Batesville turned out in a big way Monday as residents gathered to celebrate the opening of the city’s new Slim Chickens restaurant. Crowds began arriving after the doors opened at 10 a.m., welcoming the…
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Historic Day for Batesville: Arkansas-Born Slim Chickens Opens Monday at 10 A.M., Bringing One of the State’s Greatest Success Stories to Arkansas’ Oldest City
One of Arkansas’ most recognizable homegrown brands is coming home, and Batesville residents have the opportunity to be part of a day that will become a lasting chapter in the city’s history. Slim Chickens, the…
Arkansas SHIP Day Coming Thursday to Lightle Senior Center Searcy with Free Medicare Counseling, Bingo, Prizes and LIVE ArkansasRadio.com Broadcast
Seniors, caregivers and anyone eligible for Medicare are invited to attend Arkansas SHIIP Day on Thursday, July 23, at the Lightle Senior Center, where they will receive free Medicare counseling, learn how to reduce prescription…
Pediatrics Plus Highlights Innovative Therapy Farm and Family-Centered Care During ArkansasRadio.com Open Mic Interview
Every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, and that’s the mission driving Pediatrics Plus every day. During this week’s Open Mic program with ArkansasRadio.com, Beth Younge, Senior Director of the Searcy Farm…
New PEOPLE: Governor Orders Major Shakeup In Little Rock
Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced a series of new appointments and reappointments to Arkansas boards and commissions, impacting several communities across the ArkansasRadio.com region. Regional appointments include: Bob Connell of Searcy was appointed to the Arkansas…
Former Sharp County Sheriff Dale Weaver Dies After More Than Four Decades in Law Enforcement
Former Sharp County Sheriff and veteran law enforcement officer Dale Weaver passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026, following a career that spanned more than four decades in Arkansas law enforcement. The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office…
Kay Thomas, 2026 Governor’s Arts Award Winner, Featured on Special Open Mic Interview with Bob Connell
Kay Thomas of Mountain View, recently honored with the Folklife Award as part of the 2026 Governor’s Arts Awards, is featured in a special Open Mic interview program with ArkansasRadio.com CEO and station manager Bob…
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…
Timeless Christmas Returns: Timeless 106.1 KFFB Begins Holiday Music Tradition on Black Friday
A beloved holiday tradition is returning once again as A Timeless Christmas prepares to launch for the 2025 season on Timeless 106.1 KFFB a ArkansasRadio.com radio station. The station will kick off festivities on Black…
Mountain View Christmas Open House Set for Black Friday With Live Broadcast and Cash Giveaway
Shoppers are invited to celebrate the season at the Mountain View Christmas Open House this Black Friday, November 28, featuring a live broadcast with Bob Connell and ArkansasRadio.com’s Timeless 106.1 KFFB from 7 to 10…
