The Knights of Columbus are inviting the community to a fish fry dinner at St. James Catholic Church on Friday, February 20th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Guests can enjoy fried catfish with all…
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UACCB and UAM Announce New Bachelor’s Degrees in Business and Education
The UACCB UAM bachelor’s degrees partnership will be officially announced Thursday, February 26, expanding access to four-year degrees in Batesville. University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville and University of Arkansas at Monticello are launching…
Bald Eagle Barns, manufactured in Cave City, celebrated its expansion to Searcy
Bald Eagle Barns, LLC celebrated its expansion into White County with an official ribbon cutting ceremony at its new location, 2705 W Beebe Capps Expressway in Searcy. Community members, business leaders, and supporters gathered to…
Searcy Invites Public to Help Name New Community Center
The Searcy Community Center naming process is officially underway, and city leaders are inviting residents to help shape the identity of one of the community’s most anticipated projects. The new Community Center, approved through the…
Arkansas Health Survey Finds Nearly 30% of Adults Face Food Insecurity
New findings from the Arkansas Health Survey food insecurity report show that 28.8% of adult Arkansans — approximately 688,000 people — lack consistent, reliable access to nutritious food needed for a healthy life. The survey,…
Eagle Bank Rose Bud Branch Reopens at Temporary Location After Crash Destroys Building
he Eagle Bank Rose Bud Branch reopening marks a new chapter for the community following damage caused by an August crash. The branch has officially reopened at a temporary location as construction begins on a…
Mary Justus Hired as Director of TRIO Student Support Services at Ozarka College
Ozarka College has announced the hiring of Mary Justus as Director of TRIO – Student Support Services, strengthening the college’s commitment to student achievement and access across North Central Arkansas. In her new role as…
Grant Hardin Pleads Guilty to Escape Charge, Sentenced to Additional 13 Years
Grant Hardin has pleaded guilty to second-degree escape in Izard County Circuit Court and was sentenced Tuesday morning to an additional 13 years in prison. The sentence will run consecutively to the 80-year term Hardin…
White River FanCon Brings Movies, Anime, and Celebrity Guests to Batesville This Weekend
Fans of movies, television, anime, comics, and gaming are invited to Batesville’s premier fan experience this weekend as White River FanCon Batesville returns for two full days of entertainment. The event takes place Saturday and…
Authors of A Murder in Searcy Release New Book on 1960s Abduction Case
The authors of A Murder in Searcy have released a new book examining another historic case that once gripped the community. Mike Allen and Deana Hamby-Nall announced this week the release of The Abduction of…
