Elena Ramirez

Fayetteville

Digital Content Producer at KNWA-TV (Fayetteville, AR)

podcaster, news junkie, micheleda lover | @knwafox24 & @officialOPLive | Tweets are my own 😌

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Crawford County deputies make two arrest in double homicide case

1 day ago | nwahomepage.com | Elena Ramirez

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Crawford County officials found two men with gunshot wounds near Chester, Ark., on Tuesday night. Sheriff Daniel Perry said that deputies were dispatched near the 1700 block of Lansing Road. When they arrived, they found two men with gunshot wounds. Jay Collins, 66, was dead on the scene, and Donny Ship, 70, later died in the hospitalAfter an investigation with multiple agencies in the area, it was concluded that two men were involved with the double homicide.
Springdale Schools appoints new Athletic Director

1 day ago | nwahomepage.com | Elena Ramirez

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Springdale School District has appointed Jeffrey David Williams as the new Athletic Director for the Har-Ber High School side of the district, officials announced this week. Williams brings 28 years of experience in education and athletics, most recently serving over four years in the Siloam Springs School District. His career includes stints at El Dorado, Pea Ridge, Siloam Springs, and 15 years at Fort Smith Southside.
Springdale Schools appoints new Athletic Director

1 day ago | sports.yahoo.com | Elena Ramirez

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Springdale School District has appointed Jeffrey David Williams as the new Athletic Director for the Har-Ber High School side of the district, officials announced this week. Williams brings 28 years of experience in education and athletics, most recently serving over four years in the Siloam Springs School District. His career includes stints at El Dorado, Pea Ridge, Siloam Springs, and 15 years at Fort Smith Southside.
Slowdown southbound near Futrall

2 days ago | nwahomepage.com | Elena Ramirez

Amazon’s Most Wished For pages show all the most wish-listed and registered items across Amazon. Here are the 10 best electronics.
Pride Party at Ozark Natural Foods Co-Op

2 days ago | nwahomepage.com | Elena Ramirez

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Ozark Natural Foods Co-Op will host a Pride Party on Saturday, June 28, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community with music, activities, and family-friendly fun. The free event will feature a live DJ, selfie station, face painting, frozen treats from Pedal Pops, and community-building activities.
Sebastian County Jail inmate dies, awaiting ICE transfer

2 days ago | nwahomepage.com | Elena Ramirez

FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — An inmate at the Sebastian County Adult Detention Center was found unresponsive on June 19 and later pronounced dead at a local hospital. Authorities say the death is under investigation, but no foul play is suspected at this time, according to a June 25 news release. The inmate, Juan Salazar‑Lopez, 48, was found in his cell and transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Fayetteville announces nations largest subsidized veteran housing

2 days ago | nwahomepage.com | Elena Ramirez

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Washington County officials are planning to build the largest subsidized veteran housing initiative in the United States, according to a Wednesday news release. The project called Patriot Park, will include 60 units of affordable housing, specifically for veterans earning 60% or less of the area median income. Rent will be income-based, making the homes more accessible to those in need.
Rodeo of the Ozarks kicks off tomorrow

3 days ago | nwahomepage.com | Elena Ramirez

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Parsons Stadium is preparing to bring the annual Rodeo of the Ozarks from June 25 to June 28. The events include bareback riding, saddle bronc, bull riding, tie down roping, team roping, barrel racing, steer wrestling, and breakaway ropingThe 81st annual rodeo is selling tickets from $15 to $50 here. More information on the daily theme nights can be found here.
Rogers highlighted in docuseries about coffee

3 days ago | nwahomepage.com | Elena Ramirez

ROGERS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A short documentary episode is highlighting the coffee scene in Rogers, Arkansas and features multiple local coffee shops. “Coffee: The Universal Language,” spotlights how Rogers business owners support one another. The following coffee shop owners were highlighted in the 26-minute documentary.
World's Largest Swim Lesson at Parrot Island Waterpark

4 days ago | nwahomepage.com | Elena Ramirez

FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Parrot Island Waterpark is joining a worldwide event providing free swimming lessons on Thursday, June 26, as part of the World’s largest swimming lesson, according to a news release. The event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. for children ages 3 to 17. “We’re proud to once again take part in the World’s Largest Swim Lesson,” said Drew Peterson, general manager of Parrot Island Waterpark.