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Talking health and welfare in Arkansas District 2
Second District Democratic candidate Chris Jones dissects the One Big Beautiful Bill and its impact on the poor.
UA provides $1 million in seed funding grants
The I3R Watershed Grants Program recently awarded $1 million to 15 new interdisciplinary research teams at the University of Arkansas. The program is designed to spark new research collaborations, accelerate...
UA provides $1 million in seed funding grants
The I3R Watershed Grants Program recently awarded $1 million to 15 new interdisciplinary research teams at the University of Arkansas. The program is designed to spark new research collaborations, accelerate...
Non-Conference Preview: UAPB
Our friends from Arkansas Pine Bluff return after a brief hiatus from games at Mizzou Arena.
Arkansas Invests 54 Million to Boost Rural Health and Workforce in 54 New Projects
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced $54.6 million in new rural health funding for 54 projects across Arkansas Thursday, including eight awards totaling more than $5 million for projects serving Southeast Arkansas. Jefferson Hospital Association received two awards totaling $1.03 million. Of that amount, $360,000 will […]
UAMS, Bradley County Medical Center to Sign Management Advising and Co-Branding Agreement
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and Bradley County Medical Center (BCMC) in Warren are planning to sign a management consulting and co-branding agreement. The agreement was approved Thursday by the BCMC Board of Directors.
Norvell Leads Seminoles vs. Alma Mater Central Arkansas
Florida State coach Mike Norvell will lead his Seminoles against his alma mater, Central Arkansas. Florida State is coming off a loss to Alabama and will look to get back in the win column against the FCS Bears. QB Ashton Daniels must eliminate his turnovers from a week ago to get the victory.
Norvell Blinded by QB Loyalty Ahead of Central Arkansas Game
Florida State coach continues to praise his starting quarterback, Ashton Daniels, even after throwing three interceptions in a 50-36 loss to Alabama last Saturday. Norvell praises his confidence and decision-making skills. Daniels has thrown three touchdown passes against ranked teams this season.
St. Bernards Foundation receives two grants for rural healthcare
St. Bernards Foundation announced Thursday it received two grants through the state of Arkansas’ Rural Health Transformation Program totaling $4.8 million.
Arkansas Gridiron returns with Golden Mockingbird Awards ahead of November election
Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program Awards UAMS $5 Million to Fund 6 Initiatives
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) received more than $5 million in funding under the HEART and RISE ARKANSAS initiatives of the Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP).
Arkansas awards $54M in second round of federal rural healthcare funding
Arkansas awarded $54.6 million to dozens of recipients through a new federal program to support projects aimed at bolstering rural healthcare, state officials announced Thursday.
Delta Peanut receives $5 million loan to continue operations
Peanut farmers in Northeast Arkansas and in the Missouri Bootheel have potentially staved off a disaster. A $5 million loan has been allocated from the Governor’s Quick Action Closing Fund...
Tre Lamb and Tulsa have the upper hand against Arkansas
Arkansas fans hope to beat Tulsa but shouldn't expect it
2026 Week 4 Preview: Tulsa Golden Hurricane @ Arkansas Razorbacks
Tulsa eyes a 4-0 start and its first win over Arkansas in 50 years.
Network for 2030 Census launches
Leaders from across Arkansas gathered Wednesday (Sept. 23) in Little Rock for the 2026 Arkansas Census Summit, beginning a statewide effort to help communities prepare early for a complete and...
Network for 2030 Census launches
Leaders from across Arkansas gathered Wednesday (Sept. 23) in Little Rock for the 2026 Arkansas Census Summit, beginning a statewide effort to help communities prepare early for a complete and...
Bradbury Art Museum receives 'Big Read' grant
The Bradbury Art Museum (BAM) at Arkansas State University has been awarded a 2026–27 National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Big Read grant, making it the only organization in Arkansas...
Arkansas Advocate on Ozarks at Large: School grades, health campus, AI rules
Arkansas Advocate Editor-in-Chief Andrew DeMillo joined Ozarks at Large Senior Producer Matthew Moore on KUAF to discuss the latest grades for Arkansas schools, Alice Walton's healthcare campus plans and potential AI guardrails in Arkansas.
AACF: Uninsured Arkansas children reached 7.7% in 2025
The percentage of Arkansas’ uninsured children climbed to 7.7% in 2024 – the latest in a trend that began after the state reached a historic low of 4.1% in 2016,...
State Chamber CEO: Data centers need to be ‘regulated properly’
Randy Zook, CEO of the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce and the Associated Industries of Arkansas, is on the front lines of economic development in the state. The hot topics...
Arkansas athletic director Hunter Yurachek feels mounting pressure
Amid calls for boycotts, resolutions from the Board of Trustees and fans wearing bags on their heads, Arkansas AD Hunter Yurachek feels the pressure.
10 takeaways from SEC football after Week 3
Taking the pulse of the SEC after a shakeup Saturday
PG Intermediate School recognized for science excellence
PRAIRIE GROVE -- Prairie Grove Intermediate School has been named an Arkansas Gem School for being in the top 10% for science achievement and the top 10% for science growth statewide for 2025-26, according to the Arkansas Department of Education.
XNA sees narrow dip in outbound passenger traffic in August
Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) in Benton County saw its second year-over-year decrease in enplanements, or passengers flying out, after two consecutive record-high months this year. Still, airport officials expect...
Arkansas postpartum mental health screenings required, but gaps remain in tracking care
UAFS makes progress toward offering respiratory therapist program
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith (UAFS) said Tuesday (Sept. 22) it is making progress on plans to offer an associate of applied science degree (AAS) in respiratory therapy,...
Rural Arkansas shouldn’t have to sit on the sidelines
I grew up in Columbus, a small community outside of Hope, Arkansas. I have spent my professional life in Little Rock, but I have never lost sight of where I...
NEA Business Notes: Deel named as Arkansas Academy of Family Physicians president of the board
The Arkansas Academy of Family Physicians (ARAFP) has installed Dr. Amanda Deel as its newest president of the board. Deel, who serves as the Associate Dean of Graduate Medical Education...
Razorback Report Card: Tulsa
Arkansas cannot erase the losses to Utah and Georgia in one afternoon, but the Razorbacks must show real progress against unbeaten Tulsa before the season becomes harder to salvage. Razorback Report Card: Tulsa Five Questions Arkansas Must Answer Against Tulsa The Razorbacks are 1-2. Their lone win came against North Alabama, but even that 31-14 …
Mayor, business owners cast blame after another River Market shooting
The Little Rock Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened over the weekend, just a few feet away from the Arkansas Times offices.
ATU Computing Sciences Student Projects Aid Partners
Arkansas Tech University computing sciences students are working with on-campus and off-campus partners as part of their senior capstone projects during the 2026-27 academic year. The ATU computing sciences students are engaged with the ATU Office of the President, the ATU Department of Public Safety, the ATU Department of Kinesiology…
Arkansas River tonnage up more than 7% through August
Tonnage shipped on the Arkansas River in August was down more than 2%, but tonnage shipped between January and August is up more than 7%, with a 60.4% gain in...
Introducing the 2026 Northeast Arkansas C-Suite Award winners
It is with great pride that we present to you the third annual Northeast Arkansas C-Suite Awards. The honor acknowledges regional leaders’ contributions, commitment to the community and exceptional professional...
Georgia football's AP Poll ranking after Arkansas win
Georgia remains ranked second in the AP Top 25 Poll despite a dominant 45-17 win over Arkansas this past weekend.
Arkansas duo goes to bat for small investment brokers
WASHINGTON — House Financial Services Chairman French Hill, R-Ark., often calls for easing regulatory burdens on community banks. Now he and a home-state Senate colleague are turning their attention to
Arkansas health department schedules free flu clinics statewide
The Arkansas Department of Health will host free community flu vaccine clinics across the state beginning Monday.
Experts say Arkansas lacks data about mental health screenings for new mothers, despite state mandate
Since 2023, Arkansas lawmakers have stepped up efforts to improve the state's dismal maternal health outcomes, including a requirement that doctors and other providers offer mental health screenings to women after giving birth.
Experts say Arkansas lacks data about mental health screenings for new mothers, despite state mandate
Since 2023, Arkansas lawmakers have stepped up efforts to improve the state's dismal maternal health outcomes, including a requirement that doctors and other providers offer mental health screenings to women after giving birth.
Where Arkansas football's offense ranks nationally in major stat categories
Want a sobering view of the Arkansas football offense? Here's a grim look at where the Razorbacks rank in five major statistical categories.
Arkansas football is bringing a pillow to a gunfight
The Arkansas offense having few weapons is a downer
Hundreds line up for free caffeinated drinks at 7 Brew stand in South Charleston
A crew of about 30 gave away free sweet, colorful caffeinated iced drinks on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at the not-yet-opened 7 Brew location in the Park Place retail center in South Charleston, West Virginia. The Arkansas-based chain expects to open at 5:30 a.m. on Oct. 5, 2026.
‘No difference’ may be wrong conclusion, scientists warn
Researchers from the Universities of Manchester, Oxford and Arkansas are urging scientists to stop treating “non-significant” results as
Business People Northwest Arkansas
Harps Food Stores Inc. has announced the promotion of William Haulmark as director of insurance and Will McDoniel to director of AI strategy and innovation.
MVDs: Arkansas Edition
You don’t go on the road and take care of business in the SEC without a total team effort. Even then some Bulldogs are bound to distinguish themselves above and beyond the crowd. Those undaunted Dawgs are your MVDs, the Most Valuable ‘‘Dawgs from Georgia’s 45-17 victory over Arkansas. Offense: Gunner Stockton. Sure, we could […]
TCU Gets Positive, Negative Injury Updates Before Arkansas State
TCU is set to face off with Arkansas State on Saturday night and the Horned Frogs are ready to welcome back one of their biggest threats. Meanwhile, an offensive powerhouse will wait at least another week to suit up for the team.
Another SEC Game, Another Loss for Arkansas
Arkansas’ loss to No. 2 Georgia extended the Razorbacks’ SEC losing streak to 12 games. The number does not yet match the worst conference skid in program history, but it is close enough that Arkansas can no longer treat it as a temporary concern. Another SEC Game, Another Loss for Arkansas Arkansas did not need …
Arkansas volleyball drops final nonconference match before SEC play
The Arkansas volleyball team saw its five-match win streak end Saturday, losing to Illinois in straight sets in the Arkansas State Invitational in Jonesboro.
Georgia Bulldogs Hammer Arkansas Razorbacks in SEC Opening Victory
The Georgia Bulldogs got their SEC schedule started off right.
Georgia Rolls Past Arkansas in Dominant SEC Opener
No. 2 Georgia wasted no time showing that it is ready for another run through the SEC. The Bulldogs traveled to Fayetteville on Saturday and dominated Arkansas from the opening whistle, cruising to a 45-17 victory in their first conference game of the season. Georgia improved to 3-0 overall and 1-0 in SEC play with…
Afternoon/Evening College Football Live Thread
We’ll be along shortly with a recap of Georgia’s 45–10 win over Arkansas. But there’s still plenty of college football action on the docket for this Saturday. This will be the forum for all discussion, whether it involves Lane Kiffin or not. The full television schedule for the remainder of the day is here, and […]
Georgia vs. Arkansas Live Thread
It’s time to let the big Dawg eat. Georgia is set to kick off against the Arkansas Razorbacks at War Memorial Stadium in Fayetteville a shade after noon eastern (television coverage on ABC). The prevailing wisdom this week seems to be that the Bulldogs will cover a 24.5 point spread easily against the home Razorbacks. […]
Razorback Report Card: Georgia
The Razorbacks do need to show they can learn from an embarrassing performance. Georgia is not a reasonable measuring stick for a one-week turnaround, but Arkansas must show more than a respectable final score Saturday. The Razorbacks need answers in five specific areas after the 43-10 loss at Utah. Razorback Report Card: Georgia Five Questions …
Arkansas Board of Trustees is fed up with Razorback football
The Arkansas Board of Trustees is listening to fan outrage
Dashboard: Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program Year 1 Awards
In August, Arkansas began awarding nearly $209 million as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. This dashboard displays the award amounts by initiative, recipient, and funded project, and provides summary descriptions of projects from publicly available sources.
UA Trustees seek review of athletic program competitiveness
With Razorback football program failure becoming an obvious concern debated with varying degrees of vigor in many breakfast diners statewide, a member of the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees...
Arkansas Department of Health to hold community flu clinics statewide
The Arkansas Department of Health will begin hosting community flu vaccine clinics statewide starting Monday, Sept. 21.
Arkansas Department of Health offering no-charge flu vaccinations in communities
The Arkansas Department of Health is scheduled to begin offering free community flu vaccine clinics across all 75 counties starting Sept. 21.
Arkansas health officials offer free flu vaccines statewide
The Arkansas Department of Health will begin offering free flu vaccines at community clinics across the state starting Monday, Sept. 21
University of Arkansas wins intermodal association challenge
The Intermodal Association of North America, the Calverton, Md.-based trade group representing the interests of the intermodal freight transportation industry, said the University of Arkansas won the association’s 2026 Academic...
Kirby Smart leads Georgia into Fayetteville with a purpose
Georgia's early-season performances indicate a team on a mission
No. 2 Georgia opens SEC play at struggling Arkansas
Two games into the season and No. 2 Georgia has yet to be tested.
ASU-TV to host debates in October
Arkansas State University’s ASU-TV will host three political debates in October for candidates vying for office. The debates will be on Oct. 1, 8 and 22. The Oct. 1 debate...
NEA Regional Leadership Accelerator Academy accepting applicants
The Delta Center for Economic Development at Arkansas State University has opened applications for the next cohort of the Northeast Arkansas Regional Leadership Accelerator Academy, a year-long leadership development program...
University of Arkansas graduation rates reach record highs
The University of Arkansas said Thursday (Sept. 17) that its six-year graduation rate reached a record high of more than 73%, and its four-year graduation rate hit an all-time high...
Groundbreaking held for $700 million AWSOM Whole Health Campus
It’s been seven years in the making, but the effort to bring specialty health care to Northwest Arkansas is one step closer to reality. Alice Walton was front and center...
Groundbreaking held for $700 million AWSOM Whole Health Campus
It’s been seven years in the making, but the effort to bring specialty health care to Northwest Arkansas is one step closer to reality. Alice Walton was front and center...
UA to use rural health money to develop Thrive Radar, online tool expanding on work of Arkansas Health Survey
FAYETTEVILLE -- More than $750,000 received through the Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program will be used to help communities know where health resources exists, gaps remain and investment is needed, according to the director of the Arkansas Health Equity and Access Lab.
Alice Walton says Bentonville healthcare campus to expand Arkansans’ access to specialty care
A new Bentonville healthcare campus backed by billionaire philanthropist Alice Walton will increase Arkansans’ access to specialty care and a “whole person” approach to medicine, she said at a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday.
Missouri U.S. Senator Schmitt, Arkansas’ Calipari back bill to overhaul college sports payment system
The bill, called the Protect College Sports Bill, has already been approved by the Senate. If it passes, it will increase federal regulations on paying college athletes.
Important update regarding FSU-Central Arkansas
Florida State’s Sept. 26 home matchup against Central Arkansas has officially sold out, setting up another capacity crowd at Doak Campbell Stadium.
Arkansas Basketball: 2 Elite Freshmen Ready to Make an Impact
Arkansas Razorbacks head coach John Calipari has once again put together one of the NCAA's youngest, yet talented, rosters. Arkansas basketball enters the 2026–27 season with a highly touted freshman class that could play a major role right away. The Razorbacks have plenty of talent, but SEC competition demands more than potential. With several young …
Arkansas State Fair returns in 2026 with new rides and attractions
The Arkansas State Fair is returning to Little Rock this October with new rides, attractions and a change to how live entertainment will be offered.
College of Public Health Students to Participate in National Ambassador Program
Leylah Esmail and Zharia Harris, both students in the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, earned the opportunity to participate in the 2026-2027 Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health’s This is Public Health Ambassador Program.
Arkansas receivers have to help their quarterback
The Arkansas receivers have to make a difference
3 Things That Worry Me About Arkansas
SEC opener on the road, national broadcast, first P4 opponent, & Arky is looking for a signature win. What… me worry?
A-State to host three political debates
Arkansas State University’s ASU-TV will host three political debates in October for candidates vying for office.
10 takeaways from SEC football after Week 2
Arch Manning played great in the fourth quarter, but what about the first three?
A-State Exercise Science Programs receive STEM Designation
JONESBORO — Arkansas State University’s undergraduate and graduate exercise science programs have officially received a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics designation, further recognizing the scientific rigor and workforce relevance of
UAMS offers on-demand healthcare at XNA
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest Regional Campus said Tuesday (Sept. 15) that it has installed a telehealth booth at Northwest Arkansas National Airport, giving XNA travelers, staff,...
ACHE receives $3.3 million to study varying weight-loss outcomes
Ever wonder why your weight barely drops after weeks of long daily walks, but your friend can walk to the mailbox and lose five pounds? The Fort Smith-based Arkansas Colleges...
Arkansas Department of Health cutting dozens of jobs due to ‘budget priorities’
The Arkansas Department of Health says dozens of jobs are being cut before the end of the year.
Senator Jonathan Dismang to resign, accepting role with Electric Coops
State Senator Jonathan Dismang, R-Searcy, announced Tuesday (Sept. 15) that he will resign from the Arkansas State Senate effective today and accept a new position in the private sector with...
Nationwide Home Health Care Provider Announces Major Data Breach
Data breaches have been reported by the Louisiana-based home health service provider LHC Group, Provident Behavioral Health in Missouri, Elixir Medical Data breaches have been reported by the Louisiana-based home health service provider LHC Group, Provident Behavioral Health in Missouri, Elixir Medical Corporation in California, and Central Arkansas Pediatrics.
TV channel, commentators for Georgia football vs. Arkansas
Georgia football is a heavy favorite against Arkansas on Saturday. Here is how to watch the Bulldogs SEC opener on ABC
Buy tickets for Georgia football SEC game vs. Arkansas
Here's how much tickets cost and where to buy them for Georgia vs. Arkansas during Week 3 of college football.
Georgia vs. Arkansas | Odds, injuries, analysis and key matchups
Everything you need to know for Georgia vs. Arkansas, including kickoff time, TV channel, injury updates, betting odds, analysis and storylines.
Focus on agentic commerce as customer data science firm dunnhumby wraps Retail Innovation Forum USA
dunnhumby held its annual Retail Innovation Forum in Bentonville, Arkansas, USA last week, bringing together retailers, brands, technology leaders, scale-ups, startups and investors. In a LinkedIn post, Dave Clements, Chief Strategy Officer at dunnhumby, said: "In many ways an eclectic group to
Simmons Foods CEO focused on ‘generational perspective’
Todd Simmons, now more than a decade into his role as CEO of Simmons Foods, said it’s his dream job. He always knew that being part of the Northwest Arkansas...
A year without pain is a reminder of health struggles we can’t see
COMMENTARY: For many Arkansans with conditions that aren’t obvious to others, the healthcare system is falling short.
Arkansas Outdoors column: Drought, heat altering health, behavior of deer
The summer of 1980 is the benchmark for heat and drought in Arkansas, but 1997 was pretty tough, too.
Arkansas Outdoors column: Drought, heat altering health, behavior of deer
The summer of 1980 is the benchmark for heat and drought in Arkansas, but 1997 was pretty tough, too.
Arkansas Department of Health announces workforce reduction plan
The Arkansas Department of Health is reducing its workforce, starting Nov. 1.
Trumann woman arrested after meth, fentanyl and weed seized from business
A Trumann, Arkansas woman has been arrested after a search warrant at a business turned up meth, fentanyl, marijuana, paraphernalia and money, according to the Trumann Police Department.
Arkansas Department of Health plans to cut 38 jobs, eliminate additional 33 empty positions
The Arkansas Department of Health plans to eliminate 71 positions, including 38 that are currently filled, effective Nov. 1, a department spokesperson said Friday.
Arkansas College Football Scoreboard: Week 2
Week 2 of the Arkansas college football season features various matchups across all levels, including featured games like Arkansas at Utah and several Thursday results such as Harding's victory over Southwestern Oklahoma State.