Ritter Communications and Great Plains Communications are merging to form Rightfiber, one of the nation’s largest privately held telecom platforms, serving 400 communities across 20 states with 300,000 homes connected via 28,000 miles of fiber. Led by Heath Simpson as CEO and Todd Foje as executive chairman, the combined company aims to expand high-speed internet access, especially in underserved areas, while retaining over 800 employees and growing its workforce. The deal, pending regulatory approval later this year, promises stronger local ties and accelerated growth under Grain Management’s ownership.

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Peach season is here, but Arkansas growers faced a rough start with a late March freeze—still, some late-blooming varieties survived. Grab your peaches and try classic recipes: a 1940s cobbler from George Rector, a layered peach petal cake from Mescal Johnston, or a simple honey-peach ice cream. All perfect for using up your bounty.

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Operation Viper hit hard across Arkansas, netting 39 violent offenders and fugitives in a massive multi-agency sweep. Authorities seized 33 guns, $74K in cash, 100 lbs of marijuana, and tons of fentanyl and other illicit pills. Nine arrestees now face federal charges including gun crimes and drug trafficking — with some accused of possessing machine guns and intent to distribute. This coordinated effort sends a clear message: law enforcement is still dismantling dangerous criminal networks and removing deadly weapons from the streets.

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