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Arkansas native Cassie Keet to screen ‘Abigail Before Beatrice’ at AMFA
Arkansas native Cassie Keet will bring her second feature, Abigail Before Beatrice, to the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts on Sunday, Aug. 17, at noon. “My first feature, Scream Therapy, won the Audience Award at Filmland in 2023,” Keet said. “The...

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Arkansas high school football coach accused of assault shocks town
People in the community of Clarendon are now sharing their reactions after a football coach at the high school was accused of sexually assaulting a minor. CLARENDON, Ark. — A high school football coach in Clarendon is starting the new school year...

Arkansas Women's Soccer schedule released
FAYETTEVILLE — The Arkansas women’s golf program will play in nine regular season tournaments between August of 2025 and March of 2026. Postseason play will begin with the SEC Championship on April 17, 2026 in Belleair, Florida. The Razorbacks...

Arkansas Campground Returns to KOA Franchise Network
BILLINGS, Mont. – Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) welcomed Christi Austin, Benjamin Appleton and the Mena/Ouachita National Forest KOA Journey, to the KOA family of campgrounds, according to a release. A passionate camper herself, Austin brings...

Arkansas murder suspect, former North Texas teacher pleads not guilty to murdering couple on hike

Northeast Arkansas man cashes in on lucky feeling
BAXTER COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - A Baxter County man had no intentions of buying a lottery ticket when he stopped at a Mountain Home convenience store to escape the heat. “I really wasn’t going to buy a ticket at first,” Paul Y. told Arkansas...

Texarkana, Arkansas, police host multi-agency training involving mock jail escape, manhunt
TEXARKANA, Ark. -- Police put their skills to the test Thursday as part of a large, multi-agency training exercise involving a mock jail escapee. Texarkana Arkansas Police Department coordinated the event with Arkansas State Police Troop G,...

Cam Ball’s Commitment to Arkansas Football: Legacy and Growth
Arkansas redshirt senior defensive lineman Cam Ball is cementing his legacy in his final season with the Razorbacks, demonstrating loyalty amidst the challenges of college football's transfer culture. Despite facing an injury and an encouraging...

Aaron Abbott Appointed to Arkansas State Board of Education
Aaron Abbott (Photo provided by Arkansas Governor's Office) Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders on Friday announced that she has appointed education technology consultant Aaron Abbott of Springdale to the Arkansas State Board of Education. Abbott’s term...

With a shovel and a dream, woman finds 2.3 carat diamond in Arkansas
National News By Mark Walker, New York Times Service updated on August 15, 2025 | 2:23 PM 6 minutes to read Share Close Send this article to your social connections. Share Send this article to your social connections. Micherre Fox, who lives in...

Cave City joins Main Street Arkansas
CAVE CITY, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release) - Cave City is officially one of Arkansas’ newest Main Street communities, joining a statewide network dedicated to downtown revitalization, economic growth, and historic preservation. The designation...

Desperate search underway for missing Arkansas teen as family fears foul play
The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US A desperate search is underway for an...

Governor Sanders makes new appointment to Arkansas Board of Education
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Aaron Abbott has been appointed to serve on the Arkansas Board of Education, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders said in a release Friday morning. "Aaron’s extensive background in education and steadfast commitment that...

Arkansas law enforcement to increase DUI patrols for Labor Day
Share This Article Arkansas law enforcement agencies will increase patrols for impaired drivers from Aug. 15 through Sept. 1 as part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. The Arkansas Highway Safety Office is partnering with...

Teacher accused of killing married Arkansas hikers pleads not guilty
The teacher accused of fatally stabbing a married Arkansas couple while they were hiking with their two daughters pleaded not guilty to two counts of capital murder on Thursday. Andrew James McGann, 28, was arrested earlier this month and accused...

Stakeholders in Arkansas Maternal Healthcare Improvements Come Together
View Larger Image Roundtable participants Aug. 15, 2025 | Doctors, birthing center administrators, lawmakers and advocacy groups from across the state gathered Aug. 6 in downtown Little Rock for an “honest dialogue” about ongoing efforts to...

Arkansas Lottery Powerball, Cash 3 winning numbers for Aug. 13, 2025
The Arkansas Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025 results for each game: Winning Powerball numbers from Aug. 13 drawing 04-11-40-44-50, Powerball: 04, Power Play: 3 Check...

Arkansas football notebook: Co-DC Marcus Woodson looking for 'no-name' group
FAYETTEVILLE — Marcus Woodson, the co-defensive coordinator for the Arkansas football team, said he wants a “no-name” group of defensive backs. After weeding out players’ tape, the defensive coaching staff targets selfless characters. They’re...

Arkansas Razorbacks picked as favorites in SEC preseason coaches’ poll
The Arkansas Razorbacks women's soccer team has been chosen by Southeastern Conference (SEC) coaches as the preseason favorite to win the regular season conference championship, according to an announcement made Wednesday. This is the third...