Arkansas Grocery Tax Relief Act starts, saving taxpayers millions
Starting this Thursday, January 1, Arkansas residents will no longer have to pay the state grocery tax, resulting in a savings of nearly $11 million for taxpayers annually, as part of the Sanders Administration's efforts to reduce food insecurity in the state.
Longtime LRPD captain, Alexander Chief of Police honored with police procession
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — A longtime Arkansas law enforcement officer who took part in a pivotal racial discrimination lawsuit died earlier this month. Horace Walters, who was 79 when he passed, was a longtime captain in the Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) and also served as the Chief of Police in nearby Alexander for...
Weather Change: Temperatures Plunge Today
The spring like weather the Lakes Region has experienced for Christmas Week will be pushed out with an Arctic Blast. The National Weather Service says a front will move through the region this afternoon as temperatures will reach the 70s just afternoon before a wind shift to the northwest will send the temperatures...
Unemployment numbers steady in northern Arkansas, improve in southern Missouri in September
The latest unemployment numbers from the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services and the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center show unemployment rates have remained steady in north central Arkansas and were improved in southern Missouri in September when compared to the August numbers. In Baxter County,...
Arkansas History for December 28: Albert Lee Scarber of Rosston vanishes
Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for December 28, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Historical Arkansas events and...
Arkansas to End .125% Grocery Sales Tax in 2026, Saving Families $10–12 Million Annually
Arkansas shoppers will see lower grocery bills in the new year as the state officially eliminates the 0.125% sales tax on essential food items beginning January 1, 2026. The change, passed under House Bill 1685 and signed as Act 1008, is expected to save residents $10–12 million annually, according to Arkansas...
This Arkansas Food Truck Is So Good, People Detour Off The Highway Just To...
The highway stretches out before you, a long and winding road that promises adventure and discovery. But for those in the know, there’s a secret stop that’s worth taking a detour for: Uncle Tim’s Food Truck. This humble eatery has become a legend among travelers, with people...
Two sloth bear cubs join Little Rock Zoo family
Little Rock Zoo officials shared Friday that their sloth bear mother, Kayla, gave birth to two cubs over the weekend.
Arkansas History for December 27: End of the convict lease system
Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for December 27, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Historical Arkansas events and...
The Enormous Flea Market In Arkansas Where $35 Fills Your Backseat With Bargains
Imagine a place where thirty-five bucks can transform your empty backseat into a treasure trove of vintage finds, where that perfect mid-century lamp costs less than your fancy coffee order, and where haggling isn’t just allowed—it’s practically expected. Welcome to Country Club Flea Market in Sherwood, where...

















