A Boone County man is facing serious felony charges after being arrested by the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division following an investigation requested by the local prosecuting attorney. According to the Arkansas State Police,…
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First Community Bank Opens New Harrison, Arkansas Location on Highway 62/65 North
First Community Bank has officially opened the doors to its newest location in Harrison, giving customers a modern banking facility conveniently located at 1204 Highway 62/65 North. The new branch features both lobby and drive-through…
Arkansas Ends Fiscal Year 2026 with $655 Million Budget Surplus and Record General Revenue
Arkansas closed Fiscal Year 2026 on a strong financial note, ending the year with a $655 million budget surplus while fully funding the Revenue Stabilization Act, according to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration’s…
New Arkansas Tire Law Takes Effect July 1, Could Increase Tire Disposal Fees
A new Arkansas law took effect on Wednesday, July 1, changing how tire disposal costs are handled and allowing tire dealers to charge additional fees for transporting and disposing of used tires. The Tire Management…
Arkansas Hospitals Generate $19.7 Billion in Economic Output, New Report Shows
Arkansas hospitals continue to be a major economic engine across the state, generating an estimated $19.73 billion in annual economic output while serving as essential healthcare providers for communities large and small. According to the…
Arkansas Ban on Soft Drinks and Candy Purchased with SNAP Benefits Takes Effect July 1
A major change to Arkansas’ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, officially takes effect on July 1, 2026. Under a waiver approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, SNAP benefits in…
BREAKING UPDATE: Arkansas National Guard Announces Fly Over Arkansas Schedule for America’s 250th Celebration
The Arkansas National Guard is taking to the skies as part of the Fly Over Arkansas celebration honoring America’s 250th Birthday, with military aircraft scheduled to fly over communities across the Natural State from June…
Dangerous Heat Expected Across Arkansas This Week With Heat Index Up To 114 Degrees
Dangerous heat will dominate the Arkansas weather forecast this week as the National Weather Service warns of increasingly hazardous conditions across much of the state. The greatest heat risk is expected Tuesday through Thursday as…
Harrison Man Arrested In White County Child Internet Stalking Sting Operation
A Harrison man is facing a Class Y felony charge following an undercover child internet stalking investigation conducted by the White County Sheriff’s Office and multiple law enforcement agencies. According to investigators, Jacob Fletcher, 39,…
Arkansas Phone-Free Schools Law Praised As Toy Story 5 Echoes Message Of Healthy Screen Time Balance
The Old Independence Regional Museum will celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States with a special free public program on Sunday, June 28, at 2:00 p.m. The event will feature Dr. Kieran O’Keefe,…
