The Russell Volunteer Fire Department is inviting the community to come together for a fun-filled fundraiser on Saturday, May 16, 2026, featuring a Cornhole Tournament, live music, food, bounce houses, and family activities. The event…
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Searcy Parks & Recreation Announces Free 2026 Summer Programs for Kids in Searcy Arkansas
Families across White County are getting excited as Searcy Parks & Recreation officially announced its FREE 2026 Summer Programs lineup for children and families in Searcy Arkansas. The summer schedule includes basketball clinics, soccer clinics,…
Old Independence Regional Museum to Host Peace Officers Memorial Day Ceremony in Batesville
The Old Independence Regional Museum will host a special Peace Officers Memorial Day ceremony on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend the observance honoring law enforcement officers who…
Breaking: Arkansas State Police Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting at Searcy Gas Station
Arkansas State Police are now leading an investigation into an officer-involved shooting reported Tuesday afternoon in Searcy. According to information gathered by ArkansasRadio.com News, the incident occurred around 2:14 p.m. at the Mobile gas station…
Curtis Named Chief of Programs and Project Management for USACE Little Rock District
Dr. Darrin Curtis has been named deputy for Programs and Project Management and chief of the Programs and Project Management Division for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District. Curtis replaces Craig Pierce,…
7th Annual Ozark Gateway Golf Tournament Cherokee Village Arkansas May 16 2026 – 4 Person Scramble Event
Golfers from across North Central Arkansas are invited to take part in the 7th Annual Ozark Gateway Golf Tournament on May 16 2026, a premier spring event combining competition, community, and scenic beauty. The tournament…
Fairfield Bay City Council Approves New “The Preserve” Subdivision Development
The Fairfield Bay City Council voted unanimously Monday, May 11, 2026, to approve a planning recommendation for a new private subdivision development known as “The Preserve.” According to documents presented during the meeting, the development…
Batesville School Board Recommends Firing Superintendent Ginni McDonald Following Preschool Abuse Investigation
The Batesville School District Board of Education has recommended terminating Superintendent Dr. Ginni McDonald following an ongoing investigation tied to child abuse allegations involving a Batesville preschool program. In a statement released on the district’s…
Recent Rainfall Across North Central Arkansas Region May Increase Weed Pressure
Recent rainfall across the North Central Arkansas region has helped lawns, gardens, landscapes, and pastures recover from dry conditions, but the added moisture is also creating ideal conditions for rapid weed growth. As warm temperatures…
Mother Finds 3.09-Carat Diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas During Time of Grief
A heartbreaking season of loss turned into a moment of hope for Pennsylvania native Keshia Smith after she uncovered a stunning 3.09-carat white diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park. Smith, who recently lost both…
