Lake Conway renovation nears three-year mark as restoration continues
FAULKNER COUNTY, Ark. (KATV) — Nearly three years after Lake Conway was drained for a major renovation, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission said the five-year restoration project has passed the halfway mark. Construction crews are rebuilding the lake's infrastructure while adding new habitat designed to improve fishi
Arkansas gas prices dropping in latest weekly report
Average gas prices in Arkansas dropped to $3.68 per gallon last week, following a decrease in domestic crude oil prices and seasonal shifts in travel demand.
Arkansas History for August 7: Lafayette County Press starts publication
Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for August 7, 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
Arkansas’ “No Cell to the Bell” policy helping students stay focused in the classroom
EL DORADO, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — As students across Arkansas settle into a new school year, schools are continuing to enforce the state’s “No Cell to the Bell” policy, a law aimed at reducing distractions and improving classroom engagement. The policy allows students to bring their cell phones and other electronic devices
Repeat offender receives 235 months in federal prison after Arkansas gun case
Little Rock, Ark. (KATV) — Percy Jackson, 41, of Memphis, Tennessee, was sentenced Thursday, August 6, to 235 months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm in Arkansas. Jonathan D. Ross, United States attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas, announced the sentence, which...
Things to Do in Arkansas This Weekend (Aug. 7-9)
This weekend, Arkansas will host various events including a John Legend concert, the 50th annual Hope Watermelon Festival, and several local festivals and sports activities.
Crashes stall traffic across Central Arkansas interstates
Multiple crashes and a vehicle fire delayed commuters throughout Central Arkansas on Thursday morning.
Theft and Holds in Wednesday’s Saline County Mugshots on 08062026
Mugshots seen here are from the last few days of booking at the Saline County Detention Center. Having a mugshot does not equate with being guilty of a crime. Some faces will be seen frequently, since those on probation must check in on a regular basis. To see more information on a subject, click on their name.
Parasite outbreak spreads in Texas and Arkansas; Miller County reports cases
Miller County is among the Arkansas counties reporting confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic intestinal illness that has sickened more than 10,000 people nationwide this summer and prompted a recall of iceberg lettuce sold at Walmart stores in both Texas and Arkansas. The Arkansas Department of Health map rele
NAEC right-of-way employee injured Thursday morning, airlifted to Little Rock hospital
A North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC- right-of-way employee was injured while working in Ozark Acres in Sharp County Thursday morning. He was airlifted to a Little Rock hospital. NAEC CEO Mel Coleman says “We are thankful for the quick response of our right-of-way crew and local emergency personnel. Please join.

















