A Newport man is being held on a $1 million cash or surety bond after police said he arranged to meet a 13-year-old for sex. Craighead County District Judge David Boling found probable cause to…
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Baptist Health, Baxter Health, Conway Regional, White County Medical And Unity Health Among Arkansas Rural Health Grant Recipients
Rural healthcare providers and communities across Arkansas are receiving nearly $150 million in federal funding aimed at expanding services, improving technology and bringing more healthcare options closer to rural residents. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced…
Jonesboro Man Held on $75,000 Bond in Child-Grooming Case
A Jonesboro man is being held on a $75,000 bond after a judge found probable cause to charge him with sexually grooming a child younger than 14. Tim Ohler, 60, was booked into the Craighead…
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders Appoints Steve Kueter to Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has appointed Steve Kueter of Paragould as the newest member of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, filling a 7-year term that will run through 2033. Kueter succeeds outgoing Commission Chairwoman…
Severe Storms Bring Damaging Winds, Hail, and Tree Damage Across Arkansas
Severe thunderstorms swept across large portions of Arkansas Monday evening, June 1, 2026, as a cold front collided with extremely hot and humid air across the state. The National Weather Service issued multiple Severe Thunderstorm…
Walnut Ridge Woman Killed in Head-On Crash on Highway 1 in Craighead County Arkansas
A Walnut Ridge Arkansas woman was killed and 3 others injured in a head-on crash Saturday night in Craighead County Arkansas. According to the Arkansas State Police, the crash happened around 10:15 PM on May…
Civil Lawsuit Filed Against Assemblies Of God Entities Over Alleged Abuse In Jonesboro Arkansas
Six women filed a civil lawsuit May 20 in Craighead County alleging church officials failed to stop years of sexual abuse committed by former children’s pastor Anthony “Tony” Waller in Jonesboro. The complaint was filed…
Jonesboro Police Make Announcement About Dancing Man In Public
If you’ve spotted Ozzy dancing around town, there’s no need to worry. The Jonesboro Police Department confirms he’s just enjoying life. Ozzy is often seen getting exercise and rocking out in public. Residents can rest…
Earthquake Reported In Arkansas Near Jonesboro
A small earthquake has occurred in Arkansas. The event happened approximately 29 miles away from Jonesboro, Arkansas. A 2.1 magnitude earthquake shook an area about 4 miles from Caraway, Arkansas, late Saturday night. It hit…
Arkansas Sheriff’s Office Gets Surprise Text Message About One Of Their Officers
You read negative news all the time. Now it’s time for some heartwarming news! The Craighead County Sheriff’s Department shared a heartfelt commendation for Deputy John Taggart on social media. They received a text message…
