Arkansas History for June 9: Morgan Nick kidnapped
Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for June 9, with notable births and deaths of people with Arkansas connections for this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Much of this information c
Arkansas returns trophy bass to Arkansas lakes after spawning program
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has completed a major milestone in the inaugural year of its Legacy Lunker Program.
High heat index will put area under Heat Advisory on Tuesday
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Much of the Mid-South will be under a Heat Advisory from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday, as heat indexes climb above 100 degrees. High temperatures will be in the mid-90s on Wednesday through Saturday. Heat index values up to 107 are expected in portions of East Arkansas, North Mississippi, West Tennesse
Arkansas State Fire Marshal retiring after 45 years of service
The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management announced in a news release Monday that State Fire Marshal Dennis Free will retire effective July 1, concluding a career marked by "dedication, professionalism and an unwavering commitment to public safety."
Lead detective fired after judge tosses Spencer homicide case
Lonoke County Sheriff John Staley said he fired Detective Robbie McCain after reviewing the circumstances surrounding an investigation that led a judge to dismiss the criminal case against Aaron Spencer back on June 4. Staley announced the personnel decision in a statement released June 5 after Special Circuit Judge Ra
Arkansas family says they have a 10-year wait to receive help from state for...
For Paige and Seth McCammon, caring for their two-year-old son Turner comes with unique challenges.
NWS Tulsa confirms 3 tornadoes in NW Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Three confirmed tornadoes from northwest Arkansas storms Saturday, June 6th, according to damage surveyed by the National Weather Service in Tulsa. TORNADO #1. Witcherville, Arkansas (Sebastian County) Rating: EF-1 Peak Winds: 90-100 MPH. The Witcherville tornado started just before 7:30 PM S
Small craft advisory issued for Arkansas River
LITTLE ROCK — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a small craft advisory for the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System in Arkansas. Heavy rainfall in eastern Oklahoma and western Arkansas has resulted in Arkansas River flows exceeding 70,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). Small craft advisories are...
Our House Opens Resale Store, Donation Center in LR
Our House recently cut the ribbon on its new Resale Store and Donation Center in Little Rock. The facility is located at 825 N. University Ave. in the former Knowledge Tree building. “Today marks an expansion of opportunity for the people we serve and for the community members who support...
Arkansas country singer Justin Moore to step away from touring temporarily
Arkansas country music star Justin Moore announced he will be taking a break from touring to focus on his health and will miss some upcoming shows.
