News from the South - Arkansas News Feed
How Destinee Rogers led A-State to NCAA women’s basketball tournament
SUMMARY: Destinee Rogers led the Arkansas State Red Wolves women’s basketball team to its first-ever Sun Belt Championship, securing a spot in the NCAA tournament. As head coach, Rogers, a former interim coach, faced challenges in rebuilding the team with only three returning players. Growing up in Strong, Arkansas, Rogers dedicated her success to her roots, believing her journey was guided by God. Family played a key role, with her father coaching her throughout her basketball career. Rogers hopes this achievement is just the beginning, emphasizing hard work, faith, and the importance of the right people in reaching success.

In her third year as A-State head coach, Destinee Rogers is hoping to make more Red Wolves history in the NCAA tournament.
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Active weather threat tonight
SUMMARY: Meteorologist William Morris reports a potential severe weather threat tonight, primarily in Northwest Arkansas. While conditions are calm now, storms may develop around 8-9 PM, especially in Benton County and Missouri. The main concerns include large hail, gusty winds, and possibly a tornado, with the threat lasting until midnight. Tomorrow morning, temperatures will be mild around 60°F, but a cold front will bring isolated showers and thunderstorms, followed by cooler temperatures and northwesterly winds. By Monday, temperatures will dip into the 40s, but the week ahead holds warmer weather. The severe weather threat is considered low.

40/29 Meteorologist William Morrison says that rain chances return this evening. Isolated to scattered storms are possible, mainly for Northwest Arkansas. The severe weather threat is low. Storms that mature may produce large hail and gusty winds. The threat of tornadoes is very low. Watch the videocast above to learn more.
Rain and storm chances decrease throughout Sunday morning as a cold front swings through Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley. Temperatures will remain above-average to close out the weekend.
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Spring break activities in Arkansas | Outdoor Report
SUMMARY: Spring break in Arkansas offers exciting outdoor activities, especially at the state’s nine nature centers, which have special programs for all ages. Visitors can learn outdoor skills like fishing, hunting, and birdwatching, with hands-on activities for kids. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission also encourages people to explore wildlife management areas, which are less busy outside hunting season. Notable activities include hiking, auto tours, and the Arkansas water trail system, which spans rivers and lakes. Paddling, fishing, and wildlife observation are highlights, providing an ideal way to enjoy nature and the state’s beautiful spring weather.

Trey Reid with Arkansas Game & Fish joins Hayden Balgavy to discuss Arkansas nature centers and outdoor activities.
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Fires cause damages to Goodwill headquarters in Arkansas
SUMMARY: A series of fires at Goodwill Industries’ headquarters in Little Rock, Arkansas, caused significant disruption on Wednesday. Employees faced multiple blazes, including one on the roof and another from an air conditioning unit, which forced the cancellation of classes at the Excel Center, a program helping adults complete high school. Staff worked alongside firefighters to contain the flames and later returned to retrieve personal belongings. Goodwill is prioritizing safety and preparing for future incidents by ensuring alarms are functional and protecting donations, vital for their operations. The Excel Center has been temporarily relocated as rebuilding efforts commence.

As fires broke out in several parts of Little Rock this week, they also left behind some damage at the Goodwill Industries of Arkansas headquarters on Scott Hamilton
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