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The Pottsville Police Department has released a current list of individuals who failed to appear in court on April 15, 2021 and warrants were issued for the individuals.
Jill Rohrbach, travel writer Arkansas Tourism
After receiving inquiries concerning an explosion or “loud boom” that was heard and even felt by residents throughout the River Valley on Monday night, River Valley Now learned that many 911 calls were taken by Pope County dispatchers, reporting the incident.
Below we will compile all news coverage of the Russellville School District's decision to place Superintendent Dr. Mark Gotcher on leave through June 30 and terminate his contract thereafter.
In Memory of Tyrone Williamson
Press Release ~ Pope County Sheriff’s Office
On Saturday, April 17, a truck was recovered from Spring Lake in Yell County after it was found by the Yell County Dive Team, submerged approximately 40 feet under the water.
RussVegas Half Marathon is more than just a PR fast course covering 13.1 miles in Russellville, it's an opportunity to help those we love by supporting local charities throughout the Arkansas River Valley.
Russellville School Board President Chris Cloud released a statement regarding the board's decision to terminate superintendent Dr. Mark Gotcher in a meeting on Tuesday.
Danville Waterworks has issued a precautionary boil order effective April 21, 2021 until further notice due to a cut water line.
When Shelby Hartzell steps into the EAST classroom at Dover High School she'll be stepping into the same classroom her mother and grandmother retired from.
As prom season arrives, many high school students look forward to the formal event that signifies the end of the school year is approaching and it reminds high school seniors that graduation is only a month away.
As prom season arrives, many high school students look forward to the formal event that signifies the end of the school year is approaching and it reminds high school seniors that graduation is only a month away.
Arkansas State Troopers and law enforcement officers across the state continue to intensify their patrols looking for drivers who are impaired by drugs. The special operation is part of a five state plan directed toward the dangerous practice of driving while under the influence of both ill…
* WHAT: Near or sub-freezing temperatures expected.
At the first of the year, residents interested in becoming volunteer firefighters in Yell County were invited to enroll in a firefighting course, ‘Introduction to Firefighting.‘
Greenway Equipment is pleased to announce the opening of its new store location in Russellville located at 2911 South Arkansas Avenue. Grand Opening Week starts on Monday, April 19th and runs through Saturday, April 24th from 8:00 am – 6:00 pm each day.
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures possible.
Thirty students have been selected for inclusion in the 2021 edition of Who’s Who at Arkansas Tech University.
RussVegas Half Marathon is more than just a PR fast course covering 13.1 miles in Russellville, it's an opportunity to help those we love by supporting local charities throughout the Arkansas River Valley.
The Arkansas State Police recently announced the following information concerning driver’s license testing. Beginning Monday, April 19, 2021, the following sites will open to provide Driver’s license testing for NCL drivers, CDL knowledge tests and motorcycle tests.
On April 13, 2021, the Dover Marshals Office was contacted by members of the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force regarding a wanted person by the name of Steven Lee Bryan who was possibly in the Dover area.
At 1:53 p.m. Friday afternoon, April 9, the Yell County Mounted Patrol, Arkansas State Parks, Pinnacle EMS and Yell County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to Sunset Point at Mount Nebo State Park after a female fell from a bluff.
Tyrone Williamson was born on June 10, 1955 in Russellville, Arkansas to the late Elizabeth and Lewis ‘L.V.’ Williamson. He gained his wings on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at his home, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Noreen Lee and Charlotte Williamson…
Tyrone Williamson was born on June 10, 1955 in Russellville, Arkansas to the late Elizabeth and Lewis ‘L.V.’ Williamson. He gained his wings on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at his home, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Noreen Lee and Charlotte Williamson…
Traffic on Interstate 40 was at a standstill for about two hours Wednesday evening April 7, after two motor vehicle collisions occurred near the 96 mile marker.
Traffic on Interstate 40 was at a standstill for about two hours Wednesday evening April 7, after two motor vehicle collisions occurred near the 96 mile marker.
At approximately 6:40 p.m. Tuesday evening, April 6, the Arkansas State Police and Pope County EMS responded to a motorcycle accident that occurred at the 94 mile marker eastbound on Interstate 40 just east of the Atkins exit.
A TORNADO WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN ARKANSAS THIS WATCH INCLUDES 47 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL ARKANSAS CONWAY FAULKNER GARLAND GRANT LONOKE PERRY POPE PRAIRIE PULASKI SALINE WHITE AND YELL
The Russellville Kiwanis Club 65th Annual Pancake Day, benefiting the children of the Arkansas River Valley, is scheduled for Friday, April 16th, 2021 from 6 am to 1 pm at the LV Williamson Boys & Girls Club. The Club will be serving delicious pancake and sausage breakfast in to go boxes…
Atkins Public School will look a little different for the 2021-2022 school year. Seeking innovation for their students and staff, the APS Board of Education approved transitioning to a 4 day week for the upcoming school year at their regular scheduled board meeting on Monday, March 8, 2021. …
Big River Materials has announced the acquisition of Pope County area trucking company, Mickey Lewallen Trucking (MLT). The terms of the agreement see Big River Materials acquiring MLT’s truck fleet. The agreement further provides that MLT owner, Mickey Lewallen, will be retained under the e…
Arkansas State Police Troop J recently announced that there will be no driver’s license testing in Russellville on Thursday April, 8th.
The Dover School District announced on Monday, April 5th that online kindergarten registration is now open.
The Dover Lady Pirates varsity softball team traveled to Harrison this past weekend, Saturday, April 3rd to compete in the Ozark’s Softball Classic tournament. The varsity team returned home Saturday night after winning the championship game and was awarded the title of champions of the 2021…
The Dover Lady Pirates varsity softball team traveled to Harrison this past weekend, Saturday, April 3rd to compete in the Ozark’s Softball Classic tournament. The varsity team returned home Saturday night after winning the championship game and was awarded the title of champions of the 2021…
The Russellville School District Reported no cases of COVID-19 among students and staff as of Friday in its weekly coronavirus update.
On Saturday evening, April 3, Johnson County deputies responded to an incident that involved a teenage girl being struck by a train in Hartman. The location where the incident occurred was on the railroad tracks, approximately 1/2 mile east of the South Main Street crossing.
Several Pope County rural fire departments were dispatched to various fires across the River Valley on Friday, April 2nd.
Distracted driving is on the rise and leaving a deadly wake across the nation’s roads and highways. Beginning next week Arkansas law enforcement officers will join other police and sheriff’s authorities across the nation to stop drivers who exhibit the telltale signs of driving while distracted.
Today, Friday, April 2nd, the Arkansas Department of Health recently announced they will be holding a mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the Russellville Junior High located on West Parkway Drive from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until all vaccines are gone.