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Lockheed Martin holding recruitment fair in Fort Smith
FORT SMITH, Ark. — Defense company Lockheed Martin is holding a recruitment event in Fort Smith next month. The event comes ahead of the arrival of F-35 fighter jets to the 188th. The event will be held at the Wyndham City Center on Rogers Avenue on April 16 from...
Arkansas man raises $30K for local nonprofits by selling trees to the community
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — It's hard to miss the rainbow of trees in Northwest Arkansas. They fill the forest, neighborhoods, and the yard of Bentonville resident Jason Vella. "I somehow find a little spot on each of the little corners, but we've got, you know, weeping willows, as I say different types of maples, dogwoods, red buds, and a number of others," Vella said.
Coler Mountain Bike Preserve preps for its busiest time of the year
BENTONVILLE, Ark — The Coler Mountain Bike Preserve in Bentonville is a popular destination for those looking to hit the outdoors. According to Alyssa Traxson, the marketing director of the Peel Compton Foundation, the company that oversees the bike preserve, all 22 campsites are booked for the rest of March, and they are almost fully booked for April.
Washington County returning over $490K in unused rental aid to U.S. government
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — Washington County will return more than $490,000 in unused Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) money to the federal government, according to the recording of a committee meeting on March 12. In January 2021, Washington County received money from the U.S. government for ERA grants during...
University of Arkansas will keep its staff following outsourcing possibilities
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The University of Arkansas (U of A) has announced it will maintain its current workforce after considering outsourcing its custodial and grounds services last month. U of A administrators told employees in January that SCC Services for Education would be conducting an assessment to evaluate the...
Washington County Crisis Stabilization Unit to shut down after provider loss
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — The Washington County Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) is set to shut down later this year. According to Tad Sours, the Communications Director for Washington County, the county received notice on March 27 that the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences had initiated a termination clause.
Eco-Vista representatives file request to expand Tontitown landfill due to capacity concerns
TONTITOWN, Ark. — Representatives with Waste Management's Eco-Vista landfill filed a request on March 27 to expand the landfill in Tontitown by 10 additional acres. The request estimates that the landfill will run out of room in approximately four weeks. If the Arkansas Pollution Control and Ecology Commission (APCEC)...
Fayetteville sees the most bed bug infestations in the region, according to NSPC
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Fayetteville has seen the most bed bug infestations compared with other cities in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley in 2023, according to the Natural State Pest Control (NSPC). Bed bugs are small parasites that feed on human hosts. Although they are not known to spread...
Over 2.5 miles of water line extension approved by Bentonville
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — The Bentonville City Council approved the $1.1 million dollar design of a water transmission line extension project. The utility board approved 5-0 for the design. The approval was made during a meeting on Tuesday, March 26. The project includes a 14,000-foot (roughly 2.65 miles), 48-inch water...
Arkansas breweries embrace eclipse with upcoming event
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — The Arkansas Brewers Guild invites the community to try out local breweries with its Pint Day event. On March 30, 24 breweries across the state will participate in the annual event to spotlight local businesses and their "contribution in their hometowns, regions, and statewide," according to a press release from the guild.
Farmers use helicopters to warm crops amid spring freezes
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — An early spring this year means more work for farmers as early blooms face freezing temperatures. Les Dozier's Sta-N-Step Farms has served Northwest Arkansas since 1989. His farm is one of many facing freezing temperatures that could ruin crops. "The plants are very sensitive when they're...
Single-vehicle accident in Leflore County leaves 1 dead, 1 injured
HONOBIA, Okla. — An Honobia man died after a single-vehicle accident in Leflore County on March 27 around 3:30 p.m., according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP). Dell Ward, 68, was driving a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado on Indian Highway just north of Honobia when he failed to negotiate a curve, departed the roadway, and struck a tree.
'Accident victims are being targeted' | Fort Smith couple found guilty of lawyer scams
FORT SMITH, Ark. — Sebastian County District Court Judge Amy Grimes delivered a guilty verdict against Leigh Ann (Annie) Saffer and David Saffer for the unauthorized practice of law. The Saffers solicited business for car accident victims on behalf of chiropractors under false pretenses. "Accident victims are being targeted,...
Festivals, events in Arkansas celebrating the Great American Solar Eclipse
With all of Arkansas being impacted by the solar eclipse in some form, cities are putting a hold on the normal day-to-day and taking advantage of the historic event. While many people are planning to view the Great American Solar Eclipse in the Natural State on April 8, some haven't fully planned their day.
Peak Innovation Center flooding issues addressed at Board of Education meeting
FORT SMITH, Ark — The multi-million dollar Peak Innovation Center in Fort Smith provides career and technical training to high school students across the area, but it has faced flooding issues since it opened in 2022. Senior Project Consultant George Feathers, who works for Envista Forensics, presented conclusions to...
About 600 Family Dollar stores to close in the U.S. | Could that impact people in Arkansas?
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — In early 2024, Dollar Tree announced plans to close 600 Family Dollar stores nationwide during the first half of this year, after first merging back in 2015. "We are pleased to announce we have completed our acquisition of Family Dollar, and we formally welcome the...
Multiple fire departments put out Nob Hill apartment fire reportedly caused by dryer explosion
SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Multiple fire departments worked to put out an apartment fire on Wednesday afternoon in Nob Hill. According to a Facebook post from the Hwy 94 East Fire Department, firefighters responded at around 1:20 p.m. to a fire on Washington County Road 389, working to assist the Nob Hill Fire Department.
What to know about bear season in Arkansas
ARKANSAS, USA — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) is warning that black bear season is fast approaching. "Spring has sprung in the Natural State and with that young bears are on the move and sometimes getting themselves into mischief," AGFC said. Arkansas was once known as the...
'Shrek The Musical' coming to Fayetteville this May
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Walton Arts Center (WAC) announced an "all-new version" of 'Shrek The Musical' coming to Fayetteville on May 28. The WAC describes the show as "a hilarious fairy tale adventure with a cast of vibrant characters." Tickets will go on sale this Friday, March 29 at...
Best Friends Pet Resource Center in Northwest Arkansas spay and neuter 117 stray cats
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — The Best Friends Pet Resource Center in Northwest Arkansas has achieved the spaying and neutering of 117 stray cats thanks to a grant from Fresh Step. "We want to congratulate our wonderful team of doctors, veterinary technicians and assistants, volunteers and other staff members who pitched in to accomplish this marathon day of lifesaving work!," said Best Friends.
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