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1. Acceptance of Terms
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2. Nature of the Site
The Site is an interactive computer service that publishes news, information, and commentary about North Little Rock, Arkansas, including content submitted by community members. The Site operator acts as a platform for user-submitted content and does not act as the publisher or speaker of content provided by others.
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10. Limitation of Liability
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11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Site operator from any claims, damages, or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from content you submit or your violation of these Terms.
12. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Arkansas. Any dispute shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Pulaski County, Arkansas.
13. Changes
These Terms may be updated at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.
About · Dogtown News
North Little Rock's neighborhood wire
Dirty Dogtown is North Little Rock, Arkansas' independent neighborhood news site — Dogtown news swept from public sources every hour and tipped by neighbors. We watch city hall, the police blotter, the parks, and the schools for all of North Little Rock: Argenta, Park Hill, Levy, Rose City, Baring Cross, Lakewood, Amboy, and beyond.
Why is North Little Rock called Dogtown?
As the story goes, a century back Little Rock sent its stray dogs across the river, and the north shore kept the name out of spite — then wore it with pride. Dirty Dogtown carries the tradition: North Little Rock's news, unsigned and unbossed.
How often is Dirty Dogtown updated?
The wire sweeps public sources for North Little Rock news every hour, the front page renumbers daily, and subscribers get a morning email digest. Stories older than about two weeks rest in The Morgue, our searchable archive.
How do I send in North Little Rock news tips?
Use the Send a tip form — no account and no name required. A moderator reviews every submission before anything runs.
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