Lawrence County
Walnut Ridge Police Arrest Woman on Bestiality Charge
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — A suspect was arrested Thursday, March 5, 2026, after Walnut Ridge police investigated a report alleging sexual contact involving an animal,…
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Lawrence County
WBU & BRTC Sign Workforce Development Pact
(WALNUT RIDGE, Ark.) – Two higher education institutions in northeast Arkansas are joining forces to help prepare the region’s workforce. Black River Technical College and…
Lawrence County
Lawrence County to Host 2026 Ag Appreciation Expo Friday at Clover Bend
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — The Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce will host the 2026 Ag Appreciation Expo on Friday from 8 a.m. to noon at…
Lawrence County
Blues Artist to Perform at WBU
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — In celebration of Black History Month, Williams Baptist University will host blues artist Little Willie Farmer in concert on Friday, February…
Lawrence County
WBU to Host Wirzba Lecture Feb. 5
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — The Williams Baptist University Lecture-Concert Series will feature a presentation by Dr. Norman Wirzba on Thursday, Feb. 5. Wirzba’s lecture will…
Lawrence County
WBU Launching 3-Year Bachelor’s in Agribusiness
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — Williams Baptist University has announced the launch of a new bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness that students can complete in three years.…
Lawrence County
WBU Receives First National Bank of Commerce Gift
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — The Williams Works program at Williams Baptist University is the beneficiary of a gift from First National Bank of Commerce. Paula…
Lawrence County
Fresh Ideas Serves Up $150K Boost for Future Wellness Center at Williams
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — Williams Baptist University is one step closer to a major campus upgrade thanks to a $150,000 gift from food service provider…
Craighead County
Texas Man Arrested After Alleged Road Rage in Walnut Ridge
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — A Texas defendant was arrested following an alleged hit-and-run crash that caused significant damage to a utility truck earlier this week,…
Lawrence County
WBU Awards Service Pins
(WALNUT RIDGE, Ark.) – Williams Baptist University has recognized several employees who have reached milestones of service at the university. Service pins were presented during…
