Intimidator Group, in partnership with The Toro Company Foundation, has announced that five organizations in the Batesville area will receive grants totaling nearly $90,000 as...

Local Business

University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville Appoints Scott Phillips as Director of Industry and Community Partnerships

Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 2024

by Kenneth CookSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 20240755

The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB) has announced the appointment of Scott Phillips as its new Director of Industry and Community Partnerships....

Local News

Senator Boozman Honors Kenneth Griffin in ‘Salute to Veterans’ Series

Kenneth CookSeptember 11, 2024September 11, 2024

by Kenneth CookSeptember 11, 2024September 11, 20240962

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) recently honored the service of Kenneth Griffin, a decorated Air Force veteran from Batesville, Arkansas, in his ongoing ‘Salute to...

Local Events

Main Street Batesville Hosts Levitt AMP Batesville Music Series at Riverside Park

Kenneth CookSeptember 11, 2024September 11, 2024

by Kenneth CookSeptember 11, 2024September 11, 20240822

Main Street Batesville is proud to present the Levitt AMP Batesville Music Series, a vibrant and inclusive community event held at Riverside Park along the...