Arkansas Weighs Nuclear Expansion to Meet Surging Energy Needs

Arkansas lawmakers approved a $305,000 feasibility study to explore new nuclear power options, including modular reactors, as the state faces rising energy demands from data centers and AI growth.

A Celebration of Goats, Now a Tradition on Arkansas’s Tourism Map

Perryville will host the eighth annual Arkansas Goat Festival on October 4, celebrating goats, music, food, and community with thousands of visitors expected.

State Police Submit Extensive 900 Page Report on Hardin Escape

Lawmakers and corrections officials debate reforms after the Arkansas State Police detailed failures that enabled Grant Hardin’s escape.

Northwest Arkansas Eyes Regional Authority to Guide Growth and Collaboration

With population and economic growth on the rise, Northwest Arkansas explores a regional authority to coordinate planning, support businesses, and guide long-term development.

A Late Fumble, a Familiar Collapse: Arkansas Lets Another One Slip Away

Arkansas fell 32-31 to Memphis after a late fumble and defensive breakdown, dropping to 2-2 on the season. Memphis improved to 4-0 with the win.

Little Rock Climbs Pollution Rankings, Now a Top Spot No City Wants

Little Rock is tied for the worst year-round particle pollution in the Southeast, according to the American Lung Association’s 2025 “State of the Air” report. The metro area’s air quality continues to worsen, raising concerns about health and environmental impacts.

Grief, Anger, and a Nation Split: The Week Since Charlie Kirk Was Killed

One week after Charlie Kirk’s fatal shooting in Utah, Arkansas mourns as political divisions across the U.S. intensify. Vigils and public debate highlight the national impact of his death.

Lake Conway Renovation Progresses as Boat Lanes Take Shape

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has reached a milestone in the Lake Conway renovation, carving new boat lanes that promise safer navigation, better fishing, and long-term ecological benefits.

Funds Restored, Relief Returns to Arkansas Towns on the Brink

Arkansas lawmakers voted to restore withheld turnback funds to 40 municipalities and gave them until December 31 to file overdue water and sewer audits, ending financial strain but attaching new conditions.

Crime Falls Sharply in Little Rock This Summer, Mayor Says

Little Rock sees a 22 percent drop in overall crime this summer, with violent crime down 15 percent. Mayor Frank Scott Jr. credits youth programs, community engagement, and new policing strategies for the improvement.

Officials Question, Entergy Insists: The Debate Over a Jefferson County Power Plant

Entergy’s proposed Jefferson Power Station faces resistance from Arkansas regulators and the attorney general’s office, while the company insists the project is needed and supported by lawmakers.

Arkansas Nearly Stuns, but Late Turnover Lifts Rebels to 41–35 Win

Arkansas nearly pulled off an upset in Oxford, erasing a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit before a late turnover ended their comeback. No. 17 Ole Miss escaped with a 41-35 win on Saturday night.