TRUMANN, Ark. — The City of Trumann is proud to announce its recognition as a 2025 Trendsetter City. This honor from Arkansas Business highlights cities and towns across Arkansas whose innovative initiatives for community development and economic growth inspire change and make a difference in our state. Trumann was recognized in [read more…]
RAVENDEN, Ark. — A pursuit that began in Lawrence County on Nov. 15 ended with a Tactical Vehicle Intervention (TVI), a rollover crash and the discovery of a large amount of suspected methamphetamine, according to law enforcement reports. The incident began when Ravenden Police Chief John Keding attempted to stop [read more…]
MARKED TREE — A Texas-based structural steel fabrication company has purchased 70 acres in Marked Tree with plans to develop its first Arkansas operation, according to a release from Basden Steel. The company, founded in 1985 and headquartered in Texas, closed on the property Nov. 21. The land, located just [read more…]
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host a series of drive-thru USDA food distributions in Poinsett County on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. Three locations will participate: Marked Tree Fire Station, 102 Liberty St., Marked Tree — 9–10 a.m. or until food runs out Trumann Sports Complex, 16179 Pecan Grove, [read more…]
POINSETT COUNTY, Ark. — A former Memphis Grizzlies player was arrested Wednesday after deputies reportedly found cocaine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia during a traffic stop on Interstate 555. According to the Poinsett County Sheriff’s Office, deputies stopped a silver car near Mile Marker 18 on Nov. 5. The driver [read more…]
HARRISBURG — Authorities say a suspect connected to an abduction in Missouri has been arrested after his vehicle was found abandoned earlier Tuesday in Harrisburg. Law enforcement told NEA Report that Black Patrick, of Hayti, Missouri, was taken into custody around 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in Lepanto. Earlier in the day, [read more…]
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 help meeting nutritional needs. Find yours here if we haven’t posted it yet. Information courtesy the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas. Missing something? Email us at news@neareport.com Pantries [read more…]
Griffin: ‘When individuals commit Medicaid fraud against Arkansans, we will ensure they are held accountable’ LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued the following statement announcing seven arrests made recently by his office’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit: “On October 3, Kimberly Rios, 39, of West Memphis was arrested [read more…]
TRUMANN, Ark. — The Trumann Police Department is participating in a statewide high-visibility enforcement effort October 19 through October 25, 2025, to deter distracted driving. Trumann Police Officers will work together with other officers throughout the state to enforce texting and distracted-driving laws and remind drivers: Put the Phone Away [read more…]
TRUMANN, Ark. — Authorities have put out a warning on social media about a woman who is seen on video telling children to go to a registered sex offender’s residence in Trumann. Video shows Tracy Washburn, 49, approaching two children – a five-year-old girl and an eight-year-old boy. According to [read more…]
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