A beloved New Year’s tradition returns as the 2026 Chunky Dunk takes place January 1, inviting locals and visitors to kick off the year with laughter, courage, and cold water. Participants will meet at 12:00…
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Arkansas Children’s Receives Historic $50M Gift, Joins Golisano Children’s Alliance
Arkansas Children’s Hospital Receives Historic $50 Million Gift, Joins Golisano Children’s Alliance Arkansas Children’s in Little Rock has received the largest donation in its history — a $50 million gift from philanthropist Tom Golisano and…
North Central Arkansas Cornhole & Darts Association Launches to Build leagues and Competition
A casual hobby shared among friends is now becoming a full community movement with the launch of the North Central Arkansas Cornhole and Darts Association. The new organization aims to create a welcoming league for…
Diaper Dash 5K in Searcy to Support White County 100 Families January 3
Diaper Dash 5K Returns to Searcy January 3 Benefiting White County 100 Families The Diaper Dash 5K, benefiting White County 100 Families, is set for Saturday, January 3rd from 8–11 a.m. at Downtown Church of…
Newark Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on Highway 14 Near Marcella in Stone County
Newark Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on Highway 14 Near Marcella in a single-vehicle accident just after midnight on December 27, 2025, along State Highway 14 East near Marcella. According to the Arkansas State Police report,…
Markowski Family Donates Historic Gray’s Hospital to City of Batesville for Downtown Revitalization
ccording to an announcement shared on Facebook, the Markowski Family has officially finalized the donation of the historic Gray’s Hospital building to the City of Batesville, marking a major step forward for downtown redevelopment. The…
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…
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…
Batesville Continues White River Wonderland for 2025 as Christmas Capital of Arkansas® Shines Brighter Than Ever
Each winter, Riverside Park transforms into the shimmering holiday wonderland that earned Batesville the title Christmas Capital of Arkansas®. This year, the tradition continues with a reimagined layout, new attractions, and festive displays designed to…
