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Arkansas’ Winter Weather Awareness Week is Dec. 1 - 7
Winter can bring a variety of hazardous weather conditions to the Natural State, including heavy snow, ice, and cold temperatures. These conditions can make driving conditions hazardous, with power … more
Make the most of Black Friday shopping and think outside the gift box
Fast Facts: Plan ahead, research deals, shop carefully online Make a list and set a spending limit Focus on making joyful memories, less on big purchases LITTLE ROCK — As Black Friday … more
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Library Book Sale Dec. 5-7
Newton County Library Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held Thursday and Friday, Dec. 5-6 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. until noon. Prices: $5, paper bag … more
Tuberculosis cases rise in Arkansas
Tuberculosis (TB) is on the rise in Arkansas for adult and pediatric populations. Arkansas Department of Health has recorded over 100 cases in the state as of Nov. 1, 2024, which is the first time in … more
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WINTER ON THE WAY — The National Weather Service issued a freeze warning last week for the state’s four northwesternmost counties, as well as a frost advisory for surrounding counties in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Temperatures briefly fell to 32 degrees Fahrenheit Friday night.
Extension Corner: Ornamental, specialty crops at risk as freezing temperatures
Fast Facts: Cooler weather throughout the state expected this week Most ornamental landscape plants should be fine; house plants should come inside National Weather Service has online map of … more
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Friends of the Library members and officers attending the library building's 30th anniversary are from left, Mary Ann Hubertz, member; Betty Stivers, vice president; Ginger Turnbull, secretary and treasurer, Terry Edwards, member; Christy Cox, member; Norma Pruitt, member; Jasper Mayor Michael Thomas and front, Pat Dixon, president.
Library building marks 30th anniversary with patrons and 'Friends'
The Newton County Library celebrated its 30th year in its current home at 230 South Stone Street in Jasper Wednesday, Nov. 20. The public was invited to join the celebration from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and … more
Jasper schools see stars
SchoolDigger.com, an online guide for parents wanting to choose the best K-12 schools for their children, has recently awarded multiple stars in its ranking system to the Jasper and Kingston schools … more
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Bailey Taylor is the director of the Drug Free Community Grant awarded to Partners in Prevention, a community-led coalition created by the Newton County Hometown Health Initiative. It is led by a core committee representing 12 sectors of the community. Bailey is pictured attending the coalition's Nov. 14 meeting. The coalition regularly meets the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Jasper Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Anyone interested in improving the health and welfare of Newton County citizens are encouraged to attend the meetings.
Security fencing grant received
Pat Summer, Jasper School District operations director, informed the school district's board of education at its recent monthly meeting that the school district received a grant for security fencing … more
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Circuit court criminal cases adjudicated
The following is a brief compilation of criminal cases that have been adjudicated in Newton County Circuit Court during the fall session. Circuit court cases are filed by county on the Administrative … more
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Search and rescue topic for LEPC
The Newton County Local Emergency Planning Committee will take up the subject of search and rescue at its next meeting set for Monday, Dec. 9. It will be held at the Jasper Methodist Church … more
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Bethlehem comes to life in Jasper
The Bible is set to come alive in Newton County. For the third year running, Jasper First Assembly of God will present its “Walk Through Bethlehem,” an immersive experience that will … more
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ICAC agents arrest two men for CSAM
On Thursday, Nov. 21, Arkansas State Police (ASP) Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Agents with the assistance of ASP SWAT and the Grant County Sheriff’s Department, executed a … more
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Suspect identified in officer-involved shooting fatality in Malvern
MALVERN — The suspect in a fatal officer-involved shooting on Friday, Nov. 22, has been identified as Eddie Williams, 42, from Malvern. During the incident, Williams, armed with an AR-style … more
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The Newton County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual meeting on Nov. 14, at RiverWind Lodge, bringing together community leaders, local business owners, and stakeholders. The evening celebrated Newton County’s progress and set the stage for continued collaboration and success in the years to come.
Chamber members get 'gist' of state tourism objectives
PONCA — The Newton County Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting, presented by J3 at The Gap, Thursday, Nov. 14, at Buffalo Outdoor Center's RiverWind Lodge near Ponca. Delaney Thomas, … more
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Volunteers worked to separate, package and bundle relief supplied bound to help people affected by hurricanes in Georgia and North Carolina. Pictured from left filling the first truck bound for North Carolina were Janice Mann, Dottie Corbitt, Mary Ann Burnett, Tim Fitzgerald, Fred Burnett, Dan Cornwell, John Kent, Nelda Casey, Lois Cornwell and Byron Mann.
Truck loads of relief supplies ready to roll
Residents of Boone and Newton counties turned out to participate in a hurricane relief drive to help those affected by the recent hurricanes Helene and Milton. Katherine Nance, of Jasper, said with … more
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Have a fine Thanksgiving, not a Thanksgiving fine
LITTLE ROCK. — This Thanksgiving holiday, Arkansas law enforcement is teaming up with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and … more
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Christmas parade Nov. 30
The annual Kiwanis Christmas Parade through the Jasper business district is set for Saturday, Nov. 30. It all starts with the line up of floats and other participating units at 5 p.m. at Bradley … more
Governor Sanders pardons grand champion turkey ahead of Thanksgiving holiday
LITTLE ROCK — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders pardoned two turkeys, “Tom” and “Gladys,” today at an event celebrating the state’s turkey industry. The turkeys were … more
Members of North Arkansas College's Heavy Equipment Program will be contributing to repairs at the North Arkansas Regional Medical Center's employee parking lot.
Hospital partners with Boone County and college to enhance parking lot
North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is excited to announce a collaborative effort with Boone County and North Arkansas College to make substantial repairs to the Employee North Parking … more
No Community Matters meeting in November
There will not be a Community Matters meeting in November. Also a reminder - the December meeting will be held on the 3rd Thursday (instead of the 4th). That meeting date will be Dec. 19, at 10 a.m., … more
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