A Mountain View man is facing four felony charges following an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving a 12-year-old girl. Thirty-four-year-old Jordan Michael Smith has been charged with 2 counts of second-degree sexual assault…
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Rock-2-Roll Benefit 2026 Brings Lucero to Greers Ferry, Arkansas on September 5
One of the largest annual fundraising events in North Central Arkansas is returning to Greers Ferry with one of its biggest entertainment lineups ever. The Rock-2-Roll Benefit will take place Friday, September 5, 2026, at…
The Arkansas Department of Transportation Plans Public Hearing on Proposed Highway 65 Widening in Van Buren County
The Arkansas Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing to present and discuss plans for widening Highway 65 in Van Buren County. The Location and Design Public Hearing will be held from 4:30 to…
Seth Connell Unopposed Candidacy for Fairfield Bay Mayor
Fairfield Bay Mayor Seth Connell found out on Wednesday that he is unopposed in his campaign for a 4-year term as mayor. Connell made the announcement following the close of the 2026 municipal candidate filing…
Cave City Selected as Newest Arkansas Rural Recreational Roads Hub
Cave City has officially been selected as the newest hub in the Arkansas Rural Recreational Roads Program, expanding outdoor recreation and rural tourism opportunities across Independence and Sharp counties. Known as R3, the statewide program…
Second Earthquake in One Week Recorded Near Mount Pleasant and Melbourne in Izard County
A second earthquake in less than one week has been recorded near Mount Pleasant and Melbourne in Izard County, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The latest earthquake measured 1.7 magnitude and occurred at approximately…
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…
2.6 Magnitude Earthquake Recorded Near Melbourne in Izard County; Several Residents Report Feeling Early Morning Tremor
A small earthquake shook parts of north-central Arkansas early Monday morning, with several residents reporting they felt the brief tremor across the region. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake measured 2.6 magnitude…
Country Radio Legend Lon Helton to Receive 2026 CRB President’s Award — Hear Him Every Sunday at 12 Noon on ArkansasRadio.com Radio Station KWCK 99-9
One of country radio’s most respected voices and influential broadcasters, Lon Helton, has been selected to receive the 2026 Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) President’s Award, recognizing more than 50 years of leadership, innovation and dedication…
Trenton Morgan Memorial Steak and Chicken Wing Cook Off Set for July 18 in Cave City, Arkansas
Grill masters from across the region will fire up their cookers this Saturday, July 18, as the inaugural Trenton Morgan Memorial Steak and Chicken Wing Cook Off comes to Cave City Park. Presented by the…
