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Vehicle fire on Interstate 40 slowing traffic for hours

A vehicle fire has been slowing traffic on Westbound Interstate 40 for hours.

Alma, AR · 1d

KNWA & FOX24

UPDATE: Fort Smith woman killed in vehicle-pedestrian crash

A pedestrian was killed last week after being struck by a vehicle in southern Fort Smith.

Fort Smith, AR · 1d

bestofarkansassports.com

Malzahn To Take The Field on Behalf of University In Arkansas for First Time In 14 Years

Gus Malzahn is the “what if” that will never die in the annals of Arkansas football history. The 61-year-old spent only one year coaching the Hogs during his illustrious career, but is about as closely tied to the Natural State as one can be. Malzahn played his college...

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Van Buren man accused of multiple attempted armed robberies pleads guilty

A River Valley man accused of holding two people at gunpoint and knifepoint in separate attempted robberies in the same week will spend eight years in prison.

Van Buren, AR · 1d

Arkansas Razorbacks On SI

Arkansas vs. South Carolina: Prediction, TV Channel, Kickoff Time and Everything Fans Need To Know

Razorbacks looking to put an end to late game woes, take down first top 25 team of Silverfield era

Fayetteville, AR · 5h

KNWA & FOX24

Trial date set for Lincoln man accused of running over another man with car

A Washington County man facing multiple charges after allegedly running another person over with his car last year is now scheduled to stand trial in March.

Siloam Springs, AR · 1d

KNWA & FOX24

Fayetteville business seeing more attempted break-ins

A week after a previous break-in, a small business says they were nearly hit again.

Fayetteville, AR · 5h

talkbusiness.net

Eye care center, Crain property top third quarter Sebastian County property deals

The sale of a commercial building that houses Renner Eye Care was the top Sebastian County property deal in the third quarter of 2026, with the sale of a former Crain auto dealership lot being the second largest deal, according to information from Sebastian County Assessor Zach Johnson. A commercial...

Sebastian County, AR · 1d

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Malzahn Can’t Help But Scratch Coaching Itch As He ‘Reddies’ for Return to Arkansas

When Gus Malzahn announced his sudden retirement back in February, it came as a shock to the college football world. The 61-year-old was entering his second season as Florida State’s offensive coordinator and, while it didn’t result in a lot of wins, the Seminoles improved from No. 132 to No. 6 in total offense with him calling the plays.

Fayetteville, AR · 21h

The Coconut Mama

Alert – The 3 most beloved Arkansas restaurants that recently closed

Arkansas diners have recently said goodbye to three places built around very different kinds of comfort: fiery fried chicken, family meals delivered by train and drinks shared while dogs played…

Fayetteville, AR · 3d

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Cheapest gas stations in Fayetteville

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Fayetteville using data from Gas Buddy

fortsmithdaily.com

Fort Smith breaks ground on next phase of $12 million Lake Fort Smith water project

Fort Smith, Ark. – The City of Fort Smith has broken ground on the next phase of the Lake Fort Smith Water Transmission Line project, marking another step toward improving water system reliability across the River Valley. The groundbreaking ceremony included U.S. Sen. John Boozman, EPA Region 6 Deputy...

Fort Smith, AR · 5h

fayettevilleflyer.com

Fayetteville planners hear proposals with reduced residential parking

FAYETTEVILLE — The Planning Commission praised a pair of workforce housing projects proposed for two well-known buildings downtown that could only be built if the city’s requirements for residential parking were changed. Local architect Alli Quinlan presented a pair of conceptual projects to the Planning Commission on Monday,...

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Part of North Old Wire in Fayetteville closed this week

A section of North Old Wire will be closed this week.

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Arkansas Razorbacks On SI

Other CFB Teams Make Obvious Changes, Arkansas Fine With Status Quo

Razorbacks, Silverfield seem to content to let season ride out before contemplating a change

Fayetteville, AR · 2d

KNWA & FOX24

University of Arkansas Police Department investigating 3 reported rapes since Halloween

The University of Arkansas Police Department is investigating a reported rape at a fraternity house over the weekend, along with two others that allegedly occurred over Halloween weekend.

mindfullyamerican.com

3 Drive-In Theaters Arkansans Grew Up Going To

1. Kenda Drive-In Kenda Drive-In in Marshall opened in 1966. The Encyclopedia of Arkansas credits Kenneth and Marilyn Sanders with opening it. The couple already ran the Ken Theatre, an indoor movie house in downtown Marshall. Their children helped too, mowing, picking up trash, running the projection booth and working...

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Fayetteville Fountain bodega now open at Lake Fayetteville

A new bodega offering sandwiches, charcuterie and other grab-and-go items along with recreational rentals for the lake is now open at Lake Fayetteville. The new shop, called Fayetteville Fountain, is located in the marina building at 1330 E. Lake Fayetteville Road. The shop is operated by local resident Abby Milam,...

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Plan for combo dog park and bar in Fayetteville gains commission approval

FAYETTEVILLE — Dog and beer lovers rejoice. The Planning Commission on Monday voted 7-0 to approve a development plan for Wagbar, an off-leash dog park and bar concept originating in North Carolina. The combo spot for dogs and their humans is proposed on 2.7 acres near Shiloh Drive, north of the Northwest Arkansas Mall and west of College Avenue.