Summary **Tragic House Fire Claims Three Young Lives in Arkansas: Investigation Underway** In a heartbreaking incident on Monday evening, three children lost their lives in a house fire just north of Morrilton, Arkansas. The Conway…
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Arkansas Finances Soar: January Report Reveals Revenue Outpacing Expectations!
Summary **Arkansas Reports Surplus in Early Fiscal Year 2026** The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration’s report for January 2026 indicates strong revenue performance for the first half of fiscal year 2026, covering July to…
School Status for Tuesday, February 3, 2026
School Status for Tuesday, February 3, 2026 Open Calico Rock School District — OPEN (Buses running highways only) Cave City School District — OPEN (Bus routes at driver discretion) Cedar Ridge School District — OPEN…
Mountain View Fire Department Responds to Early Morning Mobile Home Fire Near Fairgrounds
The Mountain View Fire Department responded to a mobile home fire early Monday morning near the Stone County Fairgrounds. Fire crews were dispatched at 6:42 a.m. and arrived on scene at 6:48 a.m. to find…
Heart Disease Remains Arkansas’s Leading Cause of Death; Health Officials Urge Residents to Know the Signs
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in Arkansas, claiming the lives of 8,531 Arkansans in 2024 — nearly one death every hour, according to the Arkansas Department of Health. During American Heart Month,…
Arkansas Restaurants Urge Community Support After Winter Storm Closures
Arkansas restaurant owners are asking for community support as they work to recover from closures and lost revenue caused by a severe winter storm that forced many eateries to shut down for several days. Owners…
Searcy Swim Center to Close February 9–20 for Pool Replastering and Facility Maintenance
The Searcy Swim Center will be temporarily closed from February 9 through February 20 as crews replaster the pool and complete routine maintenance throughout the facility. Officials say the closure is part of ongoing efforts…
Arkansas State University Jonesboro Chancellor Condemns Inappropriate Behavior, Confirms Active Investigations
Arkansas State University Chancellor Todd Shields has issued a message to the campus community addressing recent reports of deeply inappropriate and hateful behavior on campus, confirming that the incidents are being taken seriously and are…
School Closings and Delayes
Monday, February 2, 2026 Closed Beebe School District Cabot School District Cave City School District Cedar Ridge School District Highland School District Hoxie School District Izard County Consolidated School District Melbourne Public School District…
Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce Honors Bold Leadership and Community Progress at 2026 Derby Gala
he Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated a year of momentum, innovation, and collaboration during its Annual Meeting & Gala, The Derby Gala, held Friday, January 23, at the Batesville Community Center. More than 500…
