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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.

24/07/2025

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24/07/2025
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23/07/2025

🌟 Join the movement and support local businesses with EAB Media Group-Russellville’s Shop Local, Eat Local giveaway!🌟

Ready to win big while supporting your community? Visit our sponsor locations and scan the QR code for a chance to win $250 in Shop Local, Eat Local cash!💰

Our current sponsors include:
1. Dalton Family Dentistry in Russellville
2. Pottsville Self Storage
3. Pina Gonzalo Landscaping, Inc. in Dardanelle
4. Dardanelle Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
5. Creature Comforts in Russellville
6. Plant Parlor in Russellville
7. Po Co Whatnots Antique and Flea Market in Russellville
8. Sonic of Russellville

Keep an eye out for updates as more sponsors join in on the fun. Let's show our support for local businesses and make a positive impact on our community together!

22/07/2025

Taken into custody over the past 48-hours by law enforcement in Pope County, a 25-year old male, detained by Sheriff's authorities on narcotics and drug paraphernalia possession and driving with a suspended license. A 63-year old man, jailed by State Police for DWI. And, a 25-year old male, arrested by Sheriff's deputies on an active failure to appear warrant. In Yell County, a 38-year old Dardanelle man was incarcerated for failure to appear. And, in Johnson County; a 23-year old Clarksville man; held by Sheriff's authorities on narcotics and drug paraphernalia possession. And, a 28-year old Clarksville male, detained on assault, terroristic threatening and endangering the welfare of a minor. The names of these individuals are being withheld, pending a probable cause court appearance in the jurisdiction of their arrest.

22/07/2025

A minefield of legal technicalities have left Hector without a Mayor and invalidated an effort to call a special election. A standing room only meeting at the city’s fire station on Monday attempted to hash out some of the concerns, but; with little success. Appointed mayor Randy Smith stepped aside this past Friday, after alderwoman Hannah D’amato and her husband, Phillip; both council members, challenged the legality of his appointment. That challenge was based on the fact that the D’amoto’s had abstained/recused from voting on his appointment, which legally constituted two no votes on the matter, failing the proposal by a 3-2 ballot. But, Smith was appointed during that meeting. Hannah D’amato had also sought an appointment to that position. During Monday’s meeting, the two council members spearheaded an special election effort, that was approved by vote, but; lacked the legal documentation to bring the matter to the ballot, according to city attorney Clay McCall. Further review of this situation is expected.

21/07/2025

We’re teaming up with Russellville School District to launch a brand-new event celebrating the incredible teachers, staff, and administrators who make a difference every day.👏🍳

Breakfast & Big Thanks will kick off the 2025–2026 school year by welcoming back 800+ educators and staff on August 7th—and we want you to be part of it!

There are many ways to get involved and show your support for those who inspire, lead, and educate our youth, including becoming a sponsor, donating funds, and volunteering your time.

📚 Let’s come together to say a big, heartfelt thank you to the people shaping Russellville’s future.

To get involved, please contact Kaitlyn Bryant: [email protected]
👉 https://russellvillechamber.glueup.com/event/breakfast-big-thanks-144619/

21/07/2025

Arrested over the weekend by law enforcement in Pope County, a 38-year old male, taken into custody by Sheriff's authorities on breaking and entering and criminal trespass. A 67-year old female, detained on theft of property and criminal trespass. And, a 43-year old male, jailed by Russellville Police on forgery and an active failure to appear warrant. In Yell County, a 47-year old Ola man, held on possession of drug paraphernalia. In Johnson County, a 29-year old female, detained by Sheriff's authorities on aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest, battery and terroristic threatening. The names of these individuals are being withheld, pending a probable cause court appearance in the jurisdiction of their arrest.

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Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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+14799686816

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