Cave City has officially been selected as the newest hub in the Arkansas Rural Recreational Roads Program, expanding outdoor recreation and rural tourism opportunities across Independence and Sharp counties. Known as R3, the statewide program…
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Batesville Community Development Leader Amy Finster Graduates from UCA Institute
Amy Finster, Community Development Director for Batesville-based FARCO, was among 42 professionals recognized during the 40th Annual Community Development Institute at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. Finster received her graduation certificate July 31,…
Former Batesville Superintendent Dr. Ginni McDonald Files Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit
Dr. Ginni McDonald, former superintendent of the Batesville School District, has filed a verified federal civil rights complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas. The lawsuit alleges McDonald was…
Carlisle Woman Arrested on 28 Counts of Exploiting Nursing Home Residents
A Carlisle woman has been arrested on 28 felony counts after authorities allege she financially exploited residents of a Lonoke nursing facility. Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced that Traci Wagner, 45, of Carlisle, was…
Lyon College Earns CASE Silver Award for Winningham Player Reunion
Lyon College has received a Silver Award in the Council for Advancement and Support of Education’s 2026 Circle of Excellence Awards for its W.C. “Dick” Winningham Player Reunion. The award recognizes Lyon College’s work in…
Attorney General Tim Griffin Leads Bipartisan Effort to Preserve Federal Hemp Reforms
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin is leading a bipartisan coalition of 35 attorneys general urging Congress to preserve federal hemp reforms enacted in 2025 and reject efforts to reopen loopholes involving intoxicating hemp products. The…
Ward City Council Calls Special Meeting to Consider 4-Year Terms for Council Members
The Ward City Council will hold a special meeting Tuesday, August 4, 2026, to consider placing a proposed change to council-member term lengths before city voters. The special meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:30…
Lyon College Names Dr. Montrose Streeter Dean of Students
Lyon College has named Dr. Montrose A. Streeter its new dean of students, bringing more than 20 years of higher education leadership experience to the Batesville campus. Dr. Streeter’s appointment became effective August 3, 2026.…
65 Arkansas Law Enforcement Cadets Graduate from ALETA Class 2026-B
The Arkansas Division on Law Enforcement Standards and Training has recognized 65 cadets representing 45 law enforcement agencies following their graduation from Training Class 2026-B. The graduation ceremony was held at the East Camden campus…
Update: Affidavit Details Alleged 20-Minute Assault Involving Arkansas Rep. Austin McCollum; State Requests $25,000 Bond
A newly released probable-cause affidavit provides additional details surrounding the arrest of Arkansas State Representative Austin McCollum following an alleged domestic disturbance at his Bentonville residence. According to the affidavit filed in Benton County Circuit…
