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Oklahoma transfer defender signs with Arkansas

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1 year ago

December 14, 2024

Oklahoma transfer defender signs with Arkansas

Oklahoma transfer defensive back Kani Walker has signed with Arkansas, the program announced Saturday. He entered the transfer portal after three seasons with the Sooners.

Walker started his college career at Louisville in 2021 before arriving in Norman a year later. As a redshirt junior this past season, he totaled 24 tackles to go with two tackles for loss and an interception as a contributor to the OU defense.

All told, over his three years at Oklahoma, Walker totaled 51 tackles and four sacks. He also had two interceptions – one in 2023 and another in 2024. Now, he’s heading to Arkansas for his final year of eligibility.

To keep up with the latest players on the move, check out On3’s Transfer Portal wire.

The On3 Transfer Portal Instagram account and X account are excellent resources to stay up to date with the latest moves.

Kani Walker played high school football at Douglasville (Ga.) Douglas County, where he was a three-star prospect. He was the No. 846 overall player from the 2021 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

Walker is the second addition for Arkansas through the early part of this portal cycle. The Razorbacks also secured a commitment from former Oregon offensive lineman Jac’Qawn McRoy before announcing Walker’s signing.

McRoy took a redshirt this year and did not participate in a game for Oregon as a freshman. As a result, he will have four years of eligibility remaining.

Arkansas is currently gearing up for a bowl game as part of a bounce-back season under Sam Pittman, who entered the year on plenty of hot-seat lists. The Razorbacks went 6-6 – including a marquee upset win over Tennessee – thanks to a revamped offensive attack led by quarterback Taylen Green and a staunch defense, which helped keep Pittman in Fayetteville. Arkansas is preparing to take on Texas Tech in the Liberty Bowl on Dec. 27.

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6th Annual Be a Part of the Cure Walk Supports Cancer Research in Arkansas

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April 6, 2026

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6th Annual Be a Part of the Cure Walk Supports Cancer Research in Arkansas

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — A major event aimed at raising awareness and funding cancer research in Arkansas is coming up this weekend.

The 6th Annual Be a Part of the Cure Walk benefits the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, helping fund cancer research, clinical trials, and long-term survival studies, with every dollar raised staying in Arkansas.

Joining us this morning are Elizabeth Birrer, co-chair of the walk, and Lesley Murphy, this year’s emcee.

Murphy, a professional travel journalist, has shared her own cancer prevention journey after undergoing a preventative double mastectomy at UAMS when genetic testing revealed she carried the BRCA2 gene. She now uses her experience to help educate and raise awareness about cancer prevention.

The walk is designed to bring the community together, survivors, families, and supporters, while highlighting the importance of research and patient care. Participants can expect a day of walking, activities, and opportunities to learn more about the institute’s ongoing work.

Online registration is available at here and closes at 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 1st. In-person registration opens at 6:30 a.m. Saturday, May 2nd at War Memorial Stadium, Gate 1.

Every dollar raised during the event directly supports research and clinical studies here in Arkansas, helping to advance treatment and improve outcomes for patients across the state.

The 6th Annual Be a Part of the Cure Walk is a community effort that combines awareness, education, and support, all focused on the fight against cancer.

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OPINION | WALLY HALL: ASHOF remains a wonderful organization | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

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April 5, 2026

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Wally Hall

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Wally Hall is assistant managing sports editor for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. A graduate of the University of Arkansas-Little Rock after an honorable discharge from the U.S. Air Force, he is a member and past president of the Football Writers Association of America, member of the U.S. Basketball Writers Association, past president and current executive committee and board member of the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame, and voter for the Heisman Trophy. He has been awarded Arkansas Sportswriter of the Year 10 times and has been inducted into the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame and Arkansas Sportswriters and Sportscasters Hall of Fame.

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3 people killed, passenger injured in Arkansas crashes | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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April 5, 2026

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3 people killed, passenger injured in Arkansas crashes | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Three people were killed and another injured in crashes on Arkansas roads from Wednesday to Friday, according to preliminary police reports.

On Wednesday, Lonnie Scott, 81, of Clinton was killed when the car he was driving struck another vehicle in Clinton, a report from Clinton police says.

Scott was driving a 2003 Chevrolet Impala west on Volunteer Parkway at 10:22 a.m. when he failed to stop at a stop sign and struck a 2023 Dodge 5500 headed south on Quality Drive, the report says.

On Friday, Marvin Brown, 48, of McNeil was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Camden, a report from Camden police says.

Brown was driving a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado north on Cash Road near Washington Street at 5:09 p.m. when the vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility pole, the report says. Shamika Milton, 39, of Camden, a passenger in the truck, was injured, the report says.

Around 6:50 p.m. Friday, Ricki Rich, 77, of Parkdale was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Arkansas 8 in rural Ashley County, a report from the Arkansas State Police says.

Rich was driving a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox east near Ashley Road 34 when the vehicle left the roadway and hit a tree, the report says.

Rafael Escalera Montoto

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Rafael is a crime and breaking news reporter at the Arkansas Democrat Gazette. Before joining the Democrat-Gazette, he wrote breaking news and feature stories at Reuters in Mexico City, where he covered a range of topics across Central and South America. He has also covered housing, education, business and other topics at The Baltimore Banner. He is a graduate of the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at the City University of New York (CUNY) and is from San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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