Arkansas chemical plant where acid spill occurred operated without a permit, state regulators sayAs authorities from Arkansas, Oklahoma and the federal government deal with the aftermath of the acid spill, elected officials are demanding answers on how the chemical manufacturing plant could have operated with such little oversight. Aug 19 26August 19, 2026Article at arkansasadvocate.com
Tontitown residents say the Eco-Vista Landfill is making them sick Tontitown residents suspect air pollution and toxic trash juice leaching from a Northwest Arkansas landfill are behind their health problems. Mar 23 26March 23, 2026Article at arktimes.com
Tontitown residents head to court over noxious landfill fumesTontitown residents say their town stinks, and some worry the source of the stench is also the source of their health problems. Mar 11 26March 11, 2026Article at arktimes.com
Meet the Bentonville Woman Running for Arkansas GovernorSupha Xayprasith-Mays may be running for Arkansas governor, but she’s not a politician; she’s a “peopletician.” At least that’s how the Bentonville entrepreneur and Democratic party gubernatorial candidate describes herself. Feb 20 26February 20, 2026Article at bentonvillebulletin.com
Tyson accepts tax break in region it claims is inhospitable to businessA tax write-off and Tyson’s simultaneous decision to withdraw from local contracts shows the balancing act the nation’s largest processed chicken manufacturer is performing as it fights a costly environmental lawsuit. Jan 09 26January 09, 2026Article at arkansasadvocate.com
Bentonville Is a Growing Hub for ... DJs?An unexpected yet vibrant DJ culture has popped off in Bentonville. Nov 15 25November 15, 2025Article at bentonvillebulletin.com
Human changes to environment could be behind recent fatal bear attacksLeading conservation biologists say recent bear attacks in the Ozarks are likely related to widespread human changes that have created ecological disruption. Oct 17 25October 17, 2025Article at arkansasadvocate.com
Judge delays decision in lawsuit affecting Arkansas direct democracyA federal judge delayed ruling Tuesday in a case challenging new state laws that plaintiffs argue violate the First Amendment and hinder their ability to collect signatures for citizen-initiated ballot measures. Oct 01 25October 01, 2025Article at arkansasadvocate.com
Duke study casts doubt on effectiveness of ShotSpotter in FayettevilleThird-party evaluation of ShotSpotter in Fayetteville found less than a quarter of alerts were linked to confirmed gunfire Aug 29 25August 29, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
As crime continues to decrease in Fayetteville, homicides and juvenile crime are the exceptionCrime has continued to decrease in Fayetteville, following a steady decline in incidents reported over the past three years, according to police. But the number of homicides in January through June this year more than doubled compared to the same… Aug 27 25August 27, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
Fayetteville City Council approves rezoning for 7-Eleven in College Lakes neighborhoodCity leaders approve rezoning necessary for gas station to be built in College Lakes neighborhood, upsetting residents Aug 26 25August 26, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
Meet the three first-time candidates vying for this Fayetteville City Council seatNewcomers are competing in the race to represent west Fayetteville district following incumbents bid for mayor Aug 25 25August 25, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
As country sees unprecedented flooding, Cumberland County takes steps to boost emergency alert systemIn status update to county commissioners, emergency management staff share flood preparedness strategies, including storm gauges Aug 21 25August 21, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
Weeks after opening Fayetteville taproom, Southern Pines Brewing Co. beset by legal challengesThe Traveler is now open in downtown Fayetteville. Alleged unpaid loans have led to a foreclosure notice on the property. Aug 18 25August 18, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
Economic development growing in Cumberland County as companies choose Fayetteville for operationsFayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation says county has seen major industry growth over past year Aug 18 25August 18, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
PFAS in groundwater around Fort Bragg remain high as new legislation aims to stop pollution from military basesBills introduced in Congress would force the Department of Defense to stop releasing “forever chemicals” into surrounding areas Aug 14 25August 14, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
College Lakes neighborhood successful in latest battle over 7-Eleven constructionFayetteville City Council opts to hold additional public hearing on the proposed 7-Eleven within the College Lakes subdivision Aug 12 25August 12, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
Local emergency management funding being withheld by FEMACumberland County has not received federal funds for emergency management previously awarded annually by FEMA Aug 06 25August 06, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
Fayetteville City Council considers new loitering ordinanceFayetteville City Council considering loitering ordinance, intended to address downtown parking deck incidents Aug 05 25August 05, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com
Fayetteville group plans silent Saturday protest against federal governmentSaturday protest in downtown Fayetteville aims to raise awareness about ICE raids, significant government funding cuts Aug 01 25August 01, 2025Article at cityviewnc.com