Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: Upper-level disturbance inbound
While Monday, July 13, only has an isolated shower or storm chance, an approaching upper-level disturbance brings scattered showers and storms to Arkansas midweek. Rain chances taper off late week into the weekend.
Drought conditions impacting cattle producers across the state
Parts of Arkansas have been deluged with rain during the last week, but nearly all of the state is in some form of drought, according to the U.S. drought monitor. All of Northeast Arkansas is in a moderate drought, while parts of Greene, Mississippi and Clay counties are under extreme drought conditions.
Report cites caregiving as top barrier for Arkansas women workers
A new report indicates there are barriers holding back Arkansas women from fully entering the economy. That report comes from United WE, a Missouri-based think tank that focuses on women's labor force participation and civic leadership. The report is a culmination of four in-person town halls across the state, as well
Arkansas poultry companies reach $44 million settlement with Oklahoma
A decades-long lawsuit over the pollution of the Illinois River Watershed (IRW) by poultry waste runoff has resulted in a settlement of nearly $44 million, according to Oklahoma State Attorney General Gentner Drummond. “This agreement allows us to turn the page on a dispute that has gone on for far...
The Gardens Expands Mental Health Support Across Arkansas
For many Arkansas adults living with serious mental illness, finding long-term support that goes beyond medical treatment can be challenging. The Gardens, a Community Support System Provider (CSSP), is working to change that by creating therapeutic communities designed to help individuals build meaningful, independent
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announces Belgium, UK, Ireland trade mission
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced a trade mission to Belgium, the United Kingdom and Ireland to secure investments in the state's aerospace and defense industries, building on previous successful missions.
Murphy USA’s ‘Store of Tomorrow’ Coming to Jacksonville
Murphy USA’s “Store of Tomorrow” is coming to Jacksonville. The gas station and convenience store will be one of up to 55 new locations Murphy USA plans to open across the U.S. this year. A press release referred to the stores as part of Murphy USA’s “next generation retail concept” — the “store of tomorrow.”
Dog Breeding Laws in Arkansas: What Breeders Need to Know
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Arkansas sits in an unusual position among U.S. states when it comes to dog breeding regulation. While most states have enacted comprehensive commercial breeder licensing laws, Arkansas has not — making it one of the least regulated states in
AGFC requiring hikers to buy permit when in Wilderness Management Areas
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission released July 1 a new permit for hikers on Wildlife Management Areas. The commission requires hikers who do not have a hunting or fishing license to purchase a $10.50 permit. The commission said that the permit will only be needed...
Mild temperatures to start week, heat builds by Friday
This week will be mild with temperatures in the upper 80s, but there is a chance for scattered rain and thunderstorms on Wednesday, and temperatures will climb into the 90s by Friday before potentially cooling down next week.

















