Local residents have seen the big green street sign that says “Jesse Thompson Parkway,” and they want to know who he is, and why a new street off Highway 229 is named after him. In January 2026, seven months before Buc-ee’s would hold their grand opening on 229 and I-30, I asked the Arkansas Department […]
Multi-agency search launched in Alexander after juvenile stumbles near railroad tracks
A massive multi-agency search was initiated late yesterday afternoon in Alexander after a juvenile was seen stumbling across railroad tracks shortly after a passing train. More than 40 first responders utilized drones, helicopters, and K-9 units in a coordinated effort to locate the individual, though no one was ultimately found. Read more below. The incident […]
National debate erupts after Arkansas police chase and TVI ends in crash injuring two innocents
A high-speed Arkansas State Police pursuit that ended in a devastating crash has sparked national debate after being featured on ABC News. The incident, which reached speeds of up to 130 mph before a trooper executed a Tactical Vehicle Intervention (TVI), left two innocent bystanders seriously injured and ignited fierce online discussions over the safety […]
Starting Monday Shannon Hills to detour traffic during Carrington Drive rebuild
The City of Shannon Hills will begin a major road reconstruction project on Carrington Drive starting Monday, Aug. 17, 2026. Read more below. The long-awaited project, which requires a significant traffic detour for residents leaving the area, is expected to take seven days to complete, as crews remove and rebuild the roadway. According to Shannon […]
Bryant Planning Commission to Subdivision Changes, Construction, and Other Matters August 10th
The Bryant Planning Commission will host their regular meeting on Monday, August 10th, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Boswell Municipal Complex located at 210 SW 3rd Street in Bryant. Meetings are open to the public and Bryant residents are encouraged to attend. Bryant Planning Commission Meeting Boswell Municipal […]
Bryant to vote on police hiring grant, property taxes and stormwater safety rules – Meeting July 28
The Bryant City Council will meet Tuesday, July 28, with a packed agenda, including real and personal property tax, a grant to hire four new police officers, and safety for stormwater ponds. Read more below. The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at the Boswell Municipal Complex. The address is 210 SW 3rd Street, Bryant, […]
Bryant agenda July 20th includes possible Spanish-only town hall
The Bryant Community Engagement Committee is preparing for a busy second half of the year, with discussions scheduled for upcoming city festivals, a proposed Spanish-language town hall, and the Bryant Leap Forward initiative. The committee will meet to finalize these plans on July 20, 2026, at the Boswell Municipal Complex. Read more below. The meeting […]
Bryant Planning Commission to Discuss Midtown, Fireworks and Other Matters July 13th
The Bryant Planning Commission will host their regular meeting on Monday, July 13th, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Boswell Municipal Complex located at 210 SW 3rd Street in Bryant. Meetings are open to the public and Bryant residents are encouraged to attend. Bryant Planning Commission Meeting Boswell Municipal […]
ARDOT to close ramps on Exits 111 and 114 from July 8-11
Work on Interstate 30 (I-30) in Saline County requires temporary closures of two ramps on I-30 eastbound from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. nightly starting Wednesday night, July 8, through Saturday morning, July 11. Read more below. Weather permitting, crews will close the ramps at the following times: 9 p.m. Wed, Jul 8 – 6 […]
ARDOT central office to reopen July 8 following asbestos closure and cleanup
UPDATE: JULY 7, 2026 ORIGINAL: JULY 6, 2026 The Arkansas Department of Transportation’s (ARDOT) Central Office Tower is expected to reopen on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, following a temporary closure triggered by elevated asbestos levels. Officials confirmed the building is safe for employees to return after comprehensive cleaning and recent air quality tests showed asbestos […]
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