HERMITAGE, Ark. -The 2024 Hermitage High School Homecoming was a memorable evening on Friday, September 20, as six senior maids and the newly crowned Homecoming Queen, Stella Grace Huitt, graced the field in a ceremony filled with joy and tradition. Karen Dominguez, daughter of Alfonso and Nati Dominguez, was one of the senior maids honored.…
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Hermitage to Host Annual Fall Festival on October 24
HERMITAGE, Ark. — The 2024 Hermit Fall Festival is set to take place on October 24, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Hermitage School District Football Field. This year’s theme is “Spooky Spooky School,†promising an exciting and family-friendly atmosphere filled with Halloween fun. Organized by the Hermitage School District, the event…
Hair Evidence Leads to Official Naming of Suspect in Morgan Nick Case
ALMA, Ark. – In a major development in the decades-old case of missing Arkansas child Morgan Nick, the Alma Police Department announced new evidence pointing to a primary suspect. During a press conference Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m., Alma Police Chief Jeff Horner named Billy Jack Lincks as a suspect in Morgan’s 1995 abduction, marking…
Reminder: HopePlace Warren to Host Ministry & Mingle Event October 8
This is the second time this article has run, but we are sharing it again in case you missed it. WARREN, Ark. – HopePlace Warren will be hosting a Ministry & Mingle event on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Immanuel Baptist Church in Warren. This event will take the…
Alma Police Set to Announce “Significant Developments” in Morgan Nick Kidnapping Case
ALMA, Ark. – Officials with the Alma Police Department are preparing to announce “significant developments” in the long-standing kidnapping case of Morgan Nick, according to multiple state-wide media outlets, including KARK 4 News. Alma Police Chief Jeff Pointer revealed that a media briefing is scheduled for Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. at the Alma Police…
Union Hill Baptist Church to Host Homecoming Celebration
HERMITAGE, Ark. – Union Hill Baptist Church of Ingalls is set to host its annual Homecoming Celebration on Sunday, October 6, 2024. The event will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the church, located at 121 Bradley Rd. 123 in Hermitage, Arkansas. Brother Chad Greenwood, pastor of Union Hill Baptist Church, will lead the service, which…
Fatal Crash on U.S. Highway 63 in Jefferson County Claims Life of Pine Bluff Man
PINE BLUFF, Ark. – A single-vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 63 in Jefferson County tragically claimed the life of a Pine Bluff resident late Friday morning. The Arkansas State Police identified the victim as Nathaniel Scott Jr., 59, of Pine Bluff. Scott was driving a 2014 Hyundai Sonata southbound on U.S. Highway 63, just north…
Arkansas Celebrates Farm to School Month: A Focus on Healthy Eating and Local Food
PINE BLUFF, Ark. – As October begins, Arkansas is gearing up for Farm to School Month, an initiative aimed at connecting schools, early childhood centers, and other organizations with local farms to ensure children have access to fresh, nutritious food. This effort is part of a broader national movement that seeks to create stronger ties…
Dixie R. Pearce, 1947-2024
Dixie R. Pearce, age 77 of Warren, AR passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at Baptist Health Medical Center in North Little Rock, AR. She was born on May 5, 1947 in Warren, AR to the late Cecil Pearce and Myrtis Hobgood Pearce. She was a member of Willoughby Freewill Baptist Church, she loved…
Carolyn Smith Rawls, 1930-2024
Carolyn Smith Rawls, age 93 of Crossett, AR passed away from this life to life eternal on September, 26, 2024 leaving a legacy of love for her church, family and special friends. Born on December 10, 1930 to Carroll and Pauline Sinclair Smith, Carolyn grew up in Jersey, AR where as a child she gained…
Arkansas MBB to Have Tip-Off Tour in Hot Springs and Pine Bluff
FAYETTEVILLE – In an effort to live up to promises made by Arkansas head coach John Calipari’s during his introductory press conference, the Razorback men’s basketball program will hold events – dubbed “The Tip-Off Tour” – at Hot Springs’ Bank OZK Arena (Oct. 12 – Saturday – 4 pm start) and Pine Bluff’s Convention Center (Oct.…
Maverick Ray Hughey
Maverick Ray Hughey, 1, of Camden, passed away September 22, 2024. Born August 11, 2023, to Brandon and Pamela Hughey. Maverick was a joyful little boy who greeted each morning with a big, bright smile. His favorite show, “Miss Rachel,” taught him to clap his hands and wave with delight. He loved blowing kisses to…
Crop physiologist Larry Purcell spins full circle in retirement
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Larry Purcell might be the most highly educated and scientifically cited bicycle mechanic in America. With certainty, the recently retired Distinguished Professor of crop physiology for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture has the admiration of Southern soybean breeders. By John Lovett University of Arkansas System Division of AgricultureArkansas Agricultural…
Warren City Services Announcement for Columbus Day
The Municipal Building will be closed, Monday, October 14, 2024, in observance of Columbus Day. There will be garbage pickup on this day.
Jacks’ Running Game Gives Warren Boost on the Road to Start Conference Play at DeWitt
DeWitt, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks opened their 8-4A Conference schedule with a hard-fought 36-22 win over the DeWitt Dragons in a week four matchup, battling through the rain and remnants of Hurricane Helene Friday night, September 27. Warren took an early lead thanks to a DeWitt miscue on a bad snap, resulting in a…
Billies Hold Off Lions for Thrilling Conference Opening Victory
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Monticello Billies kicked off their 2024 8-4A Conference campaign with a thrilling 35-32 victory over the Hamburg Lions on Friday night. Monticello running back Joseph Accelus opened the scoring with 9:10 to go in the first quarter, breaking loose for a 28-yard touchdown. Initially appearing to be down after landing on…
Lakeside Falls to Dumas 28-6
DUMAS, Ark. – The Dumas Bobcats broke their 10-quarter scoring drought and secured a 28-6 victory over the Lakeside Beavers in their 8-3A Conference opener Friday night, celebrating Homecoming in style. After a scoreless first quarter, the Bobcats’ offense came alive in the second when quarterback Darnail Walker connected with Marcus Kilgore, Jr. for a…
Central High(Helena) Stuns Stuttgart in 18-17 Nailbiter
WEST HELENA, Ark. – In a thrilling 8-4A Conference opener, the Central (Helena) Cougars pulled off a stunning upset over the Stuttgart Ricebirds, securing an 18-17 victory Friday night on their home turf. The Cougars’ late-game heroics spoiled what had been a hard-fought battle for Stuttgart, handing the Ricebirds their first conference loss of the…
Star City Stays Perfect with a High-Scoring Win on the Road at Crossett
CROSSETT, Ark. – The Star City Bulldogs continued their unbeaten streak to move to 4-0 on the season with a commanding 46-0 shutout victory over the Crossett Eagles on the road Friday night. Star City wasted no time, with Peyton Taylor opening the scoring with a short touchdown rush in the first quarter. A successful…
Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard-Week Four
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Wading Birds Flock to Moro Bay State Park
MORO BAY, Ark. – Visitors to Moro Bay State Park were recently treated to an impressive sight as a variety of large wading birds made a stop at the park’s small pond near the entrance. According to a recent announcement from Moro Bay State Park, species spotted included Great Egrets, Wood Storks, a Great Blue…