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Little Rock mayor announces plans for citywide 10 p.m. weekend curfew for minors
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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July 15, 2025
The Little Rock Board of Directors on Tuesday unanimously approved Mayor Frank Scott Jr.’s request for an all-week 10 p.m. curfew for unaccompanied minors effective immediately until the start of September after crimes reported downtown,...
Sherri Sanders: Okra in Arkansas: Tips for a healthy harvest
The Daily Citizen - Arkansas
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Okra is a beloved Southern staple, thriving in the hot, sunny summers of Arkansas. Whether you're growing Clemson spineless, red burgundy or one of the many heirloom varieties, okra is relatively easy to grow — but it's not without challenges....
Arkansas Advocate: Arkansas group files proposed injunction on direct democracy laws
Magnolia Reporter - Arkansas
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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...
Little Rock finishes 11th in recent bike network evaluation, behind surrounding cities and Northwest Arkansas
Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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July 13, 2025
Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. Little Rock finished 11th in Arkansas in the most recent 2025 PeopleForBikes ratings, which assigns scores to cities based on the quality of their bike network....
University of Arkansas professor arrested on CSAM possession charge
KLRT - Arkansas
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July 15, 2025
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A University of Arkansas professor was arrested after being accused of possessing child sexual abuse materials, according to court documents. Joshua McGee, 34, was arrested on July 11 on one count of possession of...
Arkansas History for July 16: Janet Huckabee's birthday
Magnolia Reporter - Arkansas
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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 awards $1.5M to support 80 local fairs, livestock shows
Northeast Arkansas News
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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...
KASU News: Arkansas Guard troops stay longer in flood-damaged Texas
KASU - Arkansas
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Today’s headlines from KASU News include the Arkansas National Guard extending its deployment to flood-ravaged Texas, legislation introduced by U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants, and an...
Arkansas State WR Corey Rucker Nominated for 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team
Deltaplex Media - Arkansas
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July 15, 2025
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...
NWS Keeping an Eye on Tropical System Along the Coast; Could Impact South Arkansas
Saline River News - Arkansas
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July 16, 2025
Thursday Sunny and hot, with a high near 99. Heat index values as high as 105. Calm wind becoming east northeast around 5 mph. Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 75. Calm wind. Friday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms...
Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund opens applications for fall scholarships Aug. 1
Stuttgart Daily Leader - Arkansas
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July 15, 2025
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...
Rezoning appeal of proposed residential development in Little Rock’s Hanger Hill deferred to Aug. 5
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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July 15, 2025
Developer Mike Orndorff has asked to delay his appeal of the Little Rock Planning Commission's denial of his proposal to construct four single-family residences on 0.16 acres in the Hanger Hill neighborhood. The Little Rock Board of Directors had...
Wilderness Aware brings Google Street View to Arkansas River
The Chaffee County Times - Colorado
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Wilderness Aware, a local rafting outfitter, has partnered with Trailview Studios to bring Google Street View to the Arkansas River, from Pine Creek through to Cañon City. Andrew Atwong, founder of Trailview Studios, has been doing Street View for...
UAMS Earns Accolades from Arkansas Times’ Readers
UAMS
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July 16, 2025
View Larger Image The UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute, Lee Archer, M.D., and C. Lowry Barnes, M.D., were awarded "Best of Arkansas" honors by Arkansas Times' readers. July 16, 2025 | Arkansas Times’ readers offered recent praise for the...
Northwest Arkansas club aims to bring together fragmented bike community
KNWA - Arkansas
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July 15, 2025
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — As Northwest Arkansas becomes home to one of the bucket list biking destinations in the United States, different organizations and events have popped up over the years to help fuel the community’s continued growth....
Arkansas refugee resettlement group raises concerns over impacts of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' Act
KHBS - Arkansas
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July 16, 2025
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,...
Arkansas Lottery Mega Millions, Cash 3 winning numbers for July 15, 2025
Southwest Times Record - Arkansas
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The Arkansas Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Tuesday, July 15, 2025 results for each game: Winning Mega Millions numbers from July 15 drawing 06-10-24-35-43, Mega Ball: 01 Check Mega Millions payouts...
Crews are working to build a bridge, expanding I-49 over the Arkansas River
KHBS - Arkansas
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July 16, 2025
Work is underway on a project to get Interstate 49 over the Arkansas River. The Arkansas Department of Transportation told 40/29 News that it is clearing trees and rocks from the area and will soon begin work on the substructure of a bridge over...
Arkansas farmer launches bid to challenge US Sen. Tom Cotton’s reelection bid
Associated Press
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July 15, 2025
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....
Saline County among 14 Arkansas counties approved for disaster food aid
The Saline Courier - Arkansas
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More than 11,100 households across 14 Arkansas counties, including Saline County, are eligible for food assistance through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) after severe storms. The...