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Lyon College invites local businesses to participate in annual Community Fair

Lyon College is calling on local businesses and organizations to take part in its upcoming SCOT Week Community Fair, scheduled for Monday, Aug. 18, ...

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Two years in the making: Independence County Senior Center opens

From Independence County Judge Kevin Jeffery — The $3.5 million Independence County Senior Citizens Center had its grand opening this week. Our area seniors ...

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Back-to-school vaccine clinic announced for July 29

Just in time for the new school year, the Independence County Health Unit is hosting a free back-to-school vaccination clinic on Tuesday, July 29, ...

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K-9 alerts officers to over 1,200 grams of suspected meth

A tip about a damaged black Mustang led to the seizure of more than 1,200 grams of suspected methamphetamine and two arrests in Cave ...

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Lyon College earns NCAA Division III active membership

Lyon College student-athletes will be eligible to compete for national championships starting next year after the NCAA Division III Membership Committee approved the school’s ...

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Classes underway at Arkansas’ first dental school

After years of preparation, the state’s first dental school welcomed its inaugural group of students to its Little Rock campus this month. Classes started ...

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Bill Davis sells trucking business, reflects on legacy

After a half century in the trucking business, Bill Davis says it’s time to shift gears and slow down. He’s handing the keys to ...

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Traffic stop leads to pursuit and two arrests

A routine traffic stop for no insurance led to a high-speed chase and two arrests in Independence County earlier this month. According to the ...

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Lyon College professor and students collaborate on migraine study

New research co-led by a Lyon College professor is shedding light on how migraines affect brain activity and automatic body functions. The study could ...

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