Arkansas is in for a rough ride as a winter storm system takes over the central U. S. Starting Friday evening and lasting through Sunday, the state is expected to see a mix of snow, sleet, and ice. The cold is not playing around, with temperatures dropping to near zero degrees Fahrenheit at night.
Arkansas has a rich history of civil rights, but it often struggles to fully embrace it. In 1968, Governor Winthrop Rockefeller made a bold move. He held a public memorial for Martin Luther King Jr. He was the only Southern governor to do this. This act of unity was powerful. It showed the state's c
Arkansas just got a cool new tool to help people manage their cash. It's an online platform that teaches money basics for free. The state's Financial Education Commission made this happen. The platform is run by a company called Enrich. It has stuff like budgeting tools, retirement planning, and ar
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration made a big change. They got rid of a rule that gave tax breaks to businesses in certain areas. These areas are called enterprise zones. The rule, known as Enterprise Zone Rule 1989-1, allowed businesses to get money back on sales and use taxes. I
In 2025, sports stories made their way into the Arkansas Times, but not in the usual way. Unlike other media outlets that focus solely on sports, the Times only covers sports when something truly remarkable happens. This year was no different. Among the usual political and food stories, sports tales
A huge lottery win just happened in Arkansas. A single ticket from Cabot, a suburb of Little Rock, snagged the second-largest Powerball prize ever. The winning ticket was sold at a Murphy USA gas station, a chain often found near Walmart stores. Cabot is a growing city with around 26, 733 people. I
In a stroke of fortune, an Arkansas ticket holder became an instant billionaire after winning the Powerball jackpot worth $1. 8 billion. This massive win comes just in time for the holidays, making it one of the largest lottery prizes in U. S. history. The winning numbers—4, 25, 31, 52, 59, and the
Al Flanigan, a name synonymous with Arkansas basketball, left an indelible mark on the sport. His journey began in Magnolia, where he honed his skills before making a name for himself at Southern Arkansas University. There, he set records that still stand today, showcasing his talent and dedication.
Young kids in Rogers have a new way to learn and have fun at the same time. The Rogers Historical Museum and the Rogers Public Library are teaming up to offer "Museum and Me. " This is a free, hour-long program just for kids aged 3 to 5. It happens once a month at the museum. The goal is to spark in
Robert "Ro" Arrington is now the permanent leader of the Arkansas Development Finance Authority. This group is the state's largest bond issuer. Arrington had been filling in as interim president since August. He took over after the previous leader, Mark Conine, stepped down. Arrington has been part
