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Forbes.com ranks Lyon as one of ‘America’s Best’
Lyon College has been ranked as one of “America’s Best Colleges” in 2012 by Forbes.com, according to a news release. Forbes.com, in conjunction with the Center for College Affordability & Productivity (CCAP), has released its 2012 rankings, with Lyon College ranked 370th out of 650 …
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Filings continue
Two more candidates have filed for municipal offices, according to information from the county clerk offices in Independence and Izard counties as of 9 this morning. In Independence County, incumbent Brian Pool has refiled for an at-large position on the Moorefield City Council while in …
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Burn ban reinstated in Sharp
ASH FLAT — Due to the return of hot and windy conditions, the burn ban for Sharp County was reactivated Friday and will remain in effect until further notice, said County Judge Larry Brown.
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Newport man accused of leaving baby in car
Father to appear in court today NEWPORT — A Newport man was scheduled to appear in Jackson County District Court today after his 16-month-old daughter died after being left in a hot car on Friday. Officers with the Newport police, fire and emergency departments were …
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Sakura, U.S. Pizza to bump city coffers
Quorum court to enact alcohol tax U.S. Pizza has been annexed into the Batesville city limits and should be collecting alcohol taxes by Aug. 10, city officials said. The council approved the annexation at its July 10 meeting, and the action takes effect 30 days …
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SWAT called for man holed up in building
SWAT was called out after a fight between a man with a gun and his wife took a turn for the worse Friday night when he reportedly hit her with the gun and locked himself in a shop building. Independence County Deputy Gary Franks said …
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Changes made to financial aid
The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville announces changes in financial aid for the upcoming semester to help students have a smooth transition with the financial aid process, according to a news release. Director of financial aid Kristen Cross said new and returning students …
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Inmate death under investigation
Authorities have released the identity of an Independence County jail inmate who died at White River Medical Center early Thursday morning. Independence County Sheriff Steve Jeffery identified the man as Roshiek Wren, 27, of Oak Ridge Boys Lane, Batesville. At approximately 4 a.m., sheriff’s deputies …
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AHPP gathers input for preservation plan
In 2005, Fellowship Bible Church decided to tear down the metal façade on its front. Little did church members know it would become the inspiration for a statewide grant program. The success of the Fellowship Bible Church project was the inspiration for the Slip Cover …
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Revenge-driven man arrested with shotgun
Armed with a shotgun and a box of shells, a revenge-minded Southside man was arrested at a Jones Drive residence early this morning for public intoxication and carrying a weapon. Roger Dale Holder, 19, was arrested at 179 Jones Drive after he reportedly went to …
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UW kicks off campaign
The Independence County chapter of United Way kicked off its 2012-13 campaign during Monday’s noon meeting of the Batesville Rotary Club held at Josie’s. The theme is “Live United.” United Way Director Vonda Oberbeck, who is also a Rotarian, spoke of her close working relationship …
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Searcy man reported missing
SEARCY — A Searcy man last seen Sunday has been reported missing by his wife, according to the Searcy Police Department. Melissa McMahan, who has ties to the Batesville area, reported her husband, Randall McMahan, 37, missing Wednesday after he was last seen at midnight …
