Sheriff strengthens security at Independence County Fair after threat
As the Independence County Fair began this week, authorities were forced to heighten security over a reported threat. Below is the full press release from […]
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Two drug dealers sentenced to life for murder of federal witness
LITTLE ROCK—Two drug dealers will spend the remainder of their lives in prison after conspiring to cause witness tampering resulting in death. Samuel “Big Hit” […]
Independence County deputy killed in vehicle accident
Law enforcement in NEA were mourning the loss of one of their own Thursday morning. Patrol Deputy Frank Ramirez #121 was killed in the line […]
Two drug dealers convicted of conspiring to murder federal witness
LITTLE ROCK—After almost two weeks of trial, a federal jury has found two drug dealers guilty of their involvement in conspiracy that resulted in the […]
NYITCOM To Hold Free COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic In Batesville
JONESBORO, AR – NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University will hold a free COVID-19 vaccine clinic in Batesville on Tuesday, April 13. The event will […]
Man arrested in hit and run death of Independence County woman
A state trooper investigating the death suspects Ms. Brooks was moving a trash receptacle from the edge of the highway near her home when she was struck by a vehicle that fled from the scen
Swifton man dies in Independence County accident
A young life tragically ended early Saturday in Independence County.
Independence County sheriff’s deputy suspended without pay over actions in controversial video
The deputy seen in a tense video posted early Monday will keep his job but be required to go through additional training, a statement from the sheriff’s office said Friday.
Newport man killed in wreck Monday in Independence County
A traffic accident claimed a young man’s life Monday afternoon in Independence County.
Inmate back in custody after escape from work detail
Matthew Thomas was arrested Friday after he was last seen Wednesday morning.