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Hammer leads Norris in secretary of state runoff
Politics & Government Sentinel Record

Hammer leads Norris in secretary of state runoff

State Sen. Kim Hammer, R-District 16, of Benton, led Bryan Norris of Batesville by fewer than 1,000 votes after polls closed in Tuesday's runoff for the Republican nomination for secretary of state, …

Apr 5, 2026
Local examiner urges collaboration, child-focused approach in school choice debate
Education Sentinel Record

Local examiner urges collaboration, child-focused approach in school choice debate

As Arkansas expands access to its Education Freedom Account program, one Garland County specialist said the conversation around school choice should move away from politics and toward a more collabor…

Apr 5, 2026
Northwoods/Cedar Glades Trails named top system in state for 6th time
Politics & Government Sentinel Record

Northwoods/Cedar Glades Trails named top system in state for 6th time

One of Arkansas' trail systems has been named by voters as the best in all but one of the seven years Arkansas Outdoors Magazine has been conducting its annual "Arkansas Mountain Bike March Madness" …

Apr 5, 2026
Retired veterinarian’s art featured at Blue Donut Gallery during Gallery Walk
Entertainment Sentinel Record

Retired veterinarian’s art featured at Blue Donut Gallery during Gallery Walk

The works of artist and retired veterinarian Dr. Gigi Gaulin will be exhibited at the Blue Donut Gallery, 430 Valley St., beginning with April's Gallery Walk today.

Apr 5, 2026
Traffic stop leads to arrest of two, brief manhunt for fleeing suspect
Crime & Public Safety Sentinel Record

Traffic stop leads to arrest of two, brief manhunt for fleeing suspect

A cracked windshield and suspicious activity led to the arrest of two suspects Tuesday morning following a traffic stop where drugs were allegedly found and a brief manhunt for one suspect who fled o…

Apr 5, 2026
Eat Hot Springs: Mamoo’s Creamery owner talks ice cream, enchiladas
Weather Sentinel Record

Eat Hot Springs: Mamoo’s Creamery owner talks ice cream, enchiladas

Mamoo's Creamery, located within the Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa's basement at 239 Central Ave., serves house-made ice cream to a mix of local and visiting customers.

Apr 5, 2026
Fired employee allegedly armed with 2 guns arrested after fight with police
Crime & Public Safety Sentinel Record

Fired employee allegedly armed with 2 guns arrested after fight with police

An employee of a local business, reportedly refusing to leave Tuesday after being terminated, allegedly fought with Hot Springs police who responded and was found to be armed with two firearms.

Apr 5, 2026
Arkansas authorities arrest man after pursuit, facing murder charges
Crime & Public Safety MSN

Arkansas authorities arrest man after pursuit, facing murder charges

Arkansas authorities arrest man after pursuit, facing murder charges MSN

Apr 5, 2026
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Politics & Government The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Evelyn Carole Summers McCune

Evelyn Carole Summers McCune The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Apr 5, 2026
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Crime & Public Safety KATV

Fired employee held after refusing to leave job in Hot Springs, leading to assault charge

Fired employee held after refusing to leave job in Hot Springs, leading to assault charge KATV

Apr 4, 2026
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Politics & Government MSN

Hot Springs biking trails voted best in Arkansas for the sixth time

Hot Springs biking trails voted best in Arkansas for the sixth time MSN

Apr 4, 2026
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Local News WorldAtlas

8 Safest Towns In The Southern United States For Senior Living

8 Safest Towns In The Southern United States For Senior Living WorldAtlas

Apr 4, 2026
Garvan Woodland Gardens celebrates retirement of its last original staff member
Community Sentinel Record

Garvan Woodland Gardens celebrates retirement of its last original staff member

Garvan Woodland Gardens hosted a retirement celebration on Tuesday for Jack Culpepper, a tradesman who helped build much of the garden's features since its inception.

Apr 4, 2026
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Tourism Hot Springs Sentinel Record

WATCH | Arkansas Cherry Blossom Festival gets underway today

WATCH | Arkansas Cherry Blossom Festival gets underway today Hot Springs Sentinel Record

Apr 4, 2026
WATCH | Dr. Jack Sternberg, Terry Wallace inducted into Arkansas Walk of Fame
Local News Sentinel Record

WATCH | Dr. Jack Sternberg, Terry Wallace inducted into Arkansas Walk of Fame

Two Hot Springs transplants were honored Tuesday morning at The Legendary Vapors as Dr. Jack Sternberg and Terry Wallace were inducted into the Arkansas Walk of Fame.

Apr 4, 2026
Police log
Crime & Public Safety Sentinel Record

Police log

MARCH 31 Brenoon Ty Matthews reported a theft of a red Apple iPhone 11 at Garland County District Court, 607 Ouachita Ave.

Apr 4, 2026
Our Blood Institute launches Route 66-themed blood drive campaign
Health Sentinel Record

Our Blood Institute launches Route 66-themed blood drive campaign

Our Blood Institute is kicking off its April and May donor campaign, inviting the community to "make a stop along the iconic Route 66 and help fuel the journey for patients in local hospitals," a new…

Apr 4, 2026
Hot Springs man arrested after allegedly cutting pregnant girlfriend’s neck
Crime & Public Safety Sentinel Record

Hot Springs man arrested after allegedly cutting pregnant girlfriend’s neck

A local man who allegedly cut his girlfriend's throat during an altercation between them Tuesday was arrested on felony battery and assault charges.

Apr 4, 2026
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Weather Legacy

Betty Jean Price Obituary (2026) - Oxford, MS - Coleman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Oxford

Betty Jean Price Obituary (2026) - Oxford, MS - Coleman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Oxford Legacy

Apr 4, 2026
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Local News Realtor.com

20 Charca Way, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909

20 Charca Way, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Realtor.com

Apr 3, 2026

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