Safe Haven Baby Box expansion continues with new Arkansas location
Right now, Arkansas is home to a total of 36 Safe Haven Baby Boxes and a 37th one is on its way, providing a last resort to parents in crisis.
Advocates push child safety reforms for Arkansas school vouchers
KYLE KELLAMS: Last week, ProPublica reported on a private school in Arkansas receiving state taxpayer money. The report provided evidence of child maltreatment at that private school. Despite the school's founder being charged with nearly a dozen felonies, the school continues to receive state funding, and the school's
FEMA approves $76.3M in disaster funds for five states, including Oklahoma
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — FEMA approved more than $76. 3 million in post-disaster funding for five states, including Oklahoma. Funding is going towards Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program projects in Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Managem
Get Loud Arkansas trains young voters to lead their communities
Get Loud Arkansas is hosting its second annual Summer Youth Ambassador program. The nonprofit brings together high school and college students from across the state to develop leadership skills while encouraging civic participation throughout the summer. Ambassadors volunteer at community events, create social media ca
“I would not wish this on my worst enemy.” Arkansan recounts experience with cyclosporiasis...
The Arkansas Department of Health reports 36 cases of cyclosporiasis in the state so far this year; 26 more cases than were reported just last week.
Bryant hands MacLeod first loss at state tourney
BRYANT — Defensive miscues, along with 12 walks and hit-by-pitches allowed by four MacLeod pitchers, allowed the Bryant Junior Black Sox to post big rallies in the fifth and seventh innings during a 14-0 triumph Monday night in the Arkansas Junior American Legion State Tournament. Bryant led only 4-0...
Arkansas company is finding innovative uses for mobile storage
The use of mobile storage containers has drastically improved the way construction sites operate. Now, Little Rock-based Hugg and Hall Mobile Storage, which is marking 30 years in business this year, is looking to the future with ideas of how simple steel shipping containers can greatly improve aspects of other industr
Arkansas History for July 21: Medal of Honor recipient receives recognition
Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for July 21, 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
These Arkansas All-You-Can-Eat Buffets Make The Drive Feel Worth It
The best road trips sometimes end with an empty plate and a very full table. Arkansas knows how to make that happen. These all-you-can-eat buffets give hungry travelers a reason to plan the drive around dinner instead of treating food like a quick stop. One place piles on fried catfish, while another keeps the sushi tr
Gas prices see big jump in Arkansas this week
Average gasoline prices in Arkansas have risen 15.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.58 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 1,826 stations in Arkansas. Prices in Arkansas are 6.2 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 84.3 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national averag
