ASP Releases Report On Deadly Clay County Accident
Arkansas State Police report a Missouri man was killed, and a Paragould woman was injured on Thursday in a head-on collision occurring on a bridge in Clay County. Joseph Blurton,…
Holiday Editorial: The Good Old Days
Ah the good old days. Christmas and the holiday season certainly brings me many thoughts of nostalgia. I don’t recall many of the presents that I received as a child…
Collins Theatre of Paragould Presents Home Alone
Save the Date! December 25, 26, 27, and 28! Home Alone $8 Adults$6 KidsPrice includes taxesSeats available at the door
WBU Awards Service Pins
(WALNUT RIDGE, Ark.) – Williams Baptist University has recognized several employees who have reached milestones of service at the university. Service pins were presented during WBU’s Employee Service Award Banquet…
Two Deceased In Early Morning House Fire
On December 18, 2025, at approximately 3:40 a.m., an Izard County Deputy discovered a house fire near the 5000 block of Arkansas Highway 56 in Violet Hill. The Franklin Fire…
Cookies and Cocoa at Citizens Bank Imboden
Please join us on Christmas Eve morning until we close at noon for cookies and cocoa to celebrate the Christmas Season. We wish all our amazing customers a Merry Christmasand…
Convicted Offender Arrested After Failing To Comply
A convicted sex offender in Independence County has been arrested after authorities say he failed to comply with sex offender registration and reporting requirements. Nicholas Horton Smith, age 34, was…
Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance: WIC Information
Think you don’t qualify for the WIC program because you were denied SNAP? WIC has its own income guidelines and eligibility rules. Even if you don’t qualify for SNAP, you…
Woman Charged With Theft, Fraudulent Use Of Credit Card
Authorities arrested and charged 28 year old, Desare Dean of Little Rock on Monday. Dean is currently being held in the Randolph County Detention Center on charges of: Theft Of…
Building Vandalized In Black Rock
Black Rock Police responded Monday to a report of a building on Main Street being vandalized. BRPD responded and began their investigation into the graffiti that was painted on the…
JPD Reports Shooting Incident Involving Two Off-Duty Officers, ASP Requested To Investigate
From the Jonesboro Police Department : Shortly before 1 pm, First Responders were called to the area of RedWolf Blvd. and Stallings Lane for a reported accidental shooting. The incident…
Sharp County Sheriff’s Office Releases Weekly Arrest Report
According to Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson, the following individuals were incarcerated The Week of (12/8/2025-12/15/2025). Chrisie Brooks, 47, of Cave City, was arrested for Violation of Order of Protection,…
Texas Man Sentenced In 2024 Armed Pocahontas Standoff
In a negotiated plea, a Texas man was sentenced to 10 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections after an August 2024 standoff at a gas station in Pocahontas. On…
Simple Holiday Treats
Here are just a few simple holiday treats that are easy to make and delicious. Merry Christmas and Enjoy! Cheerio Treats Vegetable cooking spray3 tablespoons Butter16 oz Bag marshmallows1/2 cupPeanut…
IZARD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WEEKLY INCARCERATION REPORT
December 15th, 2025 According to Sheriff Charley Melton, the following individuals were incarcerated last week. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. Kenneth Harmon, 57 of Franklin,…
Jonesboro Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison
Jonesboro Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Conspiracy to Distribute 500 Grams or More of Methamphetamine Arthur Ray Osborne, a multi-convicted felon, will spend the next 180…