SUMMARY: A fire at the Rogers Recycling Plant in Benton County is escalating due to windy conditions, prompting additional firefighting crews to assist with containment efforts. The blaze, which began inside a metal building, has been difficult to extinguish as the structure’s walls have collapsed over the flames. Firefighters are awaiting cooler temperatures to access and extinguish the smoldering materials underneath. Two employees were injured, with one hospitalized. The fire chief noted that despite local water access, the scale of the fire required assistance from 15 agencies and additional water sources. The cause of the fire remains unknown.

Rogers fire update

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SUMMARY: The Arkansas Supreme Court has ruled that a proposed constitutional amendment affecting Pope County’s casino license will be decided by voters, with early voting starting next week. The amendment aims to remove the county’s casino license and proponents argue it preserves local control. Supporters of the amendment express confidence in winning, while opponents, including future casino operators, express disappointment, believing that the amendment undermines local desires for a casino. If approved, the Cherokee Nation could advance its plan for a Legends Resort in Russellville. The court’s decision followed legal challenges regarding ballot signatures and the validity of the measure.

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SUMMARY: Cruz and Rogers have been battling a fire at Marc Industries recycling plant for two days, resulting in two injuries. The incident has produced continuous smoke, as seen from live camera feeds. Fire Chief William Hyde indicates the blaze is mostly smoldering, with crews using foam, water, and bulldozers to manage it within a collapsed metal building. The Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality is monitoring air quality at the site due to burning plastic and cardboard, with readings currently indicating minimal risk. The fire could potentially burn for several more days before being fully extinguished.

Plastics, pallets, and cardboard burned in the fire at the recycling center.

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