Callaway named executive director of Arkansas Community Colleges

Arkansas Community Colleges (ACC) announced Thursday (July 10) that Dr. Collin Callaway will be the new executive director of the association, a nonprofit membership organization representing all 22 of the state’s public community and technical...

Little Rock police received nearly 500 emails about fireworks over Fourth holiday

Little Rock Emergency Communications responded to 496 calls -- including 210 emails -- regarding the use of fireworks within city limits during the Fourth of July holiday weekend, according to data provided by the Little Rock Police Department....

New School Times for Texarkana Arkansas Students

A new school year is just around the corner and the Texarkana Arkansas School District has just announced there will be new school hours begining this coming school year. Why the Change? Benefits for Students and Families in Texarkana Arkansas...

Little Rock Zoo unveils Komodo dragons, collection of rare reptiles and amphibians

The Little Rock Zoo unveiled two new exhibits Tuesday: “The Isle of the Dragon,” featuring two Komodo dragons, and a new collection of rare reptiles and amphibians dubbed “Hidden Corners of the World: Uncommon Creatures.” Located on the west side...

Little Rock's Dunbar Middle School nominated for national award

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Dunbar Magnet Middle School, a landmark in Little Rock, is advancing toward national recognition for its significant role in African American history, education, and civil rights. The school, which has been listed on the...

Arkansas men’s basketball holds open summer workout

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - Arkansas men’s basketball held a open workout Wednesday afternoon. Trevon Brazile, Karter Knox, DJ Wagner, and Billy Richmond are back from the Sweet 16 run. The Razorbacks added 7 newcomers. “What we’ve been doing is...

KASU News: Arkansas prepares for Delta-8 THC enforcement crackdown

Today’s headlines from KASU News for Thursday, July 10, 2025, include how a Northeast Arkansas city is preparing to regulate UTVs under a new state law, Arkansas officials begin enforcement efforts on a synthetic marijuana ban, and a local vape...

Commentary: Easy to see why John Calipari is enthused about new Arkansas basketball team

After watching Arkansas coach John Calipari put his second team through a mini practice, I knew I owed Dane Bradshaw a text. I had seen enough to know that Bradshaw’s scouting report on the Calipari hire on April 11, 2024 was wonderfully accurate....

Arkansas Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney Joseph Gates Advocates For Victims Facing Life-Altering Injuries

(MENAFN- GetNews) Arkansas traumatic brain injury attorney Joseph Gates ( ) is drawing attention to the profound impact of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and the legal avenues available for those affected. Representing clients across the state,...

South Arkansas bankruptcies by county for the week ended Tuesday, July 8, 2025

South Arkansas bankruptcies by county for the week ended Tuesday, July 8, 2025, according to the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Arkansas. Lafayette Jeremy Myron Kitchens, D/B/A Kitchens Farms, 185 Lafayette 42,...

Arkansas signee Christian Turner earns Rawlings…

Haughton graduate Christian Turner was named to the 2025 ABCA/Rawlings High School All-America baseball team. Turner, an Arkansas signee, was the only Louisiana player selected. He hit .413 with five home runs, 30 RBIs and 22 stolen bases this...

Researchers: WIC Participation Could Boost Arkansas’ Maternal and Infant Health

Just 35% of Arkansas residents who qualify to take part in a federal nutrition assistance program do so. That’s despite the fact Arkansas tops the list of states for food insecurity at rate of 19%, nearly four times higher than the national...

Arkansas men's basketball holds open summer workout

Arkansas State signs top high school guard Royal Smith for 2025-26 season

Arkansas State men’s basketball has added a new standout to its 2025-26 roster. Head coach Ryan Pannone announced Wednesday that high school standout Royal Smith has committed to the Red Wolves. Smith, a 6-foot-4 guard from Parkland, Florida,...

Little Rock Zoo Unveils New Exhibits Just In Time for Dollar Day

The Little Rock Zoo is celebrating the arrival of two highly anticipated exhibits just ahead of its annual Hiland Dairy Dollar Day this Saturday, July 12. Isle of the Dragon - Komodo Exhibit: Iroh - juvenile Komodo Dragon - Little Rock Zoo Iroh -...

Gun Deaths Among Children Surge in Arkansas and Nationwide, CDC Data Shows

D-Keine/iStock The United States is facing a troubling rise in firearm-related deaths among children and teens — with Arkansas ranking among the states with the sharpest increases, according to a new analysis by KFF of data from the Centers for...

Little Rock Zoo debuts Komodo dragons, uncommon creatures exhibits

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. Officials unveiled two new exhibits featuring Komodo dragons and uncommon creatures Tuesday morning at the Little Rock Zoo. The Laura P. Nichols Isle of the...

‘Elizabeth and Hazel: Two Women of Little Rock’ by David Margolick

The image is startling, even horrifying. A dignified, well-dressed black girl walks calmly through a gauntlet of white people trying to prevent her from integrating Central High School in Little Rock, Ark. Directly behind her is a white girl with...

UNDER THE RADAR: '26 Little Rock Hall guard Landen Hill

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. On Wednesdays we feature an in-state prospect who could be flying under the radar of college coaches. This week's prospect is Little Rock Hall’s Landen Hill....

Arkansas National Guard deploys to Texas for flood recovery, search-and-rescue efforts

Four UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters and 22 Arkansas National Guardsmen have been sent to Texas to aid in search-and-recovery efforts following deadly flooding last week. (Photo courtesy of Staff Sgt. Bryce Colvert/Arkansas Army National...