In stops and starts, Arkansas rice planting advances

LITTLE ROCK — Every growing season brings its own unique challenges to Arkansas farmers, and the spring of 2025 is no exception. By the time the massive storm system of early April swept across Arkansas, the state’s growers had already planted at least 15 …

Sweet Paris to open first Arkansas, Missouri locations

Sweet Paris currently operates 20 locations. Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café is entering two neighboring states for the first time. The Houston-based chain known for sweet and savory crêpes has signed a four-unit development deal to open its first …

Bronchos Begin NCAA Tournament Quest Against Arkansas Tech Thursday

Central Oklahoma's baseball team kicks off the NCAA Tournament Thursday at 6 p.m. against Arkansas Tech, aiming to improve their all-time postseason record of 22-23. The Bronchos, seeded fourth in the Central Regional, enter the tournament with a 36-15 …

Farm Credit Western Arkansas names scholarship recipients from Magnolia area

Farm Credit Western Arkansas has listed 40 scholarship recipients for 2025-26 school year. Scholarship recipients are either members or the child/grandchild of a member. The scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, demonstrated …

ASN Lands Arkansas-Based Breakaway, Bringing 2025 Additions to $650M

Advisory Services Network, an Atlanta-based platform supporting small, independent registered investment advisors, recently added a $250 million advisory firm as it nears $10 billion in total client assets, according to company leaders. Harris Wealth …

Record-setting heat possible in Arkansas tomorrow

Area students nominated to attend Arkansas Boys State 2025

Several area students are among more than 610 young men, representing 207 high schools throughout the state, selected to attend Arkansas Boys State, a leadership and civic engagement experience sponsored by the American Legion. This summer's 84th …

Hoge retiring as managing editor of Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Alyson Hoge, managing editor of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, announced her retirement Tuesday. "Today, May 13, is my 46th anniversary of starting work here," she wrote in an email to the staff. "At that time, as many of you know, it was …

BOTTLE SHOTS | OPINION: New Arkansas law allows alcohol to be shipped to wet counties

If you haven't heard yet, there's reason for celebration in Arkansas. Last month, House Bill 1476, now designated as Act 675, was signed into law on April 16. This legislation amends the state's "Direct Shipment of Vinous Liquor Act" …

Arkansas State Police arrest Fort Smith woman, 53, relating to charge of raping ‘physically helpless’ victim

FORT SMITH — Arkansas State Police arrested a Fort Smith woman this week in connection with the rape of a person unable to give consent. Janette M. Honeycutt, 53, of South Zero Street in Fort Smith, was arrested Monday afternoon in connection with a charge …