Lawrence County
Food Banks in Lawrence County
With the pending disruption to SNAP and WIC benefits, we wanted to remind readers that there are options in the area for those who need…
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Lawrence County
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Three Arrested for Guns, Drugs, and Maintaining Premises Near Drug-Free Zone in Imboden
IMBODEN, Ark. — Three people were arrested after authorities found guns and drugs at a house in Imboden, according to a probable cause affidavit heard…
Lawrence County
Ramsons Construction Helps Send Williams Baptist University Students to Sundance Film Festival
JONESBORO, AR (October 15, 2025) — Ramsons Construction, through its Ramsons Arts Partnership, is helping make dreams come true for a group of Williams Baptist…
Lawrence County
Lawrence County Criminal Who Raped Child On Video Gets 35 Years in Prison
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ark. — A convicted child rapist received a 35-year prison sentence this week in Lawrence County after a negotiated plea. Brandon Allen Leonard,…
Lawrence County
WBU Board Elects New Officers, Welcomes Freshman Enrollment Growth
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. – The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University elected new officers for the upcoming year at its regularly scheduled board meeting…
Lawrence County
Jackson Farm Opens This Weekend: Over 45 Activities for Families, Couples, Church Groups & More
BLACK ROCK, Ark. — The gates open this weekend at Jackson Farm for the 2025 Fall Festival season. Located between the historic Lawrence County towns…
Lawrence County
Beatles at the Ridge Festival is Saturday, Sept. 20
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark.— Downtown Walnut Ridge will spring to life on Saturday, Sept. 20, for the annual Beatles at the Ridge music festival. Thousands of…
Lawrence County
Ward Named Executive Director of LawCo Chamber
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. – Terrence Ward’s “interim” tag didn’t last long at the Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce. Ward, who was named the LawCo Chamber’s…
Lawrence County
Provost Named VP for Academic Affairs at WBU
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — A Williams Baptist University alumna with more than two decades of experience on the school’s faculty has been named Vice President…
Lawrence County
Walnut Ridge Man Accused of Felony Sexual Indecency With a Child
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — A Walnut Ridge man is accused of felony sexual indecency with a child in Lawrence County, according to an arrest warrant…
