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WATCH: Pig Trail Nation Gameday | Razorbacks host Mizzou
Posted: Oct 31, 2026 / 09:58 AM CDT Updated: Oct 30, 2026 / 07:48 PM CDT FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — After a road victory at Vanderbilt and a bye week, the Hogs are back home for the Battle Line Rivalry. Get ready for expert analysis, team coverage and all the insights you need as the Hogs gear up for their game against the Missouri Tigers. Arkansas and Mizzou kick off at 6:45 p.m. on SEC Network, but your Saturday starts with Pig Trail Gameday at 10 a.m. in the video player above.
WATCH: Pig Trail Nation Gameday | Razorbacks host Mizzou
WATCH: Pig Trail Nation Gameday | Razorbacks host Mizzou FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — After a road victory at Vanderbilt and a bye week, the Hogs are back home for the Battle Line Rivalry. Get ready for expert analysis, team coverage and all the insights you need as the Hogs gear up for their game against the Missouri Tigers. Arkansas and Mizzou kick off at 6:45 p.m. on SEC Network, but your Saturday starts with Pig Trail Gameday at 10 a.m. in the video player above.
Bella Vista police: 82-year-old woman reported missing
BELLA VISTA, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Authorities in Benton County are asking for help locating a missing woman who was last seen Friday evening. Kathleen Woxland (courtesy: Bella Vista Police Department) Kathleen Woxland (courtesy: Bella Vista Police Department) The Bella Vista Police Department shared Friday night in a 7:45 p.m. social media post it is looking for a missing 82-year-old woman, Kathleen Woxland. Police say she is 5 feet tall, has blue eyes and short gray hair.
Bella Vista police: 82-year-old woman reported missing
BELLA VISTA, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Authorities in Benton County are asking for help locating a missing woman who was last seen Friday evening. The Bella Vista Police Department shared Friday night in a 7:45 p.m. social media post it is looking for a missing 82-year-old woman, Kathleen Woxland. Police say she is 5 feet tall, has blue eyes and short gray hair. Police also shared that she is believed to have dementia.
Bella Vista police: 82-year-old woman reported missing
Bella Vista police: 82-year-old woman reported missing Fri, October 30, 2026 at 11:09 PM EDT BELLA VISTA, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Authorities in Benton County are asking for help locating a missing woman who was last seen Friday evening. Kathleen Woxland (courtesy: Bella Vista Police Department) The Bella Vista Police Department shared Friday night in a 7:45 p.m. social media post it is looking for a missing 82-year-old woman, Kathleen Woxland.
See Northwest Arkansas early voting numbers through Friday, Oct. 30 Original
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — With Election Day fast approaching, Northwest Arkansas voters are continuing to show up to the polls for early voting at a higher rate than last midterms. Benton and Washington counties again reported that early voter turnout on Friday surpassed voting numbers from the same time four years ago. In Benton County, 8,324 voters cast their ballots on Friday alone — the highest single-day figure reported in the county so far during the early voting cycle.
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What laws go into effect in Oklahoma on Nov. 1? Original
OKLAHOMA CITY (KNWA/KFTA) — A handful of bills signed into law during the most recent state legislative session will go into effect in Oklahoma next week. These new laws go into effect Sunday, Nov. 1. They cover a number of areas, ranging from increased penalties for various offenses to adding historical signage to highways in the state. Oklahoma House Bill 4454, authored by state Rep. Carl Newton (R-Cherokee), governs edible marijuana products.
Walmart AMP announces expansion to hospitality complex Original
ROGERS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Arkansas’ largest outdoor venue designed specifically for concerts will expand two existing facilities ahead of next year’s concert series. The Walmart AMP announced in a Friday news release it is investing $7.7 million in an expansion to two of the amphitheater’s supporting buildings. The venue’s hospitality complex and the Willard and Pat Walker Family Artist Wing will undergo renovation, with both projects scheduled to wrap up before the 2027 Synchrony Concert Series.
Fayetteville School Board votes to give employees bonuses Original
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Fayetteville School District employees will receive bonuses in their November paychecks following a school board vote Thursday evening. The Fayetteville School Board unanimously approved giving $450 bonuses to all district employees who were hired and working on or before Oct. 1. This decision comes after the district determined that approximately $855,000 from the district’s operating budget could be put toward employee bonuses.
First tenant named for Fayetteville development near Gulley Park Original
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A locally-owned restaurant plans to open a new location in east Fayetteville. Zelli Pasta, a downtown Springdale-based sandwich shop and bodega, will soon open a new location near Gulley Park in Fayetteville, according to a Thursday news release. It is the first tenant announced for an ongoing redevelopment at the former Township Baptist Church property.
Two coaches with Arkansas ties part of World Series-winning Brewers
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — While no former Razorbacks played in the 2026 World Series, two ex-Hogs were on the winning team's coaching staff. Milwaukee Brewers' third-base coach Matt Erickson and game preparation specialist Daniel de Mondesert will get World Series championship rings after their team knocked off the Tampa Bay Rays this week. Before coaching at the major league level, both spent time with the Diamond Hogs. Erickson played third base at Arkansas from 1995 to 1997.
Two coaches with Arkansas ties part of World Series-winning Brewers
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — While no former Razorbacks played in the 2026 World Series, two ex-Hogs were on the winning team’s coaching staff. Milwaukee Brewers’ third-base coach Matt Erickson and game preparation specialist Daniel de Mondesert will get World Series championship rings after their team knocked off the Tampa Bay Rays this week. Before coaching at the major league level, both spent time with the Diamond Hogs. Erickson played third base at Arkansas from 1995 to 1997.
Oklahoma man pleads guilty to federal wire fraud charge Original
SALLISAW, Okla. (KNWA/KFTA) — A Sequoyah County resident could spend up to two decades behind bars after pleading guilty to wire fraud this week. Johnathan Michael Hartman, 47, of Sallisaw, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma on Thursday, according to court documents.
Fort Smith Transit offering free rides on election day
Fort Smith Transit offering free rides on election day Thu, October 29, 2026 at 3:02 PM EDT Fort Smith Transit offering free rides on election day FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The River Valley's biggest city aims to make commuting to the polls easy during the Nov. 3 election. Fort Smith Transit is hosting its next "Free Ride Day" on Election Day, the city announced in a Thursday news release.
Benton, Washington county early voting still up from 2022 midterms Original
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — More than halfway into early voting, turnout in Northwest Arkansas is exceeding figures from the 2022 midterms. Benton and Washington counties reported that early voter turnout on Wednesday surpassed voting numbers from this time four years ago. In Benton County, 5,292 voters cast their ballots on Thursday alone. This is up from 4,650 at this time in 2022, a 13.8% increase.
Two Razorbacks featured in ESPN’s top-100 men’s college basketball players Original
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A major outlet recognized multiple Razorbacks in its ranking of the best men’s college basketball players. ESPN has published its list of the 100 best NCAA Division I men’s basketball players coming into the 2026-27 season, and two Hogs made the cut. Freshman guard Jordan Smith Jr. and junior wing Billy Richmond III placed 13th and 71st in the ranking, respectively.
Fort Smith race raises money for pancreatic cancer awareness Original
RELATED VIDEO: Walk to end Alzheimer’s held in Fayetteville FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — An event that blends Halloween celebration with running and walking, all while raising money for cancer research, is returning to the River Valley for a seventh consecutive year. “Whitney’s Race” will be held in downtown Fort Smith on Saturday, coinciding with Halloween. The event includes a 5K and 10K race, a 1-mile fun run and surrounding activities to keep with the Halloween festivities.
Booneville residents call for mayor’s resignation after leaked text messages Original
BOONEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Tensions were high during a public meeting Tuesday night in the River Valley, with residents of a Logan County city calling on their mayor to resign. Booneville Mayor Edgar Baker became the subject of public scrutiny earlier this month after screenshots from a text message he was allegedly a part of were shared on social media. Some of the messages shared in screenshots contained derogatory language. Baker shared a since-deleted apology via Facebook on Oct.
80-year-old woman reported missing and endangered in Fort Smith
80-year-old woman reported missing and endangered in Fort Smith Wed, October 28, 2026 at 3:21 PM EDT 80-year-old woman reported missing and endangered in Fort Smith FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Fort Smith Police Department is searching for an 80-year-old woman who is believed to be endangered.
Fort Smith police locate woman who was reported missing and endangered
Posted: Oct 28, 2026 / 02:21 PM CDT Updated: Oct 28, 2026 / 03:21 PM CDT FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Fort Smith police have located a woman who was reported missing and endangered on Wednesday morning. The Fort Smith Police Department sent out a news release on Wednesday asking for citizens to help locate a woman who was last seen around 10:30 a.m. Police issued an update at 3:16 p.m., notifying the public she was located and is safe. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox.
Fort Smith School District not renewing charter for its virtual academy Original
FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Fort Smith School District will offer virtual learning services under a different model next year. The school board voted 6-0 during its Monday meeting to approve a resolution authorizing the district to not renew the Fort Smith Virtual Academy’s charter, which expires on June 30, 2027.
Washington County to not let DOJ election monitors in polling locations on Nov. 3
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — United States Department of Justice officials will not be allowed inside polling locations on Election Day, the Washington County Election Commission decided Monday. At its Oct. 26 meeting, the election commission considered a Department of Justice request to have election monitors posted inside Washington County polling locations. The Washington County Election Commission unanimously voted against allowing election monitors at polling locations.
Pro Hogs: Where do the rookies stand after one week of NBA games? Original
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — All three former Razorbacks in their rookie NBA seasons made their regular-season debuts this week, with all logging noteworthy performances in their first few games. Darius Acuff and Trevon Brazile have both established themselves as important cogs on their respective teams, albeit in different-sized roles. Meleek Thomas made his first appearance Monday night, scoring in double figures off the bench in an overtime victory.
OHP: Pickup truck left scene after injury collision in eastern Oklahoma Original
LEFLORE COUNTY, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A driver was injured in a two-vehicle crash last week in rural LeFlore County, and the other vehicle reportedly left the scene. At approximately 9:13 p.m. on Oct. 23, a 37-year-old male resident of Hartford, Ark., was traveling eastbound on Oklahoma State Highway 83 near Poteau Mountain Road, according to a crash report from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP).
WEHCO Media to lay off 25% of NWA Democrat-Gazette workforce, 13 newsroom employees
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — WEHCO Media Inc., which publishes Arkansas’ two highest circulation newspapers, announced Tuesday it is laying off 28 employees based in Northwest Arkansas. The Little Rock-based company is laying off about 25% of the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette’s workforce, with affected employees scheduled to work through the end of the year, according to a news release from the paper. Of the 28 workers impacted, 13 are newsroom employees.
West Fork man accused of holding woman captive for three days, held on $250k bond
WEST FORK, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A West Fork man is held in the Washington County Detention Center and faces two felony charges after allegedly holding a woman captive over a multi-day period. Robert Goodman, 49, was arrested on Oct. 23 by the U.S. Marshals Service and booked on a $250,000 bond.
Mountainburg receives $8.9M in federal funding toward water infrastructure upgrades
MOUNTAINBURG, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A major water infrastructure expansion project is set to give hundreds of rural Crawford County families access to clean drinking water. U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), Rep. Steve Womack (R-AR) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Arkansas David Branscum presented an $8.9 million check to the city of Mountainburg on Monday. The funding will help the city continue to expand its water infrastructure.
West Fork man accused of holding woman captive for three days, held on $250k bond Original
WEST FORK, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A West Fork man is held in the Washington County Detention Center and faces two felony charges after allegedly holding a woman captive over a multi-day period. Robert Goodman (courtesy: Washington County Detention Center) Robert Goodman (courtesy: Washington County Detention Center) Robert Goodwin, 49, was arrested on Oct. 23 by the U.S. Marshals Service and booked on a $250,000 bond.
Road closure scheduled near University of Arkansas
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A stretch of road located west of the University of Arkansas – Fayetteville will be closed during daytime hours tomorrow to accommodate utility work. The city of Fayetteville announced the block of North Sang Avenue between Ora Drive and Berry Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 26. Drivers who commute to the U of A from the west via Sang Avenue will be detoured while crews work along the roadway.
Road closure scheduled near University of Arkansas
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A stretch of road located west of the University of Arkansas - Fayetteville will be closed during daytime hours tomorrow to accommodate utility work. The city of Fayetteville announced the block of North Sang Avenue between Ora Drive and Berry Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 26. Drivers who commute to the U of A from the west via Sang Avenue will be detoured while crews work along the roadway.
Road closure scheduled near University of Arkansas
Road closure scheduled near University of Arkansas Mon, October 26, 2026 at 6:59 PM EDT Road closure scheduled near University of Arkansas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A stretch of road located west of the University of Arkansas - Fayetteville will be closed during daytime hours tomorrow to accommodate utility work. The city of Fayetteville announced the block of North Sang Avenue between Ora Drive and Berry Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 26.
Washington County to not let DOJ election monitors in polling locations on Nov. 3
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — United States Department of Justice officials will not be allowed inside polling locations on Election Day, the Washington County Election Commission decided Monday. At its Oct. 26 meeting, the election commission considered a Department of Justice request to have election monitors posted inside Washington County polling locations. The Washington County Election Commission unanimously voted against allowing election monitors at polling locations.
Washington County to not let DOJ election monitors in polling locations on Nov. 3
Washington County to not let DOJ election monitors in polling locations on Nov. 3 Mon, October 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT Washington County to not let DOJ election monitors in polling locations on Nov. 3 FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — United States Department of Justice officials will not be allowed inside polling locations on Election Day, the Washington County Election Commission decided Monday. At its Oct.
Rogers Public Education Foundation to honor 3 people for district contributions, career achievements Original
ROGERS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Rogers Public Education Foundation (RPEF) announced Monday it will honor three individuals for their contributions to the school district. RPEF will induct a longtime educator and accomplished alumnus into the district’s “Wall of Distinction” during a Jan. 29 ceremony, according to a Monday news release. Additionally, the foundation will posthumously present its “Legacy Award” to a former Rogers educator and public official.
Bridge damaged in rural Sebastian County vehicle crash Original
SEBASTIAN COUNTY, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A bridge in the River Valley has sustained “significant damage” following a single-vehicle crash Monday, the Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office shared in a social media post. Sheriff’s deputies have responded to a crash near the intersection of Poteau Mountain Road and West Harmony Road in rural Sebastian County, according to the post. The County Road Department has also been notified of the crash because it occurred on a county road.
Leaders discuss impact of ballot issue on Northwest Arkansas home prices Original
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Proponents of an Arkansas ballot issue argue it could help combat rising housing costs. Issue 3 on the Nov. 3 ballot would amend the state constitution to allow cities and counties to form economic development districts that use public money to promote statewide economic growth if it passes. A district could issue bonds and levy its own taxes or charges, but property inside these districts would be exempt from property taxes.
Pro Hogs: See how former Razorbacks fared during the opening 3 days of the NBA season Original
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The 2026-27 NBA season tipped off this week, and multiple former Arkansas Razorbacks played big minutes during the opening nights of games. Of the 11 former Hogs signed to NBA teams, seven earned minutes during the first three days of the season. Notably, two of the three former Razorbacks in their rookie seasons played big minutes for their teams. Darius Acuff led the Sacramento Kings in minutes during their loss Wednesday night to the Los Angeles Clippers.
Fayetteville school construction project celebrates topping-out milestone Original
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The new Woodland Junior High campus is not slated to open until next school year, but the two-year construction project reached an important benchmark this week. The Fayetteville School District and architecture firm Modus Studios held a “topping-out” ceremony Friday morning to commemorate the completion of the building’s primary structure. The new Woodland Junior High campus uses cross-laminated timber as a primary design element.
Bentonville Public Library marks 20 years in downtown building Original
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A Northwest Arkansas library is celebrating a milestone anniversary this month. The Bentonville Public Library’s downtown building will celebrate its 20th birthday next week on Oct. 30. When it opened in 2006, the facility was the first specifically constructed to serve as the city’s library. The Bentonville Public Library moved into an 8,500-square-foot space that was previously home to the Massey Hotel.
Siloam Springs police covering Flock cameras with black bags Original
SILOAM SPRINGS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The city of Siloam Springs has covered all of its license plate readers with black bags after the city’s board of directors voted earlier this week to turn them off. The Siloam Springs Board of Directors voted 6-1 on Tuesday to turn off the city’s six automated license plate readers operated by the company Flock Safety. The decision comes as the city considers its existing contract with the manufacturer.
Centerton man charged with capital murder ordered to undergo mental evaluation Original
CENTERTON, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A Northwest Arkansas man accused of killing his mother will undergo a second mental evaluation to determine whether he is fit to stand trial. Court documents filed in Benton County on Oct. 21 state that Kamron Williams, 22, of Centerton, will be evaluated despite the court deeming him fit to stand trial earlier this year.
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