Arkansas PBS has selected former legislator Carlton Wing as its new executive director with a $206,000 salary. Netizens question the decision as the network faces financial challenges and declining federal support.
Arkansas fired head coach Sam Pittman after a 56–13 loss to Notre Dame, leaving the Razorbacks at 2–3. Bobby Petrino takes over as interim coach as Arkansas begins its search for a permanent replacement.
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders revised the Arkansas District 26 special election plan, moving the general election from November to June 2026 after criticism from both parties. The race is already heating up around prison funding and representation concerns.
Arkansas fell 56–13 to No. 22 Notre Dame in Fayetteville, marking their third straight loss as the Irish dominated on both sides of the ball, raising questions about Coach Sam Pittman’s future.
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.
Perryville will host the eighth annual Arkansas Goat Festival on October 4, celebrating goats, music, food, and community with thousands of visitors expected.
Lawmakers and corrections officials debate reforms after the Arkansas State Police detailed failures that enabled Grant Hardin’s escape.
With population and economic growth on the rise, Northwest Arkansas explores a regional authority to coordinate planning, support businesses, and guide long-term development.
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 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Health providers and law enforcement in Southwest Arkansas told lawmakers they need more funding to keep hospitals open and expand mental health services.
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Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has ordered Arkansas National Guard troops to assist ICE under Title 32. Supporters say it is about safety, while critics warn of constitutional rights violations.
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Arkansas medical marijuana sales totaled $193 million from January to August 2025, according to the DFA. Tax revenue reached $21.57 million, with funds supporting UAMS and food insecurity programs.
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Arkansas lawmakers expressed frustration over the Franklin County prison site selection, citing absence of Sanders staff and concerns about due diligence and infrastructure.
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The Arkansas Razorbacks overwhelmed Arkansas State 56-14 in their first-ever meeting at War Memorial Stadium, led by Taylen Green’s 390 yards and five touchdowns.
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Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ $1 billion Franklin County prison plan faces resistance from lawmakers, local critics, and water scarcity issues that threaten its future.
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Arkansas vape shops are adjusting to Act 590, which bans most disposable vapes and requires FDA-authorized products. Businesses have until Nov. 1, 2025, to comply.
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Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green threw a career-high six touchdown passes as the Razorbacks opened the 2025 season with a 52-7 win over Alabama A&M at Razorback Stadium.