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Chronic Wasting Disease Detected for First Time in Grant and Sevier Counties Arkansas

Saturday, December 20 by Luke Matheson

Wildlife officials have confirmed the first known cases of chronic wasting disease in Grant County after two white-tailed deer harvested by hunters tested positive, according to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. AGFC officials said the two deer from Grant County were identified through routine... Read More.

Third Bird Flu Case Confirmed at Cleveland County Poultry Farm as Arkansas Officials Urge Vigilance

Saturday, December 20 by Luke Matheson

State agriculture officials have confirmed a new case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), commonly known as bird flu, at a commercial poultry farm in Cleveland County, according to the Arkansas Department of Agriculture. The case was identified following an investigation conducted by the department... Read More.

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Lee Hardman Honored with Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Induction for Legendary Football Career

Friday, December 19 by Luke Matheson

Lee Hardman, a legendary figure in Arkansas football as both a player and coach, has been selected for induction into the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2026. Hardman, a Stuttgart native, made his mark as a standout defensive... Read More.

Arkansas State Wins Inaugural Xbox Bowl with Record-Setting Victory Over Missouri State

Friday, December 19 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State made history Thursday night by capturing the inaugural Xbox Bowl with a thrilling 34-28 victory over Missouri State at The Ford Center at The Star. The Red Wolves capped their 2025 season at 7-6, delivering the program’s sixth bowl win and securing... Read More.

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Arkansas Department of Health confirms one death from flu

Thursday, December 18 by Ray King

The Arkansas Department of Health has confirmed that at least one person has died so far this flu season. "The ADH can confirm at least one influenza-related death during the current flu season," said ADH spokesperson Ashley Whitlow. "To protect the privacy of the individual(s),... Read More.

Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services Named Arkansas Department of the Year for 2025

Tuesday, December 16 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services has been named the 2025 Arkansas Fire and EMS Service Department of the Year by the Arkansas EMT Association. The department was recognized Monday night during the Pine Bluff City Council meeting. Interim Fire Chief Randy Compton spoke with... Read More.

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African American Coalition of Arkansas Awards Scholarships and Celebrates Leadership at Annual Douglass Lincoln Luncheon

Tuesday, December 16 by Luke Matheson

The African American Coalition of Arkansas hosted its annual Douglass–Lincoln Luncheon, bringing together community leaders, elected officials and supporters to celebrate education, leadership and civic engagement. During the event, the coalition awarded three scholarships to outstanding students from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.... Read More.

Arkansas Supreme Court Expands Legislative Power to Amend Voter Approved Constitutional Amendments

Monday, December 15 by Luke Matheson

In a unanimous decision Thursday, the Arkansas Supreme Court overturned a decades-old precedent that had limited the legislature’s ability to amend voter-approved constitutional amendments, a ruling that could significantly reshape the state’s initiative and referendum process. According to KATV, the court overruled its 1951 decision... Read More.

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Arkansas Supreme Court Appoints Special Judge in Lawsuit Challenging Sheriff Woods’ Eligibility

Friday, December 12 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas Supreme Court has appointed Judge Randall Wright as a special judge to preside over a high-profile lawsuit seeking to remove Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. from the 2026 election ballot, after all local judges recused themselves from the case. The appointment comes... Read More.

Arkansas State Police Recognize Officers at Annual Officer of the Year Awards

Friday, December 12 by Luke Matheson

Trooper Hunter Grubbs was named 2025 Statewide Officer of the Year at the 23rd annual Officer of the Year Awards ceremony held at the Benton Events Center on Thursday. Grubbs, who also received recognition as the Southwest Regional winner, was honored for his outstanding... Read More.

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Arkansas Scholarship Lottery has big November

Thursday, December 11 by Rick Walker

November was a huge month for the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery. Riding the headwinds of a Mega Millions jackpot that reached nearly $1 billion in mid-November and a Powerball jackpot that exceeded $700 million by the end of the month, the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery raised... Read More.

Arkansas Unemployment Continues Climbing; Jefferson County One of Highest in the State

Wednesday, December 10 by Luke Matheson

Unemployment continues to inch upward in Arkansas, and Jefferson County remains one of the hardest-hit areas, according to new figures released by the Arkansas Department of Commerce and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Arkansas’ seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose from 3.8% in August to... Read More.

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Chronic Wasting Disease Detected for First Time in Grant and Sevier Counties Arkansas

Third Bird Flu Case Confirmed at Cleveland County Poultry Farm as Arkansas Officials Urge Vigilance

Lee Hardman Honored with Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Induction for Legendary Football Career

Arkansas State Wins Inaugural Xbox Bowl with Record-Setting Victory Over Missouri State

Arkansas Department of Health confirms one death from flu

Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services Named Arkansas Department of the Year for 2025

African American Coalition of Arkansas Awards Scholarships and Celebrates Leadership at Annual Douglass Lincoln Luncheon

Arkansas Supreme Court Expands Legislative Power to Amend Voter Approved Constitutional Amendments

Arkansas Supreme Court Appoints Special Judge in Lawsuit Challenging Sheriff Woods’ Eligibility

Arkansas State Police Recognize Officers at Annual Officer of the Year Awards

Arkansas Scholarship Lottery has big November

Arkansas Unemployment Continues Climbing; Jefferson County One of Highest in the State

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