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05/15/2026 · Fulton County
Garland County deputies search for missing 41-year-old man
The Garland County Sheriff's Office is searching for 41-year-old Benjamin Shane Christy, last seen near Nathan Lane wearing a blue hoodie and jeans.
Arkansas Senate rejects $750 million Franklin County prison bill
The Arkansas Senate rejected a $750 million appropriation for a new state prison in Franklin County Tuesday, leaving the project's future uncertain.
05/15/2026
Arkansas law imposes one-year varsity ban on most student-athletes who transfer schools
Arkansas now requires most high school athletes who change schools after June 1 of their ninth-grade year to sit out varsity sports for a full year under new legislation signed into law in April 2025.
05/15/2026
U.S. Presence in Strait of Hormuz Increases Amidst Tensions with Iran
The United States has increased its naval presence in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. This action follows statements regarding maritime security in the region. The U.S. aims to monitor vessel activity.
05/15/2026
Iranian Politician Claims Tehran Will Maintain Authority Over Strait of Hormuz
Ebrahim Azizi stated Iran intends to control passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The statement comes amid ongoing geopolitical concerns regarding maritime traffic in the region. The Strait of Hormuz represents a vital shipping route for global oil supplies.
05/15/2026