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More rain on the way after flash flooding slams Pacific Northwest

Monday, February 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A series of storm systems fueled by an atmospheric river brought flash flooding to the Pacific Northwest this weekend -- and more rain is on the way.The new system will bring more heavy rain, snow, gusty winds and the threat of... Read More.

Eight dead after tornados hit Northwest Arkansas

Monday, May 27 by Ray King

A series of deadly tornados swept across mostly Northwest Arkansas Saturday night resulted in what media sources say are at least eight dead and many more injured.At least three people died in Benton County and at least three others were killed in Marion County.The... Read More.

UAPB Students Network, Gain Career Insights at Northwest Arkansas Fashion Week

Monday, May 20 by Deltaplex Staff

Pine Bluff, AR — Two University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff students of merchandising, textiles and design (MTD) recently attended Northwest Arkansas (NWA) Fashion Week in Bentonville, Arkansas, according to Yunru Shen, instructor of fashion and Fashion Network advisor for UAPB. At the event,... Read More.

High speed chase results in two arrests in Northwest Arkansas

Monday, February 12 by Ray King

TONTITOWN, Ark. (AP) — Two Michigan men are being held on multiple charges after leading police on a high-speed chase through Arkansas and Oklahoma in a stolen U-Haul that contained weapons and Molotov cocktails, authorities said.Cory Robert Mercier, 21, and Trenton Johnson, 21, were... Read More.

Northwest Arkansas Pride organizers change venue after center says no drag shows in front of minors

Thursday, May 11 by Staff

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Organizers of northwest Arkansas’ Pride weekend said Wednesday they won’t hold events at an arts center that has prohibited the group from having drag shows or drag story hours in front of minors. Northwest Arkansas Equality said it’s “pausing its... Read More.

Northwest Arkansas man pleads guilty to tax evasion

Monday, January 23 by Ray King

FAYETTEVILLE — A Cave Springs man and former general manager at several Northwest Arkansas car dealerships pleaded guilty Thursday to evading more than $263,000 in federal income taxes. U.S. District Judge Timothy L. Brooks presided over the plea hearing, in Jonathan M. Wichman, 35, waived indictment... Read More.

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Northwest Arkansas motorcycle rally relocates

Friday, January 7 by Ray King

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — A large motorcycle rally in northwest Arkansas that hasn’t been held for the past two years during the COVID-19 pandemic is moving to a new city.Organizers of the Bikes, Blues and BBQ motorcycle rally announced Thursday that this year’s rally will... Read More.

Former Soldier with Northwest Arkansas Roots Joining Boozman’s State Staff

Thursday, December 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) announced Master Sergeant (Ret.) Michael Long will join his staff as an advisor for military and veterans’ issues in early January.During his 27-year military career, MSG Long served as a Combat Medic, Operations Sergeant, and Instructor. He was promoted... Read More.

Boll Weevils extend their win streak to three games with 42-23 victory over Northwest Oklahoma State

Sunday, October 10 by Staff

ALVA, Okla. - The University of Arkansas at Monticello football team extended their win streak to three games today by putting together a dominant 42-23 victory over Northwestern Oklahoma State University.With the win, the Weevils improve to 4-2 in the Great American Conference, while... Read More.

Two arrested in death of Northwest Arkansas Police officer

Monday, June 28 by Ray King

PEA RIDGE, Ark. (AP) — A northwest Arkansas police officer was killed when he was struck by a vehicle in a convenience store parking lot and two people are in custody, according to police.Pea Ridge officer Kevin Apple died Saturday after being struck by... Read More.

Northwest Arkansas cases of COVID-19 push state total to more than 6,700

Friday, May 29 by Ray King

By Ray KingA number of cases of COVID-19 reported in Northwest Arkansas has pushed the state’s total to more than 6,700, Governor Asa Hutchinson said during his daily COVID-19 press briefing Friday.In addition, there were an additional nine people hospitalized, bringing the state’s total... Read More.

Magnitude 3.7 Earthquake hit Northwest Arkansas Thursday Morning

Thursday, September 12 by Greg

A 3.7 magnitude earthquake happened at 1:42 am and was felt across much of Northern Arkansas. The epicenter of the earthquake was near the Marion and Baxter county line, 14 miles south of Mountain Home.There has been reported light shaking with the earthquake, but... Read More.