Program Designed To Make Traffic Stops Safer For Those With Mental Illness Or Autism Launched
As of January 2nd 2026, Arkansas drivers now have access to two new programs designed to make traffic stops safer, calmer, and more effective for individuals with mental illness or…
Obituary: Victor Albert Clark, Jr.
Victor Albert Clark, Jr., also known as “little Vic” to many, passed to his eternal home on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at the age of 58, six days short of…
Obituary: Doris Elene Shackelford
Doris Elene Shackelford (93) of Walnut Ridge passed from this life into the presence of the Lord on December 30th, 2025, at Lawrence Hall in Walnut Ridge, AR. Born in…
Lawrence County Man Arrested On Battery And Terroristic Threatening Charges
Frank David Todd was arrested and booked into the Lawrence County Detention Center on Tuesday December 30th 2025 according to online records. Todd was charged with: Domestic Battery 2nd Degree…
IACS Food Jam: Local Entertainment Including Lauren Richmond
Update: This event is postponed due to inclement weather. Food Jam sponsored by the IACS at Black Rock. Arkansas will be held on January 24 , 2026 Sat at the…
Sharp County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Arrest Report
According to Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson, the following individuals were incarcerated The Week of (12/22/2025-12/29/2025). Wayne Berry, 47, of Ash Flat, was arrested for Domestic Battering-3rd Degree. John Deckard,…
Justices Approve Proposed Millage Increase To Be Placed On November 2026 Ballot
The Lawrence County Quorum Court voted during their December meeting 6-3 in favor of placing a proposed millage increase on the November 2026 for voters to decide. The motion was…
IZARD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WEEKLY INCARCERATION REPORT
December 29th, 2025 According to Sheriff Charley Melton, the following individuals were incarcerated for the last two weeks. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. Donald Hill,…
Lake Charles State Park First Day Hike
Lake Charles State Park will offer a First Day Hike, Jan. 1, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the park, 3705 Highway 25, Powhatan. The event is free and…
ASP CID INVESTIGATES I-630 SHOOTING
On Saturday, December 27, 2025, shortly after 7 p.m., a shooting occurred on Interstate 630 westbound near the two-mile marker in downtown Little Rock. Three of six occupants of a…
Wings of Honor Museum Used Book Sale
Wings of Honor Museum located on 70 Beacon Rd. Walnut Ridge will hold a used book sale January 2-17th from 9:00-5:00 (closed Sunday)
Obituary: Barbara Nell Woods
Barbara Nell Woods, 77, of Walnut Ridge, passed from this life on Friday, December 26, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. She was born on December 16, 1948,…
Obituary: David Hall Johnson
David Hall Johnson, 76, of Walnut Ridge, passed from this life on Friday, December 26, 2025, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. He was born on August 3, 1949,…
Mountain Home Man Killed In Christmas Day Crash
Arkansas State Police reports a 75-year-old man died on Christmas Day in a one vehicle accident. The Arkansas State Police Fatal Crash Report states the crash happened at 11:34 a.m.…
Williford Man Arrested Christmas Eve On Domestic Battery Charges
46 year old Jerry W. Stanfield of Williford was arrested on Christmas Eve, December 24th. Stanfield is charged with 2nd Degree Domestic Battery causing physical injury. Stanfield is currently incarcerated…
Powhatan Man Arrested In Sharp County On Numerous Charges
Jimmy Ray Morgan, age 72, of Powhatan was arrested on December 26th in Sharp County. Morgan is charged with: Battery 3rd Degree Resisting Arrest Refusal To Submit To Chemical Test…