Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has declared a state of emergency in advance of severe winter weather expected to impact Arkansas on or about January 23, 2026, citing potential dangers to public safety, infrastructure, and essential…
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Cody Smith Announces Campaign for State Representative in District 39
Cody Smith has officially announced his candidacy for State Representative in District 39, a district that includes the communities of Bradford, Bald Knob, Judsonia, Plainview, Russell, and Velvet Ridge. Smith says his campaign is focused…
$1.8 Billion Powerball Ticket Sold in Cabot Claimed; Winner Chooses Lump Sum, Remains Anonymous
The $1.8 billion Powerball ticket sold at Murphy USA in Cabot has officially been claimed, according to the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery. Lottery officials confirmed that the winner has chosen to remain anonymous and selected the…
BREAKING: Harlem Globetrotters Game at Simmons Bank Arena Postponed Due to Weather, Rescheduled for April 11
The Harlem Globetrotters game originally scheduled for Saturday, January 24, at Simmons Bank Arena has been postponed due to inclement weather and travel safety concerns. Event organizers announced the game has been rescheduled for Saturday,…
Heber Springs Family Seeks Community Support as Local Woman Battles Rare Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
A Heber Springs family is asking for community support as they face an unimaginable battle with a rare and incurable brain disease. Loree Garriott, known by friends and family as a lifelong caregiver and source…
Arkansas State Police Urge Drivers to Avoid Unnecessary Travel as Winter Weather Moves In
As winter weather moves into the state, the Arkansas State Police are urging motorists to avoid unnecessary travel and prepare for hazardous driving conditions caused by freezing rain, snow, and bitter cold temperatures. Troopers say…
As Winter Storm Hits Arkansas, Fire Marshal Urges Safety During Community Risk Reduction Week
As a winter storm brings cold temperatures and increased home heating across Arkansas, the Arkansas State Fire Marshal’s Office is urging residents to use extra caution while recognizing Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Week, observed January…
Mountain View Fire Destroys Home on East Main Street, No Injuries Reported
The Mountain View Fire Department responded to a structure fire Tuesday evening that destroyed a home located at 2300 Highway 14 East (East Main Street). No injuries were reported, and a family pet was later…
State Shield Awards Arkansas A+ Rating, Names Governor Sanders Best Governor for National Security
State Shield has awarded Arkansas an A+ rating in its inaugural 2025 State Shield Scorecard, recognizing the state as a national leader in defending against foreign adversary influence, particularly threats linked to the Chinese Communist…
Blytheville Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Production of Child Pornography
A Russellville man has been sentenced to 210 months, or 17.5 years, in federal prison for attempted production of child pornography, according to the Office of the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of…
