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Borrowed Lawnmower Traps and Kills Arkansas Man

Horseshoe Bend · Horseshoe Bend

Borrowed Lawnmower Traps and Kills Arkansas Man

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A lawnmower trapped an Arkansas man in a culvert, killing him, according to a report from KATV, the ABC affiliate in Little Rock.See the Story

Izard County Sheriff warns of new scam involving release of those in jail

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Izard County Sheriff warns of new scam involving release of those in jail

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All but one north central Arkansas county sees population growth from July 1, 2023 to July 1, 2024

Calico Rock · Calico Rock

All but one north central Arkansas county sees population growth from July 1, 2023 to July 1, 2024

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All but one north central Arkansas county saw population growth from July 1, 2023 to July 1, 2024 according to data recently released by the U.S. Census bureau. The data shows one city in our area is among fastest growing in the state and two area counties are among the largest housing unit growth in the state during that time. Calico Rock, according to the data, was the eighth fastest growing city in Arkansas percentage wise during the time fr…Read Article

Grant Hardin's federal escape charge dropped, Arkansas charge to remain in place

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By Yuna Lee, Adam Roberts Click here for updates on this story IZARD COUNTY, Arkansas (KHBS) — Prosecutors dropped a federal escape charge against a former police chief in prison for murder and rape, court documents show. Grant Hardin worked in law enforcement for decades before he was arrested. He was serving time for murder and rape when he escaped last month. The documents did not state why the charge was being dropped. Arkansas’ state ch…Calico Rock · Calico Rock See the Story

Portion of LaCrosse Road in Izard County to be closed Wednesday for work

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A portion of LaCrosse Road in Izard County will be closed Wednesday for work. LaCrosse Road will be closed between Possum Trot Road and Cutoff Road from 7:30 until 5:00 Wednesday as the Izard County Road Department replaces tiles. Signs and barriers will be placed. Motorists are urged to find alternate routes. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSIIzard County · Izard County Read Article

Izard County Sheriff's Office Releases Weekly Incarceration Report

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Izard County Incarceration Report

IZARD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE INCARCERATION REPORT June 7th,2025 According to Sheriff Charley Melton, the following individuals were incarcerated since May 19th. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. Reynel Francis, 21 of Salem, was arrested on May 19th for criminal trespass. Adam Johnson, 24 of Melbourne, was arrested on May 19th for probation violations. Jessi Martinez, 22 of Salem, was arrested on May 20th on…Izard County · Izard County Read Article

Virginia Hurst, 88 (Conner)

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Funeral arrangements for 88-year-old Virginia Hurst are pending at Conner Family Funeral Home & Cremation Center. Virginia Hurst died Tuesday in Calico Rock. Click here to visit the Conner Family Funeral Home & Cremation Center website and sign the guest book. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSICalico Rock · Calico Rock Read Article

IDP Education blown off course by global migration headwinds

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The Melbourne-based company said student numbers were likely to be 28 to 30 per cent lower than expected amid policy changes in the US, UK and Canada.Melbourne · Melbourne See the Story

Cómo se dieron dos fugas de prisión que dejaron a tres reos aún prófugos

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Por Chris Boyette y Holly Yan, CNN Un exjefe de policía convertido en asesino y violador, un fugitivo reincidente y un doble asesino aún no han sido encontrados después de dos fugas de prisión de alto perfil que mantienen a las comunidades en vilo y a las fuerzas del orden en alerta. Aunque estas historias tienen muchas similitudes, las circunstancias detrás de sus fugas, dónde pueden estar escondidos y lo que podrían esperar hacer en libertad s…Calico Rock · Calico Rock Read Article

Calico Rock works to preserve historic buildings against future flooding

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Main Street Calico Rock has been busy preserving its history after spring flooding revealed a potential future threat to some of its long standing structures. The protect the historic district, a retaining wall and French drain has been constructed behind the Calico Riverview Inn, diverting water away from the buildings. In addition to this project, three roofs on other properties have been replaced in the district, funding has been provided for…Floods · Calico Rock Read Article

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