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NORTHWEST ARKANSAS01On Sunday evening, one KNWA/FOX24 viewer said she wasn't sure if her message would go through when she went to send in a tip regarding a large internet outage in Bella Vista.
COMMUNITYOn Saturday, the Fayetteville Gallery Coalition invited art enthusiasts, collectors and community members to experience the Fall Fayetteville Gallery Hop, which organizers said showcased an "extraordinary range" of visual arts that highlighted both…
EDUCATIONThe city’s second-oldest park, Walker Park, reopened on Sunday, welcoming locals back to a newly renovated spot that has long been a staple to the city's community.
Some local chefs spent part of their weekend sharing their culinary journeys and favorite food-related books at Sunday's "Recipe for Reading" at the Rogers Public Library.
When Karis Quinn reflects on her mother, she remembers someone who refused to let cancer define her family's life.
Saturday marked a spooky Halloween event at the Springdale Public Library, welcoming members of the community to come out to "Nightmare on Pleasant Street” from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
As Jason Carney faced federal prison time for his role in the 2nd Milk fraud case, a Northwest Arkansas businesswoman testified that he was still pitching a new business venture... and asking her for $25,000.
Saturday marked the return of the sixth annual Pottery on the Patio event at the Walton Arts Center's Nadine Baum Studio, giving locals the opportunity experience a plethora of art mediums from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Locals came together Saturday at the Bella Vista Public Library to begin a series of October events planned around bringing the community together in special ways during the spooky season.
Get ready for expert analysis, team coverage and all the insights you need as the Hogs gear up for their game against the Vanderbilt Commodores.
A teenager was killed Friday afternoon in a single-vehicle accident in Eastern Oklahoma, according to a crash report from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP).
Rogers-based America's Car-Mart saw its stock plunge Friday, the day after it received its seventh extension on some of its loan terms while the company struggles to stay in operation.
The state Department of Human Services' proposed three-year, up to $48.4 million contract with the Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care to provide a customer service center cleared the Arkansas Legislative Council on Friday.
Sadly, one man's sin brought death into the world as the Scriptures tells us in Genesis 1-3.
Fearless Friday is in full swing across Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley for Week 7 of the high school football season!
A Springdale police officer has been decertified after he accessed explicit content on a work laptop while serving as a school resource officer.
Jason and Lacey Carney, founders of Springdale nonprofit 2nd Milk, were sentenced to prison in a federal case involving wire fraud, false tax returns and diverting $2 million from the... The post 2nd Milk founders sentenced to prison in federal case…
New details have been released surrounding the fraud case involving the founders of a Springdale nonprofit from the former KNWA anchor who investigated this story when it first broke in May 2024.
A music artist who was slated to perform Friday night in Northwest Arkansas will not take the stage until this weekend.
SPRINGDALE -- First-term incumbent Rep. Diana Gonzales Worthen, D-Springdale, faces Republican challenger Matthew Goff, also of Springdale, in the only House district the Democrats gained in the 2024 election.
Former Helena-West Helena Mayor Christopher Franklin Sr. was arrested Friday on battery charges, police said.
Nine Arkansas restaurants, including Stoby's in Conway, Trio's in Little Rock and the Dixie Pig in Blytheville, are finalists for inclusion in the 2026 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame.
The trial date for a River Valley man accused of raping a minor has been set.
The Arkansas State Fair opened Friday in Little Rock, kicking off 10 days of rides, food and fun.
On today’s show, we talk with Loren Lester, who plays Max Kellerman in the national tour of “Dirty Dancing,” coming to Walton Arts Center next week. We also hear about a volunteer effort offering free, nonpartisan rides to the polls in Washington County.…
Riggs Tractor Co. and Nabholz Construction on Friday placed the final steel beam inside the 160,000-square-foot Riggs Engine Rebuild Center.
FAYETTEVILLE -- Five months after safety screws were reported missing from more than 30 light fixtures in the Fayetteville Public Library's event center, a formal, written safety policy for the space has yet to be adopted, library records show.
Little Rock, 1907: “This will give you an idea of our home. On the south side and east side I have sweet peas,” said the homeowner of 2401 Gaines St. When photographed for the book “Little Rock Then & Now” in 2007, the house was vacant and run down. Since…
Both of Malki's college pitching coaches will be in the dugout when he throws against the Patriots on Saturday.
The Arkansas Department of Health has confirmed at least one influenza-related death during the current flu season.
Four of this year's nine finalists for induction into the Arkansas Food Hall of Fame are in Northwest Arkansas or the River Valley.
A shooting in College Station left two men wounded Thursday evening, according to the Pulaski County sheriff's office.
DEAR JANET: My inquiry is two-fold. First, could chamberbitter seeds have been in the flower seed packages I bought? Second, is there anything I can do now to help control the chamberbitter from returning with such a vengeance next year?
One of Fayetteville's oldest parks will introduce new athletic facilities and other revamped features this weekend.
Eleven people were arrested in a sting operation targeting online child predators conducted by federal and state authorities.
PEA RIDGE -- Two seats on the city's Planning Commission expire this year, and the city is launching a search for interested applicants.
A Fayetteville man has been sentenced to multiple years in prison after he admitted to internet stalking of a child, according to court documents.
Fall is in the air and Central Arkansas is bustling with activity. Weekend Ahead hopes to highlight some events going on in the Central Arkansas area on Fridays, Saturdays and/or Sundays.
Arkansas football could have its breakthrough moment under Silverfield at Vanderbilt on Saturday.
BELLA VISTA -- The Bella Vista Planning and Development Department is seeking public feedback regarding the density of short-term rental units within the city.
Everything you need to know about the Razorbacks' game against the Commodores.
One person died earlier this week in a single-vehicle crash in Huntsville, according to an Arkansas State Police (ASP) fatal crash summary.
The Razorbacks own a conference-worst 23% winning percentage in SEC play since 2012, including four winless seasons.
BENTONVILLE -- There are races for seven of the 15 seats on the Benton County Quorum Court in the Nov. 3 general election.
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Arkansas voters will decide four statewide issues on the November 3 ballot, three proposed constitutional amendments and one bond question. Here are the plain-language breakdowns of each, plus where to find your…
Matt Jones and Christina Long discuss the Razorbacks' game against the Commodores on Saturday and give thoughts on the recent UA Board of Trustees meetings.
Arkansans who want to vote in the Nov. 3 midterm election need to know where to go to cast their vote, whether they vote on election day or take part in early voting.
Nearly a dozen men have been arrested as part of a multi-agency in Northwest Arkansas targeting those involved with child sex crimes.
An Arkansas man last seen in the early 1980s has been identified as the murder victim found inside a barrel at Lake Mead in 2022.
Newsweek has ranked four Fayetteville surgery centers among the country's best.
Southern Nazarene University (SNU) officials on Thursday announced the death of one of its students, football player Tyler Ulrich.
Rogers residents will decide whether to approve a $457.25 million bond issue to improve city streets, parks, public safety and the animal shelter. Area leaders said the work would help... The post Rogers to vote on $457 million bond for street, park…
We love finding animals loving homes in our community, and this week, we’d like to introduce you to Rupee from the Springdale Animal Shelter.
A homeless shelter is preparing to help the community when the temperatures drop.
On Thursday, dozens of people took to the Razorback Greenway, beginning an over 30-mile walk from Bentonville to Fayetteville.
Little Rock police have arrested a 19-year-old man in connection with a Thursday night shooting at a Little Rock convenience store that left two people dead and three critically injured, according to a social media post from the department Friday morning.
The Arkansas Minority Health Commission is set to host a community health fair.
The annual Art Walk has returned to downtown Springdale, celebrating the places, people and creativity that make the city special.
KALISPELL, Mont. -- President Donald Trump used a Western campaign swing on Wednesday to pitch Republicans as vigilant supporters of gun rights and to defend his acceptance of a luxury jet from Qatar to use as Air Force One.
BUCHAREST, Romania -- Romanian authorities launched search and rescue operations off the Black Sea coast Thursday after a drone struck a ship which then caught fire, the latest in a spate of strikes that has raised fears that Russia's war in Ukraine is…
NAIROBI, Kenya -- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called for de-escalation in the Horn of Africa amid fighting in northern Ethiopia and heightened tensions with neighboring Eritrea.
WASHINGTON -- U.S. health officials are moving ahead with a plan to allow specialty pharmacies to produce certain peptides, a class of largely unregulated injections that have become popular among followers of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and…
WASHINGTON -- New White House press secretary Katie Zacharia defended her legal background and justified her truncated inaugural briefing as she navigates a rocky first week as the president's chief spokeswoman.
WASHINGTON -- FBI employees fired for their roles in the investigation of President Donald Trump's retention of classified documents at his Florida estate sued Thursday to get their jobs back, calling their terminations unlawful acts of "political…
WASHINGTON -- Federal authorities are investigating letters with "suspicious substances" that have been mailed to congressional and election offices nationwide and are urging recipients to treat the mailings as "potentially hazardous."
PESHAWAR, Pakistan -- The roof of a private school collapsed in the northwestern Pakistani city of Peshawar on Thursday, killing at least 34 children and a teacher and injuring more than 50 other people in the deadliest building collapse ever in the…
The Saudi-led coalition fighting the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen said Thursday it has thwarted a missile attack on Saudi Arabia's holy city of Medina as well as another attack in the eastern part of the kingdom.
LONDON -- Jeffrey Donaldson, the former leader of Northern Ireland's largest unionist party, was sentenced on Thursday to 15 years in prison for the rape and sex abuse of two girls decades ago.
Arnold Schwarzenegger, California's Republican former governor, joined Gavin Newsom, its current Democratic one, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of climate legislation that the former movie star said created half a million jobs, calling cooperation "the…
The Arkansas Supreme Court released opinions Thursday. The court's ruling and the names of the cases are reprinted here. The full opinions and other court proceedings, including per curiam decisions, orders and submissions, can be found on the internet at…
Tennessee tried to execute Christa Pike on Sept. 30. It didn't work.
If the forecast is right, it's a lot cooler today than it was earlier in the week.
In a podcast interview dated Sept. 29 of this year, Vice President JD Vance offered the following argument to justify mass deportations:
After a five-and-a-half-year absence, Tom Cotton has recently discovered a state called Arkansas. Pretending that he cares about Arkansas and the welfare of its citizens, he's parachuted in and out of Arkansas-Cotton-friendly spaces. The sole purpose of…
CLEVELAND -- In a season where Cleveland rookies helped propel the Guardians to their third straight AL Central title, it was the team's emotional spark plug that powered them to a pivotal victory in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series.
LOS ANGELES -- Garrett Mitchell hit a go-ahead homer in the sixth inning, Milwaukee's brilliant bullpen slammed the door late and the Brewers rallied past the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4 on Thursday in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series to earn…
A showdown between tradition rivals Alabama and Tennessee highlights this weekend as we enter the second half of college football.
ZURICH -- Gianni Infantino apologized to FIFA's ruling council on Thursday for "mistakes" in his secretive investment plan for the World Cup but didn't give details sought by his toughest critics who want to oust him as the president of soccer's governing…
Athletes and fans were greeted by an annual sight while walking into Buzz Bolding Arena at Conway High School on Tuesday: An entire arena decorated in pink.
The recalled thermal laminators were sold online on Amazon.com from June 2024 through September 2026.
A Fort Smith couple faces felony charges for endangering the welfare of minors after their children reportedly tested positive for methamphetamine and THC.
A River Valley public official is facing scrutiny from community members after derogatory text messages he shared were posted on social media earlier this week.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., a Lowell-based transportation services company, posted gains in earnings and revenue in the third quarter of 2026 as freight demand and costs rise. After markets... The post J.B. Hunt third-quarter earnings rise narrowly,…
Flu season typically starts in October, but this year cases began rising weeks earlier, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Little Rock police confirmed that multiple people have been shot at a gas station on Thursday evening.
As deer season gets underway in the Natural State, Arkansas drivers face an increased likelihood of experiencing an animal collision.
Three River Valley police officers who were fired last year after allegedly pointing firearms at colleagues as part of hazing activity have been decertified by the state.
The NBA's annual preseason "GM Survey" released Thursday morning, and multiple former Arkansas Razorback are represented in the questionnaire.
Utility company Black Hills Energy has released new natural gas base rates for its Arkansas customers.
Join neighbors, friends and family as we celebrate the reopening of Walker Park on Sunday, October 18 at 2 p.m. The reopening ceremony will be held near the horseshoe facility in the southwest corner of the park.
NOAA's U.S. Winter Outlook for December 2026 to February 2027 predicts a mild winter for the northern United States and increased precipitation for the southern half due to El Niño, offering potential drought relief for Arkansas.
The Fayetteville Police Department is seeking help locating a missing person.
Little Rock-based Windgate Foundation recently gave $1.5 million to the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas to establish the Windgate Endowed Chair in STEAM Education.... The post Windgate Foundation gives $1.5 million…
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) announced this week it has awarded grants across two programs to enable infrastructure projects.
Kansas Citians can expect another update Thursday on the Royals' downtown baseball stadium. And this time, we will be getting a new and updated visual of what the ballpark will look like.
A Benton County man was arrested this past weekend after being accused of sexual behavior with a minor.
Dr. Laura Tyler, CEO of Springdale-based behavioral health system Arisa Health, will retire Nov. 21 after several years with the organization. Ruth Allison Dover, chief legal officer, will become CEO.... The post Arisa Health CEO Laura Tyler to retire,…
Swedish retailer IKEA has announced the opening date for its first Oklahoma store.
On today’s show, we hear that early voting in Arkansas begins Monday, with 19 locations open in Washington County. Plus, we follow a three-day pilgrimage from Bentonville to Fayetteville to raise awareness about homelessness. We also hear about the…
The Arkansas Department of Transportation has announced it received a $23 million grant for a new rest area and truck parking facility along the future Interstate 49 extension in the River Valley.
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Comedian Dusty Slay will be returning to the Walton Arts Center on Friday, April 23. The show starts at 7 p.m. Presales began on October 14, with tickets going on sale to the public on October 16. Attendees who preorder a…
It even includes a charcuterie board.
Numerous Baptist Health primary care clinics will be transitioning to Community Clinics next year.
From changes to the constitution to Arkansas Governor, numerous issues are on the ballot this upcoming election.
Arvest Bank is issuing a warning about potential impersonation scams.
Immigration, inflation, health care, AI, data centers, and flock cameras were topics of discussion Wednesday (Oct. 14) during the debate between Arkansas’ Third Congressional District candidates. The debate ahead of... The post Technology, immigration,…
The University of Arkansas recently received about $600,000 in gifts for its Land of Opportunity Scholarship. The UA aims to raise $200 million in the campaign, and the scholarships will... The post UA receives $600,000 for scholarship campaign appeared…
Little Rock-based nonprofit Immerse Arkansas recently received a $4.5 million anonymous gift and a 99-year land lease from New Heights Church to establish short-term housing and a campus in Fayetteville... The post Immerse Arkansas receives $4.5 million…
On today's show, we learn that the Arkansas Department of Education and Heartland Forward plan to expand rootEd’s college and career advising program to 100 schools statewide. Plus, a Northwest Arkansas podcaster turns to caregiving in Puerto Rico, and we…
Arkansas companies received $197 million in angel, seed and venture capital investment in 2025, according to a new report. Venture capital investment declined 33% to $184.3 million, the lowest amount... The post Venture capital investment in Arkansas falls…
On today's show, we hear that a new report at the University of Arkansas shows reported rapes from 2025 have more than tripled from the previous year, and we ask why. Plus, we get into a new intersection of art, science and nature in Bentonville. We also…
Kevin King’s resume reads like three different careers stitched together: internet pioneer, top-producing real estate broker and Caribbean charter captain. Learning from each experience and job is key, King said,... The post Then and Now: Through three…
The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal is accepting nominations for its fourth annual Northwest Arkansas Outstanding Business Awards. Arvest Bank is the sponsor. The awards program recognizes companies that have grown... The post NWA Business Journal…
Health services company Beyond Wellness recently opened its first Northwest Arkansas location in Rogers. It’s the company’s fourth Arkansas clinic. The new clinic at 4100 W. Oak St. is in... The post Beyond Wellness opens in Rogers appeared first on Talk…
Drake Farms, a mixed-use development near Washington Regional Medical Center and Interstate 49, recently started leasing its first studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments at 2841 N. Mansfield Ave. in Fayetteville.... The post Drake Farms starts leasing…
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art has opened a play area between its Campus Parking Plaza and the museum in Bentonville. Members of the Walton family were among those who... The post Crystal Bridges opens all-ages playground in Bentonville appeared…
The City of Fayetteville invites residents and the university community to a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completed Maple Street Improvements Project on Friday, Oct. 16, at 10 a.m. at the Pi Phi Gates on Maple St. in Fayetteville.
Consumers face higher energy prices and other challenges, but Walmart U.S. CEO David Guggina said at a recent Goldman Sachs investor conference that the consumer is resilient. And Walmart is... The post The Supply Side: Walmart execs bullish despite high…
As part of an ongoing effort to modernize its supply chain, Walmart recently opened its fifth high-tech fulfillment center. The retailer said the 900,000 square-foot facility in Stockton, Calif., will... The post Walmart opens another next-generation…
Natural disasters are among the most disruptive complications that can impact a family. Many Northwest Arkansas residents remember the tornadoes that ripped through Benton and Madison counties in May 2024... The post Financial planners can help rebuild…
On today's show, we learn what happens when a group of out-of-state journalists tries to start a micro-school in Arkansas and receive state funding. Plus, we spend time with a six-day governor in the Pryor Center Archives. We also get another edition of…
The number of apprentices in Arkansas has more than doubled over the past decade, rising to about 10,000 apprenticeships in 2025. Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis staff discussed the... The post St. Louis Fed: New data shows apprenticeships increasing…
Fayetteville-based Washington Regional and Dallas Real Estate Services were among companies and organizations in Northwest Arkansas to recently announce new hires, promotions and awards. NEW HIRES Healthcare Cody Jones Fayetteville... The post Fayetteville…