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Crews installing additional cable median barriers across Arkansas

Throughout the month of August, crews will be installing Cable Median Barriers (CMB) on highways and interstates in Arkansas to increase safety. Traffic fatalities and serious injuries often occur … more

ARDOT News | 7/31/25

ASP arrests suspect in Devil's Den double homicide

LOWELL — Special agents with the Arkansas State Police (ASP) have arrested James Andrew McGann, 28, of Springdale, in connection to a double homicide that occurred on Saturday, July 26, 2025, … more

From the Arkansas State Police | 7/31/25

ASP arrests two Lexa residents on multiple child exploitation charges

WEST HELENA — Special Agents with the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, have arrested two Lexa residents in connection with an ongoing … more

From the Arkansas State Police | 7/30/25

As life goes by

What a day! I have been thinking about Jeff retiring. I will miss him. He has been good to me and know many of the people in Newton County will miss him, as well. I started writing for the paper when … more

By ELAINE LAUNDERVILLE | 7/29/25

Swain

Happy August birthdays to: Brenda Woods, Jason Flud, Dana Brasel & Brock Matlock, Shelby Bradley, Joyce Breedlove, Effie Gilmore, Miranda & Renee Gilmore, Samantha and Millie Jane Heffley, … more

By KATHY MARTIN | 7/29/25

Compton

I wanted to remind everyone about the quilt raffle for the Compton Community Association. Contact any board member to purchase tickets. The price of tickets is $5 each or 5 tickets for $20. You may … more

By MATTHEW PIPER | 7/29/25

Extension Corner: Children at risk when left in hot cars

LITTLE ROCK — Sometimes all it takes is 10 minutes for a quick errand to turn into a dangerous day for a young child left in a car, said Brittney Schrick, extension family life specialist for … more

By MARY HIGHTOWER U of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture | 7/29/25

Pursuit and gunfire ends with multiple felony charges

WILLISVILLE — The Arkansas State Police (ASP) and the Nevada County Sheriff's Office (NCSO) have arrested and charged Daniel Wallace, 35, of Rosston, following a series of events on July 22, … more

From the Arkansas State Police | 7/28/25

With only a few days left before the start school, parents are encouraged to work with their children to help recover any areas of educational lapse that may have occurred over the summer.

Summer slide to sliding back into school

As children and parents are getting ready to go back to school, there are more things to work on than just getting supplies; it is about preparing them emotionally, mentally, and physically for an … more

By HANNAH HERRERA Hannah.Herrera@harrisondaily.com | 7/28/25

Farm School application period open through Sept. 30

FAYETTEVILLE — The application period for the 2026 edition of the Center for Arkansas Farms and Food Farm School will be open until Sept. 30 — a program that is now included in the GI … more

By MARY HIGHTOWER U of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture | 7/28/25

Back to School: How not to get an F in spending

Fast facts Arkansas sales tax holiday runs Aug. 2-3 Hendrix: Plan before you shop LITTLE ROCK — It’s not too early to plan for the Aug. 2-3 back-to-school sales tax holiday, … more

By MARY HIGHTOWER U of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture | 7/28/25

Carroll County FCS Agent Torrie Smith wanted to see how typical home-packed school lunches fared in terms of keeping food at a safe temperature.

Back to school: Keeping lunches out of the danger zone

Fast facts Temperature danger zone is between 40-140 degrees F Smith tests tactics for keep cold lunches cold, hot lunches hot BERRYVILLE, Ark. — Once a school lunch leaves your home … more

By MARY HIGHTOWER U of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture | 7/28/25

Back to school: What happens after school is important, too

Fast facts Routines can help keep family activities moving smoothly Start back-to-school routines before school starts LITTLE ROCK — What happens after school is as important as what … more

By MARY HIGHTOWER U of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture | 7/28/25

Governor launches 'School Food Pantry Toolkit'

LITTLE ROCK — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, the Arkansas Department of Education, and the Arkansas Department of Agriculture announced last week the launch of the School Food Pantry Toolkit. … more

7/28/25

Bob Dickson and his wife, Elisa, have established the Dickson Family Endowed Scholarship through the Arkansas Tech University Foundation

Dickson Family Endowed Scholarship established at ATU

RUSSELLVILLE — Bob Dickson was raised to believe in the life-changing power of education from an early age. “Probably the strongest voice for it was my mom, followed very quickly by my … more

ATU News | 7/28/25

Thirteen Arkansas schools received the designation as a “School of Conservation Leadership” at Thursday’s Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Meeting.

Deer School recognized among leaders in outdoor education

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission recognized 13 schools from across The Natural State with the designation of “Schools of Conservation Leadership” at … more

From the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission | 7/28/25

Couple killed at Devil’s Den State Park

WEST FORK — A couple who was killed at Devil's Den State Park on Saturday, July 26, was hiking with their two daughters when they were attacked. The girls, who are 7 and 9, were not injured and … more

From the Arkansas State Police | 7/27/25

Small businesses: Protecting your personal assets with an LLC

Many small businesses start as bootstrapped, one-person operations: just you, your idea, and a whole lot of hustle. But as your business grows, so do your responsibilities and risks. You might begin … more

By MABEL ALARCON-CRAVEN Center for Rural Affairs | 7/27/25

White County’s Ferren named Arkansas Governor’s Award winner at state 4-H O-Rama

FAYETTEVILLE — Ellie Ferren, the 2025 winner of the Arkansas 4-H Governor’s Award, is a woman whose community service and career aspirations are driven by her green thumb, work ethic and … more

By MARY HIGHTOWER U of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture | 7/26/25

Extension to host Southern Chow-Chow relish workshop, part of preservation demo series

LITTLE ROCK — At the upcoming Southern Chow-Chow workshop, hosted by the Cooperative Extension Service on Aug. 23, attendees will learn to combine green tomatoes, bell peppers and cabbage to … more

By REBEKAH HALL U of A System Division of Agriculture | 7/26/25