A Logan County teenager whose disappearance prompted an AMBER Alert on Friday night has been found safe after sheriff’s deputies in Oklahoma briefly pursued the vehicle she and another missing teen were in, authorities said Saturday. Trixie Studer, 14, was found safe and in the company of another 14-year-old, Sam Smith, who had been reported…… read more »
Massive housing project begins in Northeast Arkansas town
A massive housing project is underway for a town in Northeast Arkansas, and with jobs surrounding the town, locals see big opportunities. Construction began at the corner of Church and Memphis Street in Tyronza on Oct. 6 through 12. Around 65 acres of land will turn into future homes and apartments. The project will be…… read more »
Arkansas State Fair ride leaves kids stuck upside down
Ally Metzger recorded a cell phone video on Saturday afternoon at the Arkansas State Fair, showing her 11-year-old and 8-year-old kids stuck upside down on the X Drive Carnival Ride. “There’s a bunch of people trying to get the right to spin, and they would get it almost halfway down. Then it would go right…… read more »
LSU vs. Arkansas 70th installment in the Battle for the Golden Boot
No. 8 LSU travels to face Arkansas Saturday evening in one of the SEC’s most fascinating clashes during a loaded Week 8 slate. The Tigers are coming off a huge win against Ole Miss, which served as a tremendous boon for their College Football Playoff hopes (the Tigers are currently getting +135 betting odds to make the CFP, according to Fanatics Sportsbook), while the Razorbacks…… read more »
Taylor Swift : Celebs Watch Next Tour Era Begin!!! Tom, Serena, Hoda, Miley & More in Miami
Taylor Swift’s final leg of her epic “Eras” tour is off and running after after a two-month hiatus — and the Miami concert drew some major celebs. Taylor swooped in to perform at the Hard Rock Stadium, with the likes of retired NFL star Tom Brady, tennis great Serena Williams and “Today” cohosts Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie all enjoying the show.…… read more »
Early voting in Arkansas: Locations open Monday to Saturday, find your polling place
Election Day for the 2024 general election is less than 3 weeks away, and poll workers are getting prepared for early voting to open up on Monday in the state. Election Coordinator Amanda Dickens with the Pulaski County Election Commission said they are getting ready for Monday, but there are a few changes this year.…… read more »
Help now available for Arkansans impacted by SNAP benefit thefts
Arkansans who get food assistance through SNAP and have had their benefits stolen can now request to have that money added back into their accounts. For people who are a part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, you can imagine that money is already tight. Now, scammers have been making things a lot…… read more »
Who won Emmy Awards for 2024? See the full list of winners and nominees
“Hacks” and “Shōgun” won big at the 2024 Emmy Awards as the best in television was honored Sunday night. FX’s “The Bear” came into the night with 23 nominations, the most ever for a comedy series, and took home awards for best lead actor, best supporting actor and actress and best comedy series. But it was…… read more »
Springfield Community Flocks To Support Haitian Restaurants In Light Of Trump Rumors
Community members took part in the act of “organized love” on Sept. 13. The Springfield, Ohio, community has come together to uplift local Haitian restaurants and businesses following viral rumors about immigrants eating pets. What started as a baseless Facebook post emerged as a topic during the U.S. Presidential Debate. At the Sept. 10 event, GOP nominee…… read more »
Tito Jackson, brother of Michael Jackson and Jackson 5 member, dead at 70
Tito Jackson, a member of the iconic family band The Jackson 5 and the brother of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, died. He was 70 years old. Tito died of an apparent heart attack while driving from New Mexico to Oklahoma on Sunday, former Jackson family manager Steve Manning told Entertainment Tonight. Read Full Story Here… read more »
BJTS 9-12-24
Gary Casey, founder of the Community Fishing Alliance, is organizing the “Big Catch” community fishing event on Saturday, September 21st, at Lake Valencia in Maumelle. The event will run from 8 a.m. to noon, and all are welcome to bring their fishing gear and kids for a fun-filled morning. Children under 16 do not need…… read more »