Due to hazardous road conditions caused by an ongoing winter storm, Sarah Huckabee Sanders has ordered Arkansas state office buildings to remain closed except for critical operations on Friday, January 30, 2026. State officials say…
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Warming Centers Open Across Central and North Central Arkansas as Dangerous Cold Moves In
As dangerously cold temperatures move into the region, multiple warming centers and emergency shelters are opening across Central and North Central Arkansas to help protect residents from freezing conditions. A warming center is a temporary…
Arkansas power outage winter preparedness
Power companies across Arkansas are preparing for extreme winter weather and freezing temperatures expected to impact the state beginning January 23, urging customers to take steps now to stay safe and minimize risks if outages…
Winter Storm Warning Issued for Arkansas as Heavy Snow, Sleet, and Ice Expected Through Sunday
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for much of Arkansas from noon Friday through 6:00 p.m. Sunday, as a major winter system brings heavy snow, sleet, and ice to the region. Forecasters say northern…
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…
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…
Russellville Man Sentenced to 17.5 Years in Federal Prison for Attempted 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…
Heber Springs Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on I-57 in White County
A Heber Springs man was killed Tuesday night in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 57 in rural White County, according to a preliminary report from the Arkansas State Police. Troopers identified the victim as Bradley…
