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• Lyon College Gina Garrett Vice President of Advancement
  Lyon College has announced the promotion of Gina Garrett of Batesville to Vice President of Advancement, according to College President Melissa Taverner. Garrett, a 1993 graduate of Lyon College, has served the institution since 1995… The post Lyon College Gina Garrett Vice President of Advancement appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
• FBI Warns of Romance Scams Ahead of Valentine’s Day: Know the Red Flags
  With Valentine’s Day approaching, the Federal Bureau of Investigation is warning Americans to watch for online romance scams, where criminals create fake identities to build emotional relationships and then steal money or personal information. Investigators… The post FBI Warns of Romance Scams Ahead of Valentine’s Day: Know the Red Flags appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
• Southside School Trap Team Bingo Night Fundraiser Set for February 21
  The Southside School Trap Team will host a Bingo Night Fundraiser on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the Southside Middle School cafeteria, located at 70 Scott Drive in Southside. Organizers say the… The post Southside School Trap Team Bingo Night Fundraiser Set for February 21 appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
• Batesville Police Execute Internet Crimes Against Children-Related Search Warrant, No Arrests Yet
  Batesville Police Department officials have released a statement addressing social media misinformation following the execution of a court-authorized search warrant tied to a child exploitation investigation. Authorities say that on Thursday, February 12, 2026, officers… The post Batesville Police Execute Internet Crimes Against Children-Related Search Warrant, No Arrests Yet appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
• 6.03-Carat American Dream Diamond Found During Livestream Search at Arkansas State Park
  A livestreamed gem search has led to a historic discovery at Crater of Diamonds State Park, where two longtime visitors uncovered a rare 6.03-carat yellow diamond now known as the American Dream Diamond. Jack Pearadin,… The post 6.03-Carat American Dream Diamond Found During Livestream Search at Arkansas State Park appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
• Unity Health Clarity Health & Wellness of Searcy Adds Stephanie Burgess, APRN, PMHNP-BC
  Unity Health – Clarity Health & Wellness of Searcy has announced the addition of a new behavioral health provider, Stephanie Burgess, APRN, PMHNP-BC. Burgess joins the Clarity Health & Wellness team to serve patients with… The post Unity Health Clarity Health & Wellness of Searcy Adds Stephanie Burgess, APRN, PMHNP-BC appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
• Clinton Presidential Center Announces New Arkansas Educator Impact Awards, Statewide Nominations Open
  The Clinton Presidential Center has launched the new Arkansas Educator Impact Awards, recognizing outstanding K–12 educators across the state, and is now inviting public nominations through March 13, 2026. The awards honor current or retired… The post Clinton Presidential Center Announces New Arkansas Educator Impact Awards, Statewide Nominations Open appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
• Preterm Birth and Infant Mortality Intervention Programs Extended Through 2030 Under PREEMIE Act
  Federal intervention programs focused on reducing preterm birth and infant mortality through 2030 will continue under newly signed legislation backed by John Boozman of Arkansas and Michael Bennet of Colorado. The PREEMIE Reauthorization Act renews… The post Preterm Birth and Infant Mortality Intervention Programs Extended Through 2030 Under PREEMIE Act appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
• Arkansas State University-Beebe Offers Free Precision Agriculture Courses
  Arkansas State University-Beebe and its Office of Workforce and Community Development are offering free precision agriculture courses through the ASU-Beebe Center for Precision Agriculture, with upcoming classes focused on geographic information systems and drone technology.… The post Arkansas State University-Beebe Offers Free Precision Agriculture Courses appeared first on Arkansas Radio.
• John 3:16 Ministries Valentine’s Day Strawberry Fundraiser Set at Multiple Arkansas Walmart Locations
  John 3:16 Ministries is hosting a Valentine’s Day fundraiser featuring chocolate-covered and cheesecake-filled strawberries, along with chocolate-covered Oreos, at several Arkansas Walmart locations February 13th and 14th. Supporters can purchase a half dozen strawberries for… The post John 3:16 Ministries Valentine’s Day Strawberry Fundraiser Set at Multiple Arkansas Walmart Locations appeared first on Arkansas Radio.