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Fall 2025
Compassions Foundation, Inc., a domestic violence and sexual assault shelter based in Magnolia and serving nearby counties, is facing the possibility of closing its doors after losing more than $242,000 in federal funding.
The organization shared the news on its Facebook page on Thursday, September 25, 2025, explaining that it was not selected to receive the Victims of Crime Act grant for next year. For over 15 years, VOCA funding has been a cornerstone of the shelter’s budget, making it possible to provide safe housing and critical support for survivors in crisis.
The loss of $242,373.47 is a heavy blow. Those funds have traditionally gone toward keeping the shelter open—covering rent, utilities, staff pay, and the services that are at the heart of its mission. Without that support, the future of the shelter is uncertain, and many are worried about the impact on survivors who rely on it for safety and guidance.
Right now, the community is waiting to see what options are available to keep the shelter going. The situation is a reminder of how essential steady funding is for programs like Compassions Foundation, and how deeply these services matter to the people who need them most.
The Pope County Sheriff’s Office said Monday that a state inmate was accidentally released from custody last week.
Officials reported that 45-year-old Robert Eugene Lackey Jr. was brought from the Arkansas Department of Corrections to Pope County for a hearing on non-violent charges. A clerical mistake allowed him to bond out on Friday, even though he was supposed to return to state prison.
The error was discovered on Monday, and search efforts are now underway.
According to ADC records, Lackey is 5’9”, 187 pounds, heavily tattooed, and has been classified as a maximum-security inmate since late 2024. His record includes multiple offenses, most recently a 2022 theft of property conviction.
The National Museum of Health and Medicine hosted its annual Teddy Bear Clinic on Sept. 13, 2025, drawing more than 260 guests for a day of learning and fun. Children brought stuffed animals as “patients” while visiting stations run by Defense Health Agency professionals and medical students from the Uniformed Services University.
At different stations, kids learned how doctors check vital signs, talked about healthy eating, explored fitness activities, and discovered how hearing tests work. “Going to the doctor can be scary,” said Air Force 1st Lt. Savannah Champagne, a USU medical student. “This event makes it easier by letting kids practice on their stuffed animals in a safe space.”
The clinic gave children a playful introduction to health care, while parents picked up ideas for encouraging good habits at home. By the end of the day, the message was clear: taking care of your health can be both simple and fun.
When Fahima Noori finished university in Afghanistan, she imagined a bright future. She had studied law, completed training in midwifery, and gained experience working in a mental health clinic.
Those opportunities disappeared after the Taliban returned to power in 2021. They barred girls over 12 from attending school, sharply limited women’s employment, and recently ordered the removal of books written by women from universities.
For Fahima, the internet became her only remaining link to education and the wider world. “I had just enrolled in an online university and was hoping to finish my degree and find remote work,” she explained.
But on Tuesday, that last chance was cut off when the Taliban enforced a nationwide internet shutdown with no timeline for restoration. “Our final hope was online learning,” she said. “Now even that possibility is gone.”
A treehouse in Broken Bow has taken the top spot as Ryan Trahan’s favorite Airbnb in the country.
The YouTuber, well known for his creative challenges and storytelling, wrapped up a 50-day trip on July 29 where he stayed in a different Airbnb in each of the 50 states. The journey wasn’t just for fun—it doubled as a fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. By the end, Trahan and his community had raised more than $11 million.
Out of all the unique spots he visited, the cozy Broken Bow treehouse stood out as the place he loved most.
Louisiana rallied from a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter to win a double-overtime rematch of the 2024 Sun Belt title game. ULM snapped a 15-game losing streak to Arkansas State, while James Madison dominated on the ground with a program-record 331 rushing yards against an FBS opponent in its conference opener.
In non-league finales, Old Dominion and Southern Miss both secured home victories behind strong quarterback play.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday defended the use of the military in U.S. cities, calling domestic unrest “the enemy within” and citing early presidents who relied on armed forces to maintain order.
He delivered his remarks at Marine Corps Base Quantico to hundreds of senior military officers during a rare gathering convened by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Hegseth criticized “decades of decay” in the armed forces, blaming it on “foolish and reckless politicians,” and some officers traveled thousands of miles from overseas posts to attend.
President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 100% tax on movies made outside the United States, saying the move is meant to protect Hollywood.
On his Truth Social account, Trump claimed movie production “has been stolen” from the U.S. and pledged, “I will be imposing a 100% tariff on any and all movies that are made outside of the United States.”
It remains unclear how the tariffs would work, since films and TV shows can be distributed digitally. Questions also surround U.S. movies shot abroad, like James Bond or Jason Bourne, and what legal authority the president would use. Trump first raised the idea in May and has not specified when the tax might take effect.
The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a body was discovered floating in the Arkansas River.
Officials say that at approximately 7 a.m. on August 7, a jogger near the Main Street and Broadway bridge spotted the body and alerted authorities. The PCSO Water Patrol responded and recovered the male victim, who has been identified as 42-year-old Joshua Phillips of Little Rock.
At this time, officials have not released any additional information about the circumstances surrounding his death. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine what happened.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have separated after nearly 20 years of marriage.
CNN confirmed that the Oscar-winning actress and Grammy-winning country musician, who have been married since 2006, are no longer living together. The couple shares two daughters, Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14.
The family had been based in Nashville, Tennessee, with Kidman recently referring to the city as her home on her verified Instagram account. CNN has reached out to representatives for both Kidman and Urban for comment. TMZ was the first to report the news.
A South Western Railway train in England recently welcomed an unusual passenger. Travelers on the London to Portsmouth route were surprised to find a live crab sitting alone in a first-class seat.
Railway officials said a passenger alerted driver Mark Walsh, explaining, “Excuse me driver, there’s a live crab on the seat over there and it’s been there since I got on at Guildford.” At first, Walsh thought it might be a joke, but he quickly realized the crab was real.
He safely escorted the crab off the train at Portsmouth and Southsea station, creating a memorable and unexpected moment for everyone on board.
Texarkana native and regional muralist David Freeman is reaching a wider audience thanks to the Netflix romantic comedy The Wrong Paris.
The film highlights Freeman’s “Raise a Smile with Dr Pepper” mural in Paris, Texas, which appears around the 25-minute mark, offering viewers a glimpse of his vibrant work. Freeman is also the artist behind the Corrine Griffith Dr Pepper mural at 201 E. Broad Street in Texarkana, Arkansas, a beloved local landmark. His murals not only celebrate the region’s culture but also show how local art can resonate on a larger stage, connecting communities to broader audiences.
Even though the region has enjoyed warm and dry weather lately, Fall Severe Weather season is on the way, and the National Weather Service in Paducah is encouraging people to start preparing.
This week is Fall Severe Weather Awareness Week, and the National Weather Service hosted an event in Van Buren, Missouri to share resources and tips for staying safe. Warning Coordination Meteorologist Christine Wielgos explained that fall storms can be especially dangerous because they often happen at night when the sun sets earlier. She emphasized the importance of having a reliable alert system that can wake you up if severe weather strikes while you are sleeping.
Yale student leaders held a “Day of Action” on Monday to protest a proposed Department of Homeland Security rule that they say could limit opportunities for international students and affect the University’s academic environment.
Representatives from the Yale College Council, the Graduate and Professional Student Senate, and the Graduate Student Assembly joined UNITE HERE Local 33, the graduate student union, in encouraging students to submit public comments against the proposal.
The rule, introduced in late August, would replace the current flexible “duration of status” system for student visas with a fixed four-year limit. Monday was the deadline for submitting public feedback.
On September 21, the Magnolia City Council approved an ordinance creating a vacant property registry.
The ordinance passed unanimously without any discussion. Under the new rules, owners of vacant buildings must pay a registration fee every six months, with rates set at $250 for single-family homes, $500 for multifamily units, and $500 for commercial properties. Those who fail to register or pay the required fees could face civil penalties ranging from $500 to $1,000 per violation.
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