DeWitt Dragons Capture 3A-4 Regional Championship
The Dragons ended a 30+ year drought, claiming the regional title and earning the state's No. 1 seed under Head Coach Caleb Campbell.
Arkansas County Sheriff's Report: March 2026 Bookings
Multiple arrests in Arkansas County including drug possession, escape charges, cruelty to animals, and probation violations with bonds ranging up to $25,000.
Whitney Mora Named Stone Bank Branch Manager at DeWitt, Gillett
Stone Bank appoints Whitney Mora to lead the DeWitt and Gillett branch operations, continuing the bank's investment in local community leadership.
Farm Safety Day Draws Community to GPC
Local farmers and families gathered at Grand Prairie Center for safety demonstrations, equipment showcases, and 4-H youth involvement in agricultural education.
Crime
Homicide Suspect Arrested During Arkansas Traffic Stop
A routine traffic stop on Highway 65 near DeWitt led to the arrest of a man wanted for murder in Kansas, found armed with a loaded firearm and narcotics.
Political
Arkansas Becomes First State to Sever Ties with PBS
The Arkansas PBS Commission voted to disaffiliate from PBS effective July 1, 2026, making Arkansas the first state in the nation to leave the public broadcasting network.
Local
Governor Sanders Visits Stuttgart for Regional Event
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders made a stop in nearby Stuttgart at the Wilkerson Hanger, Stuttgart Airport, meeting with local leaders and community members from across Arkansas County.
Business
Stone Bank Expands SBA Division, Named Best Workplace Third Year
DeWitt-headquartered Stone Bank continues its growth with an expanded SBA lending team and earns its third consecutive "Best Places to Work in Arkansas" recognition.
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