President Donald J. Trump has ordered all United States flags to be flown at half-staff effective immediately in honor of the late United States Senator Lindsey Graham. According to the presidential proclamation, flags will remain…
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Batesville Native Gage Wood Starts 2026 MLB All-Star Futures Game at Phillies Home Park
Batesville native Gage Wood continues to make Arkansas proud as one of baseball’s fastest-rising prospects after earning the starting nod for the National League in the 2026 MLB All-Star Futures Game Sunday at Citizens Bank…
2 People Die in Stone County House Fire Near Mountain View, Arkansas
A tragic house fire in Stone County claimed the lives of 2 people early Sunday morning, according to local emergency responders. The incident began around 7 a.m., when the Mountain View Fire Department was dispatched…
Hope Lutheran Family Life Pantry to Provide Free Baby Essentials in Batesville on Monday July 13
Families in Batesville and surrounding communities will have an opportunity to receive free baby essentials during the next distribution at the Hope Lutheran Family Life Pantry on Monday, July 13. The pantry, located at 2415…
Rep. French Hill’s Landmark Housing Bill Signed Into Law, Expanding Homeownership Opportunities
Congressman French Hill is celebrating what he calls the most significant federal housing legislation in decades after the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act officially became law. Hill, who serves as chairman of the House…
1.9 Magnitude Earthquake Recorded Near Caraway, Arkansas Late Friday Night
A small earthquake was recorded late Friday night in northeast Arkansas, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The 1.9 magnitude earthquake occurred at 11:12 p.m. CDT Friday, July 10 (4:12 a.m. UTC Saturday, July…
Beebe Police Identify Juvenile Suspects in Recent Vehicle Break-In Investigation
The Beebe Police Department says it has identified the suspects believed responsible for a string of vehicle break-ins reported across several neighborhoods over the past several nights. According to police, the break-ins began July 6…
Batesville Rodeo Returns July 17–18 with Family Fun, Rodeo Action and Hall of Fame Clown Reggie Purvis
Saddle up for 2 nights of family fun as Experience Independence and CK Rodeo bring the Batesville Rodeo back to the Batesville Rodeo Arena on Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18. The annual event…
Harding University Ranked Arkansas’ Best College for Student Athletes by Niche
Harding University has earned the top spot in Arkansas for student athletes, according to the latest rankings released by Niche. The Searcy-based university was named both the #1 Best College for Student Athletes and the…
Arkansas Groundwater Report Shows Progress but Highlights Long-Term Water Challenges
Arkansas officials say the state’s latest annual groundwater report offers encouraging signs of progress, while emphasizing the need for continued conservation and long-term water management. According to the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, groundwater levels have…
