North Little Rock family business opens back up after months of being closed down...
Cary’s Grill and Bar had been closed for four months after a business next door had a fire that caused smoke and soot to cover the entire inside of the restaurant. The co-owner of Cary’s Grill and Bar was Terrell Sanders, who explained how the fire from another business affected their own.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signs executive order to speed state permitting process
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed an executive order to speed up the permitting process within the state government, requiring agencies to review and improve their processes within 120 days and submit an improvement plan within 180 days.
AST Blog: 5 Years Since the February 2021 Deep Freeze
On February 14–15, snow and sleet spread across the state, and some spots saw snow coming down at rates up to 2 inches per hour. Little Rock ended that first round with 8.4 inches, and the cold was already intense, with high temperatures stuck in the single digits and teens across much of the state.
Arkansas Residents Catch a Rare Phenomenon Known as a Fogbow
This morning, something magical unfolded in the skies over Arkansas—an almost mystical fogbow appeared, leaving residents in awe of its ghostly beauty.
Sanders signs Executive Order requiring state agencies to review, create efficiency plans
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed an Executive Order that will require Arkansas state agencies to review their efficiency. The Order declares that any Cabinet-level state agency, board, or commission that issues permits, licenses, or other regulatory approvals must conduct a review...
Arkansas Scholarship Lottery launches new draw game: Millionaire for Life
LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) is set to launch Millionaire for Life™, an all-new multi-state draw game, on Feb. 22, 2026. “Whether it’s a draw game or a scratch-off ticket, we always look forward to offering Arkansans new ways to win big,” said ASL Executive Director Sharon Strong. “As a...
3 Major Restaurant Chains Closing Doors in Arkansas: March 2026
Wendy’s is entering a critical phase of its "Project Fresh" initiative, which involves closing between 298 and 358 restaurants nationwide in the first half of 2026. With nearly 100 locations across Arkansas, the state is feeling the impact of this "mid-single-digit" reduction in the brand's footprint. Target...
Arkansas liver transplant recipient recounts difficult journey of waiting for a miracle on transplant...
Don Rhoads never used to be emotional, but he is now and for good reason. On March 2, 2021, Don received a gift he never wanted but was thankful to get. He now tells a story of courage, faith, disappointment and inspiration. It’s a routine Don abides by religiously. Medicine,...
Cancer Prevention in Motion: Why Exercise Matters
“Movement is medicine” isn’t just a saying. It’s a fact. Studies consistently show moderate exercise boosts both physical and mental well-being. It also reduces the likelihood of developing cancer and improves survival and quality of life for those diagnosed. Yet in Arkansas, the United Health Foundation reports...
Family, faith and music help Conway girl through skull removal surgery
Music can be used as an escape from reality, but for 13-year-old Savannah Bradford, it isn’t an escape, it’s one of the ways she fights her battles.

















