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Former Crawford County Librarian Sues County for Defamation, Breach of Contract
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Former Crawford County Librarian Sues County for Defamation, Breach of Contract

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CRAWFORD COUNTY, Ark. – Crawford County is facing an additional lawsuit related to its library policy. A lawyer for former Crawford County Library System director Deidre Grzymala filed suit in Washington County Circuit Court last Friday on her behalf. The former librarian is alleging defamation and breach of contract. Grzymala lives in Washington County. Judge blocks Arkansas law allowing librarians to be criminally charged over ‘harmful’ m…See the Story
River Valley residents share damage reports after radar-indicated tornado
Tornado · Van Buren

River Valley residents share damage reports after radar-indicated tornado

100% Center coverage: 1 sources
According to Crawford County Emergency Management, at least 50 structures were damaged in Van Buren, and a major gas leak was reported after a reported tornado.Read Article
Free summer meals for kids in Northwest Arkansas, River Valley 2025
Van Buren · Van Buren

Free summer meals for kids in Northwest Arkansas, River Valley 2025

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NORTHWEST ARKANSAS/RIVER VALLEY (KNWA/KFTA) — Looking for free summer meals for kids? See where they’re available in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley. Location information based on the USDA Summer Meals Site Finder 2025 unless otherwise stated. This list is subject to updates as more locations are announced. To submit a free meal location, email news@knwa.com with the subject line "FREE MEAL LOCATION." Northwest Arkansas Bentonville Schoo…Read Article

Democrat Diana Lawrence to challenge Republican U.S. Rep. Steven Womack for Arkansas’ 3rd Congressional District seat | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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VAN BUREN -- Diana Lawrence moved to Arkansas to be near her grandchildren, then decided her new state needs a new representative for its 3rd Congressional District, she said.Van Buren · Van BurenRead Article

Rep. Ryan Rose: Wins in Health, Education, and Human Trafficking Reform - Conduit News Arkansas

Representative Ryan Rose (R – Van Buren) shared his insights on the Arkansas General Assembly’s most recent session, highlighting key legislative achievements and challenges. Currently serving his second term, Rose emphasized a busier and more impactful session, particularly due to his involvement in meaningful legislation through the State Agencies and Public Health committees. Key Legislative Accomplishments Rep. Rose praised the legislature’s…Health · Van BurenRead Article

Former Alma school bus driver accused of hitting child facing assault charge

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ALMA, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A former Alma school bus driver accused of hitting a child on the forehead faces a second-degree assault charge. According to a press release from Crawford County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Holmes' office, a criminal summons was issued against Robert Reinschmiedt, 54, of Alma for second-degree assault. According to an incident report, a woman told police that her son was struck by Reinmetsch on May 6 at the school, right…Alma, Arkansas · AlmaRead Article

Arkansas State Police fatally shoot armed suspect after store altercation in Alma

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ALMA, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Arkansas State Police say troopers fatally shot an armed suspect in Crawford County on Friday morning. The agency said in a news release that around 6:30 a.m. on May 16, ASP received a report of a reckless driver on Interstate 40 eastbound near mile marker 7. Troopers suspected that the vehicle was connected to a previous domestic disturbance and aggravated robbery in Fort Smith. According to the release, the driver stop…Firearms · AlmaSee the Story

Ruth Josephine Wheelbarger, age 84

Ruth Josephine Wheelbarger, 84, of Van Buren, Arkansas, died peacefully on Friday, May 2, 2025. She was born October 5, 1940, in Breckenridge, Missouri, to the late Paul William Dee Sanson and Betty Jean Brightman. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wayne Wheelbarger; a son, Brian Keith Wheelbarger; a sister, Dollie […] The post Ruth Josephine Wheelbarger, age 84 appeared first on KTTN-FM 92.3 and KGOZ -FM 101.7.Van Buren · Van BurenRead Article

Denali Water Solutions Discontinuing Operations in Crawford County Following Town Hall Meeting

80% Center coverage: 5 sources
Related video: River Valley residents voice concerns about strong odor at public hearing CRAWFORD COUNTY, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Denali Water Solutions, the company claimed to be behind a foul odor in the River Valley, says it will discontinue operations in Crawford County. The company said in a news release that it will close its open-air storage in Crawford County starting in January 2026, "following the completion of ongoing infrastructure invest…Crawford County, Arkansas · Crawford CountySee the Story

Former Alma bus driver accused of striking student on forehead

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ALMA, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A former Alma bus driver is accused of striking a student on the forehead on May 6. According to an incident report, a woman told police that her son was struck by a bus driver at the school right after the child got on the bus to go home. The report says the woman said she had already spoken with the school administration, seen a video of the incident, and decided to file a police report. The woman told police that the …Police · AlmaSee the Story

Overnight water flushing to start May 16 in Alma

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ALMA, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Alma Water Department (AWD) has announced a scheduled overnight water flushing project that will affect some customers beginning Friday, May 16. The maintenance work is planned to last three days, from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. each night. The flushing may temporarily impact water quality and service levels, including causing temporary water discoloration, according to a news release. Although consuming discolored water is n…Alma, Arkansas · AlmaRead Article

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