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A documentary titled “Colbert, All Students Can Learn” will screen at the Bentonville Film Festival, showcasing the legacy of John L. Colbert, Fayetteville’s first African American superintendent. Filmmaker Mike Day aimed to honor Colbert's nearly fifty years of service in education, with the film featuring interviews and personal stories.
Jamie Waterman received a sentence of 6 years and 3 months for his role as an accessory in the kidnapping of Ashley Bush, which resulted in her death. His wife, Amber Waterman, faces two life sentences for her direct involvement and is currently undergoing a mental competency evaluation.
Fayetteville police cleared a homeless encampment, forcing residents into isolation and disrupting their support networks. Advocacy groups report ongoing efforts to assist those displaced, highlighting the lack of meaningful change from city leaders regarding homelessness.
Local lawmakers and veterans in Arkansas reflect on their experiences as the U.S. Army approaches its 250th anniversary. State Rep. Stetson Painter and retired lieutenant colonels Joe Dunn and Michael Thompson emphasize the Army's role in uniting people across divisions. They highlight the significance of service and the enduring legacy of American soldiers.
Hogs fans in Omaha for the College World Series can enjoy a fan fest at Charles Schwab Field, featuring live music and team-themed activities. The Razorbacks will face LSU on June 14, marking the program's 12th appearance in the series. Shuttle services will facilitate travel for the expected 140,000 visitors.
A Benton County mother, Sophy Vega, seeks to bring her husband Juan Martinez home after he was detained during a routine immigration appointment in April. Martinez, who has lived in the U.S. for over a decade, now faces deportation to Honduras due to an old deportation order he was unaware of. Vega, pregnant and caring for their three children, struggles to maintain her family's well-being without his support.
A shooting at the Garden Walk Apartments in Heavener, Oklahoma, resulted in the death of 20-year-old Dylan McGee early Wednesday morning. A 21-year-old woman sustained injuries but is recovering in the hospital. Authorities have not disclosed details about the incident or any suspects.
Razorback fans are rapidly purchasing College World Series gear as the team prepares for Omaha. Owner Robert Mann of the Stadium Shoppe reports over 200 mail orders and a surge in in-store traffic since Sunday. Fans express high hopes for the team's championship potential.
A 15-year-old girl died after a pack of 30 to 40 dogs attacked her in Saline County, Arkansas, while she was feeding malnourished dogs. Neighbors reported previous concerns about the dogs but received no action from county officials.
A 12-year-old boy from Huntsville faces felony charges for threatening a Prairie Grove middle school on Snapchat. Police arrested him after he stated he would "shoot it down," but confirmed he did not possess a firearm. The boy was taken to juvenile detention and later released to his parents.