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Portion of Old Wire Road in Fayetteville to close starting Wednesday
A section of Old Wire Road in Fayetteville will close from 9 a.m. Wednesday until 7 a.m. Friday while crews inspect underground infrastructure and complete any needed maintenance, the city says. The northbound lane…
Fayetteville workshop aims to provide tools for overcoming rental application barriers
Fayetteville will hold a free Tenant Toolkit workshop Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Yvonne Richardson Community Center. The session will offer renters practical guidance on overcoming barriers such as credit problems…
Washington County to consider yearlong pause on data centers
A Washington County committee approved sending a proposed yearlong pause on data centers to the Quorum Court for discussion and a possible vote. Supporters say the pause would give officials time to review planning and…
Washington County moratorium on data centers advances after committee vote
Washington County’s Services Committee recommended a one-year moratorium on permitting data center construction, voting 9-5 with one abstention. The proposal now advances after the committee action, but the report does…
Why’d the chicken move down the road? To address Fayetteville traffic concerns
Raising Cane’s plans to move its Fayetteville restaurant about 700 feet north, from 859 E. Millsap Road to the former Lewis Ford dealership site near North College Avenue. City staff say relocating the drive-through…
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University of Arkansas Police Department investigating 3 reported rapes since Halloween
The University of Arkansas Police Department is investigating three reported rapes since Halloween. The reports are under investigation, and the department has not provided further details in the brief notice. The cases…
Trial dates set for suspects arrested in Northwest Arkansas human trafficking investigation
Trial dates have been set for suspects arrested in a human trafficking investigation in Northwest Arkansas. The cases stem from an investigation that led to the arrests, and the scheduled court dates mark the next step…
Shelter from the cold: Salvation Army inclement weather policy
The Salvation Army in northwest Arkansas expands its shelter capacity when the feels-like temperature reaches 32 degrees or lower for more than an hour. Its Fayetteville and Bentonville facilities can each add 20 spaces…
Slim Chickens Launches Ordering From the Samsung Smart TV Home Screen in Northwest Arkansas
Slim Chickens has introduced ordering through the Samsung Smart TV home screen for customers in Northwest Arkansas. In a partnership with shoppable-streaming marketplace klyq and ordering network Gett, viewers can…
Benton and Washington counties verify absentee and provisional ballots
Election commissions in Benton and Washington counties, Arkansas, reviewed absentee ballots from military and overseas voters and finalized provisional ballots ahead of certification. Washington County officials are…
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WholeHogSports Daily Podcast: Arkansas basketball, football fall over the weekend
In the latest episode of the WholeHogSports Daily Podcast, hosts Matt Jones and Ethan Westerman analyze a difficult weekend for Arkansas athletics. The discussion focuses on the Razorbacks' recent basketball defeat…
Silverfield Addresses Auburn Loss, Turns Focus to No. 20 South Carolina
Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield reviewed his team's 26-23 loss to Auburn and turned attention to Saturday's home game against No. 20 South Carolina. Arkansas led 10-3 at halftime before Auburn rallied, with quarterback…
Longtime Harlem Globetrotter, Arkansas basketball legend Hubert ‘Geese’ Ausbie dies at 88
Hubert “Geese” Ausbie, an Arkansas basketball standout who became a longtime Harlem Globetrotter, has died at 88. Ausbie was known for his career with the exhibition team and his ties to Arkansas basketball. The…
Fayetteville Housing Choice Vouchers open for low-income families in Washington County
The Fayetteville Housing Authority has reopened its waitlist for federally funded Housing Choice Vouchers, the first opening since 2021. The program helps very low-income households afford private-market housing across…
Fayetteville Public Library seeking clothing, food donations for the community
The Fayetteville Public Library is currently seeking donations of clothing and food to support members of the local community. The initiative aims to assist residents in need by collecting essential supplies. Interested…
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Fayetteville Housing Authority reopens voucher applications
The Fayetteville Housing Authority has officially reopened applications for its Housing Choice Voucher program, marking the first time the rental assistance initiative has accepted new applicants since 2021. The program…
Democrat who didn’t want Washington County assessor job now figuring out how he’ll do it
Nathan Miller, a Democratic political newcomer, is preparing to take office as the Washington County assessor after a surprise victory in Tuesday's election. Miller, who had previously stated he did not expect or…
For the birds: Arkansas routed by Virginia, but John Calipari shoos away the pigeons
The Arkansas Razorbacks suffered a significant defeat against the Virginia Cavaliers in a recent college basketball matchup. Despite the lopsided loss, head coach John Calipari remained focused on the game's unusual…
Fayetteville distributes more than $81,000 in federal grant funding to area nonprofits
The city of Fayetteville has distributed over $81,000 in federal Community Development Block Grant funding to seven local nonprofits. The grants, ranging from $7,500 to $25,000, support organizations providing…
Divorces granted Oct. 29-Nov. 4 in Washington and Benton counties
The county clerks' offices in Benton and Washington counties have released the list of divorce decrees granted between October 29 and November 4. The records detail various legal dissolutions of marriage finalized…
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Records show VA ends transitional housing contract early, names concerns about ‘standards of care’
The Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks has terminated a transitional housing contract for recovering addicts one year ahead of schedule. Official documents indicate that the decision was driven by concerns…
Arkansas public colleges and universities report $3.59 billion in maintenance needs
Arkansas' public colleges and universities have reported a combined $3.59 billion in urgent maintenance and repair needs. The figures highlight significant infrastructure challenges facing higher education institutions…
Arkansas Squanders 2nd Half Lead in 26-23 Loss to Auburn
The Arkansas Razorbacks suffered a disappointing 26-23 loss to the Auburn Tigers after squandering a second-half lead. Despite a strong start, the Razorbacks were unable to maintain their momentum, allowing Auburn to…
WATCH: Ryan Silverfield & Players Reflects on Arkansas’ close 26-23 loss to Auburn
Head coach Ryan Silverfield and players addressed the media following Arkansas' narrow 26-23 defeat to the Auburn Tigers. The team reflected on the missed opportunities during the second half that led to the loss…
Hogville’s Kevin McPherson’s PREVIEW of No. 12 Arkansas vs. No. 9 Virginia is a DEEP DIVE, plus NEW 5-star recruiting INTEL
Kevin McPherson provides an in-depth preview of the upcoming matchup between No. 12 Arkansas and No. 9 Virginia. The analysis covers key tactical aspects of the game, player matchups, and strategic considerations for…
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WATCH: Ryan Silverfield & Players Reflect on Arkansas’ close 26-23 loss to Auburn
Coach Ryan Silverfield and Arkansas players reflect on their recent 26-23 loss to Auburn. The post-game commentary focuses on the team's performance, missed opportunities, and the narrow margin of defeat. Players…
Arkansas Defense Suffocating Auburn in Dominant First Half
The Arkansas defense delivered a dominant performance during the first half of their game against Auburn, effectively stifling the Tigers' offensive efforts. The Razorbacks' ability to control the line of scrimmage and…
Fearless Friday NWA Scoreboard: Week 10
The Fearless Friday NWA Scoreboard provides a comprehensive look at the high school football results for Week 10 in Northwest Arkansas. The report covers scores and key outcomes from various games across the region…
Hive Networking NWA celebrates one-year anniversary
Hive Networking NWA is celebrating its one-year anniversary of operations. The organization, which focuses on professional networking and community building in Northwest Arkansas, marked the milestone with a…