Is It Legal to Declaw a Cat in Arkansas? What the Law Says
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! If you own a cat in Arkansas and are weighing your options around scratching behavior, one of the first questions you may ask is whether declawing is even allowed in the state. The answer matters not only for your cat’s welfare but also for un
16 cases of cyclosporiasis reported in Arkansas; expert warns about vegetables, dehydration risk
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The Arkansas Department of Health has reported 16 cases of cyclosporiasis — a parasite that causes explosive diarrhea — as a nationwide outbreak continues to spread across 34 states. Dr. Shane Speights, dean of NYIT’s School of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University, said...
Arkansas State Police launch traffic law video series
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT) - Arkansas State Police launched a new video series on Wednesday called “Rules of the Road,” aimed at helping the public understand common traffic laws. The series will focus on scenarios Arkansas State Troopers typically encounter. The first video covers what drivers should do...
NLR’s North Bar Closes Its Doors
North Bar in North Little Rock has closed. Former employee Bryan Lowe posted to a private Facebook group that staff were informed during a preshift meeting Tuesday. Since then, many others have posted about the closure on social media, lamenting the high cost of goods, the challenges impacting the restaurant business a
Highway Commissioner Jerry Halsey Lays Out Bold Vision for Northeast Arkansas Infrastructure
Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – For newly appointed Arkansas Highway Commissioner Jerry Halsey, roads aren’t simply about getting from one place to another. They are the foundation for economic growth, safer travel, stronger communities, and the long-term future of Northeast Arkansas. Appearing on Arkansas State.
As CEO Cockman Retires, Cromwell Promotes Four in Executive Transition
Arkansas architecture and engineering firm Cromwell recently announced that Chairman and CEO Greg Cockmon has retired after 37 years with the firm. Effective July 9, Dan Fowler has assumed the role of chairman and CEO as part of a long-planned leadership transition. Along with Fowler’s promotion, Todd Kuhn has been...
Arkansas reports at least 10 ‘explosive’ diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora cases in 2026
The Arkansas Department of Health has confirmed 10 cases of cyclosporiasis in the state so far this year, with symptoms including diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss, and fever, and prevention through safe food-handling practices.
Tempus fund acquires North Little Rock, Fayetteville buildings for $42 million
Five buildings spanning 336,242 square feet on about 22.5 acres in North Little Rock and Fayetteville recently changed hands for a combined $42.1 million. The purchase price equals $125 per square foot. Little Rock-based real estate investment firm Tempus Realty Partners said Tuesday (July 14) that its perpetual-life i
Scattered downpours ahead of our hottest weekend so far
Brief showers returned today, making way for unsettled weather and scattered thunderstorms through Thursday before a hot weekend and a Monday cold front arrive.
Arkansas Has A Firefly Festival That Turns A Botanical Garden Into A Glowing Wonderland...
Summer evenings can feel completely different once the garden gates stay open after sunset. Paths begin to glow, performers appear between the plants, and families settle in for a night that feels pulled from a storybook. This annual Arkansas celebration turns a familiar botanical setting into something playful without

















