Arkansas Lottery Powerball, Cash 3 winning numbers for Aug. 17, 2026
The Arkansas Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at Monday, Aug. 17, 2026 results for each game: Winning Powerball numbers from Aug. 17 drawing 08-15-25-49-65, Powerball: 22, Power Play: 4 Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Cash 3 numbers from Aug. 17 dr
State Parks urge safety, responsibly in heat
As the intense heat wave continues, Arkansas State Parks is encouraging all visitors to recreate responsibly and stay safe while enjoying outdoor adventures. Park staff remain prepared to welcome guests with hospitality and guidance, and remind everyone that memorable moments can still be made safely, even in hot condi
Wildfire near Fordyce burns 249 acres over the weekend
Large grass fires sparked off I-40 near Van Buren in Central Arkansas have been brought under control, but dry conditions and triple-digit heat have created a dangerous situation across the state. Storms that passed through Central Arkansas brought with them some large grass fires that sparked off I-40 near Van...
6 Arkansas Late-Summer Festivals So Unusual They Are Worth The Drive
Late summer is a great excuse to point the car toward the Ozarks and see what is happening beyond the usual weekend stops. Arkansas has festivals that can turn a simple day trip into something you will still be talking about weeks later. Imagine wagons racing at speed, knights battling...
New rules expand animal control authority in unincorporated Saline County after attacks
SALINE COUNTY, Ark. (KATV) — The Saline County Quorum Court has voted 11-1 to pass an ordinance that would grant animal control further reach of their power within Saline County, and also hold owners responsible for the actions of their pets. Following a second reading of Ordinance No. 2010-64,...
Caterpillar North Little Rock investing an additional $3 million for Arkansas jobs
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Caterpillar Inc. officials in North Little Rock said on Monday that the company was investing $3 million in its facility to boost Arkansas job growth. Officials said the move is part of its company-wide $100 million Building the Future Workforce Initiative. The $3 million...
Arkansas Department of Agriculture Opens Wildland Fire Kit Applications
Little Rock, AR – Contributed – The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for wildland fire suppression kits through Oct. 2. Applications can be submitted online here. Through a grant from the U.S. Forest Service, the department will distribute 70 wildland fire suppression kits to rural...
Southeast Arkansas Corps of Engineers $346 million-plus project completion marked with ribbon-cutting
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials completed a $346 million project on August 12 to protect the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System from uncontrolled channel changes.
Forbes names Best Employers by State
A few companies with a presence in the Morrilton area have been named to the Forbes 2026 list of America’s Best Employers by State. Included in the list of the top 25 employers in Arkansas are Waffle House, Casey’s General Stores, CommonSpirit Health, Arvest Bank, Tyson Foods, the University of Arkansas, UAMS, and Walm
Burn Bans Expand Across Ark-La-Tex as Fire Danger Continues to Rise
Fire danger is increasing across much of the Ark-La-Tex as hot, dry conditions continue, prompting a growing number of counties and parishes to restrict outdoor burning. Residents are being urged to check local restrictions before burning brush, trash or other materials, as conditions can change quickly and burn-ban li
