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Incident involving jack knifed semi-truck causes road closure in Jacksonville

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:28:43 GMT

Drivers in Jacksonville are urged to seek an alternate route of travel following a traffic incident that happened on Monday evening.

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Arkansas District 2 candidates react to Iran strikes ahead of primaries

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:45:43 GMT

We're looking into how the fight overseas is reshaping the fight for Congress here in Arkansas as challengers line up to unseat Congressman French Hill.

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Arkansas Latino Hall of Fame announces 2025 class | Here are the inductees

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:21:34 GMT

The Arkansas Latino Hall of Fame announced the inductees into their 2025 class. The ceremony will happen March 6 at the Clinton Presidential Library in Little Rock.

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Over $7.5M in grants for transportation, land restoration and tree planting in Arkansas

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:54:29 GMT

The funding will be used to finance multiple ongoing improvement projects throughout Central Arkansas, according to Metroplan.

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These are the key races in the Arkansas Primary elections

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:20:25 GMT

Arkansas voters will head to the polls on March 3 to decide on which Democrats and Republicans will face off in November. Here are some of the key races to watch.

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What you need to know before you vote on March 3 in Arkansas

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:11:36 GMT

Here's everything you need to know about voting on March 3 in the Arkansas primary elections.

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Bill Clinton tries to distance himself from Epstein in videos released from his testimony last week

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:01:46 GMT

The depositions from former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spanned hours over two days last week.

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Search underway for missing Pine Bluff man

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:54:01 GMT

The Pine Bluff Police Department has asked for the public's help in locating a missing 33-year-old man who was last seen on February 27.

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Little Rock staple Sonny Williams’ Steak Room announces new ownership

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:57:40 GMT

Sonny Williams' Steak Room in Little Rock is entering an exciting new chapter under a change in ownership.

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Arkansas politicians react to new US-Israel attacks on Iran

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:35:39 GMT

Arkansas politicians are now reacting after the US and Israel attacked Iran on Saturday. Here's what they had to say about the recent strikes.

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Top Iranian official says 'we will not negotiate with the United States'

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:37:09 GMT

Blasts across Iran rattled windows and sent plumes of smoke high into the sky above the capital city of Tehran on Sunday.

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Arkansas could see strong storms to begin March | What to expect

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:36:35 GMT

Strong storms and heavy rain will impact parts of Arkansas from Wednesday through the weekend. Here's what to expect.

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Pine Bluff police investigating homicide on Cimarron Drive

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:48:35 GMT

Pine Bluff police have launched a homicide investigation after one person was found dead from apparent gunshot wounds at a home on Cimarron Drive.

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Arkansas community honors the 21 lives lost in the 1959 Wrightsville fire

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 01:22:17 GMT

Friday will mark the anniversary of a 1959 fire that claimed the lives of 21 boys, and now a community is coming together to remember the tragedy.

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Little Rock police investigate after shooting leaves one dead

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 04:40:11 GMT

The Little Rock Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one man dead on Friday night.

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Federal judge orders change to Arkansas's parole revocation system

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:47:05 GMT

U.S. District Judge Kristine Baker ordered changes to state procedures regarding parole violations.

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Early voting ends in Arkansas with record turnout expected on Election Day

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:46:18 GMT

Despite the delays, many said the wait was worth it.

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Your Arkansas weather forecast from THV11

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:29:30 GMT

Your Arkansas weather forecast from THV11

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Senate District 26 candidates talk prison site, other issues as Election Day nears

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:28:22 GMT

Republican Brad Simon is facing Independent Adam Watson in the race to fill the seat of the late Senator Gary Stubblefield.

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Rocket motors from Arkansas manufacturer used in Iran strikes

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:26:25 GMT

Defensive Secretary Pete Hegseth visited L3 Technologies workers in Camden prior to the U.S. attacks on Iran.

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Why you're seeing more skunks right now, according to Arkansas Game and Fish

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:25:00 GMT

Male skunks increase their usual home range from about 1.5 miles to as much as 5 miles during mating season, which is in February and March.

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17-year-old defies odds, becoming youngest player on US sled hockey team for 2026 Paralympics

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:29:26 GMT

Cunningham is the youngest player on the team and alongside his teammate Landon Uthke of Albert Lea, they are the first Minnesotans to ever compete on the team.

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Two rescued after hot air balloon crashes into radio tower in Texas

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:27:55 GMT

In Texas, a hot air balloon crashed into a radio tower at 920 feet, sparking a challenging rescue due to strong winds, but both occupants were safely saved.

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Ice sports growing in popularity in Arkansas after the Winter Olympics

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:31:08 GMT

At the Jones Center, the region’s only ice rink staff say they’ve seen what they’re calling an “Olympic boom,” with families and first-time skaters filling the ice.

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Thunderstruck: Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders announce nine-show live tour for 2026 team auditions

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:30:51 GMT

The iconic squad has announced a nine-show live audition tour spanning three states, the team announced. Here's how to buy tickets -- or possibly participate.

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University of Arkansas expert talks USDA proposal to speed up chicken production lines

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:19:20 GMT

The USDA proposal would increase chicken production speed to 175 chickens per minute.

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Several local CDL training schools received removal notices after USDOT, FMCSA crackdown

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:18:57 GMT

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced in a Feb. 18 release that over 557 CDL training schools reportedly violated FMCSA safety standards.

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Iranian immigrants in Arkansas hopeful for regime change

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:18:29 GMT

Iranian immigrants in Arkansas express hope and urgency for change in Iran, seeing potential for democracy and global security.

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Arkansas Razorbacks blown out by Florida in road SEC test

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:07:56 GMT

The Hogs were dominated on the road by Florida on Saturday, losing by over 30 points to the Gators in Gainesville.

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Arkansas aviation community remembers pilot Kim Sweet, killed in Beaver Lake crash

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:00:18 GMT

61-year-old Kim Sweet from Rogers was an experienced pilot who spent decades instructing and teaching aviation history.

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Arkansas inmate on death row asks for own petition to be denied

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 04:59:44 GMT

Scotty Ray Gardner sent a letter addressed to Circuit Judge Charles E. Clawson asking that the court deny his pending appeal.

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Four candidates make their case for Saline County sheriff

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 04:44:53 GMT

In Saline County, voters face a pivotal decision as they elect a new sheriff among four candidates, each offering distinct visions on issues like crime prevention.

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Arkansas judge arrested on abuse of office charges

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 03:30:39 GMT

A county judge was arrested by the Arkansas State Police on Friday for charges related to abuse of office.

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Arkansas senior advocates sound alarm ahead of budget talks

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 01:15:54 GMT

Some senior service groups in Arkansas say they're struggling to keep up with the demand that's growing faster than their funding.

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Hegseth touts military strength at Arkansas rocket motor facility

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:30:03 GMT

Top officials, including Pete Hegseth and Gov. Sanders, visited Camden to thank L3Harris employees for strengthening America's defense manufacturing capabilities.

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Game preview: Arkansas men's basketball heads to Gainesville for highest-ranked matchup yet

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:07:29 GMT

Arkansas will take on the No. 7-ranked and SEC-leading Florida Gators on Saturday in a highly-anticipated conference showdown.

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Two suspects arrested in death of three-year-old during tractor accident

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:56:48 GMT

Authorities have arrested two people for their involvement in the death of a three-year-old girl during a tractor accident on Tuesday.

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Charges dropped for Arkansas driver speeding to hospital for child's medical crisis

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:39:54 GMT

Charges have been dropped against a driver involved in a PIT/TVI maneuver with Arkansas State Police after failing to pull over for a traffic stop.

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Inmate who escaped from Jefferson County jail now back in custody

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:30:24 GMT

Officials with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office have now taken a man into custody after he escaped from the jail on February 24.

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Arkansas Rice Research and Promotion Board approves over $3M for research projects to 'support industry growth'

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:37:43 GMT

The Arkansas Rice Research and Promotion Board approved over $3 million in funds for 34 research projects that will "support growth" for the state's rice industry.

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