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Second resource officer in Newport School District

Newport, Arkansas – Currently, Newport School District has two “Law Dawgs.” The Newport School District announced on Wednesday, July 27, Sergeant Matt Duvall with the...

M2.2 earthquake reported overnight in White County

White County, Arkansas – On Wednesday night, the U.S. Geological Survey recorded a small earthquake in White County. The magnitude 2.2 quake occurred at 10:17...

Jonesboro neighborhood startled by lightning bolt

Jonesboro, Arkansas - Early Thursday morning, several Jonesboro residents were jolted awake when lightning struck a tree. According to Sharron Turman, it happened around 4...

North Little Rock school district introduces new safety measures

North Little Rock, Arkansas – In order to immediately enhance safety for the new school year, North Little Rock schools are reorganizing their safety...

$2.1M for expanding Batesville Industrial Park

Batesville, Arkansas - U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced on Tuesday, July 26, that the Department’s Economic Development Administration is awarding a...

Teacher shortage at Perryville schools

Perryville, Arkansas – As the school year is approaching, many schools are struggling to fill all their teaching positions. According to Perryville Schools Superintendent, Walt...

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