State, county partnership boosts Arkansas roads with new funding, projects

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, alongside the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, has unveiled over $735,000 in funding for twelve county projects through the Arkansas Unpaved Roads Program (AURP). The initiative aims to...

Arkansas Board of Corrections faces questions from the state | Two employees fired after Hardin's escape

On May 25, Grant Hardin was let out of a secure gate at the North Central Unit near Calico Rock while dressed in a makeshift uniform. CALICO ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Corrections (DOC) is facing questions by Arkansas lawmakers on...

MMCRU baseball shuts out George-Little Rock

MARCUS — The first two times MMCRU faced George-Little Rock this season the Royals allowed two runs. In the third meeting on Tuesday in a Class 1A substate second-round game, the Royals were able to record a shutout, picking up an 8-0 victory....

Central Arkansas Water to seek funds for more service line connections in Ferndale area

Central Arkansas Water's board of commissioners on Thursday voted to prepare to issue up to $1.2 million in water revenue bonds to install service-line connections with low to moderate-income households within the utility's expanded service area...

$735,000 in road work planned across 12 Arkansas counties

With a total of $735,000 in state appropriations and federal grants ready to be spent, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Department of Agriculture unveiled a series of road improvement projects to enhance infrastructure in 12 counties, according...

Advocates, lawmakers assess legislative session’s effects on Arkansas families

The Arkansas Kids Count Coalition and Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families hosted a Children's Policy Summit on Thursday, inviting lawmakers and advocates to recap the most recent legislative session's impact on families and recognize key...

Senator John Boozman's updates on conservation efforts in Arkansas

Senator John Boozman, representing Arkansas, recently shared several updates via his social media platform. His posts highlight various activities and initiatives related to conservation efforts, health advocacy, and agricultural support within...

Jacob Rapps of Geneseo, Illinois, Named to University of Arkansas Chancellor's List

FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS (July 10, 2025) — The University of Arkansas is recognizing students for making the Spring 2025 Chancellor's List. Jacob Rapps of Geneseo, Illinois, joins a prestigious group of students who have attained a 4.0 grade-point...

Coach Cal’s second Arkansas roster built differently than his first

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Arkansas men's basketball coach John Calipari admits he is still navigating the "new" version of college hoops, a world in which the 66-year-old's traditional recruiting style is no longer the norm as free movement via the...

Arkansas Community Colleges Announces New Executive Director

Collin Callaway (Provided) Arkansas Community Colleges (ACC) has announced Collin Callaway as the new executive director of the association, a nonprofit membership organization representing all 22 of the state’s public community and technical...

How Arkansas anglers can make up to $1K a month for fishing

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is mapping the spread of invasive black carp throughout the Mississippi River Basin through a program called "Keep, Cool, Call." Arkansas anglers may participate in the program and earn $100 if...

Arkansas prison officials face questions from lawmakers | Two jailers fired after Hardin's escape

On May 25, Grant Hardin was let out of a secure gate at the North Central Unit near Calico Rock while dressed in a makeshift uniform. CALICO ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Corrections (DOC) is facing questions by Arkansas lawmakers on...

Arkansas Board of Education approves school district bond applications

Six school districts in the state can begin issuing second-lien bonds after the Arkansas Board of Education approved each district's bond application at a meeting on Thursday. The issuance of second-lien bonds in Arkansas refers to school...

Arkansas National Guard helicopters continue work in Texas flood zone

AUSTIN, TEXAS. (KOAM) - Earlier this week Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee-Sanders activated the Arkansas National Guard to deploy as needed July 7 to the Texas Food zone. They traveled the following day to the Austin, Texas area. The 22 Soldiers...

FILM SCENE | OPINION: Arkansas filmmakers make ‘Pigeon Tongue’ in Romania

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. One of the most difficult cinematic undertakings is trying to make a feature-length film — and I should know, because I’ve attempted that gargantuan feat and...

North Little Rock man arrested on child pornography charges

First Liberty Institute takes defendants’ side in 10 Commandments lawsuit in Arkansas

FAYETTEVILLE -- A national legal organization has filed a friend of the court brief in support of the defendants in a lawsuit over an Arkansas law requiring all public schools to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom and library. First...

Little Rock woman sentenced to 30 years in ex-boyfriend’s fatal shooting

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. A 22-year-old Little Rock woman recorded on video fatally shooting her former boyfriend has been sentenced to 30 years in prison. Halia Houston pleaded guilty to...

Little Rock debuts Komodo dragons, uncommon creatures exhibits

LITTLE ROCK -- 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 Dragon includes two new juvenile Komodo dragons: a female named Tiamat...

Little Rock gets moving with inaugural Fit Fest this Saturday

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — If you're looking to stretch your legs and get active this weekend, the inaugural Little Rock Fit Fest is the place to be. "The Little Rock Fit Fest is our first inaugural event. It's going to be held on Saturday, July the...