Cities set to open warming centers as cold front is set to bring freezing...
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Arkansas is set to be hit with a cold front, and to battle this, many cities are opening their warming centers. Warming Center open 12/29 & 12/30 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. at the New Commandment Church of God in Christ (703 S. James Street)
Little Rock police increase loitering, panhandling enforcement following safety concerns
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Little Rock police said they have increased enforcement of the state’s loitering law after safety concerns raised this summer by Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin, though the city’s vice mayor said enforcement has not been consistent. On July 10, Griffin warned that...
Arkansas State Police release additional information on I-630 shooting that left three injured
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Officials with the Arkansas State Police have released additional information on the Saturday evening shooting on Interstate 630 that left three injured. According to a release, the shooting happened shortly after 7 p.m. on Saturday on I-630 westbound near the Two-Mile marker in downtown Little...
Sales tax on food to be eliminated in Arkansas in 2026
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — New laws in 2026 also come with some reduced costs for people living in the Mid-South. On January 1, Arkansas is doing away with the state’s sales tax on food at 0.125%. Many talk about the rising cost of groceries. “It irks me in my spirit. I’m just gonna go back […]
8 No-Frills BBQ Joints In Arkansas That’ll Have You Licking Your Fingers
Looking for finger-licking BBQ spots in Arkansas without all the fancy stuff?. These 8 no-frills BBQ joints serve up smoky, delicious meat that will have you coming back for seconds!. 1. OZ Smokehouse (Rogers) Tucked into a charming brick building in downtown Rogers, OZ Smokehouse is what BBQ dreams are...
Pump prices continue to decline into the new year
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Drivers may have noticed a decrease in pump prices across the Natural State. In a weekly survey, GasBuddy reported prices fell 2 cents per gallon last week to $2.33 per gallon. “Prices in Arkansas are 20.3 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand...
Backyard Chicken Laws in Arkansas: What You Need to Know Before Starting Your Flock
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Arkansas allows backyard chickens in most areas, but the rules vary dramatically from one city to another. While… This article, Backyard Chicken Laws in Arkansas: What You Need to Know Before Starting Your Flock , appeared first on Animal...
Arkansas Children’s receives historic $50 million gift from philanthropist B. Thomas Golisano
Arkansas Children’s received the largest single philanthropic gift in its history — $50 million from Paychex founder and philanthropist B. Thomas Golisano. The landmark gift will support key strategic priorities for the health system, including its $371 million expansion. The 10-year systemwide growth plan includes...
Teen dead after Arkansas crash involving car, motorcycle, and commercial motor vehicle
One teen has died after a crash on Interstate 40 in North Little Rock, Ark. on Christmas Day. According to an Arkansas State Police (ASP)
New laws going into effect across the Mid-South on January 1: What you need...
The start of 2026 brings a new wave of laws across the Mid-South, each aimed at shaping how states handle public safety, education, and taxes. In Tennessee, several new laws focus on public safety and the protection of minors. Beginning Thursday, Jan. 1, social media platforms will be required to obtain parental...

















