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All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On September 23, 2023, the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office was called to Glenn Oark Circle in West Monroe, La. due to a shots fired complaint. Prior to deputies’ arrival, they were advised that the sheriff’s office received a separate call from an […]

CAMDEN, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — On July 9, 2023, a trooper of Arkansas State Police received a notification from a camera in his carport, which faced his patrol unit. In the video footage, a male subject was seen allegedly attempting to open the door to his cruiser while covering his hand with a shirt to conceal […]

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around hope..

The Gurdon Light, a mysterious phenomenon in Gurdon, Arkansas, near disused railroad tracks, has captivated local legends and garnered attention in media, including Unsolved Mysteries and Mysteries at the Museum. The light, which has been observed in various colors and described as erratic, appears at different times and locations, adding to its enigma.

OKLAHOMA CITY — Professional drivers who stop by the new Love’s Travel Stop in Prescott, Arkansas, can clean their rides thanks to a new truck wash that opened on Wednesday, Sept. 27. With automated technology, Love’s Truck Wash offers the same quality as a hand wash in half...

ROSSTON – College isn’t for everyone. Not everyone is cut out to attend a four-year school, nor can many afford it. However, there is an alternative. Be Pro, Be Proud, a state sponsored program that travels around the state, shows students how they can earn a good living without a college education. Cameron Turney, tour manager, and the crew were at the Nevada Schools Monday and Tuesday, demonstrating different possible careers.

PRESCOTT – There will be a free Bangs vaccination in Nevada County on Oct. 10. for heifers 4-12 months old. The animals must be penned at the time of vaccination. There is no charge for this service. To schedule an appointment, call Scott Chambliss at 870-703-2181.

In 1870, Nevada County, Arkansas pioneer Charles Montgomery Andres acquired 100 acres in what is now the Sutton Community, which straddles County Road 31. With his wife Nancy Ann Hines Waddle, he built a two-room dogtrot house on a small rise on the edge of a pine thicket. He cleared...

Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around hope.

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana will hold a “Glowing Like A Solar Eclipse” class to inform students about the upcoming solar eclipses, the significance of the history of eclipses, and how to prepare for safe viewing of an eclipse. The class will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday,...

The 79th annual Southwest Arkansas District Fair kicked off Tuesday (9-26) with Southwest Arkansas’ biggest parade. The weather was perfect as dozens of entries and floats wound through downtown Hope.

HOPE, Ark. (KTAL/KMSS) — Hope Public Schools is offering free English classes for adults along with childcare. “Our district has a growing Hispanic population. A lot of times, parents will come to our schools and can not communicate with teachers and staff,” said Home to School Advisor Kayla Jones. Programs will teach participants to improve […]

Jennifer’s is the Magnolia-Columbia County Chamber of Commerce Member of the Month. Jennifer Hubbard has been the driving force behind Jennifer's on the Square for 43 years. As the owner and buyer, her fashion sense has made the store a fashion landmark in South Arkansas. It's a testament to her enduring influence that even today, customers still walk in and say, “I want what Jennifer has on.”

Columbia County Circuit Clerk Angela Keith, along with her husband, Benjamin Keith, will face Circuit Judge David Talley Jr. on Friday as he decides their sentences on “no contest” pleas to felony charges. The charges relate to a Thursday, April 6 incident at Santiago’s Mexican Restaurant in Magnolia....

A one-vehicle accident resulted in a car ending up in a yard at 729 West Avenue E shortly before 7pm Sunday (9-24). The Hope Police and Hope Firemen responded along with Pafford. The occupants of the vehicle were seen walking after Pafford attendants checked them out before they got out of the car.

Hope residents and the surrounding area are gearing up for the 79th Annual Southwest Arkansas District Fair that kicks off today September 26th. Today is the opening day of the fair and the parade starts at 6pm in downtown Hope. Tonight is also family night at the carnival starting at 5pm and there will be food and exhibits. The fair will continue through Saturday in Hope’s Fair Park located at 206 W Avenue A Street in Hope.

PRESCOTT – Everyone loves a garage sale. With this in mind, those with plenty of excess items to sell should be getting ready for the Annual Garage Sale Heaven on Hwy. 67 on Oct. 7. The sales will be along Hwy. 67 and normally stretch from Prescott to Emmet, though some also head toward Gurdon.

Members of the First United Methodist Church of Hope recently assembled “emergency bags” to be donated to the local office of Domestic Violence Prevention, Inc. (DVP). Each bag contained needed toiletry items such as shampoo, a washcloth, a toothbrush, etc.; and comfort items including socks, lotion, individual packages of tissues, and a small inspirational or devotional book.

A new Columbia County permit was granted by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board in August and two permit changes were issued, according to the agency's website. This office is a division of the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. According to the report, a new permit was granted effective August...

MAGNOLIA, Ark. (KTAL/KMSS) – Muleriders will soon combat world hunger while eating tacos, thanks to a partnership between SAU and a restaurant that takes a quirky approach to helping solve a social dilemma. Southern Arkansas University has partnered with Tacos 4 Life, a restaurant well-known for its unwavering commitment...