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Southern Arkansas Rides High with Decisive 11-2 Victory Over Washburn at Dugan Invitational

HOT SPRINGS, Ark. — Southern Arkansas University’s baseball team sealed a convincing 11-2 victory over Washburn University during the closing match of the 2025 Dugan Invitational held at Majestic Park on Sunday. This win improved the Muleriders’ season record to 3-1. In an exhilarating performance marked by strategic plays and strong batting, the Muleriders quickly overcame an initial 1-0 deficit in the second inning. Josh Phillips notably turned the game in their favor with a …

Arkansas Faces Urgent Calls to Enhance Postpartum Care and Medicaid Coverage for New Mothers

Little Rock, Arkansas – Amid heightened scrutiny of maternal health care, Arkansas emerges as a significant anomaly by not extending Medicaid coverage for postpartum women beyond 60 days after childbirth, the minimum duration mandated by federal law. This policy decision stands even as maternal health advocates call for extended support during the crucial postpartum period. Recent data indicates that after experiencing critical behavioral health issues, postpartum mothers in Arkansas have notably lower rates of follow-up …

Arkansas Man Sentenced to 24 Years for Knife Attack on Liquor Store Employee in Kansas

Shawnee, Kansas – A 35-year-old Arkansas man has been sentenced to nearly 24 years in prison for his involvement in a brutal stabbing incident in a Kansas liquor store. The sentencing by Johnson County Judge Thomas M. Sutherland marked a critical juncture in a case that has gripped the community since the attack occurred last year. Amanjit Singh, who faced charges of attempted first-degree murder, entered a no contest plea in September. The incident, which …

Arkansas Man Pleads No Contest to Attempted First Degree Murder in Shawnee Liquor Store Stabbing

Shawnee, KS — A 35-year-old Arkansas man has pleaded no contest to attempted first-degree murder following a brutal attack on a liquor store employee in Shawnee, Kansas. The incident, which occurred last June, raised serious concerns about safety in local businesses. Amanjit Singh entered the plea last week, according to the Johnson County District Attorney’s office, acknowledging his role in the violent episode without contesting the charges. The attack happened at Stonebridge Liquors located at …

Tragic Explosion at Arkansas Pyrotechnics Plant Claims One Life, Injures Several

Hampton, AR — Tragedy struck at a pyrotechnics manufacturing facility near Hampton, Arkansas, where an explosion early Wednesday morning resulted in the death of one employee and left several others injured. Authorities are currently investigating the incident, which has raised concerns about safety protocols at the site. The explosion occurred around 9 a.m. at the plant, which specializes in the production of fireworks and other pyrotechnic devices. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene, …

Tragic Explosion at Arkansas Defense Plant Claims One Life, Injures Two Others

CAMDEN, Ark. — Tragedy struck at a defense weapons factory in Camden, Arkansas, where an explosion claimed the life of one employee and injured two others, officials confirmed on Thursday. The incident occurred on Wednesday at the Camden facility of General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, located roughly 86 miles south of Little Rock. Following the explosion, one worker was initially reported missing before being confirmed deceased. Company officials stated that one of the injured …

Explosion at Arkansas Defense Plant Injures Two, Leaves One Missing

CAMDEN, Ark. — An explosion at a defense weapons manufacturing facility in Camden, Arkansas, resulted in the injury of two employees and left another unaccounted for, according to statements from the plant’s operator. General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, which runs the plant located approximately 86 miles south of Little Rock, the state capital, termed the event as a significant incident initially involving pyrotechnics. The incident occurred on Wednesday, prompting a swift response from emergency …

Explosion at General Dynamics Facility in Arkansas Leaves Two Injured, One Missing

CALHOUN COUNTY, Ark. — A devastating explosion at the General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems facility just east of Camden on Wednesday morning resulted in two injuries and left one worker missing, unsettling the local community. The plant is known for producing and storing various military munitions. Calhoun County Judge Floyd Nutt expressed his concern about the incident, indicating that despite adherence to safety protocols, something went drastically wrong. The explosion added to a series …

Heroic Nurse Sacrifices Life While Aiding Victim in Arkansas Grocery Store Shooting

Fordyce, AR — In a tragic turn of events at a local grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas, a young nurse, Callie Weems, 23, was fatally shot while attempting to provide medical assistance during a mass shooting. The incident occurred on the morning of June 21, transforming a routine day into a scene of chaos and heroism. Colonel Mike Hagar of the Arkansas State Police addressed the media, reflecting on the event with a heavy heart. …

Arkansas Tragedy: Random Grocery Store Shooting Claims Four Lives, Injures Nine

Fordyce, AR — Four individuals lost their lives and nine others were wounded in a brutal and seemingly erratic shooting at a local grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas, on Friday. The incident, as described by law enforcement officials, unfolded just before noon and has shaken this small community of about 3,700 residents, located 60 miles south of Little Rock. According to Arkansas State Police Director Mike Hagar, the assailant appeared to target victims randomly, making …