A bill has been introduced that would repeal a state mandate to include fluoride in Arkansas drinking water systems.

Octavio S. is an avid lottery player and “loves to relax with crossword-inspired instant games,” according to a news release from the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery. Recently, he bought a $3 Xtreme Crossword game from a Wa Wa Mart in Little Rock.

There is a shortage of affordable housing in Northwest Arkansas, a fact noted by consumers, foundations, public officials and in media reports. Every city in the region is affected

Arkansas State announced that Bryan Hodgson has signed a new 6-year agreement through the 2031 season. The Red Wolves are off to their best start since the 1989 season and the most wins in a 35 game stretch in program history. AStateNation was first to report on the deal.

Consensus 4-star class of 2026 offensive tackle Bryce Gilmore recently received an in-home visit from Arkansas offensive line coach Eric Mateos.

Arkansas senior first baseman Bri Ellis and junior utility player Kailey Wyckoff were voted to the 24-player preseason All-SEC team. Texas and Florida had five players on the list, and LSU, Oklahoma and Texas A&M each had three.

The flood watch for portions of Arkansas and Oklahoma will be in effect from Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon.

Cargill Inc. will shutter a turkey-processing plant in Arkansas, cutting about 1,100 jobs amid a downturn in both turkey and the broader agricultural sector.

Efforts to find an Oklahoma man who was last seen in downtown Fort Smith were set to continue Wednesday, five days after he disappeared, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported.

Representatives for Texas convenience store chain Buc-ee’s have announced they will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for their new Benton location next month.

Practices at the 2025 Senior Bowl concluded on Thursday as prospects showcased their skills in front of all 32 NFL franchises over the past three days.