Arkansas History Today: Arkansas State Council of Defense
Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for May 22, 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 c
AGFC celebrates World Fish Migration Day with fish passage improvements in southwest Arkansas
World Fish Migration Day, a global event held every two years on May 23, is often associated with coastal communities that depend on annual movements of commercially and recreationally attractive fish species, such as salmon in the Northwest and tarpon along the Gulf Coast. Landlocked Arkansas has just as much cause to
I-430 Southbound traffic backed up as emergency personnel work crash
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Traffic on I-430 Southbound is being backed up, as crews work a crash. Multiple law enforcement personnel have arrived on scene to assist with the accident and direct traffic.
Missing child complaint prompts search for juvenile, father in custody interference case
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Officers of the Pine Bluff Police Department are searching for a missing juvenile and father who is wanted for custody interference. Thursday, May 21, officers arrived at an apartment complex in the 3000 block of South Fir Street in response to a missing child complaint.
Tulsa Police arrest fugitive wanted in Arkansas
TULSA, Okla. — The Tulsa Police Department said they arrested a fugitive wanted in Arkansas.
Roni’s Mac Bar Brings ‘Viral Mac & Cheese’ to Arkansas!
Mac-and-cheese lovers in Arkansas are about to get a whole lot happier. The state’s first Roni’s Mac Bar is opening on Saturday, May 30, in Little Rock’s SoMa district!. Roni’s Mac Bar, also known as “the viral mac & cheese place,” is a fast-casual comfort food chain that specializes in customizable macaroni and cheese
Arkansas gas prices reach highest levels in four years, AAA says
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - As Arkansas travelers hit the road for the Memorial Day holiday, AAA says gas prices are at their highest levels in four years. The statewide average price of regular unleaded gasoline is $4.11 per gallon. That’s three cents more than last week and $1.31 a gallon more than last year.
Suspect arrested after 8-year-old dies in Little Rock hit-and-run collision
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A teenager has been arrested and an 8-year-old child is dead after a hit-and-run collision Thursday night. Officials with the Little Rock Police Department said that officers responded to a traffic collision around 8:30 p.m. near Windsor Drive involving a juvenile victim. The child was transported t
Entergy shuts down recreational Ouachita River water flow below Remmel Dam
Persistent drought conditions are prompting temporary changes to recreational water releases below Remmel Dam on the Ouachita River as Entergy Arkansas works to balance environmental needs and protect water resources for the long term. Current lake conditions continue to show the effects of limited rainfall across the
17 Things Most Arkansas Residents Never Realize About Cardinals
Cardinals appear across nearly every corner of Arkansas, from quiet rural backroads and Ozark forests to suburban neighborhoods and backyard feeders. Their bright red feathers stand out vividly against green summer trees, autumn leaves, and even gray winter skies. Because these birds are so familiar, many Arkansas resi

















