Conway NOW

10/19/2025

***Update***

Around 10:48pm we received a call of shots fired in the area of West Martin St and Farris Rd. Detectives have identified a 17yr old juvenile victim in this incident. At this time, it is still believed to be an isolated incident, and we are asking the community if you have any information related to this shooting to please contact our Criminal Investigation Division at (501) 450-6130.

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Conway Police Officers are currently investigating a shooting that occurred in the area of West Martin Street and Farris Rd. After the incident, the victim was driven to the Simmons Bank area on Salem Road, where first responders made contact and rendered aid.

This is an isolated incident, and there is no threat to the public.

Officers remain on scene at both locations as the investigation continues. Please avoid these areas while police are present. Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.

10/18/2025

The tornado watch issued earlier this afternoon has been allowed to expire for Faulkner County. The main line has passed through the area.

10/18/2025

Radar check 4:19 pm- It’s about to get a little loud and windy. The main part of the line is almost to the area. Radar is estimating winds around 40-60 mph in some areas.

10/18/2025

Radar check as of 3:50 pm- a stronger line of storms is slowly making its way East. It’s currently located on the western side of Conway County.

This stronger line should reach us within the hour.

Remember- a tornado watch is in effect until 8 pm tonight.

10/18/2025

🌪️ the Storm Prediction Center has issued a tornado watch for the area until 8 PM.

10/18/2025

🚨The kickoff for the Arkansas Razorbacks and Texas A&M game has been postponed to 4:30 PM due to forecasted storms in Northwest Arkansas

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Kickoff for today’s game between Arkansas and No. 4 Texas A&M has been pushed to 4:30 p.m., officials say. Stadium entry usually begins two hours before k…

10/18/2025

Right now the radar across the area is looking calm, that won’t be the case this afternoon though as storms have started to fire up across Oklahoma and are slowly making their way to Arkansas.

Currently we’re looking at a timeframe of 3-6 this afternoon for the heaviest storms that could produce hail up to 2 inches, winds in excess of 70 mph, and a brief spin up can’t be ruled out in the line as it pushes through.

After that storms will lighten up but some pockets of showers will linger until the late night.

Everything should be out of the area by 11pm with much cooler temperatures following the front pushing out.

10/16/2025

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10/03/2025

NOISE ALERT - We have approved a fireworks permit for Friday, October 3 at around 7:30 p.m. You can expect to hear fireworks in the area of Markham St in downtown Conway.

10/01/2025

The City of Conway will remove the Arkansas Champion Persimmon tree along Stone Dam Creek Trail within the next 1–2 weeks. While this tree has been recognized for its exceptional size and status, a recent professional risk assessment determined that it poses a high risk of failure.

The assessment found:
- Extensive heartwood decay and a hollow trunk on the north side.
- Crown dieback, with much of the tree no longer producing healthy foliage.
- Lightning damage and prior large branch failures.
- Root disturbances caused by past site clearing and trail construction, including cut roots and soil mounding at the base.

Because the trail runs directly beside the tree and is frequently used by pedestrians, the risk of falling limbs or trunk failure is too great to leave it standing. Arborists recommended removal as the only effective way to eliminate the hazard.

We recognize this tree’s importance as a community landmark and its unique designation as a Champion Persimmon. Its removal is a difficult but necessary step to protect the safety of everyone who uses Stone Dam Creek Trail.