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North Little Rock food truck owners say their business was broken into Sunday night
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The owners of Taco Mexicano in North Little Rock said their food truck was broken into early Sunday morning. Owner Crystal Villanueva said security camera wires were cut, …
Arisa Health to exit Arkansas CMHC contract, citing $4.4M funding cut
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – After more than 55 years serving Arkansas as the designated Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) in 41 counties, officials with Arisa Health announced Friday that the company h…
Arkansas Community Health and Education Foundation Awards Grant to Support UAMS Bone Fracture Laboratory
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) received a $99,990 grant from the Arkansas Community Health and Education Foundation to UAMS College of Medicine’s Department of Physiology and Cell Biology. The grant will support the department’s Bone Fracture Laboratory, which includes the purchase of a KUBTEC…
ENTERTAINMENT: FUNFEST set for River Market; bike rodeo ready on Baseline Road
FUN501FEST 2026, "a celebration of our community and the people who sustain it" marking 501 Day, which happened on May 1, features live entertainment, a Creators' Village marketplace of local vendors, interactive art installations, food trucks and "engaging activities designed for the entire family," 4-8 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday at 350 E. Second St. in Little Rock's River Market Entertainment District.
UA Little Rock Professor Joins Board of Institute for Design Science and Public Policy
Dr. Mohsen Rafiei, a faculty member at UA Little Rock, was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of the Institute for Design Science and Public Policy (IDSPP), a nonprofit ... UA Little Rock Professor Joins Board of Institute for Design Science and Public Policy
Little Rock Regional Chamber to host Small Business Summit, Impact Awards on May 6
Small business owners across Arkansas will have a chance to swap ideas, pick up new tools and maybe even snag an award when the Little Rock Regional Chamber hos
Venue coming to North Little Rock will update Northshore Golf Range to offer golf and entertainment options
Northshore Golf Range in Little Rock is adding a Putt Chip Chill facility, featuring a 27-hole golf site, putting-hole locations, a chipping experience, bar areas, indoor and outdoor seating, an ev…
ENTERTAINMENT: Ballet Arkansas creates ‘Origins’ in North Little Rock; Helena hosts Jazz on the River
Ballet Arkansas has moved its season-closing contemporary production, “Origins,” to the new North Little Rock Event Center, 7 p.m. Friday and 3 p.m. Sunday.
Healthcare Worker Making Heart Gesture.
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith (UAFS) have entered into a formal Memorandum of Agreement designed to create clear, accelerated pathways for UAFS graduates pursuing careers in health care. The agreement covers 14 UAMS programs across four colleges and…
Downtown businesses share early impact after Little Rock curfew takes effect
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The newly implemented youth curfew in downtown Little Rock is already drawing mixed, but largely positive, reactions from River Market businesses after its first night in effect. C...
LIVE SCORE UPDATES & ANALYSIS: Arkansas baseball vs. UAPB
Follow along as the Razorbacks play the Golden Lions at Dickey-Stephens Park in North Little Rock.
UA Little Rock Student Evaluates, Enhances Local Youth Sports Programs
Having always been involved in sports, Avery Thomas-Wells wanted to help other kids have the experience he had growing up. A fall 2023 Sport Management graduate and expected May 2026 ... UA Little Rock Student Evaluates, Enhances Local Youth Sports Programs
Business owners see growth in Little Rock’s Riverdale area
Multiple restaurant owners in Riverdale described the growth of more businesses popping up in their area. One of the owners was Fidel Samour, who owned Fidel and Co., Red Door and Loca Luna.
Public Health Students Serve in Downtown Little Rock
Students in a community-based program design course at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) are learning about the value of strong relationships between researchers and community members. The class, which is in the UAMS Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, includes a semester-long service-learning project at the…
ENTERTAINMENT: Dogtown Throwdown in Argenta; UCA stages ‘Little Women’
Main Street between Fourth and Fifth streets in the Argenta Arts District in North Little Rock will shut down Friday and Saturday for Dogtown Throwdown, two days of outdoor dining, live music and “family-friendly activities” with a Cajun theme.
Cardiac Electrophysiology Expertise Now Offered at UAMS Health Family Medical Center in Fort Smith
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Health Heart Center now offers comprehensive cardiology services at the UAMS Health Family Medical Center in Fort Smith. The services are provided by cardiologists Subodh R. Devabhaktuni, M.D., Risheek Kaul, M.D., and Paul Mounsey, M.D., Ph.D. Cardiology services…
Support beyond the classroom: Little Rock’s community schools offer health care, therapy, a student bank and more
At first glance, Chicot Elementary is just like any other school. But walk past the bright hallways plastered with crayon drawings and "I can count to 100" worksheets and through a gym lined with balance bikes, and you'll find clinics that provide vaccines, lab work, eye tests, counseling and language interpretation for Little Rock School District students and their siblings.
Baptist Health-Fort Smith may cease full hospital operations - Talk Business & Politics
Little Rock-based Baptist Health is planning to end hospital operations at Baptist Health-Fort Smith with the campus providing emergency room and possibly limited surgery services. Existing physician agreements are set...
Sarah Sanders flipped off, kicked out of restaurant that claims employees were 'uncomfortable'
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders says she was asked to leave Little Rock restaurant after staff claimed her presence made employees feel threatened.
New Sports Entertainment Venue in North Little Rock to Rival Topgolf
Northshore Golf Range is expanding with Putt Chip Chill, a new sports entertainment venue offering putting, chipping, dining and event space along the Arkansas River Trail.
North Little Rock businesses prepare for event-packed weekend featuring Banana Ball, Chicago concert
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark.- The Argenta Arts District is usually busy on weekends without big events in town, but this Saturday, the streets will be busy with three major events planned. It all starts…
Little Rock bookstore grows with events, partnerships, and e-commerce
WoodsWorth focused on growing its online shop, adding more in-store events, and building partnerships. The bookstore has grown 7% a year since 2022.
UA Little Rock to Host Hands-On Workshop on the Science of Art Conservation
Students and faculty at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will have the opportunity to explore how chemistry helps preserve works of art during a hands-on conservation science workshop ... UA Little Rock to Host Hands-On Workshop on the Science of Art Conservation
Sarah Huckabee Sanders Talks Trump and the GOP — Over a Plate of Ribs
In the debut of a new series, Jonathan Martin sits down in Little Rock with Sanders for a wide-ranging conversation about Arkansas, ambition and her party’s future.
Little Rock's Star of India named Arkansas Asian Business of the Year for 2026
Some journeys begin with a recipe and a dream, restaurant Star of India said after they were named the 2026 Arkansas Asian Business of the Year.
New off-Broadway show stars Elizabethtown native, viral TikTok husband-and-wife dancers
Perhaps you're not in love with your job, or your relationship is feeling a little rocky.
ENTERTAINMENT: ‘Soulful Sounds’ in Little Rock; ‘Elephants’ at WAC
Husband-and-wife jazzy R&B duo Acute Inflections will perform arrangements of jazz, soul and R&B classics and original music, and add “playful storytelling and lighthearted comedy,” for a program titled “Soulful Sounds in Little Rock,” 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Ron Robinson Theater.
Business People NW Arkansas
Michael McGill, Ross Simpson and Nancy Smith have joined Little Rock-based Rose Law Firm as its newest members.
Lindenwood wins 79-74 over Little Rock
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) Anias Futrell had 24 points in Lindenwood's 79-74 victory against Little Rock on Thursday night.
Mid America Science Museum discusses their summer camp plans
KATV ABC 7 in Little Rock, Arkansas covers news, sports, weather and the local community in the city and the surrounding area, including Hot Springs, Conway, Pine Bluff, Jacksonville, Sherwood, Stuttgart, Benton, Bauxite, East End, Scott, Pinnacle, Maumelle, Gibson, Landmark and Hensley.
Morehead State knocks off Little Rock 78-64
MOREHEAD, Ky. (AP) George Marshall scored 17 points as Morehead State beat Little Rock 78-64 on Tuesday night in an Ohio Valley Conference opener.
Year in Review: The biggest Arkansas entertainment stories of 2025
Arkansas had an eventful 2025, with Miss Arkansas' Teen Peyton Bolling winning Miss America's Teen 2025, Johnny Cash's music featured in a Super Bowl LIX commercial, the Little Rock Zoo announcing the birth of a baby gorilla, Kid Rock and Gov. Sanders meeting to discuss the Rock the Country music festival, and the Magic Springs amusement park shutting down the Arkansas Twister coaster.
Year in Review: The biggest Arkansas entertainment stories of 2025
Arkansas had a busy 2025 with Miss Arkansas’ Teen Peyton Bolling winning Miss America’s Teen, Johnny Cash’s music featured in a Super Bowl commercial, the Little Rock Zoo announci…
ENTERTAINMENT: Repertory Theatre celebrates Christmas season
Little Rock's Arkansas Repertory Theatre celebrates the Christmas season with "Holiday Radio, Live at The Rep" and the Second North American tour production of the musical "Mrs. Doubtfire" sweeps the Baum Walker Hall stage at Fayetteville's Walton Arts Center.
UAMS to Train 75 Community Health Workers with Support from Arkansas Office of Skills Development
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation will work with partners to continue building the community health worker (CHW) workforce across the state after receiving $375,000 in support from the Arkansas Office of Skills Development Training Grant Program. The Office of…
Little Rock author highlights journey at entrepreneurship conference - Talk Business & Politics
Northwest Arkansas educators recently learned about the benefits of entrepreneurship education, participated in entrepreneurial activities, and heard from a Little Rock author and her book series co-authored by her son...
Arkansas State defeats Little Rock 90-78
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) TJ Caldwell scored 19 points as Arkansas State beat Little Rock 90-78 on Saturday night.
ENTERTAINMENT: BIG holiday parade set for Saturday; Keo hosts pecan festival
The Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau’s BIG Little Rock Holiday Parade through downtown Little Rock starts at 3 p.m. Saturday at Broadway and West Markham Street, continuing east along Markham street through the River Market and concluding near Interstate 30.
Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Elects Little Rock Volleyball Coach Van Compton
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – One of the most decorated coaches in Little Rock Athletics history is adding another major honor to her résumé. The Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame announced Sunday that Trojan head volleyball coach Van Compton has been elected for induction into the 2026 Class. Compton will be formally inducted on April 10, at Oaklawn in Hot Springs.