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Many in North Arkansas try to recover from deadly storms
BRIARCLIFF, AR. — People all over North Arkansas are trying to pick up the pieces of what the storm left behind. One of those places is in Baxter County where at least one person has died. Patricia Anne Sontag, 73, was found dead near Salesville, Arkansas. 17 people were checked into the Baxter Health […]
Human remains found in Wildlife Area last year identified as Drasco resident
Cleburne County authorities have identified human skeletal remains discovered late last year in the Jim Kress Wildlife Area at Wilburn. According to a social media post by Sheriff Chris Brown, the remains belong to Edward Rounds, 63, of Drasco. The Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the identification after multiple attempts.
Batesville High School swim team receives multiple wins
BATESVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - The Batesville High School swim team is crediting their coach after they’ve won multiple state championships. The school’s men’s swim team has won multiple state championships. Head Coach Alfredo Aleman said he learned the key to success at a young age. “I am...
Man killed in van rollover crash
STONE COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - A man died after police said his van flipped over four times. Arkansas State Police reported the crash happened at 6:11 p.m. May 21 on State Highway 263 in the Stone County town of Fox. According to the preliminary fatal crash report, 58-year-old Jimmy L....
Little Rock TV station shines spotlight on retiring BHS principal
On Thursday, Little Rock television outlet KARK reported on Stacey Lindsey, the retiring Batesville High School principal who received a heart transplant just a few months ago. KARK’s Tylisa Hampton focused her report on Lindsey’s special connection with the school’s 2024 graduating class and the entire BHS student body as...
Oregon man killed after vehicle overturns in Stone County
An Oregon man was killed Tuesday evening after his vehicle overturned on a state highway in Stone County. According to the Arkansas State Police, Jimmy L. Small, 58, of Ashland, Oregon, died after his northbound Ford Econoline van left State Highway 236 near Fox, re-entered the roadway, and then overturned four times.
Ward named Ozarka’s Outstanding Faculty of the Year
Justin Ward (pictured), math instructor at Ozarka College, has been named 2024 Outstanding Faculty of the Year, according to the Melbourne-based college. “Teaching math across various programs and online platforms, Ward has demonstrated versatility and dedication in ensuring that students receive the support and guidance they need to succeed,” Ozarka College said in a release.
‘Bark in the Park’ scheduled for June 15 in Batesville
Mark Saturday, June 15, on the calendar for your favorite furry four-legged friend. The Humane Society of Independence County will be hosting “Bark in the Park” at Batesville’s Riverside Park on that date from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. An amateur dog show and a “Fast &...
NEA Outstanding Businesses: Bruno’s Pizzeria wins Startup Award
Talk Business & Politics, in partnership with Arvest Bank, recently honored the top businesses in 2024 throughout Northeast Arkansas. Nominees were gathered from around the region and a select panel of judges chose four finalists in each of these categories: large, small, startup and nonprofit. This week, we have featured the finalists and winners by category in a four-part series.
Citizens Bank, Batesville Schools honor Mindy Shaw for going ‘Above & Beyond’
Mindy Shaw (pictured above, right, with Citizens Bank’s Community Engagement Officer Ashley Engles), director at the Batesville Preschool, is the May recipient of the Citizens Bank “Above & Beyond” Award. In a release, Citizens Bank said, “With creating a thriving culture at Batesville Preschool as her top...
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