Arkansas shoppers will see lower grocery bills in the new year as the state officially eliminates the 0.125% sales tax on essential food items beginning January 1, 2026. The change, passed under House Bill 1685…
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Pardoned Nursing Home Owner with Batesville and Searcy Ties Seeks Delay Before Arkansas Prison Sentence
A former nursing home owner with operations in Batesville and Searcy has asked an Arkansas judge to delay his reporting date to prison, citing concerns the state may not be able to meet his religious…
Former State Representative from Batesville Tommy E. Mitchum of Batesville Passes Away at 76
Former State Representative Tommy E. Mitchum, 76, of Batesville, peacefully passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at White River Medical Center, surrounded by family. Known for his dedication to public service, his love for…
2026 Cave City Watermelon Festival Announces Major Country Music Headliners
The 2026 Cave City Watermelon Festival is gearing up for one of its biggest years yet, officially announcing this year’s live music headliners. Country music icon Sammy Kershaw will take the main stage Saturday night,…
BREAKING NEWS: $1.8 Billion Lottery Ticket Purchased in Cabot — Historic Arkansas Jackpot Win
A winning $1.8 billion lottery ticket was purchased in Cabot, making history as one of the largest lottery jackpots ever won in the state of Arkansas — and one of the biggest in the nation.…
COOL 104.7 & 99.1 Make It a Christmas to Remember for Searcy Winner Nicky Benson
COOL 104.7 & 99.1 have officially made it A Christmas to Remember for Nicky Benson of Searcy, announcing her as the big winner of the station’s popular holiday giveaway. Benson took home $3,500 in gift…
Holly Jolly Toy Drive Wraps Up Successful Season of Giving for Ashley HomeStore Batesville and Searcy
Holly Jolly Toy Drive Caps Off a Season of Giving for Ashley HomeStore Batesville and Searcy What a holly, jolly Toy Drive it has been. As the holiday season comes to a close, Ashley…
Best Christmas Light Displays in Arkansas: Magical Holiday Experiences Across the State
For generations of Arkansas families, seeing Christmas lights has been a cherished part of the holiday season. Nearly every town offers its own tradition — from courthouse square lightings and community parades to neighborhoods that…
Donald Taylor Appointed Director of Lyon College Title III Thriving Scots Grant
Lyon College Executive Vice President and Provost Kurt Grafton has announced the appointment of Donald R. Taylor as director of the Title III Thriving Scots Grant, effective January 2. Taylor, now in his 24th year…
Attorney General Tim Griffin Leads Multistate Effort Supporting FCC Proposal to Block Contraband Cell Phones in Prisons
Tim Griffin announced he has co-led a multistate letter urging the Federal Communications Commission to approve a proposal allowing correctional facilities to use jamming technology to combat the growing problem of contraband cell phones in…
