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State Police investigating inmate death at Conway Co. Detention Center

The Arkansas State Police are investigating the death of an inmate at the Conway County Detention Center. Sheriff Mike Smith says 43-year-old Martin Kent of Morrilton was found unresponsive in his assigned housing area around 5:50 Monday morning. Detention officers and deputies immediately began CPR and used an automated external defibrillator while awaiting emergency medical personnel. Despite resuscitation efforts, Kent was pronounced dead at the facility…

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Groundwater withdrawals remain unsustainable, farmers digging deeper

MORRILTON, Ark. — The conclusion of Tuesday’s Groundwater Summit in Morrilton was that farmers are digging deeper for water. The state’s annual groundwater report in July had noted declining water levels in some areas of the state’s two largest aquifers, the Mississippi River Valley Alluvial and the Sparta Alluvial.

Morrilton, AR · 14h

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Cleburne County Sheriff Warns of Jail Release Scam

Cleburne County Sheriff Chris Brown is warning residents about a scam targeting families and friends of people being held in jail, with callers falsely claiming they can arrange an inmate’s release in exchange for money. According to the Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office, scammers are contacting residents while pretending to...

Cleburne County, AR · 1d

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Heber Springs Chamber Casino Night Set for Nov. 12

The Heber Springs Area Chamber of Commerce is rolling out the red carpet for an evening of Vegas-style entertainment, food, games and prizes. The Chamber’s Casino Night is scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Event Center at Fawn Hollow, located at 2075 Goff Road in Quitman, Arkansas.

Quitman, AR · 2d

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Operation Christmas Child collection week set for Nov. 16-23

A shoebox packed with toys, school supplies, and personal care items can bring Christmas joy to a child thousands of miles away — and volunteers across the region are preparing to help make that happen. National Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child is Nov. 16-23. During the week, volunteers...

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Friday Night Football Recap: Dogs end season with loss to Harrison; Bigelow falls to Hector

Needing a win to extend its season and qualify for the Class 5A State Playoffs, the Morrilton High School football team was unable to get it done, falling to Harrison, 28-13, in the season finale on Friday night in Harrison. Morrilton outgained the Goblins in total yards, 280-265, but four turnovers and two empty trips in the redzone were too much for the Devil Dogs to overcome…

Morrilton, AR · 2d

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Study reveals declining access to maternity care in Arkansas

A new national study is raising concerns about declining access to maternity care in Arkansas, particularly in rural communities. The University of Minnesota Rural Health Research Center examined hospital-based obstetric services in every U.S. county from 2010 through 2024. The report – issued last week – found that Conway County was among nine counties in the state which lost hospital-based obstetric services during that time period; and that Perry, Van Buren and Yell Counties were among 40 counties that did not have the services at all during the time period examined…

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Magnolia cheer and dance teams earn top honors at Morrilton competition

Magnolia cheer and dance competed on Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Morrilton, Arkansas, bringing home multiple first-place finishes, a second-place finish, and a High Point Grand Champion title. From sixth-grade cheerleaders to high school varsity performers, Magnolia's student-athletes showcased their talent, dedication and teamwork. The Magnolia sixth grade recreational cheer...

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Mountain View Art Walk Around the Square Set for Nov. 13-14

Downtown Mountain View will become a celebration of Arkansas creativity, craftsmanship and live music as the Arkansas Craft School presents its 3rd Annual Art Walk Around the Square on Friday and Saturday, November 13–14, 2026. The Mountain View Arkansas Art Walk runs from 10 AM to 4 PM each...

Mountain View, AR · 1d

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