Mega Millions has one $1,000 winner in Arkansas

There was no grand prize winner of Friday’s national Mega Millions jackpot. There was no Match 5 winner of $2 million. According to the Multi-State Lottery Association, the Mega Millions numbers were: 11-43-54-55-63, Megaball 3. Tuesday’s Mega Millions …

Arkansas History for July 19: Seminole War

Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for July 19, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media …

Conway educator earns spot on Arkansas Teacher of the Year shortlist

Conway School District Teacher of the Year Kait Smith was at the gym listening to music while she exercised when she started receiving a flood of text messages with congratulatory emojis. “A former principal texted me, ‘Oh, my goodness, did I just see your …

Arkansas's visitor spending fuels $17.4B in economic activity

New data showed that Arkansas welcomed 52 million visitors in 2024, a 2.6% increase from 2023, and saw a 4.0% increase in spending to $10.3 billion. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The latest annual tourism economic impact report and outdoor recreation economy data …

The Arkansas Newswrap: July 18, 2025

A Central Arkansas HBCU works to curb tobacco use. New research shows the impact of public food assistance programs on minority communities. And, a Grammy-winning songwriter brings her bluegrass roots and mentoring spirit to Paragould’s Big Grass Bluegrass …

Report: Arkansas tourism industry impact more than $17 billion in 2024

Arkansas welcomed 52 million visitors in 2024, a 2.6% increase over 2023, according to the Arkansas Department of Parks Heritage and Tourism (ADPHT). The agency on Friday (July 18) posted the economic impact study produced by Tourism Economics. The report …

Parents challenge Arkansas law requiring Ten Commandments to be displayed in classrooms

A group of Northwest Arkansas parents is asking a federal judge to block a new state law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school classroom.The parents, who have children in the Fayetteville, Springdale, Bentonville, and Siloam …

Arkansas police seize 160 pounds of drugs in I-40 stops

Arkansas State Police conducted a series of traffic stops along I-40 between July 9 and July 13 which resulted in the seizure of over 160 pounds of illegal drugs. ARKANSAS, USA — Arkansas State Police announced that they've conducted a series of …

Arkansas State Baseball sign Cole Manuel and James Trimble

Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts hosts accessibility week with art for all

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts is turning up the creativity and turning down the barriers with its upcoming Accessibility Week, starting July 22. The event aims to make art accessible to everyone in the community through a …