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Tulsa, Oklahoma, is locked in a high-stakes legal battle with Arkansas and Decatur, accusing them of denying due process in an environmental dispute. A key hearing for oral arguments is set for November 23rd at 1:15 PM before Judge Doug Schrantz in Benton County — a major courtroom showdown where both sides will present their cases as the courts step in to resolve this long-running conflict. Liste...

Arkansas moms are facing terrifyingly longer trips to deliver babies—some now driving over an hour—after a wave of hospital closures shuttered labor and delivery units, especially in rural counties. Travel times have doubled, tripled, or even quadrupled, with devastating consequences for maternal and infant health. With the state’s infant mortality rate ranking second worst in the nation, experts...

Walmart’s paying $13 million to settle a Texas lawsuit over misleading Spark delivery drivers—half already sent to drivers, with new rules ensuring promised pay, no admission of fault, but strict oversight ahead. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public...

Arkansas DOT’s Little Rock HQ shut down for a week after asbestos was unexpectedly detected in air tests — a rare but serious discovery in a building built in 1963. Renovations on floors five and six are suspected to have disturbed the hazardous material, prompting immediate evacuations and remote work for staff. Employees on the fourth and seventh floors were relocated as a precaution. The buildi...

Razorback Stadium’s naming rights just got a surprise twist: a Kansas credit union, CommunityAmerica, is stepping in with a $70 million, 13-year deal—despite no local Arkansas giant biting. Athletic director Hunter Yurachek says it’s a smart move, letting big local brands like Walmart and Tyson breathe while still securing the cash needed to compete in the brutal SEC. Fans may miss a homegrown nam...

Get ready for the biggest back-to-school giveaway ever—this Saturday, August 1st, from 11 AM to 1 PM at First Ward Living Grace Pantry in Jefferson County. Families can walk away with free school supplies, groceries, and hygiene essentials while supplies last. Powered by local businesses, churches, and a special appearance from the UAPB football team, this event is set to help hundreds of kids sta...

Flash floods turned Hermitage Road in West Little Rock into a water park, swallowing cars and disrupting businesses like The Butcher Shop and a local credit union—despite years of recurring flooding. While city crews clear debris, officials admit major infrastructure upgrades are needed, with a proposed drainage project slated for 2026–2029. Residents and businesses are urging action as emergency...

Ed McClure, beloved pillar of Rogers, passed at 66 after a 40-year legacy as a lawyer, theater visionary, and community soul. As artistic director of the Arkansas Public Theatre and a founding force behind downtown’s cultural revival, he turned unconventional spaces into stages and nurtured generations through the arts. Known for his humor, heart, and tireless support—especially for youth—he blend...

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This Friday night, dive into historic home-brews and live music at the Historic Arkansas Museum’s fifth Hop-Off—free admission, plus a sack race for fun. Saturday brings Amboy Fest in North Little Rock, a community-driven celebration of rebuilding after last year’s tornado, with food trucks, a flea market, and furry adoptables. Theater lovers: Argenta Contemporary Theatre’s edgy “The Cake” (mature...

Cyclosporiasis is on the rise in Arkansas, with case numbers matching last year’s levels — not a surge, but still cause for concern. Officials are still investigating whether these cases tie into a larger multi-state outbreak, with no confirmed links to specific food sources yet. Symptoms like stomach pain, vomiting, or diarrhea usually appear about a week after exposure, and doctors are urged to...

A seven-year-old boy, Everett Deaver, died after being accidentally shot by another child with an unsecured firearm in his home — a heartbreaking tragedy that has shaken the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District, where he was a beloved student at Bayou Meto Elementary. The district is offering counseling and support as the community mourns, while authorities have arrested Everett’s father, Mi...

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A Senate candidate in Arkansas faced a terrifying intrusion at her home over the weekend — possibly by an armed individual seeking a member of her campaign team. Hallie Shoffner condemned the act as unacceptable political intimidation, stressing that disagreements must be voiced through proper channels, not through threatening visits to private residences. Speaking personally, she highlighted that...

Aaron Spencer’s murder charge has been officially dropped after the prosecutor decided not to appeal the judge’s June ruling — a major legal win that clears the way for his sheriff campaign as the case officially closes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based o...

The U.S. Army pays tribute to Major General Gary W. Johnston with two powerful honors: a new Arizona facility named in his honor and his induction into the Military Intelligence Hall of Fame. A career spanning 30 years, key deployments, and transformative leadership in intelligence reshaped modern warfare — his legacy lives on through this enduring tribute. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a S...

A seven-year-old boy died in a tragic accidental shooting near Jacksonville, prompting the arrest of 31-year-old Michael Deaver on charges of manslaughter and endangering a minor after an unsecured firearm was found accessible to the child. Authorities continue investigating the heartbreaking incident as the community mourns the loss and calls for urgent gun safety awareness. Listen in comfort: Ge...

Sterling Market on Shall Avenue in the East Village has shut down its regular food service, sparking buzz and concern in the community over what this means for the neighborhood’s food scene and beloved local vibe. With few details yet on why the closure happened or future plans, the spot’s departure feels like more than just a menu change—it’s a quiet ripple through a familiar hub. Keep watching t...

Nova Twins are crushing it on the world tour, opening for Evanescence at the massive Bell Centre in Montreal — a dream gig for the dynamic duo Amy Love and Georgia South, marking a huge leap in their career as they bring their electrifying sound to thousands. With a 2026 tour ahead, this moment is just the beginning of what’s sure to be a breakout year for the rock force to watch. Listen in comfor...

A seven-year-old student, Everett Deaver, was tragically killed in a shooting at Bayou Meto Elementary in Jacksonville, after an unattended gun was accidentally fired in a home where children were present. The school district mourns his loss, offering support to students and staff as they cope with the devastating event. His father, Michael Deaver, has been arrested and charged with manslaughter a...

A U.S. Senate candidate, Hallie Shoffner, condemned a disturbing incident where an armed individual showed up unannounced at her home, allegedly searching for a campaign staffer. Shoffner, running against Tom Cotton, called the person a “menace” and stressed that political disagreements must never escalate to threats or intimidation—especially at private residences. She emphasized that candidates...

A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded when a seven-year-old boy died after accidentally discharging a firearm left unattended by his father, Michael Deaver, 31, who’s now facing manslaughter and endangering the welfare of a minor charges. The incident occurred at a home on Highway 107, where the child accessed a loaded revolver left on a desk while Michael was next door with a neighbor. Despite emergen...

A teacher fired after a private Facebook post quoting Clarence Darrow — “I’ve never wished a man dead, but I’ve read some obituaries with great pleasure” — is suing his school district, claiming his First Amendment rights were violated. The post, made after conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s murder, led to his termination despite student and parent support. Now, with the ACLU of Arkansas backing...

A U.S. Senate candidate in Arkansas, Hallie Shoffner, narrowly avoided a dangerous confrontation when an armed individual showed up at her home seeking a campaign staffer. Her husband intervened, and the intruder left without incident. Shoffner condemned the act, stressing that political disagreements belong in public forums—not at private residences—with weapons crossing a line that must never be...

Pine Bluff City Council votes to shut down the Aquatic Center as a standalone department, returning it to Parks and Recreation to cut costs—saving $70K annually—after a deadly incident involving an 84-year-old woman found unresponsive in a whirlpool, and a separate teen weapon threat. In response, Mayor Flowers announces sweeping security upgrades: metal detectors, cameras, panic buttons, and stri...