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PB goes orange against gun violence

16 hours ago | nwaonline.com | Eplunus Colvin

Hundreds came together in Pine Bluff on Friday for its second annual Go Orange Day, a community-wide event dedicated to raising awareness about gun violence and honoring its victims and survivors. The Pine Bluff Group Violence Intervention (GVI) initiative, along with numerous community partners, organized the event, which saw a large turnout at the Pine Bluff Convention Center.
Convicted murderer and rapist Grant Hardin captured not far from Calico Rock prison he escaped from

1 day ago | nwaonline.com | Tracy Neal |Annette Beard

BENTONVILLE -- Grant Hardin's bid for freedom ended Friday after almost two weeks on the run. Benton County Prosecuting Attorney Bryan Sexton confirmed Hardin -- a 56-year-old former police officer, elected constable and police chief -- had been captured after escaping from the North Central Unit in Calico Rock by donning a makeshift outfit meant to resemble a law enforcement uniform and then walking away.
Judge orders Fort Smith aggravated robbery suspect into mental health treatment after fitness exam

2 days ago | nwaonline.com | Penny Weaver

FORT SMITH -- A Fort Smith man who police say held a victim at gunpoint during an aggravated robbery in January was ordered into state custody this week after a mental health examiner determined he is unfit to stand trial. DaJohn D.
Teen driver, elderly woman charged regarding auto collision deaths of 2 Logan County sisters

2 days ago | nwaonline.com | Penny Weaver

Penny Weaver is an award-winning journalist who covers crime, law enforcement, court proceedings and more for the River Valley Democrat-Gazette. She has more than 30 years of experience as a reporter, photographer, columnist and editor at daily newspapers. Penny has reported on everything from national civil rights issues to hog farming in Illinois, Georgia, Texas and now Arkansas. She digs until she uncovers all the facts for every story.
University orders homeless people off its property, eliciting city response

2 days ago | nwaonline.com | Doug Thompson

FAYETTEVILLE -- The University of Arkansas ordered the homeless people using its property on 19th Street as a campground to clear out by Monday, prompting Mayor Molly Rawn to call a public meeting for Sunday to discuss the situation. "This area has become a safety concern over the last few months with frequent reports of criminal activity," says a university statement received Thursday afternoon.
Prosecutor accuses LaRenda Vick of having firearm in violation of pretrial release terms in felony theft case

2 days ago | nwaonline.com | Penny Weaver

Penny Weaver is an award-winning journalist who covers crime, law enforcement, court proceedings and more for the River Valley Democrat-Gazette. She has more than 30 years of experience as a reporter, photographer, columnist and editor at daily newspapers. Penny has reported on everything from national civil rights issues to hog farming in Illinois, Georgia, Texas and now Arkansas. She digs until she uncovers all the facts for every story.
Sneak Series begins with A24 ‘Sorry’ screening at Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

3 days ago | nwaonline.com | Eric Harrison

The Arkansas Cinema Society and film distributor A24 will offer a sneak preview of "Sorry, Baby," 6:30 p.m. June 18 at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 E. Ninth St., Little Rock. It's part of the society's Sneak Series. A young woman who has undergone a traumatic experience realizes, after "a beloved friend visits on the brink of a major milestone, ... just how stuck she's been, and begins to work through how to move forward," according to a news release.
Oklahoma authorities pick up suspect wanted in connection with Fort Smith armed robbery, assault

3 days ago | nwaonline.com | Penny Weaver

FORT SMITH -- Oklahoma authorities have taken into custody a suspect wanted for questioning regarding an armed robbery and assault that occurred Wednesday in Fort Smith. Kenneth Byrd, 28, was arrested in Oklahoma, but further details were pending Thursday morning, according to Aric Mitchell, public information officer for the Fort Smith Police Department.
Little Rock wastewater panel endorses 5 years of rate increases; plan now goes to city directors

3 days ago | nwaonline.com | Joseph Flaherty

The Little Rock Water Reclamation Commission on Wednesday approved a five-year schedule of rate increases that would cause the typical residential customer's monthly bill to increase by roughly 42% by 2030. The rate plan must get the authorization of the Little Rock Board of Directors in order to take effect.
ENTERTAINMENT: Little Rock Winds play for annual Flag Day tribute

3 days ago | nwaonline.com | Eric Harrison

MUSICFlag Day celebrationLittle Rock Winds celebrates Flag Day a little early with a concert at 7 p.m. Sunday on the parade grounds behind the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History, 503 E. Ninth St., in Little Rock’s MacArthur Park. Israel Getzov conducts a program of patriotic marches and popular American favorites. Admission is free; supply your own lawn chairs or a blanket.