Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced Tuesday she will lead an overseas trade mission to the United Kingdom, Belgium and Ireland from July 19 through July 24, highlighting Arkansas’ growing aerospace and defense industry while pursuing…
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USPS Forever Stamp Price Increasing to 82 Cents on July 12
The cost of mailing a letter is going up again. The U.S. Postal Service will increase the price of a First-Class Forever Stamp from 78 cents to 82 cents beginning Sunday, July 12. The 4-cent…
Russellville Marina Docks Closed Effective July 8, 2026 Following Safety Concerns
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Little Rock District has temporarily closed the docks at Russellville Marina effective July 8, 2026, citing safety hazards and the marina operator’s failure to complete required repairs under…
Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Suspect After Fatal Shooting of 7-Year-Old Everett Deaver
The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest following the fatal shooting of a 7-year-old boy in northern Pulaski County. According to investigators, deputies responded around 6:06 p.m. on July 7 to the 24000…
Saharan Dust Plume Expected to Bring Hazy Skies Across Arkansas This Week
A massive plume of Saharan dust is expected to move across the Gulf Coast and reach Arkansas later this week, bringing hazy skies, vivid sunrises and sunsets, and reduced air quality. Forecasters say the dust…
Warning Issued After Viral Squishy Toy Trend Causes Serious Burn Risk for Children
Squishy Toy Heat Warning: Parents Urged to Keep Fidget Toys Out of Hot Cars and Away From Microwaves Parents are being warned about a growing safety hazard involving squishy and gel-filled fidget toys after reports…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Urges Water Safety Ahead of Independence Day Weekend
As thousands of Arkansans head to lakes and rivers for Independence Day celebrations, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District is reminding everyone to make water safety a top priority. Officials expect heavy…
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…
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…
