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Young models needed to strut their stuff
Have a tiny Tyra in training? Whether your child is America's next top model or not, he or she is welcome to strut their stuff at Belk's Annual Spring Kids' Fest to be held from noon until 3 p.m. Saturday, March 24.The store is currently seeking models, ages 4 to 12, to participate in the fashion show. Each child will be provided an outfit of their choice to model, which will be...
New cheerleading coach takes over at TRCC
Three Rivers College (TRCC) in Poplar Bluff has a new dance and cheer coach.Brad Piercy, who was a former co-ed cheerleading coach at Arkansas State University, has taken the helm.Piercy, who is originally from Monett, began his coaching career in 1992. He had been ASU's cheerleading coach for ten years before accepting the position at TRCC.In a statement released by the college, TRCC...
Early morning storm drops hail on Craighead County
Early Wednesday morning a thunderstorm rolled through parts of Craighead County.Ben Wright sent us these photos of hail stones that fell at his Lake City home around 4 a.m.Have a photo or two you would like to share? Send them to YourRegion8@kait8.com. Photos provided by Ben Wright.
Undefeated girls team doing a GR8 Job!
Your Region 8 wants to congratulate the Nettleton Lady Raiders 5th Grade basketball team for doing a GR8 Job!The girls have won 50 straight ball games and 16 consecutive tournament games.In fact, they have not lost a game since they started playing school ball together as 4th graders, when they went 30-0.This weekend they will go for a perfect season, thanks to the hard work and dedication...
JFD: Apartment fire started in kitchen
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Jonesboro Fire investigators say cooking is to blame as the cause of an apartment fire at The Pines Apartment Complex Wednesday.Jonesboro Fire Marshal Jason Wills said the fire started in the kitchen area of the apartment. The fire was contained to apartment E-6, but smoke and water damage has affected as many as 26 people.A young girl was trapped inside the apartment where...
David Gossett celebrating 17th birthday
If you see William David Gossett today, wish him a happy birthday!Today he's celebrating his 17th year on Earth!David is the son of Susan and Gary Powell and brother of Talon of Jonesboro.His mom, dad, brother and grandparents all want to wish him a very happy 17th birthday!Have a birthday, anniversary or engagement you would like to share with your neighbors? Send a photo and the...
ASU Choir is bound for Little Rock
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Arkansas State University's choir is heading to Little Rock, to perform with the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra. Interim Dean of the College of Fine Arts at ASU and the Director of Choral Activities, Dr. Dale Miller, says they haven't had the opportunity to do this for some time. "This is the first time we've sung with the Arkansas Symphony since 2003," Miller...
Jonesboro woman behind bars after police find pills and pistols in home
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - A Region 8 woman is behind bars on multiple charges after police found drugs and weapons at her home. According to the Jonesboro Police Department, a search warrant was issued for a home on North Church Street. When Prowl Investigators entered the residence, they found Patricia West and a small child inside the home. During the investigation, officials found a Christmas...
Region 8 teen organizing animal care fundraiser
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - A Region 8 teenager is opening his heart and helping our 4-legged friends by organizing a fundraiser for the local animal shelter as well as a couple of out of state dog rescue organizations . Christian Canizales has made quite an impression on Ruth Meador, the manager of Hollywood Feed. "He's very involved in the community with the pets,"...
Deaths from hepatitis C on the rise
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Deaths from hepatitis C are on the rise and baby boomers are the most at risk, according to a study published by the CDC. According to the CDC web site, 3.2 million people are living with the disease. UAMS assistant professor of medicine Dr. Shane Speights said the millions of people living with hepatitis C might not even know they have it, which could account for the...