Brett Rains
Multimedia Journalist and Reporter at KHBS/KHOG-TV (Rogers, AR)
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1 week ago |
4029tv.com | Brett Rains
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FOR THIS YEAR'S RODEO IN FORT SMITH. "For nearly "For nearly 100 years, people have been grabbing their cowboy hats and have headed to Fort Smith for the old Fort Days Rodeo. It all gets underway on Memorial Day, with the parade in the morning.
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2 weeks ago |
4029tv.com | Brett Rains
The Fort Smith National Cemetery, the final resting place of more than 19,000 veterans and their spouses, will host a solemn Memorial Day ceremony on Sunday at 2:00 p.m., rain or shine.“We’re going to power through it regardless of the rain," said Zach Johnson, Avenue of Flags Chairman. "The very least we can do is honor their sacrifice.”Flags line every marker at the cemetery, symbolizing the dedication of those who served.
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2 weeks ago |
4029tv.com | Brett Rains
For nearly a century, crowds have donned cowboy hats and headed to Fort Smith for the Old Fort Days Rodeo, a cherished local tradition.Marking its 92nd year, the event kicks off Memorial Day with a parade in downtown Fort Smith, followed by nightly rodeo action at Harper Stadium.The celebration begins with a parade along Garrison Avenue at 10 a.m. Riders, floats, and the iconic Clydesdales will take center stage.
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2 weeks ago |
4029tv.com | Brett Rains
A severe storm hit Shady Point, Oklahoma, Monday night and destroyed a man's uninsured home. The Leflore County emergency manager reported that the storm toppled trees, downed power lines, and damaged at least two homes in the area. One home, belonging to Ken Helton, suffered the most damage seen so far in the River Valley. Helton, who has lived in Shady Point for 45 years, described the terrifying moment when the storm hit his home. "My son-in-law came in. So the sirens went off in Shady Point.
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2 weeks ago |
4029tv.com | Brett Rains
Towson Avenue in Fort Smith was flooded after strong storms hit Monday night.At least two cars were seen stuck in the floodwater.
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