Little Rock AR

Entergy Arkansas is proposing a new natural gas power plant, the Jefferson County Power Station, to be built near the existing White Bluff coal-fired power plant in Jefferson County, which is scheduled to stop burning coal in 2028. Entergy agreed to take the White Bluff plant offline in a 2021...

Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for August 4, 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...

TYLER – The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has confirmed a new world record for the longest lightning flash or “megaflash,” which struck from East Texas to Kansas City. According to our news partner KETK, he extensive 515-mile-long lightning flash struck during a severe thunderstorm complex on Oct. 22 of...

Arkansas Press Women announced the winners of its annual Professional Communications Contest at an awards luncheon June 21 at Central Baptist College in Conway. Work produced in a variety of communications fields during 2024 was eligible to compete. Two 501 LIFE contributors entered articles and placed in the contest...

The Arkansas Broadcasters Association will honor former Razorback coach Nolan Richardson as Arkansan of the Year at its annual convention luncheon this fall.

An educator sheds light on accused double murderer's behavior from their shared time at OSU-Tulsa

ALEXANDER, Ark. (KATV) — Around 5:50 p.m., on July 31, officers of the Alexander Police Department, Pafford EMS, and the Alexander Fire Department were called to the 17200 block of Brookwood Road in Alexander for a reported pedestrian vs train accident. Upon arrival, officers discovered 71-year-old Thomas Garrison...

The South End community, with the help of the William E. Thrasher Boys and Girls Club, St. Mark Baptist Church, and Chase Bank, held a back-to-school bash to provide students with the supplies they need to start the school year.

He is known as a dad, husband and pastor, but most importantly as Papa to his grandchildren. Joy and faith are the two things that kept Marcus McDonald grounded throughout his cancer journey.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — This Saturday, Little Rock is set to host a unique health fair that combines fitness and community spirit, all while honoring a local hero. The event, organized by the Little Rock Black Firefighters Association and the Little Rock Fire Department in partnership with Omnis CrossFit, promises...