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Lightning Strikes Twice: An Arkansas Man Bags Another $50,000

Talk about a stroke of good luck! An Arkansas man who won $50,000 earlier this month on a scratch-off ticket with the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery has done it again on the same game. Twice in One Month on a Scratch-off Ticket -$50,000 Travis S., a...

Arkansas and Tennessee authorities partner for weekend highway operation

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — Last weekend, Arkansas State Police (ASP) and the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) worked on a joint operation for targeted enforcement along the Interstate 40 corridor. ASP said in a media release that the operation was “aimed...

Arkansas releases new school pantry guide to fight student hunger

Governor Sanders and state officials are launching a School Food Pantry Toolkit to fight child hunger in Arkansas. ARKANSAS, USA — Governor Sarah H. Sanders, the Department of Education, and the Department of Agriculture announced a new initiative...

Arkansas man accused of kidnapping and rape of pregnant Wisconsin teen pleads not guilty

DODGE COUNTY, Wis. – An Arkansas man accused in the kidnapping and rape of a teen made a court appearance in Wisconsin on Tuesday. Gary Day is facing charges related to the kidnapping and rape of 16-year-old Sophia Franklin after she ran away from...

CCSU Men’s basketball finalized as team announces addition of Arkansas transfer Sanchez 

NEW BRITAIN — The Central Connecticut State University Blue Devils Men’s basketball team added its final addition to the 2025-2026 roster. The Blue Devils landed Arkansas transfer guard Melo Sanchez, a 6 foot 4 shooting guard that could be one of...

Senate committee advances Boozman's bill securing funds for Arkansas military priorities

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), serving as Chairman of the Senate Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee, has announced progress on legislation aimed at bolstering military and defense efforts...

New scholarship supports Arkansas Guard Members in trade education

A new scholarship is giving Arkansas National Guard members a leg up in the trades. The Arkansas National Guard Foundation is launching a program that offers five $1,000 scholarships for members attending trade schools or certificate programs....

Pittman on playing Arkansas State in Jonesboro: ‘Not real interested’

It was expected that Arkansas head football coach Sam Pittman would be asked about the historic, and long-awaited for some, in-state showdown between his Razorbacks and Arkansas State when he took the podium at SEC Media Days on Thursday. It has...

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Van Buren officer accused of internet stalking of a child arrested & fired

A Van Buren police officer was arrested and accused of internet stalking of a child, according to a news release sent by Arkansas State Police.Jason Matthew Scites, 45, was booked into jail just after midnight on Tuesday. No bond was listed.Scites...

Arkansas Advocate: Arkansas group files proposed injunction on direct democracy laws

The League of Women Voters of Arkansas on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 asked a judge to temporarily block enforcement of several new state laws regulating direct democracy that it argued are unconstitutional. The nonpartisan group has proposed for the...

Arkansas History for July 16: Janet Huckabee's birthday

Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for July 16, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other...

Arkansas State WR Corey Rucker Nominated for 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team

Arkansas State wide receiver Corey Rucker has been named a nominee for the 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, one of the most prestigious honors in college football that recognizes excellence in community service, leadership, and academic...

UPDATED: Arkansas can outlaw public school ‘indoctrination,’ ‘CRT,’ appeals court rules

Share This Article Arkansas’ ban on “indoctrination” in public schools doesn’t violate students’ free speech protections because the government has a right to dictate what is taught, a federal appeals court panel ruled Wednesday. The three-judge...

Arkansas farmer launches bid to challenge US Sen. Tom Cotton’s reelection bid

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A sixth-generation farmer from northeast Arkansas announced Tuesday that she is seeking the Democratic nomination to challenge Sen. Tom Cotton, the chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee who is seeking a third term....

Cities within Carroll County saw no change in number of active legal licenses in June compared to previous month

Arkansas Judiciary John Dan Kemp Chief Justice Position 1 | https://pbs.twimg.comArkansas Judiciary John Dan Kemp Chief Justice Position 1 | https://pbs.twimg.com There was no change in the number of lawyers with active licenses in cities within...

Arkansas awards $1.5M to support 80 local fairs, livestock shows

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is investing nearly $1.5 million into local fairs and livestock shows across the state, including in Northeast Arkansas. Greene, Clay, Mississippi, and Poinsett counties are among the recipients, with funds...

Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund opens applications for fall scholarships Aug. 1

Single parents across Arkansas who are attending college this fall can soon apply for much-needed financial help. The Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF) will open its fall application cycle on Aug. 1 with a Sept. 1 deadline. Chief...

Arkansas refugee resettlement group raises concerns over impacts of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' Act

A new federal law is changing how the U.S. handles immigration. A Northwest Arkansas refugee resettlement group, Canopy NWA, says it could have serious effects on families, businesses, and the broader economy. The "One Big Beautiful Bill" Act,...