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Arkansas Department of Corrections trains new correctional officers at Newport’s Tech Depot
BCOT class 2024, from left, back row: Cpl. S. Lynch, Sgt. K. Campbell, Cpl. A. McGinnis, Cpl. L. Hardy, Cpl. E. Brandon, Cpl. M. Hudson, Cpl. C. Edwards, L-R front row: Cpl. B. Heitman, Cpl. M. Buress, Cpl. A. Irvine, Cpl. O. Moreland, Cpl. M. Black, Cpl. J. Cowell, Cpl. P. Heitman.
Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner uncovers the past; preserves history
SWIFTON, Ark. (KAIT) - She is a bright light in a small town. Natalee Moon is a comet of cosmic energy that gets more done in one day than some people can wrap their minds around. Her story is one for the ages. “If I can do something that is...
UPDATE: Batesville School District declines federal grant for electric bus
The Batesville School District has decided to decline a $365,000 federal grant intended for purchasing a new electric-powered school bus. In a statement released Thursday afternoon, BSD Superintendent Dr. Ken James said that while the district was honored to have been considered for the opportunity, the associated costs of operating and maintaining an electric bus and charging station are “substantial.”
Man leads multiple agencies on high speed chase
BLACK ROCK, Ark. (KAIT) - A Lawrence County man faces charges after police say he led multiple agencies on a multi-county chase. Black Rock Police Chief Bryan Archer told K8 News the chase began around 11:45 Tuesday morning. Archer said he was patrolling the Cedar Street area when he saw...
Farmhouse Café charms in Bald Knob
Kenneth and Debbie Horton opened the Farmhouse Café in Bald Knob in 2018 with a goal of serving quality country cooking. I can attest that they have succeeded. The couple, married for 48 years, met as students at Bald Knob High School, and they genuinely love their community. As Kenneth and Debbie walked me through their expansive restaurant, I was impressed by the comfortable décor and large mural. The mural gives honor to the U.S. armed forces and provides a glimpse into the history of Bald Knob.
Vendor registration opens for 2024 Hickory Fest set for Oct. 19
HICKORY RIDGE — Vendor registration is now open for the 2024 Hickory Fest. This year’s festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 19, in the city park in Hickory Ridge. There will be free parking and activities, door prizes, bounce houses, a kiddie train ride, food trucks, competitions, and more.
Preliminary FAA report indicates strong winds contributed to fatal plane crash
MARIANNA, Ark. (KAIT) - The Federal Aviation Administration said turbulence and strong vertical wind shears were present when a Batesville couple’s plane crashed, killing them. Joseph (Steve) and Sharon Bryant were flying home from Florida on May 12 when their Piper airplane crashed near Marianna. According to the FAA’s...
ASU-Newport, Lyon College enter into articulation agreement for nursing students
Arkansas State University-Newport (ASUN) and Lyon College have signed an articulation agreement to facilitate a pathway for students pursuing a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN). Under the agreement, students will begin their academic journey in the traditional pre-nursing pathway at Lyon College, transition to ASUN to complete the RN...
Four Arkansas school districts receive $11.03 million for clean school buses
Four Arkansas public school districts will receive a combined $11.03 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to purchase “clean” school buses to replace diesel-fueled buses. The Clean School Bus Program funds electric buses and propane and compressed natural gas (CNG) buses, which produce lower tailpipe emissions compared...
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