Russellville Cyclones quiz bowl head coach Paul Gray said he's never coached a student quiet like Shawn Cafferty-Lueck -- and that's saying something considering his team are the four-time defending state champions.
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An Arkansas State Police sergeant sustained impaling injuries last night while pursuing a felony suspect. Sergeant Nick Brown, a 15-year state police veteran, was hospitalized overnight and is expected to be released later today.
Just after 12:30 a.m., Sunday morning, January 17, the Yell County Sheriff’s Department and Pinnacle EMS were dispatched to a report of a gunshot wound that occurred off of Carden Bottoms Road. Yell County dispatchers advised responding units that the 911 caller advised that shots were fired…
Just after 12:30 a.m., Sunday morning, January 17, the Yell County Sheriff’s Department and Pinnacle EMS were dispatched to a report of a gunshot wound that occurred off of Carden Bottoms Road. Yell County dispatchers advised responding units that the 911 caller advised that shots were fired…
During their January meeting held on Thursday night, January 14, the Yell County Mounted Patrol introduced their newest board members who will serve the organization throughout 2021.
Just after 8:30 p.m. Friday night, January 15, the Atkins Fire Department, Pea Ridge Fire Department and Pottsville Fire Department were dispatched to the 4600 block of Bells Chapel Road East after Pope County 911 dispatchers received a report of a structure fire. Fire companies checked en r…
Just after 8:30 p.m. Friday night, January 15, the Atkins Fire Department, Pea Ridge Fire Department and Pottsville Fire Department were dispatched to the 4600 block of Bells Chapel Road East after Pope County 911 dispatchers received a report of a structure fire.
Following the Sunday evening (January 10, 2021) apprehension of two suspects wanted in connection with a homicide/arson incident that occurred in Newton County, west of Fallsville on Saturday, January 9, Steven Stepp, 34 and Charles Vernon Stepp, 69, both of the Fallsville area were transpor…
* WHAT...West to Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected.
After being unable to host their normal department Christmas party last year, the Johnson County Sheriff’s Department presented their 2020 awards at their staff meeting that was held on Wednesday night, January 13.
Over 760 Dardanelle residents were without power Wednesday afternoon, January 13 after a power outage occurred due to a down power line on State Highway 22. The power outage affected businesses and residents located along State Highway 22 from North 2nd Street to Delaware Bay Road near the Y…
Bond Hearings Disclaimer: The following individual(s) appeared in felony bond hearings that were held at the Pope County Detention Center and have been accused of a felony crime. All information included in this story was obtained through testimony and/or police reports provided in the heari…
Pottsville Elementary School has been recognized as a "Distinguished School" by the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) and the National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators (NAESPA) for "exceeding annual measurable objectives for two or more years."
The Danville Police Department continues to seek the whereabouts of 24-year-old suspect who fled from a traffic stop early Wednesday morning, January 14th.
At approximately 3:45 p.m. Monday, January 11, the Crow Mountain Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a vehicle fire threatening a structure at 223 Austin Lane in their fire district. Upon the arrival firefighters, they offered dispatchers and other responding units a size up of the…
At approximately 3:45 p.m. Monday, January 11, the Crow Mountain Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a vehicle fire threatening a structure at 223 Austin Lane in their fire district.
On Tuesday, January 12, Governor Asa Hutchinson announced that Arkansas will begin administering the second part of its vaccine plan early.
Monument Trails Partnership Creates Opportunity to Refurbish Hiking Trail
Bond Hearings Disclaimer: The following individual(s) appeared in felony bond hearings that were held at the Pope County Detention Center and have been accused of a felony crime. All information included in this story was obtained through testimony and/or police reports provided in the heari…
At approximately 11:45 a.m. Saturday, January 9, the Arkansas State Police, Pope County Sheriff’s Office, Arkansas Highway Police and Pope County EMS were dispatched to the rest area located at the 72 mile marker westbound on Interstate 40 after Pope County 911 operators received a report of…
UPDATED INFORMATION - 11:50 p.m. January, 11, 2021
Newton County Sheriff's Office Press Release
On Saturday, January 16th and Saturday, January 23rd, the Dardanelle Police Department along with the Dardanelle High School FBLA and ROTC will be at Wal-Mart from 9am to 1pm each day for a coat/winter clothes drive. Please, if you can, come out and help provide winter clothing for the ones…
On Saturday, January 9, the City of Dardanelle, Dardanelle Regional Medical Center and Rose Drug Pharmacy of Dardanelle proudly partnered together to provide and administer the COVID-19 vaccine to the community.
Just after 10 a.m. Tuesday morning, January 5, the Dover Rural, Dover City, Linker Mountain, Crow Mountain, and Moreland Fire Departments were dispatched to a report of a structure fire located near the 2300 block of Morgan Road.
Bond Hearings Disclaimer: The following individual(s) appeared in felony bond hearings that were held at the Pope County Detention Center and have been accused of a felony crime. All information included in this story was obtained through testimony and/or police reports provided in the heari…
According to the FBI, the 60-year-old Gravette man who was photographed in House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's office has been arrested.
The Russellville Police Department congratulates Officer Jimmy Richard on his recent promotion to the rank Sergeant. Richard is a six year veteran of the Russellville Police Department and is assigned to the Patrol Division. Congratulations!
Arkansas State Police Troop J recently announced that they will continue to give driver’s tests in Clinton on Mondays and in Russellville Tuesday – Friday until June 1st. No other sites in Troop J will re-open before June 1st.
The Flood Warning is now in effect until Sunday afternoon. The Flood Warning continues for the Petit Jean River at Danville until Sunday afternoon.
On Saturday, January 2nd, Pottsville Fire & Rescue conducted controlled live fire training exercise at a structure located near the 7100 block of River Road in Pottsville. The structure used in the training was acquired by Pottsville First Baptist after they purchased the adjacent. The c…
Just after 10 a.m. Tuesday morning, January 5, the Dover Rural, Dover City, Linker Mountain, Crow Mountain, and Moreland Fire Departments were dispatched to a report of a structure fire located near the 2300 block of Morgan Road. Upon receiving the 911 call reporting the fire, dispatchers we…
WHAT: Moderate to occasionally heavy snow, with totals of one to three inches in higher terrain is possible across the advisory area. For lower elevations, a dusting up to an inch of snow is possible.
On Saturday, January 2nd, Pottsville Fire & Rescue conducted controlled live fire training exercise at a structure located near the 7100 block of River Road in Pottsville. The structure used in the training was acquired by Pottsville First Baptist after they purchased the adjacent. The c…
Funds will be used to help start the department’s K9 program.
The City of Pottsville recently introduced and welcomed their newly elected council members Clint Maness and Randall Blalock (not pictured John Heflen). City officials state that they look forward to a great year and a bright future for the City of Pottsville.
Several Pope County fire departments joined efforts in fighting a structure fire on Monday morning, January 4, at a residence located on Jackson Lane. At 8 a.m. Monday morning, Pope County 911 operators dispatched the Crow Mountain Fire Department, Russellville Fire Department Engine 3 and B…
Several Pope County fire departments joined efforts in fighting a structure fire on Monday morning, January 4, at a residence located on Jackson Lane.
A 35-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday night, December 30th and is accused of Battery in the Third Degree after an alleged domestic disturbance occurred while he was traveling with a female along Interstate 40.
Pope County Judge Ben Cross is excited to announce the opening of a fifth ambulance substation within Pope County. The substation in Russellville, located at 17th Street and South Arkansas Avenue, will further facilitate the services of Pope County E.M.S. by housing an Advanced Life Support…
Just before 8 p.m. New Year’s Day, (Friday night, January 1st) the Dardanelle Police Department was dispatched to the 1000 block of North 8th Avenue in Dardanelle on a report of a disturbance with a weapon.
Just before 8 p.m. New Year’s Day, (Friday night, January 1st) the Dardanelle Police Department was dispatched to the 1000 block of North 8th Avenue in Dardanelle on a report of a disturbance with a weapon. Upon the arrival of a Dardanelle Police Department officer, he attempted to make cont…
A 27-year-old Conyers, Georgia woman was found dead along a Fayetteville exit ramp off Interstate 49 on Saturday, December 26, 2020 and ASP agents seek information from the public.
After releasing the names of the victims involved in the Christmas Day Pine Ridge Road death investigation, the Pope County Sheriff’s Office states, “Even though the investigation is still ongoing, at this point in the investigation, we are confident in the fact that we believe Jaquita Chase…
The Flash Flood Watch continues for portions of central Arkansas, north central Arkansas, southwest Arkansas, and western Arkansas, including the following areas, in central Arkansas, Conway, Faulkner, Garland, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Saline, and Yell. In north central Arkansas, Cleburne and V…
Just after 3 p.m. Wednesday, December 30, 2020, the Russellville Police Department responded to the 3100 block of East Main Street, Con Agra Foods, after the facility received information concerning a possible threat to its employees and the facility.
Pope County Sheriff Shane Jones has released a statement concerning the five individuals found deceased on Christmas Day in a home on Pine Ridge Road. Through evidence collected at the scene, and with confirmation by the Medical Examiner at the Arkansas State Crime Lab, it has been determin…
Arkansas Tech University will begin the spring 2021 semester as planned Monday, Jan. 11, on its campuses in Russellville and Ozark.