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Sinkhole repairs ease first responder worries
HARDY, Ark. (KAIT) - As summer approaches, many plan to flock to Northeast Arkansas to cool off in the area rivers. While caution needs to be a high priority, floaters on the Spring River can breathe a sigh of relief after a dangerous sinkhole was filled. The deadly sinkhole, located...
City begins move into new city hall
CAVE CITY, Ark. (KAIT) - A Sharp County town is only weeks away from opening its city hall in a new location. Cave City announced its plans in 2023 to purchase three buildings on Main Street. The three buildings would house city hall, the police department, and a pocket park.
Diamond Tigers win district championship
The only run of the contest was scored on a dropped infield pop fly, but it was all the Houston High School baseball team needed to beat Thayer 1-0 in the Class 3 District 10 Tournament championship game Wednesday at Tiger Field. The post Diamond Tigers win district championship appeared first on Houston Herald.
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.
Citizen Bank promotes Moore and Warden to new positions in Imboden, Pleasant Plains
Citizens Bank recently announced the promotions of two long-time team members, Kim Moore and Julie Warden, to retail branch manager and assistant vice president — retail branch manager, respectively. According to a press release from the bank, Moore (pictured above, right) previously served as the assistant retail manager at...
Futrell wins Pocahontas mayor’s race
POCAHONTAS, Ark. (KAIT) - Pocahontas residents have elected a new mayor. Unofficial results from the Randolph County Clerk’s Office showed 536 citizens cast their ballots in Tuesday’s special election. Of those voting, 406 opted for Keith Futrell. His opponent, Lee Huddleston, received 130 votes. Futrell has served as...
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...
PHOTOS: HHS baseball vs. Thayer in district championship game
The Houston High School baseball team hosted Thayer on Wednesday (May 15) in the Class 3 District 10 Tournament championship game. The post PHOTOS: HHS baseball vs. Thayer in district championship game appeared first on Houston Herald.
Community working side-by-side to support firefighter injured in off-duty crash
HARDY, Ark. (KAIT) – A Northeast Arkansas community is coming together to support one of their own. Firefighter Bobby Davis of Hardy suffered serious injuries in a side-by-side crash in March. “I was taking my side-by-side back to the house. I rolled and crushed all four of my fingers...
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...
Baseball Game Preview: Couch Plays at Home
Couch is 0-4 against Eminence since March of 2016 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Saturday. The Couch Indians will be playing in front of their home fans against the Eminence Redwings at 2:00 p.m. Couch is is headed into Saturday's contest looking...
Baseball Game Preview: Thayer Plays at Home
The Thayer Bobcats will be playing in front of their home fans against the Willow Springs Bears at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around. Thayer's hitters might be in the hot seat on Monday considering what happened against...
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