Business

Arkansas to Host Second Lithium Summit in Late October as State’s Industry Gains Momentum

Arkansas will host its second Lithium Innovation Summit on October 28–29, 2025, spotlighting the state’s expanding lithium industry and emerging economic opportunities.

Sports

A Late Surge and Costly Fumbles: Arkansas Pushes, but Tennessee Holds Off

Arkansas fights back against Tennessee, but missed opportunities and critical fumbles allowed the Volunteers to hold on for a 34-31 victory. Interim coach Bobby Petrino gives fans reason for optimism.

Politics

Special Election Scheduled While Sanders Chooses to Leave Seats Unfilled in Key Sessions

Special election dates have been announced in Arkansas, but Governor Sarah Sanders has delayed filling two legislative seats, leaving constituents without representation during important sessions.

News

More Farms Are Closing. The Call for Government Intervention Feels More Like a Plea.

Arkansas’ farm sector is under pressure as closures rise and losses mount. Experts call for immediate government action to support agriculture and rural communities.

Culture

Arkansas State Fair Returns for Its 85th Edition, Promising Economic and Cultural Impact

The 85th Arkansas State Fair returns to Little Rock from October 10-19, featuring concerts, pageants, livestock competitions, and boosting the local economy with hundreds of thousands of visitors.

Sports

For Arkansas Basketball, a New Season Brings High Hopes and the Hardest Road Ahead

Arkansas basketball has announced its 2025-26 schedule, featuring top-ranked non-conference opponents, a challenging SEC slate, and high hopes under coach John Calipari.

Politics

Delayed Representation: The Growing Rift Over Arkansas’s Senate District 26 Election

Bipartisan opposition grows and a lawsuit challenges Governor Sanders’ decision to delay the Arkansas Senate District 26 election.

Culture

TEDx Fayetteville Returns, Picking Up Where 2020 Left Off

After a five-year break, TEDx Fayetteville returns to inspire Arkansas with talks on innovation, connection, and creativity. The event marks a new chapter for the region’s growing TEDx community.

Sports

Razorback Rollercoaster: Can Petrino Prove Himself as the Next Coach While Expectations Soar?

After Sam Pittman’s dismissal, Bobby Petrino takes over as interim head coach, aiming to steer the Arkansas Razorbacks through a turbulent season. The big question now is whether he can reignite the team’s spirit and secure the role permanently.

Politics

District 70 Up for Grabs as Carlton Wing Leaves the House

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has certified a vacancy in Arkansas House District 70 following the resignation of Republican Carlton Wing, who was appointed CEO of Arkansas PBS.

Business

Arkansas Data Industry Gets a Historic Lift with Google’s Record $4 Billion Project

Google is investing $4 billion in a new West Memphis data center, marking the largest capital investment in Arkansas history, bringing jobs, education initiatives, and renewable energy development.

News

School Meals Meet Local Farms as Arkansas Transfers Nutrition Programs to Agriculture

Arkansas has transferred its school nutrition programs from the Department of Education to the Department of Agriculture to strengthen connections between farmers and schools while offering healthy, locally grown meals.