An Earthquake registering 2.4 on the Richter scale is recorded in an area around the Boone/Searcy County line earlier this week.
According to the report from the U.S Geological Survey, the quake’s epicenter was reported near Everton at around 8:40 Tuesday evening. According to a report, quakes of that magnitude are usually not felt but can be by people close to the epicenter.
People in that area that felt the quake are asked to report it to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Burn Bans Accompany Low Water Conditions
Dry conditions are becoming increasingly noticeable across the Lakes Region, with burn bans covering much of northern Arkansas while some rivers and lakes continue to run below normal levels.
Searcy County Election Commissioners Resign Over Voter Data Concerns
All three members of the Searcy County Election Commission have resigned, citing concerns that problems with voter and precinct information could lead to voters receiving incorrect ballots in the November election.
Law Enforcement Seeking Information on Deadly Beaver Lake Accident
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is asking for the public's help in the investigation of the accident that killed a person earlier this month.
Murder Suspect Arrested in Lakes Region Identified
The man who was arrested in the Lakes Region for a murder in Springfield has been identified.
Front Storms Area, Brings End to Heat
Temperatures cool in time for the start of Fall on Tuesday.
