The patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Chuch has suspended a priest who participated in services for the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Dmitry Safronov took part in Navalny's funeral as well … more

Tech giant Cisco Systems has joined Microsoft and IBM in signing onto a Vatican-sponsored pledge to ensure artificial intelligence is developed and used ethically. The Cisco Systems chief executive … more

If you’ve ever spotted cars with chameleon, chrome-like finishes, patterns such as stripes and camouflage, or just an off-beat pink or lime green, you’ve likely seen a vinyl wrap. Wraps are a … more

Germany said that it plans to follow several other countries in resuming cooperation with the U.N. relief agency for Palestinians in Gaza after the publication of an independent review of its … more

The hugely popular Chinese app TikTok may be forced out of the U.S., where a measure to outlaw the video-sharing app has won congressional approval and is on its way to President Biden for his … more

Foreign automakers have been caught flat-footed in China by an electric vehicle boom that has shaken up the market over the last three years. That has left manufacturers like Volkswagen scrambling to … more

A top Russian military official arrested on suspicion of accepting a bribe has been sent to pre-trial detention after appearing before a court in central Moscow. Timur Ivanov, 48, is one of … more

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Note: The tragic incident related here took place in Newton County on January 2, 1953. The Boone County jail in Harrison housed the suspect for a short time, and much of the investigation was also done in Harrison, led by Deputy Prosecutor Joe Villines. Information for this story was obtained from The Harrison Daily Times, The Arkansas Gazette, and the Springfield News Leader dated January 3-7 of 1953. Part One of the story appeared in the Wednesday, April 17 issue of the Times. more

LOWELL — A lawsuit claiming J.B. Hunt discriminated against a former employee was transferred from Washington County to U.S. District Court in Fayetteville on April 15. more

Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. more

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) began a new fiscal year on April 1 and the hospital's board of directors saw a general increase in business activities during a year-end summary of financial and statistical reports at its regular meeting held last Tuesday afternoon, April 23. more

Community leaders and individuals are encouraged to participate in the National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 2, at 6 p.m. in the Signature Bank Community Room at 303 N. Main Street. more

There were 13 fatalities on Arkansas roads and highways last week, bringing the total to 143 vehicle-related deaths so far for 2024. more

Bass Pro has laid off a total of 176 employees at three boat manufacturing facilities in the area. The company laid off 85 employees at the Tracker Marine manufacturing plant in Lebanon, Bolivar and Flippin, Arkansas more

ASP’s Criminal Investigation Division investigated an officer-involved shooting fatality that occurred Friday, March 1, 2024, in Eureka Springs. They presented their findings to the Prosecuting Attorney. more

A new program with North Arkansas College has great potential to help people in our community by tutoring low-literacy students prepare for the GED test. The program is seeking tutors — those who have some experience or related experience and an interest in teaching. At the tutor’s convenience, the tutor will meet with the student for 1-2 hours weekly at the college. NorthArk hours are Monday – Thursday 8 a.m.—5 p.m. more

Like many little girls, a young Kristi Yamaguchi loved playing with Barbie. So, it’s surreal for the decorated Olympian figure skater to now be a Barbie girl herself. Mattel announced Wednesday … more

For a third straight week, Democrats at the Arizona Legislature are attempting to repeal the state’s near-total ban on abortions after a court concluded the state can enforce the long-dormant law … more