KARV "Regional Radio"

KARV "Regional Radio" KARV is a radio station local to the Arkansas River Valley that brings you your favorite news talk programs and local favorites like Dial-A-Trade!

The first radio station between Ft. Smith and Little Rock, Arkansas officially went on the air on February 25th, 1947. KXRJ in Russellville, owned and managed by Russ Horne and Jerrell Shepherd, Paris and Russellville natives, respectively, became one of about 1,600 radio stations in the country. Horne and Shepherd had originally asked to get KARV as the call-letters for their new station, but tha

t was not available. The second choice was KRUS, but it was also unavailable. So, the FCC awarded the station is third choice, KXRJ – the “R” standing for Russ and the “J” for Jerrell. KXRJ first went on the air for a 7-hour test on February 24th from 5 PM until midnight. The first studio was located on the campus of Arkansas Polytechnic College in Russellville. KXRJ started its regular broadcast schedule on February 25th, 1947. During the first hours on the air, the station received several hundred calls of congratulations and praise for the clearness of reception and quality of the programs. KXRJ was broadcasting 250 watts on 1490, or the station could be found at 150 on older radios. The 17 hours of broadcast on the 25th included transcribed music and request numbers, spot news, sports summaries, and programs from the mutual broadcasting system, including news casts by Fulton Lewis, Jr. and Gabriel Heatter, The Inside of Sports, and Guy Lombardo’s Orchestra. Russ Horne and Jerrell Shepherd were the owners and managers of KXRJ. Approximately 8,000 people turned out on March 1st and 2nd, 1947, for KXRJ’s Open House ceremonies. The station had officially gone on the air on February 25th. During the Open House, special programs were presented by groups from Atkins, Dardanelle, Clarksville, Morrilton, and Russellville. Listeners were asked to make their choice of the best program by mail. Atkins won and was honored with a 30 minute remote broadcast originating from Atkins. KXRJ, now KARV, moved to a new spot on the radio dial in February of 1980. During the 7:30 news on February 13th, 1980, KARV moved from 1490 AM to 610 AM, enabling many residents of the Arkansas River Valley to hear KARV radio for the first time during nighttime hours and gave outlying areas of the River Valley their first opportunity to hear KARV during daytime hours.

01/14/2026
🌟 Shop Local. Eat Local. Win Local! 🌟EAB Media Group–Russellville is celebrating our hometown businesses with the Shop L...
01/14/2026

🌟 Shop Local. Eat Local. Win Local! 🌟

EAB Media Group–Russellville is celebrating our hometown businesses with the Shop Local, Eat Local Giveaway! 💰

Here’s how to join the fun:
🛍️ Visit any participating sponsor location
📱 Scan the QR code
🎉 You could win $250 in Shop Local, Eat Local cash!

✨ Current Sponsors ✨

1. Dalton Family Dentistry – Russellville
2. Dardanelle Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
3. Creature Comforts – Russellville
4. Plant Parlor – Russellville
5. Po Co Whatnots Antique & Flea Market – Russellville
6. Sonic of Russellville
7. Formal Affairs

More local favorites are joining soon — stay tuned! Let’s keep our dollars close to home and make a big impact together. ❤️

01/14/2026

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01/10/2026

Congratulations to Coach Jared Fuller, AEA Coach of the Year! ⚽️🌪️

01/10/2026

The Atkins School District board meeting on January 13th has been postponed to January 15th due to basketball scheduling conflicts, and the agenda will be sent on Monday or Tuesday.

01/10/2026

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📢🎉 Today’s Shop Local, Eat Local Business of the Day is Creature Comforts in Russellville! 🐾🏡📍 Visit them at 2295 AR-124...
01/09/2026

📢🎉 Today’s Shop Local, Eat Local Business of the Day is Creature Comforts in Russellville! 🐾🏡

📍 Visit them at 2295 AR-124, Russellville, AR 72802. Drop by Creature Comforts for top-notch pet boarding and daycare services that will make your furry friends feel right at home. They offer a range of amenities and activities to keep your dogs happy and healthy while you’re away. The friendly and caring staff ensures your pets receive the best attention and care.

Check out their website for more information: https://creaturecomfortsboarding.com/. Go see them today and give your pets the comfort they deserve! 💫

Address

2705 E. Parkway Drive
Russellville, AR
72801

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14799686816

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