The Making of a Lithium Hub and the Federal Faith Behind Arkansas
Federal support for Standard Lithium is accelerating Arkansas’s emergence as a key player in the nation’s fast-growing lithium sector.
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Arkansas’ Red Zone Failures Cost Another Victory, Losing Streak Continues
Red zone mistakes proved costly for Arkansas in a close defeat, continuing the Razorbacks’ losing streak against a struggling opponent.
Arkansas Escapes with a Win After Samford’s Relentless Second Half
Arkansas avoids an upset after Samford’s late surge cuts a big second half lead to one possession, holding on for a 79-75 win in Fayetteville.
Arkansas Supreme Court Delivers New Blow to Sanders Effort to Delay Special Elections
The Arkansas Supreme Court has rejected Governor Sarah Sanders request to pause a lower court ruling that requires an earlier special election for Senate 26.
Who’s Running Arkansas? Inside the 2026 Election Filings
With filings now complete, Arkansas voters get their first full look at the contenders shaping the 2026 elections, from the governor’s mansion to congressional seats.
Razorbacks Turn the Page With Commanding 93–56 Win Over UCA
The Razorbacks rebounded from their Michigan State loss in dominant fashion, crushing Central Arkansas 93–56 at Bud Walton Arena.
Arkansas Mandates Gun Safety Lessons in Schools, Testing a Divided America’s Resolve
Arkansas has become one of the first states to require firearm safety lessons in public schools, igniting national debate over how to address gun violence in classrooms.
Missed Opportunities and Rebounding Woes Cost Arkansas in Narrow Loss at Michigan State
Arkansas fell 69-66 at Michigan State in a closely contested game, struggling with rebounds, shooting, and missed opportunities in a matchup of legendary coaches.
The Wait Is Over: Arkansas Hunters Return to the Woods for Modern Gun Deer Season
As Arkansas’s modern gun deer season opens this weekend, thousands of hunters across the state are gearing up to head back into the woods, taking part in one of the state’s most popular outdoor activities.
Across the Nation, Flights Are Cut. In Arkansas, Airports Hold Steady—For Now.
As the record-breaking federal government shutdown forces major airlines to cancel flights across the nation, Arkansas airports are staying alert, even as local operations continue.
Fort Smith’s $50 Million Push to Fix an Aging Sewer System
Fort Smith has approved nearly $50 million in sewer system upgrades, marking a significant move to tackle long-overdue repairs to its aging infrastructure under a federal consent decree.
Arkansas Unveils Sweeping Health Plan, Tied to $1 Billion Federal Bid
Arkansas has applied for $1 billion in federal Rural Health Transformation funds to overhaul its struggling rural health care system, launching new programs on nutrition, telehealth, workforce training and chronic disease prevention.
Politics
A Charged Political Mood Greets the Start of Arkansas Election Season
Arkansas 2026 election season opens in a charged political climate, with Democrats working to regain footing as Republicans display confidence.
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Who Runs Arkansas Prisons? Court Says It’s the Board, Not the Governor
A Pulaski County judge has ruled that the Arkansas Board of Corrections, not Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, holds authority over the state’s correctional leadership, declaring two 2023 laws unconstitutional.
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Razorbacks Make a Statement in Opener, Overpower Southern 109–77
Arkansas opened its basketball season in style, rolling to a dominant 109–77 win over Southern in a statement performance at Bud Walton Arena.
Sports
Another Day, Another Loss: Penalties, Pressure, and Pain Define Razorbacks Collapse Against Mississippi State
Arkansas Razorbacks suffered another heartbreaking 38–35 loss to Mississippi State in Fayetteville, marked by a program-record 18 penalties and a fourth-quarter collapse that extended their losing streak.
Politics
Sanders Faces Setback in Special Election Dispute. Will She Move to Call It Sooner?
A Pulaski County judge has directed Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders to reschedule the Arkansas House District 70 special election to March 3, 2026, rejecting her authority to postpone the vote.
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Losing Streaks and Lingering Hope: Arkansas Search for Meaning in a Season Gone Wrong
Amid a tough season marked by mounting losses and fading confidence, Arkansas hopes to find redemption against Mississippi State.
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As Washington Stalls, SNAP Support Feels Precarious in Arkansas
With the federal shutdown ongoing, Arkansas faces rising uncertainty over continued SNAP funding and food security.
Business
The Natural State’s New Gear: Inside Arkansas’s Cycling Innovation
From Bentonville to Mena, Arkansas’s cycling economy is riding high as startups, accelerators, and trail projects fuel new business, jobs, and global investment in the Natural State.
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How the Lonoke County Sheriff’s Race Became Arkansas’s Most Watched Election
The race for Lonoke County Sheriff has become one of the most talked-about elections in Arkansas, as Aaron Spencer, currently facing a murder trial, challenges sitting Sheriff John Staley.
Business
Arkansas’s Small Businesses Battle Inflation and Instability
From inflation to the ongoing government shutdown, small businesses in Arkansas are facing mounting challenges. The state is now being urged to introduce more initiatives to provide relief.
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Ten Years Later Arkansas Still Seeks Answers in the Disappearance of Ebby Steppach
A decade after her disappearance, Arkansas continues to search for answers in the case of Little Rock teenager Ebby Steppach, whose 2015 vanishing and subsequent discovery remain unresolved.
Sports
Razorbacks Collapse After Halftime and Drop Sixth Straight in Stunning Fashion
Arkansas squandered a 21-10 halftime lead and fell 33-24 to Auburn, marking the Razorbacks sixth straight loss in a cold and wet night in Fayetteville.