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The Arkansas Economic Development Commission has opened a third round of funding aimed at helping communities prepare industrial sites for future economic development projects. The latest round of the Arkansas Site Development Program will make $25 million available to cities, counties, economic development organizatio

Arkansas Medicaid is preparing to begin covering doula services September 1st after state lawmakers approved rules implementing the new maternal health benefit. The Arkansas Legislative Council approved the rules August 21st, clearing the legislative hurdle that remained when the proposal was considered earlier this mo

Putt Chip Chill, a new entertainment venue in North Little Rock featuring a premium putting course and dining options, opened for business on Friday.

Authorities said they have arrested a suspect in a shooting that took place last weekend in Pulaski County.

Long before he became an international legend, Ernest Hemingway spent time in Piggott, Arkansas—where he penned parts of 'A Farewell to Arms

Authorities in Saline County are seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect vehicle involved in a recent incident at Patina & Grace Flea Market and Antiques. Investigators believe the vehicle in question is a 2015 to 2017 Chevrolet Trax and are urging anyone with information to contact law enforcement. Read mor

Rural healthcare providers and communities across Arkansas are receiving nearly $150 million in federal funding aimed at expanding services, improving technology and bringing more healthcare options closer to rural residents. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced $149.3 million in the first round of Rural Health Tr

A Tennessee man visiting Arkansas with his family discovered a 2.29-carat yellow diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park earlier this month. Barry G. Smith of Germantown, Tennessee, visited the park Sunday, Aug. 16, with his wife and two granddaughters, Sage and Juniper. The family was visiting Arkansas and Missouri a

Arkansas defensive lineman Xadavien Sims and safety Kyeaure Magloire discuss how head coach Ryan Silverfield's standards and vision led them to choosing Arkansas.

Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for August 28, 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 informatio