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Search of AR home yields $1M in methamphetamine
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Batesville, Arkansas man is facing several drug-related charges after $1 million in methamphetamine was discovered in his home. The 16th Judicial Drug Task Force announced on Wednesday that after a 6-month long multi-agency investigation, an arrest was made for the suspected trafficking of methamphetamine. In January 2024, members of the Drug […]
Sinkhole fix continues to ease first responder worries
HARDY, Ark. (KAIT) - As the summer season approaches, many plan to flock to Northeast Arkansas to cool off in the area waterways. While caution needs to be a high priority, floaters on the Spring River breathe a sigh of relief after a dangerous sinkhole was filled. The deadly sinkhole...
Batesville native to be honored by DEA at special ceremony
A Batesville native killed in the line of duty while serving as a Special Agent for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be honored in a special event on Thursday afternoon, May 16, at the Old Independence Regional Museum. According to a release from the DEA, the ceremony will honor...
Jonesboro man dies following crash
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - A Jonesboro man died Monday morning in a Lawrence County crash. Arkansas State Police said the crash happened at 9:52 a.m. May 13 at State Highway 117 and State Highway 117 Spur. The crash report says a 2000 Freightliner traveling south, driven by 26-year-old Dennis...
BACC to hold ribbon-cutting for Batesville School District Story Walk
BATESVILLE, Ark. (Edited News Release/KAIT) - The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a Ribbon-Cutting ceremony for Batesville School District’s Story Walk. The ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 22, at 10:30 a.m. on the Greenway Trail on the northern side of the Batesville Community Center at 1420 20th Street in Batesville.
Pleasant Plains annexes 10 acres of land
PLEASANT PLAINS, Ark. (KAIT) - The city of Pleasant Plains just got a little bigger. The city unanimously passed a resolution to annex ten acres of land into the city during Tuesday’s council meeting. The property is on Highway 167 just south of Blackland Road. Mayor Ken Burns said...
Batesville native Gage Wood will start for #2 Arkansas on Friday
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - A Diamond Pioneer is now in the starting rotation for the Diamond Hogs. Dave Van Horn announced in his weekly press conference that Gage Wood will start Friday for #2 Arkansas. He made a pair of relief appearances last weekend versus Mississippi State. Wood has 3 wins, 2 saves, and a 3.03 ERA this season. He has 44 strikeouts in 29 and 2/3 innings of work. One of his saves came in dramatic fashion.
Earthquake recorded near Smithville
SMITHVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - A 2.1 magnitude earthquake was reported near Smithville Friday evening. The United States Geological Survey reported the earthquake happened shortly before 9 p.m. on May 10. The earthquake had a depth of 17 kilometers and happened about 5 miles northeast of Smithville. No one reported feeling...
Businesses prepare for summer traffic
HARDY, Ark. (KAIT) - Businesses across Northeast Arkansas are preparing to see an influx of visitors as temperatures rise. In Hardy, Kozey’s Country Market is ready for the large number of people expected to visit the area over the next few months. The market has been open for three...
Investigation begins into attempted theft of horse
EVENING SHADE, Ark. (KAIT) - For the third time in the past month, a new investigation regarding the death or theft of an animal has been opened in Sharp County. Around April 30, John Kunkel found one of his goats beheaded on his farm on Simstown Road north of Evening Shade.
Band honored for second state championship
HIGHLAND, Ark. (KAIT) - A Northeast Arkansas high school band was honored by the Arkansas House of Representatives for its recent state championship. The Highland High School Concert Band won the 4A State Championship last month. Highland’s concert band has been competing over the last three years and has walked...
Internet, TV provider replaces City of Batesville American flag
Local employees from Optimum, a provider of internet, mobile, TV and phone services, recently replaced the American flag in front of the City of Batesville’s “Welcome” sign. Mayor Rick Elumbaugh (center) joined for the flag replacement ceremony. According to a media release from Optimum, this effort is...
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