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At least 6 killed in Halloween weekend shootings
Around townMass shootings across the United States over Halloween weekend killed at least six people and injured dozens more.
Garland County Arkansas DeskNov 3, 2026
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Pearcy sex offender arrested after alleged check violation
Police, fire and courtsThe Garland County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Pearcy sex offender during checks over an alleged failure to comply.
Garland County Arkansas DeskNov 2, 2026
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Prosecutor drops charges after traffic-stop concerns
Police, fire and courtsCharges against a former Hot Springs public defender were dropped after the prosecutor cited serious concerns about the traffic stop.
Garland County Arkansas DeskOct 26, 2026
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Garland County sheriff candidates outline four-year goals
Police, fire and courtsCandidates for Garland County sheriff have listed goals they would pursue during a four-year term if elected.
Garland County Arkansas DeskOct 17, 2026
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Drug task force reports more than 50 arrests in Garland County area
Around townA Drug Task Force operation in the Garland County area produced more than 50 arrests and seizures of methamphetamine and cocaine by the pound.
Garland County Arkansas DeskOct 16, 2026
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Superintendent’s husband faces 100 new child pornography charges
SchoolsThe husband of a former Hot Springs school superintendent is facing 100 new charges in a child pornography case.
Garland County Arkansas DeskOct 6, 2026
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Husband of former Hot Springs superintendent charged
SchoolsThe husband of a former Hot Springs School District superintendent faces 100 counts involving possession of child sexual abuse material.
Garland County Arkansas DeskOct 6, 2026
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Sydni Davey earns honorable mention for Cox Award
Around townGarland County 911 head Sydni Davey received an honorable mention for the Glenn “Sonny” Cox Award.
Garland County Arkansas DeskOct 5, 2026
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Garland County schools use veteran drivers to staff bus routes
Around townGarland County schools are keeping bus routes staffed with veteran drivers while using creative recruiting to find more school bus drivers.
Garland County Arkansas DeskOct 4, 2026
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Hot Springs board approves more than $2.5 million in adjustments
Around townThe Hot Springs Board of Directors approved more than in midyear budget adjustments.
Garland County Arkansas DeskSep 27, 2026
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UA concerns call for a clear public response
Around townThe University of Arkansas should explain the concerns at issue and identify the officials, records and timeline involved in any response.
Garland County Arkansas DeskSep 23, 2026
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Hot Springs police advance 22 applicants to interviews
Police, fire and courtsThe Hot Springs Police Department is moving 22 applicants to the interview stage in a recruitment push.
Garland County Arkansas DeskSep 20, 2026
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ASMSA senior named National Merit semifinalist
Around townA senior at the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts has received National Merit semifinalist recognition.
Garland County Arkansas DeskSep 20, 2026
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Garland County sheriff works to follow immigration mandate
Police, fire and courtsThe Garland County Sheriff’s Office is working to comply with an immigration mandate, according to the Hot Springs Sentinel Record.
Garland County Arkansas DeskSep 12, 2026
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Holmes warns Arkansas schools about online child exploitation
Around townU.S. Attorney Kevin Holmes told Arkansas schools that online child exploitation is already affecting communities and requires attention.
Garland County Arkansas DeskSep 8, 2026
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ArDOT studies possible speed-limit changes on two roads
Roads and transitThe Arkansas Department of Transportation is studying possible speed-limit changes on Airport Road and Sunshine Road in Hot Springs.
Garland County Arkansas DeskSep 8, 2026
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National Park College explores University of Arkansas merger
Community and eventsNational Park College is exploring a merger with the University of Arkansas system that could broaden degree programs and resources.
Garland County Arkansas DeskSep 5, 2026